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School's out forever!
GRADUATING CLASS OF 2013: Front row: Bintang Daly, Bayley Youd, Isi Ofa and Josh McKeough. Second row: Laura Grant-Haddock, Cynthia Mangwende, Leilani Ani, Carla Haines, Madelaine
Barnett, Christina Burke, Danielle Bond, Madeleine Larsen, Keely Lobenwein, Lanka Alahakoon and Jasmine Body. Back row: Harry Walker, Ebonee Montgomery, James
Young and Ian Rogers. Absent: Gabrielle Birch, James Meigel, Jye Snowden and Ethan Stephenson. Photos from Nhulunbuy High School’s Year 12 Formal, page 10. >>
Minister ‘needs an education’ By MATT GARRICK
A TERRITORY Minister has claimed to be an expert on the “science” of class sizes to justify pending cuts to education - but the Teachers’ Union say he needs to get himself better educated. Minister for Public Employment
John Elferink (above) told the media last week that “a larger class size does not have an effect on an educational outcome for a middle to senior years students”. “If people actually saw the science, they’d understand that larger class sizes don’t necessarily affect results
one way or the other. “In other jurisdictions class sizes can be as much as 10 students per class higher than they are here and they are producing much better results in the classroom.” Nhulunbuy-based Regional President of the Australian Education Union
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(AEU) Martin Griffin laughed off the Minister’s claims, branding them as misleading. “Mr Elferink tells us that ‘the science’ supports that lower class numbers don’t mean better results for students. “Well Mr Elferink, what you
haven’t come clean on is that this ‘science’ is based on research conducted in different countries with vastly different school systems and students. “I wonder why Australian private schools aggressively market their low class sizes?” Continued Page 3 >>
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LOCAL doctors have urged the men of Gove to have a stiff upper lip and make sure they are getting regular health check-ups. To show how serious they are about their plea, since the first of November the doctors have been cultivating hairy caterpillars above their snouts, and they’re
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willing to don them for good - well, at least until the end of the month. The doctors are engaged in the charity program known universally as Movember; to raise funds and awareness for the cause of men’s health. Doctor Andy ‘Inspector Clouseau’ Linton said it was important for men to get over any embarrassment about checking their aches and allergies, and visit a doctor. Fellow GP Marco ‘Salvador Dali’ Briceno agreed with Andy’s comment, but said sporting a moustache sometimes made it difficult for patients to take their doctors seriously.
“It’s even hard for us to take each other seriously,” he laughed. “But please take the issue of men’s health seriously, and do visit your GP, even if he is wearing a mo.” The group unanimously agreed they would be deleting their soup-strainers from existence come December 1, many citing their wives’ distaste as a major factor for doing so. Doctor Colin ‘Handlebar’ Smith was particularly vocal about wanting to rid himself of his top-lip tinsel, saying he was “allergic” to it. “I hate it; it’s itchy and horrible. “How do people wear these all year round?”
Dr Smith’s vehemence shows just how much sacrifice these doctors have put in to support the cause; so to support theirs, visit au.movember.com and type ‘Govedocs’ into the search bar.
The crew are aiming to raise $5000, and they’ve just nudged over $1300 so locals have been asked to dig deep and donate before the clean-shaven month of December begins next week.
Town lights up for Christmas comp. LEFT: Young Josh Greening is fired up about the upcoming Nhulunbuy Corporation Christmas Decoration Competition.
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BELOW: This giant balloon should help guide Santa to 21 Jasper this Christmas Eve.
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DURING the build-up to Christmas, when the sky is full of dark rainclouds, a new cluster of shining lights will help brighten up the town at night. The Nhulunbuy Corporation’s Christmas Decoration Competition is back for 2013, and residents have been encouraged to get into the spirit. Already, some houses are getting wired up for the season; giant santas, snowmen and stockings are beginning to crop up in the streets. One such is 21 Jasper Road, home of the Greening family. Dad Scott Greening, an electrician working with Rio Tinto, has used his
skills as a sparky to turn their front yard into a giant shrine to Santa. His wife, Shonane, said this was the biggest they’d ever had. “We love lights, and our son Josh just loves it all, so it’s a good thing to take photos of and send to family around the country.” Christmas-mad townsfolk can breathe a sigh of relief, as the Greening family said they won’t be entering this year’s competition. “We just do it for love.” There will be a number of prizes up for grabs: for more info on how to enter and what you can win, check out the advertisement on page14 >>.
EDUCATION CUTS
Minister ‘needs an education’ Member for Lingiari Warren Snowdon has weighed into the debate, saying Mr Elferink has “put the cart before the horse”. “I call on the Minister to share the ‘science’ on which he has made his statements. “Let’s have it in the public domain to inform the debate,” Mr Snowdon said. The argy bargy came just days after Mr Elferink responded to recent teacher strikes by accusing the AEU of being “dangerous” and “irresponsible”. He said the union should be “condemned for putting their own interests before those of students by instructing teachers to ignore their duty of care”. Following what he called in a media
release “a disruptive strike” held by the union last week, on November 19, he slammed reports that the union issued instructions to members for roll call program SAMS to be abandoned and a student’s attendance not be marked from the beginning of this week. “This irresponsible and dangerous move by the union will mean that in the event of an accident or emergency, there is no way to accurately identify if a child is present either in the classroom or at school. “Schools, principals and teachers have a duty of care to all students and knowing which children are at school is a critical element of that care,” Mr Elferink said. “This is yet another example where the
Union is putting their own interests before the children’s.” Mr Griffin said he read Mr Elferink’s statement with a degree of “humour and sadness”. “This Union and its members have always and will always put the interests of children first. “Moreover, it is self-centred politicians on their three-year orbit who are putting themselves and their spin first. “While we sincerely regret the inconvenience this may cause parents, it pales in comparison to the losses of hundreds of teaching and support roles currently being implemented in Territory schools.
“It is an undeniable fact that the costsaving measures being proposed will lead to a further erosion of educational outcomes.” Northern Territory teachers will soon go to a formal vote to decide whether or not to accept a recent enterprise offer from the government, to entice them to stop protesting. The Electoral Commission will conduct the ballot from December 2 for all teachers, and not just union members, with the ballot said to be completed by December 20. The Territory branch of the Australian Education Union has reportedly said they anticipated teachers would overwhelmingly reject the latest offer.
Rally cries against cuts resound across region A SURPRISING November shower couldn’t put a dampener on things last Tuesday, November 19, when more than 100 people took part in a rally against proposed cuts to education funding. Teachers and their supporters gathered outside Nhulunbuy’s Post Office to speak out against government policies which the teacher’s union say will result in the loss of hundreds of of teaching and support staff positions across the Territory. Local Australian Education Union (AEU) reps have estimated that at least 50 positions will be lost across the Arnhem region due to changes in the staffing formula and cuts to specialist positions. The action was part of a fourhour strike of AEU members in all rural and remote areas of the NT. Teachers in Darwin and
Palmerston were due to strike and rally on Wednesday November 27. The Nhulunbuy rally was attended by teachers, parents, Yolngu community members and representatives of a number of local organisations such as Dhimurru and Laynhapuy Homelands Association.
Chairman of Laynhapuy Barayuwa Mununggurr was among a number of speakers to address the crowd. He told the people assembled not to give up trying to get the government to change its policy. “Where there is will, there is hope,” he said. Chief Executive Officer of
Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation Steve Roeger spoke briefly about the importance of education and the great experience of his own kids attending local schools. The rally followed a socalled ‘public education convoy’ from Aboriginal community Yirrkala to Nhulunbuy, which
saw more than 60 people join a procession of 40 vehicles to drive into town. The union have said that the next step for the teachers’ campaign is a ban on entering electronic data, and also ‘workto-rule’; which means teachers will work required hours only and not take on extra duties.
TOP: Preparing to march into the town square. The banner says: “Our language is the voice of the land”. TOP RIGHT: Chairman of Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation Barayuwa Mununggurr speaking at the rally. LEFT: Children will miss out on a proper education, say protestors. Photo: Lucas De Toca. RIGHT: Members of a rally against proposed teacher cuts, in Endeavour Square, November 19.
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BOTTOM: New citizens the Venter family, with MLA Lynne Walker. THE journeys of 20 migrants from countries as diverse as Iraq, Thailand, Ghana and France crossed paths in the office of the Nhulunbuy Town Administrator last Friday, when they were officially granted their Australian citizenships. A number of young families and individuals took part in ceremonies on the day, where they gave a pledge and accepted their certificates as new Australians. Along with the countries mentioned earlier, there were folk from the Philippines, United Kingdom, Zimbabwe and South Africa who were also welcomed to the fold. French migrant Stephane Torsiello, who has been in Gove for eight years, working at the plant and living with his wife and children, said it was a very proud day. “Now I can use my voice to help influence the future of Australia in ways I see things, such as economically.” There was a unanimous feeling between the new citizens that now they could feel like they were fully participating in Aussie society. As Filipino-born Juliet Castanares said, it was an exciting time of her life. “As a citizen now of this country I will build a home here and pursue my career.” A c t i n g To w n Administrator Julie Bryce congratulated the group, and said they could now go and celebrate with their first real Aussie barbecue as Australian citizens.
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Man dies in Central Arnhem Road rollover The crash occurred in the A MAN in his 40s has lost his On The life in a single vehicle rollover evening after 6pm. in Nhulunbuy, last Sunday, No- Beat There were two occupants in the vehicle and both escaped vember 24. the crash uninjured. Territory Duty Superintendent with The female driver was Louise Jorgensen said the vehicle NT rollover on the Central Arnhem later arrested at a house in Road near the Latram River Police Ski Beach and brought back to Nhulunbuy Police Station, turnoff was reported to Police at where she was issued with a around 3.20pm that day. At the time of going to press, the exact notice to appear in court for medium range circumstances surrounding the crash were still drink-driving. under investigation. She will appear in Nhulunbuy Magistrates A name has not yet been released. Court on Wednesday, December 4. Acting Senior Sergeant Alex Brennan said it Woman charged after Ski Beach crash was very disappointing for police and the wider A 29-YEAR-OLD woman was charged with community that people continue to drive after drink-driving after rolling her car near Ski drinking alcohol. “The occupants of this vehicle were very Beach last Thursday, November 21.
lucky to escape without injury. “Nhulunbuy Police have arrested 50 people for drink driving in 2013 and will continue to target this type of offending, particularly as we near the festive season.” Fly-in drug mule lands into trouble A 23-YEAR-OLD will face court after being arrested at Gove Airport on Tuesday, November 19, after 24kg of kava was found in his luggage. The man was arrested following his arrival on the Qantas flight from Cairns. He was remanded in custody to appear in Darwin on charges of supplying a traffickable quantity of kava. The 24kg of kava was worth an estimated $24,000, if sold in remote communities. SEIZED: 24kg of kava at Gove Airport, Tuesday, November 19. Photo: Nhulunbuy Police.
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ON Tuesday, December 10, Nhulunbuy and all of the NT will be switching over to digital-only television. To continue to watch free-to-air television after this date, residents will need to be digital ready. Converting to digital television involves adding a digital set-top box or digital recorder to each analog television or replacing your analog television with a new television that has a built-in digital tuner. If you have pay television you may already be digital ready; to check, if you can see the station 7TWO, you are already digital ready. Households reliant on satellite television services will be able to receive the full range of digital free-to-air television services on the Viewer Access Satellite Television (VAST) service. All households in Nhulunbuy are eligible to receive the VAST service. For more info, call the Digital Ready Information Line (1800 20 10 13) or visit website www. digitalready.gov.au.
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Ho, ho, Hoggy: Time for annual Toy Run
Riders outside the Hog Shed last week, preparing for their annual Toy Run. IT’S a known fact that in Gove, Santa doesn’t ride a sleigh - he gets around town on a buttkicking Harley. For many years now, the bikeloving brood from the Hog Shed have embarked on their annual Toy Run in the festive season, spreading cheer to disadvantaged kids around the region. And toy time’s here again; the Toy Run will be held this Saturday November 30. The sight and sound of around 65 motorbike engines will be
heard roaring around town, on their way to deliver donations of toys to Gove District Hospital. The charity event will also be raising money for men’s health and to support sufferers of autism. As Toy Run instigator Bob the Builder put it, it’s a time of the year for the Hoggy mob to “show the rest of the community that they’re not bikies; they’re just blokes who love riding bikes”. “We really want the community to come and be a part of
the Toy Run this year. “We’ll be heading to the Walkabout Tavern where we want everyone to come down, have a look at the bikes, and put in your vote for the People’s Choice best bike award.” The run will start in Gove, wind up to the hospital, where they will meet with sick children and treat them to new toys, then head out to Yirrkala Oval, where Santa will make an appearance, and then back to town. This year, the boys and lasses
taking part in the run will be putting extra passion into it, on behalf of their great mate John Keogh, who passed away earlier this year. “This will be the first year we’re doing the Toy Run without John,” said Bob. “He was such a huge part of it, and we will make sure he still will be.” John was a member of the original Harleys of Gove crew that did the first Toy Run over 20 years ago.
The Toy Run will kick-off from 9am, this Saturday at the BP Garage, for a run around town, then it will head to the hospital, Yirrkala, then back to town by 11.30am. All the community is encouraged to attend at the Walkabout Tavern from 11.30am-1pm to vote in the People’s Choice, have a photo with Santa and enjoy the good times. For more info, phone Bobby (0413 766 912).
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DHIMURRU Rangers made a wonderful discovery last month when they stumbled upon a rather strange looking thing on the beach at Banambarrnga (Rainbow Cliffs). After much speculation as to what the thing could be (Invertebrate? Jelly fish? Shark egg?) one of the staff emailed their daughter, a student in Marine Biology at James Cook University (JCU) who correctly identified it as an egg case of the world’s largest An egg case of the world’s largest living snail living snail; Syrinx aruanus, com- discovered at Rainbow Cliffs. (15cm) egg cases which they attach to rocks, monly known as the Giant Whelk, shells or coral. Australian trumpet or the False trumpet. Within the egg case, the young snails These giant snails live on sandy bottoms in the intertidal zone down to 50m water develop in individual egg capsules, then depth and have a range across the northern eventually hatch and crawl away as juveniles. This type of life history is known as half of the Australian coastline extending direct development (that is, the larvae are into southern New Guinea and Indonesia. This enormous marine gastropod can not released into the sea water). Although rarely seen, juvenile specimens grow to a shell length of around 70cm, and are sometimes washed ashore after storms can weigh in excess of 15kg. They are a carnivorous predatory snail, and cyclones in our area. For more great info like this, that feed on large tube-dwelling polychaete worms (some as much as one metre long), visit Dhimurru’s new blog: http://www. using their 250 mm proboscis, to get to dhimurru.com.au/the-both-ways-blog. the worms. Mature females produce large html.
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Clan leaders vow to resist 99-year leases A GROUP of East Arnhem clan leaders has banded together in resistance to what they call the “threat” of 99-year township leases, such as one currently being negotiated for Yirrkala. The Yolngu Nations Assembly (YNA), a group of clan leaders from across Arnhem Land, held their third annual meeting at Milingimbi from November 15 to 17. Among political topics discussed at the meeting was the issue of 99-year leases over Arnhem Land towns, which are currently being negotiated between the Federal Government and Traditional Owners for the communities of Yirrkala and Gunbalanya in West Arnhem Land. Members of the meeting, which included clan leaders from Yirrkala, Galiwin’ku and Raminginging among others, voiced concern that
99-years was too long for a government-run lease over their communities. Assembly Convenor Dhulumburrk (Matthew) Gaykamangu said it was unanimously accepted that YNA would “speak out against Australian government takeovers of Yolngu lands and will resist further incursions of Australian government control over Yolngu peoples”. “YNA seeks to protect the rights of its people to fair and diplomatic negotiations, particularly in the case of multi-generational leases,” said Mr Gaykamangu. Secretary of the Assembly Kendall Trudgen said participants at the meeting questioned why the leases had to be for 99-years. “They want to know why it’s for so long, and why the government wants control of the
whole town. “They wonder what it would mean for the landowner’s rights - would it take away their decisionmaking abilities?” He said land-owners feared their rights over the land would be weakened. “In the past, when the government has taken over something in Arnhem Land, it generally hasn’t gone very well.” New Federal Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion, who has been at the helm of getting these new leases rolled out, has taken a defensive footing to the backlash. He has responded to calls by saying there was no government takeover happening, and rather, the decision has been voluntary and up to individual communities. “This is entirely voluntary, I was actually invited to go to Yirrkala,
I was in Gunbalanya discussing other matters and it was brought up, and we had a discussion about these things.” The Northern Land Council, who coordinate much of the indigenousowned country in East Arnhem Land, have asked Mr Scullion to make some changes to the township leasing regime. Mr Scullion has conceded that some of those changes were likely to be adopted in the future. “You’ve got to demonstrate to people in the community that they’re going to be better off under this than before. “And if they’re not, then they shouldn’t sign up.” Negotiations debating whether or not Yirrkala should implement such a leasing system, and if so under what rules, will go until September next year.
ABOVE: MIX OF CULTURES: A heritage stained glass window at the Milingimbi Church where the recent Yolngu Nations Assembly meeting took place. RIGHT: Yolngu Nations Assembly Convenor Dhulumburrk (Matthew) Gaykamangu, from Ramingining, said the group doubted the fairness of government-proposed 99-year leases.
Petrol sniffers can recover brain function: Study A NEW study undertaken in two Arnhem Land communities has revealed that chronic petrol sniffers can eventually completely recover brain function. The final results of a groundbreaking, long-term study has proven that brain damage can be completely reversed when people stop sniffing petrol, but the recovery can take years. Petrol abuse remains a major source of illness, death and social dysfunction in many remote communities. Associate Professor Sheree Cairney and her team from the Menzies School of Health Research (Menzies) have been working with the two communities, that will remain unnamed for anonymity, to stamp out the petrol sniffing that was devastating their communities. The researchers assessed brain function and blood lead levels of the sniffers at the time they quit sniffing when they were significantly impaired. These assessments were again tested after two years abstinence, when some impairment remained, and finally after fifteen years of abstinence when no impairment remained. “Our preliminary results, based on two years’ abstinence, provided the first clinical
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proof in the world that the brain damage of ex-sniffers can repair if the abuse stops early enough,” said A/Prof Cairney. Prior to Dr Cairney’s pioneering research, the medical profession had assumed that brain damage from sniffing petrol and other inhalants was permanent. “At the 15 year mark we had an extraordinary response from the original participants and were able to assess neurological function for 93 per cent of the original 112 participants,” she said. “Our final results show that with further abstinence, repair can be even more complete.” While these findings will bring much hope to other petrol-blighted communities and health professionals, the outcomes were not so positive for the small number who had experienced heavy exposure to leaded petrol. “Unfortunately damage inflicted by lead to
the cerebellum part of the brain can be irreversible, a condition known as lead encephalopathy,” Dr Cairney explained. “Even though the levels of lead in these individuals’ blood returned to normal with 15 years’ abstinence, they continued to suffer permanent cognitive impairment, tremors, an uncoordinated gait, involuntary eye movements and convulsive seizures. “It is important to note that even a single heavy sniffing session can lead to permanent brain damage.” Dr Cairney said that research had showed that young people were sniffing because they were bored. “Petrol sniffing was eradicated in these communities by switching fuel supply and by introducing employment and skills training programs.” She said the roll out of Opal fuel in remote regions must continue.
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Melville Bay, from Billy’s Bar. PHOTO MATT GARRICK
WEEKLY 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. 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 & Saturday. Double Trouble 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 Monday. Trivia at the Arnhem Club, from 6-8pm. Every Tuesday. Pool Comp at the Arnhem Club, from 5.30pm.
NOVEMBER Sat 30. Club Championships, Nhulunbuy Speedway, races start at 7.30pm.
DECEMBER Fri 6. Comedy Show: Terry North presents Fairway to Heaven, 6.30pm, Gove Country Golf Club. Tickets $65, includes dinner. Bookings: (8987 3191). Sat 7. NCL Arts and Craft Markets, Town Hall, 9am12pm. Hosted by East Arnhem Rugby Union. Sat 7. Learn the Basics of Golf. 11.30am, Gove Country Golf Club. Info, phone Donna-Marie (0438 175 013). Sun 8. Christmas Carols, Nhulunbuy Christian College, starts 6.45pm, sausage sizzle provided. Tue 17. Christmas Craft, Nhulunbuy Community Library, for Ages 6 and Up. 10am. Bookings and info: (8987 0860). Thu 19. Christmas Craft, Nhulunbuy Community Library, for Ages 6 and Up. 10am. Bookings and info: (8987 0860).
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letters to the editor/comment Treasurer Hockey sticks it to families TREASURER Joe Hockey has introduced legislation to scrap the Schoolkids Bonus, a cut that will hurt more than 1500 families in East Arnhem. For local families it means their kids risk missing out on all the things they need to do well at school. By June of this year, 1510 primary and 1000 secondary students in East Arnhem had received the Schoolkids Bonus, which pays $410 for each child
in primary school and $820 for each child in secondary school. The Schoolkids Bonus has meant much needed relief for low and middle income families struggling to meet the costs of their children’s education. Every one of these local families will be worse off if the Schoolkids Bonus is scrapped. The average Australian family with two kids will be $1230 worse off every year and $15,000 worse off over the life
of their children’s education. This is a savage cut from a Government that clearly doesn’t care about assisting East Arnhem families with expenses like school uniforms and school shoes, textbooks, camps, excursions as well as extracurricular activities like sport. The basics that give our kids a start at school. Warren Snowdon (pictured), Federal Member for Lingiari
Teacher rallies reach fever pitch FURTHER rallies to protest cuts to education were held around the Territory’s regions last week including a large turnout from Nhulunbuy and Yirrkala. The rally in Nhulunbuy which arrived via a convoy of cars from Yirrkala, saw close to 200 people gather; teachers, students, parents, senior traditional owners and other concerned members of the community who are all fearful about the fact that these savage cuts will do nothing to improve education outcomes for our children. Still to be resolved is the government’s decision to instate
what was described as a ‘technical’ lock-out, advising teachers on the morning of the rally that their four hour strike action - legal, approved and protected - would see them lose a whole day’s pay and not to bother to return to work. Teachers did return to work, to their duties and classes and should be paid for the rest of the afternoon. It will be Darwin’s turn to rally on Wednesday. It will be the third and likely the largest turnout on the steps of parliament calling on the CLP government to abandon cuts to education and to listen to and negotiate not just with
teachers but also school councils, parents and experts. TYPHOON Haiyan, which has devastated large areas of the central Philippines and claimed more than 5000 lives has triggered a massive international humanitarian aid effort including the NT sending medical and rescue teams and financial aid. The Filipino and wider community in Nhulunbuy has rallied with Gil and Ansel Avila coordinating a collection of clothing and household items, with two pallets now ready to be shipped. Thanks to the volunteers who spent the
whole weekend sorting and packing donated goods. Sunday morning saw our local Kiwi community also doing their bit for the victims of Typhoon Haiyan with a bacon and egg burger stall and further fundraising will see a Filipino dinner this week, at the golf club. Westpac bank are also accepting over the counter donations for disaster relief for Oxfam and Salvation Army. Alternatively, online donations can be made to most humanitarian aid organisations like Red Cross. Please, give generously. With Cyclone
Electoral News
by NT Member for Nhulunbuy
LYNNE WALKER
Alessia which had threatened the Top End over the weekend now downgraded, it is a timely reminder for residents in our region to clean up their yards and re-stock cyclone kits and be prepared for a cyclone. I am in parliament this week, returning Friday for the annual Arafura Dance Concert and the final - pending weather - Speedway meet for the year.
This mini ain’t no mouse THE Arafura Times is on the hunt for the best number plate in Gove. This week, one plate has announced loud and proud that good things truly do come in small packages. MINJAR is the name for the 2009 Mini Cooper owned by locals Jossa Keys and Rob Stewart. In Jossa’s words: “I have always loved minis. It started during my high school days, where a friend of mine had one, then I actually brought my own for the big amount of $700 in 1986! I went to the shop to buy milk and bread where I purchased this as well. It was a 1977 model, turquoise coloured, huge steering wheel, long ugly gear stick, no power steering and full of rust - hence the name, Rusty. It served me well. In fact I got my licence in it.
Fast forward to 2012; we purchased a car that appealed to both of us, which we named MINJAR. I actually came up with the name which Rob thought was very clever, appropriate and agreed to. MIN (shortened from mini) JAR (Jossa and Rob). We love MINJAR.” This week was the last week of the competition; now a jury of five motorminded community members will go off to deliberate a first place plate from the last weeks, and the winner gifted a $150 voucher for Gove Motors. The winner that raises the biggest chuckle will take home the prize. The Arafura Times thanks all the worthy entrants for taking part in the competition, and encourages all readers to continue sending any photos and stories through to editor@ arafuratimes.com.au.
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FEDERAL Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch will study the transcripts of last week’s Senate Estimates Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Legislation Committee hearing to determine if the Parliament has been misled over facts relating to Barrier Aviation. Mr Entsch told the Arafura Times his concerns centre on the evidence before the Estimates Committee from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority under questioning from Senator David Fawcett, a former RAAF and commercial pilot. Senator Fawcett directed numerous, probing questions to the CASA representatives about the demise of Barrier Aviation, almost 12 months ago, despite a virtually impeccable record over 20 years. Mr Entsch says he will study the transcripts “very closely” and provided a copy to the owner of the Barrier Aviation, David Kilin, as a matter of urgency. Senator Fawcett met with Mr Kilin recently. Mr Entsch said: “From my understanding of CASA’s evidence, it’s in conflict with what we’ve been told by Barrier Aviation. “It seems to be a direct contradiction to what’s been provided so far. I am very keen to peruse the entire evidence to the Estimates Committee from CASA to see if the Parliament has been misled. “And if the Parliament has been misled, the individuals should be held accountable.” Last week’s hearing coincides with the release of the details of the independent review of aviation safety regulation in Australia. Mr David Forsyth AM, will Chair the review panel which is expected to start
taking evidence before the end of the year. Mr Forsyth is a prominent figure in Australian aviation. He is the chair of Safeskies Australia, former chair of Airservices Australia and has over 30 years of experience in safety management and aviation business. Mr Forsyth will be joined by Mr Don Spruston, former Director General of Civil Aviation at Transport Canada and former Director General of the International Business Aviation Council, and Mr Roger Whitefield, former Head of Safety at British Airways, former safety adviser to Qantas and former United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority board member. Mr Entsch strongly encouraged people to come forward and give evidence to the hearing. “This will provide a brilliant opportunity for people who believe they have been poorly treated by CASA or individuals in CASA to be heard. “This will give them a chance to state their case about any vendettas or bastardry that they believe has been directed at them. “It’s been a year since CASA shut
Barrier Aviation down and the airline still has not had a chance to present its case. “Barrier withdrew its recent action, simply because it ran out of money. “There seems to be a pattern where matters are drawn out by CASA until the airlines are broken, and they do not allow them any avenue of redress.” Mr Entsch says he encourages anyone with a grievance to make a submission. “I’ve had a lot of people contact me who have been afraid of victimisation if they speak up; this inquiry gives them an opportunity to provide evidence in camera. This will offer them anonymity and protect them from intimidating threats of defamation. “People can be honest and frank. “ Mr Entsch believes a “common thread” will emerge from the inquiry. “The inquiry is wide-ranging and broad enough for everyone to present their case. I’m really looking forward to the review panel’s suggestions.” Barrier Aviation had operated from bases in Horn Island, Cairns, Darwin and Gove with a fleet of more than 30 aircraft and 50 staff.
TIMELINE, according to CASA
According to CASA’s statement, the time lines of events are: December 23, 2012: CASA suspends Barrier Aviation’s air operator’s certificate. * February 22, 2013: The Federal Court of Australia made an order prohibiting Barrier Aviation from conducting operations for a set period.March 13, 2013: CASA then cancelled the air operator’s certificate held by Barrier Aviation. March 15, 2013: Barrier Aviation applied to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal for review of this decision. July 31, 2013: CASA refused an application for re-issue of an air operator’s certificate. August 14, 2013: Barrier applied to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal for a review of this decision. October 16, 2013: Barrier Aviation withdrew its applications to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. * (Arafura Times understands the court order expired at 5pm that afternoon; meaning the court order expired on the afternoon on the day it was issued.)
Two new Police stations opened out bush important and growing communities. “This new Police station should give local residents the same sense of security as people living in the rest of the Territory,” Mr Giles said. Historically Gapuwiyak has received its Police services from Nhulunbuy. But in 2008 a temporary police station was established in the community, allowing police to provide a more permanent presence. “After working in temporary stations for so long it is great to see officers getting the resources they need to do their job and protect the community,” Mr Giles said. The new Police Stations were warmly welcomed by members of both communities. The two complexes cost $20.8m and were funded through the Closing the Gap National Partnership Agreement with the NT and Federal Governments.
ABOVE: Chief Minister Adam Giles and community leaders open the new police station in Gapuwiyak. ALTHOUGH it’s the colour of their uniform, East Arnhem Land Police have no reason to be blue, after two new police stations were opened in remote communities last week. Chief Minister Adam Giles travelled to the region last Wednesday where he officially opened two new police stations in Gapuwiyak and Ramingining. “The new stations will support a permanent police presence at these communities providing safety and security to local residents,” Mr Giles said. “The complexes are state of the art. “They include secure detention facilities, high-tech communications technology, police housing and visiting officer’s quarters.” Six years ago, the Commonwealth and NT Governments say they recognised the need for a more permanent police presence in Ramingining. In 2008 a temporary police station was established and the new permanent station has just been completed. Police from Ramingining met with Chief Minister Adam Giles when he travelled “Ramingining and neighbouring Milingimbi are there last Wednesday.
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school’s nhulunbuy high school
UT
PHOTOS: MATT GARRICK
class of 2013
Graduating class of 2013: the ladies.
Bintang Daly, Lanka Alahakoon, Danielle Bond, Maddi Barnett, Keely Lobenwein and Ebonee Montgomery.
Graduating class of 2013: The lads.
Madeleine Larsen and Christina Burke.
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Lanka Alahakoon.
27 Nov - 3 Dec 2013
Madeleine Larsen, Laura Haddock and Jasmine Body.
Leilani Ani, Joshua McKeough and Cynthia Manngwende.
Twins Lincoln and Carla Haines.
Captain cool Ian Rogers.
PHOTOS: MATT GARRICK
Movember disco TO WRAP up the hairiest month of the year, a group of Young Rotarians hosted a Movember Disco for kids at the Town Hall last Friday evening. Helped out by a crew of regular Rotarians, the youngsters hosted the event to raise money for people affected by Typhoon Haiyan, the storm that hit the Philippines and caused mass devastation on November 8.
Kai Mooney, Jake Turner, Pikachu (aka Young Rotarian and event coordinator Serina O’Connor) and Louane Venter. ABOVE: MINI MO-NA LISAS: Abbey, Emma, Elisha, Angelina, Jessica and Emily. BELOW: BEST OF MOTOWN: Kurt Edwards, Cooper Field, Darcy Colquhoun and Ryan Merrett.
Nikki, Moana, Liam, Hayden, Saraya, Kira. Front: Tiannah, Kira, Mia and Emma.
Suspicious mo-tives: Alex Dunn and Mache Eloff. Leanne and Pino Parise’s new passport photo.
Tegan Stiff and Louane Venter.
Sarah Cruikshank and Tia Hutton.
MO-VE FM: Mick and Lara Stimpson.
MO BROS: Brayden Majid and Jed Atkins
Bouncers Sean ‘Ocker’ O’Connor, Brendan Muldoon and Jacob Mery.
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THURSDAY 28
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Wild China 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 My Family 1:00 Dragons Den 2:00 Lizard Kings 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Nigella Slater’s Simple Cooking: Born And Bred 6:30 Antiques Master 6:55 Clarke And Dawe 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Exhumed 8:30 Redfern Now: Pokies 9:25 The Hour 10:25 Lateline 11:00 The Business 11:30 My Family’s Crazy Gap Year: The Tregembos 12:20 Movie: “The Wild One” (PG) 1:35 Movie: “Forever And A Day” (PG) 3:25 Movie: “Along The Rio Grande” (PG) 4:30 Carols From St Patrick’s / 5:30 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: “Man About Town” (M s,v,l) 2:30 National News Now 4:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Love Car Displacement - Tension runs high when everyone is staying at the same hotel for a science event and Bernadette runs into her ex-boyfriend. 7:00 TBA 11:00 Sullivan & Son: The Punch - An accused panty thief threatens Steve and Melanie’s relationship; Owen and Ahmed enter an offbeat business; Carol and Hank share ways to go on dates. 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 8:30 The Morning Show 10:30 Sport Special: Emirates Australian Open Golf 2013 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 TBA 7:00 Beauty And The Geek Australia 9:00 Grey’s Anatomy: Map Of You - Derek and Callie work on a brain mapping project, Richard encourages the interns to use his physical condition as a learning tool and after a discussion with Callie, Meredith considers continuing her mother’s research. Meanwhile, Shane continues to feel guilty about Heather’s death. 10:00 The Amazing Race 11:00 Grimm 12:00 Harry’s Practice 12:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today / 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 UEFA Champions League 2013/2014 7:30 World News 1:00 Barbados At The Races 1:30 Meet My Wild Friends 2:30 Law Of The Dragon 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 Dales With Ade Edmondson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Italian Food Safari 8:00 Gourmet Farmer: The Business Of Pig Farming 8:30 Two Greedy Italians: Poor Man’s Food - The duo visit Gennaro’s home town Minori to get a lesson in pasta-making from his great aunt, then head to Naples, where they discover the humble beginnings of pizza, and conclude their journey on the Amalfi Coast, an area that gave birth to a new style of food. 9:30 Masters Of Sex 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 UEFA Champions League Highlights 11:30 Thursday FC 12:30 Anthony Bourdian: No Reservations 2:20 Weatherwatch Overnight
FRIDAY 29
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Foreign Correspondent 11:30 One Plus One 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Last Of The Summer Wine 1:00 Dalziel And Pascoe 2:35 The Wonder Years 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Nigel Slater’s Simple Cooking: Hot And Cold 6:25 Antiques Master 6:55 What’s Your Story? 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 NT 8:00 QI: Infantile - This episode of QI is going to be pretty infantile, with Dave Gorman, Ronni Ancona, Lee Mack and Alan Davies. 8:30 The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency: Precious Ramotswe starts her dream business, a ladies detective agency in Botswana, with proceeds from the sale of 180 cows her father left her. She is helped by her highly-strung but efficient secretary. 9:25 Serangoon Road 10:20 Lateline 11:00 Whites 11:30 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: “The Big Bounce” (M v,l) 2:20 Nine Presents 2:30 National News Now 4:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Thespian Catalyst 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: The Benefactor Factor 7:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Cohabitation Formulation 8:00 Movie: “Harry Potter And The Deadly Hallows - Part 2” (M v,s) - In the epic conclusion to the film series Harry Ron and Hermione hunt down the last of Voldermort’s hidden Horcruxes in the hopes of finally destroying the dark lord, bringing peace to the wizarding world. 10:30 TBA 12:25 Movie: “Rent” (M a,d,l) 3:00 Extra 3:30 Brand Developers 4:00 Good Morning America
5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 10:30 Sport Special: Emirates Australian Open Golf 2013 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 10:30 World’s Wildest Police Videos - An inmate launches a brutal sneak attack on a prison guard, a wanted forger gets run over by her own car, and a naked jogger receives a serious taser jolt of justice! 11:30 Off The Map: I’m Here - When a scuba diving trip goes wrong, Ryan, Ben, Tommy and Mina race to save a patient underwater. Meanwhile, a flame from Zee’s past returns to the clinic for an unconventional treatment. 12:30 Movie: “Bad Manners” (M s,n) - Mind games coil through a visit of one couple to the home of another when a sum of money goes missing and relationships are tested. 2:30 Home Shopping / 3:30 NBC Today
5:00 World News 1:00 The Food Lover’s Guide To Australia 1:35 Rex In Rome 2:30 Living Black 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 Dales With Ade Edmondson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Secrets Of The Irish Landscape 8:30 The Bible: A History 9:30 Public Enemy No.1 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Sex, Parties And Lies” (MA s,d) - In Spanish. A noholds barred look at the exploits of a group of sexy Spanish twenty-somethings discovering life and experimenting with drugs, clubs and sex in the steamy coastal town of Alicante. 1:00 Movie: “Election 2” (MAV v) - In Cantonese. As election time nears, current triad chairman Lok faces competition from his godsons. Jimmy is the perfect candidate: smart and entrepreneurial. Even the Chinese authorities are interested in what Jimmy has to offer. 2:45 Weatherwatch Overnight
SATURDAY 30
6:00 Rage 10:30 Rage Guest Programmer 11:30 Exhumed 12:00 Australian Story 12:30 7.30 NT 1:00 Walkley Awards 2013 2:00 Mastercrafts: Thatching 3:00 Basketball: WNBL: Round 9 - Bendigo Vs Adelaide 5:05 The Great Rift: Africa’s Wild Heart: Water 6:00 Monty Don’s French Gardens: Gardens Of Power And Passion 7:00 ABC News 7:30 The Paradise 8:30 Call The Midwife 9:30 Kingdom: Peter is away in Cambridge solving a riddle, and Lyle is left in charge at the office. Beatrice goes into early labour and the office is invaded by cats. 10:20 Upstairs Downstairs: The Love That Pays The Price - Lady Agnes catches the eye of charismatic American millionaire Caspar Landry, meanwhile downstairs, Mrs Thackeray makes a momentous decision which throws the running of 165 into chaos. 11:20 Woodley: Dad Day 11:45 Rage Guest Programmer 5:00 Rage
5:30 Bubble Guppies 6:00 Dora The Explorer 6:30 Weekend Today - Saturday 9:30 Danoz Direct 10:30 The Middle 11:00 The New Adventures Of Old Christine 11:30 International Cycling Grand Prix 1:30 Movie: “Avalanche Express” (PG v) 3:30 Explore Canada 4:30 4WD TV 5:00 Getaway 5:30 National News Saturday 6:30 School’s Spectacular 9:30 TBA 11:30 Movie: “The Brother’s Bloom” (M v,l) - The Brothers Bloom are the best con men in the world, swindling millionaires with complex scenarios of lust and intrigue. 2:05 Spyforce: The Countess - Macau, in the heart of Japanese held China, in 1942 was filled with British refugees, sharing the streets with their Japanese enemies, in a tiny country, only uneasily clinging to its neutrality. 3:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 3:30 Brand Developers 4:30 Life Today With James Robinson 5:00 Wesley Impact
5:30 Saturday Disney 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:30 Sport Special: Emirates Australian Open Golf 2013 4:30 Creek To Coast 5:00 Queensland Weekender: Dean Miller and his team cover the length and breadth of Queensland with great suggestions for weekends, short breaks and holidays. 5:30 Seven News 6:30 TBA 8:50 TBA 11:10 That ‘70s Show: Kelso is jealous when Jackie picks Fez be her partner in a roller-disco competition, and Red gets sued by a former employee for wrongful termination. 11:35 Off The Map 12:30 Harry’s Practice: Dr Katrina Petchecks the Silky Chook. Dr Harry meets a depressed Malamute in the surgery. 1:00 Special: Heartbeat Of The Coral Coast 3:00 It Is Written Oceania 3:30 Home Shopping 4:30 Dr Oz
5:00 World News 1:00 Dame Aux Camelias, La 3:20 Tim Marlow’s Virtual Gallery 3:25 Hugh Laurie: Copper Bottom Blues 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Finding Your Roots 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Destination Flavour Japan Bitesize 7:35 Nordic Wild 8:35 Shackleton: Death Or Glory 9:30 Movie: “Revolutionary Road” (M a,s,l) - Set in the lonelycrowd milieu of 1955, a young couple living in a Connecticut suburb struggle to come to terms with their personal problems while trying to raise their two children. 11:40 Movie: “Just Another Love Story” (MAV s,n,a) - In Danish And Swedish. A man who feels responsible for the car accident that put a young woman in a coma develops an obsession for her as he visits her in hospital and pretends to be her fiancé. 1:30 Shameless: Suspicions are raised when jobless Avril keeps producing gifts, while Mimi sets her sights on jogger Neil who is unsure of her advances and only wants sex. 3:20 Weatherwatch Overnight
SUNDAY 01
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6:00 Rage 6:30 Children’s Programs 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Inside Business 10:30 Offsiders 11:00 Asia Pacific Focus 11:30 Songs Of Praise 12:00 Landline 1:00 The Paradise 2:00 One Flat Thing Reproduced 2:30 Jennifer Byrne Presents Alexander McCall Smith 3:00 Football: W-League: Round 3 - Perth Glory Vs Melbourne Victory 5:00 Midsomer Murders 6:30 Compass 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Don’t Panic: Surviving Extremes - How would your family cope in a tropical cyclone or a catastrophic bushfire? Dr Jonica Newby uncovers the links between climate change, human psychology and disastrous bushfires and cyclones, and how to survive the extremes. 8:30 The Outlaw Michael Howe 9:50 The Screening Room 10:50 Walkley Awards 2013 11:50 Movie: “The Godfather: Part III” (M l,v) 2:35 Movie: “The Arizonian” (PG) 4:00 The New Inventors 4:30 The Bionic Vet / 5:00 Catalyst
5:30 2013 Christmas Pageant 6:30 Weekend Today 9:30 Financial Review Sunday 10:00 Cybershack 10:30 Australian Fishing Championships 11:00 Wild Life Of Tim Faulkner 11:30 TBA 12:00 International Cycling Grand Prix 2:00 The Middle 2:30 Super Smart Animals 3:30 Teahupo’o - Thunder Of The Reef 4:00 Deep Water 4:30 Reel Action 5:00 Musomagic Outback Tracks 5:30 National News Sunday 6:00 Summer With The Australian Women’s Weekly 7:00 60 Minutes 8:00 TBA 10:30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Ghost Town 11:30 Deep Water 12:00 Financial Review Sunday 12:30 Would You Fall For That? 1:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America - Sunday 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today
5:30 Sofia The First 6:00 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show - Weekend 10:30 Sport Special: Emirates Australian Open Golf 2013 3:30 Better Homes And Gardens 5:00 The Great South East 5:30 Seven News 6:00 TBA 7:00 Wild Planet: North America 8:00 Bones: The Nazi On The Honeymoon - While honeymooning in Buenos Aires, Brennan and Booth just can’t relax on vacation. So, instead, they decide to help Raphael Valenza, a local detective and huge fan of Brennan’s books, solve the murder of a Nazi war criminal whose remains were found in an historic mass grave. 9:00 Castle: Like Father, Like Daughter 11:00 Family Tools 11:30 Young, Dumb and Living Off Mum 12:45 Harry’s Practice 1:30 Home Shopping 2:30 NBC Today 3:30 NBC Meet The Press 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Al Jazeera News 1:30 ADbc 2:00 Speedweek 4:00 FIFA World Cup 2014 Magazine 4:30 UEFA Champions League Magazine 5:00 Living Black Conversations 5:30 Mythbusters 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Lost Worlds: Myth Hunters 8:30 Meet The Romans 9:35 Springsteen And I: Forty years ago, Bruce Springsteen burst onto the rock scene and changed it forever. His music defines a generation, but behind the songs were remarkable stories about the fans who lived them. 11:05 Movie: “Tricks” (PG) - In Polish. A charming and bittersweet narrative about a young boy who goes to extreme lengths in an attempt to influence fate and make his absent father return home. 12:50 Movie: “Katalin Varga” (M v,a,n) - In Hungarian and Romanian, English Subtitles. When Katalin’s husband discovers their son was the result of her being raped, she is banished from her remote village and sets out to seek revenge on the two men that abused her ten years earlier. 2:25 Weatherwatch Overnight
MONDAY 02
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6:00 ABC News Breakfast 10:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Midday Report 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Nigel Slater’s Simple Cooking: Weird And Wonderful 6:25 Antiques Master 6:55 Audrey’s Kitchen 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Family Confidential 8:30 Rick Stein’s India 9:30 Rake 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Dalziel And Pascoe: Sins Of The Fathers 1:00 Parliament Question Time 2:00 Movie: “The Pumpkin Eater” (M a,s) - In her fourth marriage, Jo finds out that her husband is having an affair. 3:45 Movie: “She Wore A Yellow Ribbon” (G) - The saga of a cavalry officer’s last days before his retirement. 5:30 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: “Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost” (M a,v) 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Lunar Excitation 7:00 TBA 11:00 Nikita: Invisible Hand - Michael questions Nikita’s commitment to a life beyond Division’s web -- and he’s not the only one with doubts. Alex considers an intriguing offer from a Nobel Prize winner. 12:00 Nitro Circus Live 12:30 Extra 1:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 1:30 Brand Developers 3:00 Good Morning America - Sunday 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: “Love With A Perfect Stranger” (PG a) 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 TBA 7:30 Air Rescue 8:00 The Blacklist 9:00 TBA 11:00 Mistresses: Indecent Proposals - As single mom-to-be Savi begins to grasp that Harry may never be coming back, Dom offers her a shoulder to lean on. April is furious when Paul shows up at Lucy’s school and shares her frustration with Richard, who decides to take matters into his own hands. 12:00 30 Rock 12:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Sons And Daughters 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Lost Ships Of Rome 2:00 The Destiny Of Rome 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 Cape To Cape MTB 2013 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Dales With Ade Edmondson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Engineering Giants: Gas Rig Strip-Down 8:30 The Truth About Looking Younger 9:30 Small Time Gangster 10:00 Swift And Shift Couriers 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 The World Game 11:30 Hellfjord: Salmander goes undercover in Solvik jail to follow a lead in the murder case. When his only ally in prison dies from a peanut-related accident, Salmander is put behind bars for real. Not only must he follow a trail in the case, he must also find a way to get out of prison. Meanwhile, Johanne finds a very special clue in Hellfjord’s murder mystery. 12:05 Shorts On Screen 12:40 Freddie Flintoff Versus The World 2:30 Weatherwatch Overnight
TUESDAY 03
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6:00 ABC News Breakfast 10:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Compass 1:00 Rick Stein’s India 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 The Good Cook 6:30 Antiques Master 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Kitchen Cabinet 8:30 Keating 9:30 At The Movies 10:00 The Book Club 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Canberra Confidential 12:30 Parliament Question Time 1:30 Outcasts 2:30 Dead Famous: Lifts the lid on the slaughter that resulted when two underworld tribes went to war over drug profits during Melbourne’s infamous gangland wars. 3:30 Basketball: WNBL: Round 9 - Bendigo Vs Adelaide 5:30 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: “Waiting For Guffman” (M l) 1:57 National News Interest Rate Decision 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Lunar Excitation 7:00 The Big Bang Theory 7:30 Super Fun Night: The Set Up - Kendall sets Kimmie up with one of Richard’s dorky old school friends, James. But as Kimmie slowly warms to James on a double date, Richard has a surprising reaction. 8:00 TBA 11:00 Weeds: Red In Tooth And Claw 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: “Because I Said So” (M 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 TBA 11:00 Cougar Town: Restless - Jules has trouble sleeping, and it seems like nothing can help her relax. Grayson’s face gets mangled in a roller hockey game. Meanwhile, Ellie goes into hiding after Andy decides to redeem his stash of sex coupons on Valentine’s Day. 11:30 30 Rock: Hey Baby, What’s Wrong Part 1 & 2 - Criss and Liz need to buy a dining room table to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Meanwhile, Tracy and Frank try to help Lutz find someone to spend Valentine’s with. Guest starring James Marsden. 12:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Andre Rieu: The Christmas I Love 2:10 Music Knows No Bounds 2:45 Minnie Loves Junior 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 Dales With Ade Edmondson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 56 Up - When a cross-section of British seven-year-olds were interviewed for 7 Up in 1964, it was evident that their social backgrounds influenced their attitudes towards life. While the upper class children were self-assured, those from middle and working class backgrounds were resigned to a life of hard work. This premise was put to the test every seven years when the same group were interviewed about the state of their lives. Now, at the age of 56, the group are once more brought together to assess whether their lives have been ruled by circumstances or self-determination. 8:30 Change My Race 9:30 Coppers 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 Masters Of Sex 12:00 Prisoners Of War / 1:00 Alter Ego / 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
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6:00 ABC News Breakfast 10:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 At The Movies 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 The Good Cook 6:25 Antiques Master 6:55 Lessons From The Grave 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Would I Lie To You? 8:30 QI: History 9:00 Adam Hills Stands Up Live 9:30 Shock Horror Aunty 10:00 A Moody Christmas: I’m Walt Roskow 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Young James Herriot 12:30 Parliament Question Time 1:30 Movie: Mr Blandings Builds His Dream House 3:05 Catalyst 3:30 Football: W-League: Round 3 - Perth Glory Vs Melbourne Victory 5:30 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 Hostages 1:30 Prime Suspect 2:30 National News Now 3:30 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: The Lunar Excitation 7:00 RBT 8:00 Hostages 9:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Helpless 10:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: CSI On Fire 11:00 Dallas 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 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “America” (M a,s,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 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 TBA 10:45 Travel Unravelled 11:10 Cougar Town: Flirting With Time - When buyers show interest in Grayson’s house, the crew is quick to judge their potential new neighbours. They also become nostalgic about when redneck Bobby and Jules first moved into the neighbourhood. Meanwhile, Wade returns home from Afghanistan early, but Laurie’s initial excitement quickly turns to fear when he becomes too clingy. 11:40 The Cult 12:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Sons And Daughters 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 James May’s Toy Stories 2:00 Richard Hammond’s Engineering Connections 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 Dales With Ade Edmondson 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Bill Bailey’s Jungle Hero 8:35 24 Hours In Emergency: Love And Pain 9:30 Borgen 10:35 World News Australia 11:05 Prisoners Of War: The Notebook - Haim tries to extract more details on Operation Judas from Ze’ev, and together they work on cracking the code that Atar and Jamal used to communicate with each other. 12:10 Movie: “The Singer” (PG) - In French. Gérard Depardieu stars as Alain, an aging dance hall singer infatuated with Marion, a guarded and wary beauty half his age. When Alain discovers Marion is a real estate agent, he seeks her out, pretending to be a house-buyer. 2:10 Weatherwatch Overnight
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CROSSWORD No. 176
SUDOKU No. 176
Your Lucky
Stars
SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) An amusing incident at work will help to cheer you up. Your attitude towards the person concerned may change as a result of this event. Romance. You and your mate won’t feel like going out this evening. Enjoy a nice quiet dinner at home and spend time lounging on the sofa.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st) Your new exercise plan may not be getting you the results you had expected. Be sure to change up your routine to maximize the benefits. Romance. Your partner will be thrilled with your recent improvements. Don’t be surprised if they ask to join you on your next jog.
CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th)
FOR KIDS
You will need to spend some time by yourself this week. Use this time to gather your thoughts, meditate and clear any clutter. Romance. You might feel that your relationship is getting a little stale at the moment. Spending time apart may make your hearts grow fonder.
AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th) You will have a very clear idea of what you want, but unless you are able to explain your needs to other people, there will be confusion. Romance. You could meet someone new through a connection with an old acquaintance. Don’t name-drop. No one likes to listen to that.
PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) Overall, everything should be going very well between you and your colleagues. Things run the smoothest when everyone knows their role. Romance. A quiet evening at home with your partner may not end up quite as placidly as it began! Don’t plan to sleep until very late!
ARIES (March 21st - April 20th) Changes to your diet will soon have a beneficial effect. It may be a while before you see the full benefits, however. Don’t give up! Romance. You need a chance to relax after some recent stress and should make the most of an unplanned get-together with your partner.
FINDWORD No. 176 A LAUGH WITH LOTSA
TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st) So long as your boss takes your feelings into consideration, things should go well at work. Implementation of new strategies will help things immensely. Romance. Your partner may be jealous because you have been paying too much attention to your work. Ease their fears.
GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) You will be surprised what a difference a few kind words make. This will be an excellent time to make up for a recent disappointment. Romance. A small improvement to your home environment will start to have a positive impact on your relationship. Continue to make little changes.
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MUDDY RIVER
CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) Something which you value highly may be slightly damaged this week. While you may be upset about this, it is important to keep things in perspective. Romance. Working with your partner on a joint project will give you both the chance to understand each other better.
LEO (July 24th - August 23rd)
It is possible that you will end up being trapped by an acquaintance. Your suspicions will be aroused by a chance comment; which you must not ignore. Romance. A conflict of interest between you and your partner will have to be resolved amicably. Work through this together.
VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd)
QUOTE OF THE DAY
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Winning isn’t
everything, but
wanting to win is.
–Vince Lombardi
SOLUTIONS No. 176
Don’t push aside a recent idea. You may have several trial-and-error moments, but eventually things will come together. Romance. It may be difficult to make relationship progress without some sensible advice. A friend will help to put you in touch with the right person.
LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd)
You may find it difficult to concentrate on work which you don’t really enjoy. Your will-power will not be very strong this week! Get some rest and begin again. Romance. Don’t allow yourself to simply settle in your current relationship. Make sure you have the best that you deserve!
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Franc Budja, husband to Marija Budja, father to Bojan & Marijana Budja and Grandfather to Chloe & Dean Budja sadly lost his battle to terminal illness on November 12, 2013 at Carrara Health Centre (Gold Coast). Franc was a long term local in Gove & after 30 years of working for Nabalco he retired in 2002 and then moved to the Gold Coast with his wife and daughter. A services was held on November 19, 2013 at ST Andrews Chapel in Robina (Gold Coast) with close family and friends. Marija, Bojan, Marijana, Cassie, Chloe and Dean would like to thank everyone for their kind wishes and support during this sad time.
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AGM NOTICE East ARNHEM AND TOURISM ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at Walkabout Lodge. Starts at 5.30pm. All positions
Specialists in: Electrical and Airconditioning • Installation, • Maintenance and • Service 5 Miller Close Ph: 8987 3666 Fax: 8987 3341
Nhulunbuy Corporation Limited
THIS COLOUR SPACE COSTS ONLY $30 PER WEEK*
2013 Christmas Decoration Competition
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ECL: C2266 RTA: AU19805
PO Box 345, Nhulunbuy NT 0881 Phone: (08) 8939 2200 Fax: (08) 8987 2451 Email: office@ncl.net.au
With Christmas just around the corner it’s time for the residents of Nhulunbuy to dress their houses up to celebrate the festive season. NCL is putting on the Christmas Decorations competition with cash prizes up for grabs.
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Crisis Accommodation Gove (Inc.) 8987 1166 / 0412 317 925
There are four categories this year:
Subsidised Property
* Woman and Children Family Violence Shelter. * Staff onsite 24 hours-7 days a week. * Children’s worker available Mon-Fri. * Short term and limited offsite accommodation for individuals or families experiencing homelessness. * Emergency Relief Funding Available.
The complete package - decorated House and Garden Decorated small area – eg window, verandah, carport etc.
Non-Subsidised Property The complete package – decorated House and Garden Decorated small area – eg window, verandah, carport etc.
Prizes for each category are: 1st Prize $300 & 2nd Prize $200
D E PA R T M E N T O F H E A LT H
For more information or to enter, contact NCL on 8939 2200 or email office@ncl.net.au. Nominations close 4.30pm, Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Only one category can be entered per household, and decorations must remain in place from December 18, 2013 to December 31, 2013, and must be able to be viewed from the street. The judges decision will be final and the winning entries will be announced in the Arafura Times on Wednesday, January 8, 2014.
Health Careers & Opportunities in the Northern Territory If you want your career to go places then join Department of Health in the Northern Territory. The challenges and opportunities in health and community care in the Territory are like no other in Australia, from remote Aboriginal health to tropical health and urban tertiary care. Continued investments in Aboriginal health, remote health, acute care and community services offer many opportunities for health professionals who want to be part of making a difference.
ICN: 1161
Notice of ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of members
TERRITORY WIDE SERVICES ABORIGINAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER Aboriginal Health Worker 5 Remuneration Package Range $84 667 - $93 694 (comprising salary $73 386 - $81 344, superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation
All members of the corporation are advised that an annual general meeting of members will take place as follows:
leave) Relocation assistance may be considered
Centre for Disease Control – Darwin Fixed vacancy available to 30/06/2014 Work in partnership with Remote Primary Health Care Service Providers to implement comprehensive sexual
Time: 9:30am Date: Friday, December 13, 2013 Place: Drimmie Head Rd, Gunyangara, Ski Beach
health and blood borne virus programs. Darwin based with travel to Top End Remote Communities. Quote vacancy number: 1996 For further information please contact Kelly Hosking on 08 8922 6912 or email kelly.hosking@nt.gov.au
Agenda 1. Chairman’s Welcome 2. Apologies 3. Accept proxy votes 4. Minutes of the previous annual general meeting (AGM) and matters arising 5. Corporation reports 6. Appointment of an auditor for the next financial year and their fee 7. Election of directors 8. Special resolutions 9. Any other business
Closing date: 8 December 2013
APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants should address the selection criteria and provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees (preferably an email address). For a copy of the Job Description and to apply online please visit www.nt.gov.au/jobs Further information about these positions can be obtained by phoning
TOLLFREE 1300 659 247 Information on the Northern Territory and its great lifestyle is available at www.theterritory.com.au Note: The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice / Ochre Card (application forms available from SAFE NT @
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exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
* Members should check their details in the register of members of the AGM. ** A member has a right to appoint a proxy. A proxy does not have to be a member. For further information please call the Yothu Yindi Foundation T: (08) 8941 2900 E: admin@garmafestival.com.au
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Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting of the Walngawu Djakamirri Surf Life Saving Club will be held on Saturday, December 7 at 1424-1425 Arnhem Road, Nhulunbuy Enquiries to Scott Beverstock on 0427 158 693
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NORTHERN TERRITORY RACING COMMISSION
Membership of the Northern Territory Racing Commission DEPARTMENT OF THE CHIEF MINISTER Expressions of Interest Expressions of interest are being sought from persons interested in becoming a member of the NT Racing Commission for a period of up to three years. Under the Racing and Betting Act, the Minister for Business appoints persons to the Commission on the grounds of their knowledge and experience of the racing industry in the Territory.
www.dob.nt.gov.au
The Commission holds regular meetings in Darwin and one in Alice Springs in May, and is responsible for the licensing and regulation of the Racing and Betting Act. Renumeration is pursuant to the Assembly Members and Statutory Officers (Remuneration and Other Entitlements) Act. Formal expressions of interest, detailing your skills, qualifications, life/work experience and any other statutory positions held, should be forwarded to: The Chief Executive, Department of Business, GPO Box 3200, Darwin NT 0801 or by email to ceo.dob@nt.gov.au For more information please contact Doug Phillips on 8999 1805. Submissions close Monday 9 December 2013. D E PA R T M E N T O F H E A LT H
Know your bauxite: 2013 industry report AUSTRALIA is the world’s largest producer of bauxite, accounting for about one-third of global output. Bauxite production in Australia is expected to total approximately 78.7 million tonnes in 2013-14, compared with 65.5 million tonnes in 2008-09, as major mining companies increased output and production. Most bauxite mined in Australia is locally processed into alumina, with approximately 17.7 million tonnes, valued at an estimated $412.6 million, destined for export in 2013-14. Bauxite imports are negligible. There are just three companies in the industry that account for the majority of the industry’s revenue. These three firms - Rio Tinto, Alcoa and BHP Billiton - account for the bulk of production and also use a high proportion of bauxite for their own alumina smelting operations. There are some small firms in the industry that are involved in joint ventures with BHP Billiton, or are small bauxite exploration and development companies. However, these do not currently mine any significant bauxite volumes. The Bauxite Mining industry is expected to generate revenue of $1.8 billion
in 2013-14, up from just $823.9 million in 2008-09. This represents an annualised increase of 17.3 per cent over the five years. However, revenue is expected to grow by just 2.5 per cent in 2013-14, as weaker prices largely offset higher output levels for the year. IBISWorld industry analyst Alen Allday states “export volumes and domestic demand have increased over the five years through 2013-14, while the stronger Australian dollar contributed to significantly higher industry revenue growth since 2008-09”. With higher industry revenue and pricing in the past five years, profit levels have also grown strongly. According to Allday, “industry performance is expected to slow during the five years through 2018-19 as production increases at a slower rate and pricing increases ease. “Demand from China is also expected to increase at a slower rate over the period, as the Chinese economy grows at a lower rate than in previous years.” IBISWorld Industry Report, used with courtesy from http://www. businesses.com.au/.
Health Careers & Opportunities in the Northern Territory If you want your career to go places then join Department of Health in the Northern Territory. The challenges and opportunities in health and community care in the Territory are like no other in Australia, from remote Aboriginal health to tropical health and urban tertiary care. Continued investments in Aboriginal health, remote health, acute care and community services offer many opportunities for health professionals who want to be part of making a difference.
TOP END HEALTH SERVICE PERSONAL ASSISTANT Administrative Officer 3 Remuneration Package Range $58 204 - $62 814 (comprising salary $50 528 - $54 530, superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave)
Medical Services – Gove District Hospital Fixed vacancy available from 28/01/2014 to 05/01/2015 Assist the General Manager/Director of Nursing Senior Nurse Managers and Clinical Nurse Managers in the coordination of an efficient hospital service by providing administrative support including providing an information and advice service to clients, medical and allied health staff. There is no provision for accommodation to be provided for this position. Quote vacancy number: 22656 For further information please contact Kimberley Armitage on 08 8987 0317 or email kimberley.armitage@nt.gov.au Closing date: 8 December 2013
APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants should address the selection criteria and provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees (preferably an email address). For a copy of the Job Description and to apply online please visit www.nt.gov.au/jobs Further information about these positions can be obtained by phoning
TOLLFREE 1300 659 247 Information on the Northern Territory and its great lifestyle is available at www.theterritory.com.au Note: The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice / Ochre Card (application forms available from SAFE NT @ www.workingwithchildren. nt.gov.au) and undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Department of Health is a Smoke Free Workplace
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The Rio Tinto Alcan Bauxite mine at Yirrkala. The mine boasts an impressive 26 km conveyor belt which moves 3000 tonne’s of bauxite ore per hour, from the mine to the refinery. Photo courtesy: Milos Lekovic, Southside Studios.
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COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARTY, SKI BEACH, NOV. 22
PHOTOS: MATT GARRICK
CHRISTMAS came early to Gunyangara (Ski Beach) last Friday, when Santa Claus-Gurruwiwi made a visit to the community and gave presents out to all the local kids. The festive fun brought surrounding communities together for the morning - along with Ski Beach, families from Biritjimi and Galupa took part as well. A joint initiative between Miwatj Health, Gumatj Aboriginal Corporation, the Education Department, Amcal Pharmacy and more, the event was all about celebrating local families. All up, 1000 sausages and 400 rissoles were rolled out for the day, fresh from the local Gumatj cattle farm; leaving everybody happily full of more than just Christmas cheer by the end. LEFT: Santa popped in to say hi to Sharon Gurruwiwi, Kristy and Johnny Dhurrkay. RIGHT: HO, HO, HO: Douglas Yunupingu, Santa Gurruwiwi, Nigel and Gary Yunupingu. BELOW: Santa was a big hit with the kids at Ski Beach.
LEFT: Kids from the community showing off their presents from Santa. BELOW RIGHT: Santa pays a visit to Justin, Dhurrumbuku, Kevin and Jimmy. BELOW LEFT: Natalie Bellew, Joy Bulkanhawuy and Jane Chalmers. ABOVE: Kristy, Santa, Jenny, Bella, Caroline and Helena. BELOW LEFT: Karen Yunupingu and Wayilu Wunungmurra. BELOW RIGHT: Tina White, Valerie Dhamarrandji (with her grandaughter Nikita Yunupingu), Emma Whitmore and Felicity Keller.
Fiona and Susan Cooper.
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Eula Rohan and Dhanggal Gurruwiwi.
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LEFT: Captain Starlight crew put smiles on the kids’ dials. ABOVE: Jade Taylor, Adam White, Shayleigh Taylor-White, Linda Pearse, Lilani Dhurrkay, Kailesha Gurruwiwi and Clades Yunupingu.
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Hearts and hands on deck for Typhoon Haiyan relief
FOR a small town, Gove certainly has a big heart. This beat loudly last week when dozens of community members gave all they could in a huge Relief Drive to offer support to the people of the Philippines who lost their livelihoods in Typhoon Haiyan. Just three weeks ago, members of the town’s Filipino community asked the people of Gove for help in rounding up goods to transport over to affected areas. In just a few weeks, they have been delivered 93 boxes worth of goods, clothing and household items, enough to fill five palettes. These will now be transported up to Darwin and then on to the Philippines. The efforts were coordinated by Gil and Ansel Avila, who said they couldn’t believe how the hands and hearts of Nhulunbuy had reached out for the cause. “The support we got was just amazing,” said Gil. “We did our last drop of goods to the freight terminal at 7pm last Sunday night, and even after then, donations were still coming in.” The Filipino community in Gove consists of about 30 families, all of whom were shaken up by the tragic aftermath of the typhoon in which more than 5000 people lost their lives. Two residents of Gove lost their houses in the storm. Gil said Christmas time was a big event in his home country, but many
Helpers and coordinators for a huge relief effort to help out victims of Typhoon Haiyan: Sione, Tom, Thi, Michael, Rizza, Licita and Gil. Photo by Ansel Avila. people would not be able to celebrate as they would be on the road and trying to rebuild their lives. “To help out, it’s been all hands on deck from Alice Springs to Darwin, and here in Nhulunbuy. We have a lot of people and businesses to thank.
“Firstly, the Gove Community, our friends that helped us in two days packing, Woolies for saving and supplying us all the boxes, Manfield Colair for logistics, packing materials and printing. “The Gove District Hospital Management and Staff for their magnificent
contributions. “Brett McKenzie at TOLL freight for helping us to transport the goods to Darwin. Most of all to people of Gove, for their community spirit and their unselfish response. “We thank you from the bottom of
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Nhulunbuy Community Guide Community organisations Arafura Dance Assoc. Contact: President Lesley Tankard P: 8987 2136 A/H.
Nhulunbuy Toy Library Contact: Lorretta Peirce M: 04130913 127 E: westrett@optusnet.com.au 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 Arnhem Land Bowls Club Contact: Secretary Lisa Pullen P: 0418 609 807
East Arnhem Rugby Union Contact: Eddie P: 0407 002 357
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
Gove Peninsula Festival 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 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
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 Runners North Contact: Vanessa Drysdale P: 8987 8005 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 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
Gove Peninsula Tennis Club Contact: Nicky Mayer P: 8987 2640
8EAR Community Radio (Gove FM) Contact: Michael Stimpson P: 8987 1500 E: admin@govefm.com.au
Gove Golden Oldies Contact: Ria Ngamoki P: 8987 3530
Nhulunbuy Child Care Services Inc. Contact: Maria Akapita (Director) P: 8987 3311 F: 8987 3097 E: nhulunbuychildcare@bigpond.com
Nhulunbuy Regional Sport Fishing Club Contact: Ian Shepherd P: 0412 892 703
Squash Club Contact: Donna Marie, P: 8987 1272 Tae Kwon Do Nhulunbuy Contact: Paul Macloy P: 0407 106 525 TourDeArnhemland Contact: Des O’Sullivan P: 0418 840 957 E: tourdearnhemland@hotmail.com T.S. Melville Naval Cadet Training Contact: Grahame Deppeler P: 0439 033 688
Tide times – Gove Harbour (Melville Bay) Wed 27
Thu 28
Fri 29
Time 0258 0856 1430 2114
Time 0348 1002 1534 2207
Time 0442 1110 1651 2303
Ht 2.51 1.57 2.51 1.07
Ht 2.55 1.51 2.40 1.16
Sat 30 Ht 2.63 1.38 2.36 1.23
Time 0537 1214 1824
Ht 2.75 1.19 2.42
Sun 01
Mon 02
Tue 03
Time 0002 0632 1313 1937
Time 0106 0724 1407 2034
Time 0212 0813 1456 2124
Ht 1.29 2.90 0.96 2.57
Ht 1.33 3.06 0.74 2.72
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 Seventh-Day Adventist Church Ph: 8987 2375 / 0419 465 045 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
Rotary Club Nhulunbuy Contact: Stephanie Freeman P: 0400 172 599 E: stephfreeman@live.com.au Scouts Nhulunbuy Contact: Group Leader E: gl.nhulunbuy@nthq.scouts.com.au
NEW MOON
Ht 1.36 3.21 0.56 2.85
NOTE: these are predictions only, subject to change due to prevailing weather conditions. It is recommended you use this table as a guide only.
W/E Nov 17 W/E Nov 17 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
Monday 11/11
8255
2172
8100
2132
155
40
Tuesday 12/11
6124
1612
7700
2026
-1576
-414
Wednesday 13/11
7408
1949
7500
1974
-92
-25
Thursday 14/11
5951
1566
7600
2000
-1649
-434
Friday 15/11
5670
1492
8000
2105
-2330
-613
Saturday 16/11
5712
1503
7500
1974
-1788
-471
Sunday 17/11
6705
1764
5900
1553
805
211
45825 12059 52300 13764
-6475
-1705
TOTAL
Other Cities Av. Consumption / Head of Pop. Brisbane 270 • Darwin 1100 • Perth 340
Weather details o
our hearts.” Gil also acknowledged many of the other groups working hard for the victims of the typhoon, including the town’s New Zealand community, who held a barbecue outside Woolworths last weekend to raise some cash for the cause.
Temperature ( C) Max Min Rainfall Monday 18 31.9 27.3 NIL Tuesday 19 32.0 24.8 18.0 Wednesday 20 33.4 23.6 1.2 Thursday 21 33.6 24.6 TCE Friday 22 32.7 26.2 1.2 Saturday 23 30.7 23.5 14.8 Sunday 24 30.8 24.7 0.6 Monthly total rainfall to date: 46.8mm
Weather details supplied by the Bureau of Meteorology – Gove Airport from Monday, Nov 18 to Sunday, Nov 24
Mean sea level pressure Max: 1009.5 hPa on Wednesday Min: 1003.9 hPa on Saturday Averages for the month of November Max temp: 33.1 Min temp: 23.4 Rainfall: 44.4 mm
Arafura Times
27 Nov - 3 Dec 2013 – 17
HOSPITALITY STUDENTS’ END-OF-YEAR DINNER, NOV. 16
PHOTOS: CHRIS PARFITT
NHULUNBUY High School treated the town to a tasty slice of their talents recently, when their VET Hospitality students held their final function for 2013. About 115 people attended the night of gourmet food and music, on Saturday, November 16, hosted by the hard-working students who have been busy refining their culinary skills over the year. A three-course meal was cooked and served up by the budding chefs. Hospitality teacher Marlene Organ said the event had been a mammoth effort for the 17 enrolled students, who were busy in the kitchen from 7am until 1.30am the next morning. “This was a huge combined effort from the community. The kids were fantastic; we had a really excellent menu, and the feedback that’s come out of it was that the food was sensational.” The menu included mouth-watering dishes such as carpetbag steak with red wine, Harrisa chicken with peppers and feta and poached pear with cinnamon for dessert. Ms Organ said the hospitality course, which has been running for five years, has given the students life skills that they can take with them while they study at university or travel the world. ABOVE: Hospitality student Nikita Piefke. She put out a big thank you to organisations for BELOW LEFT: Milly McDonald and Abbey Vaggs. BELOW RIGHT: Hospitality students Bella, Kiarra their kind help: Martin Jones and the Walkabout, Pat ABOVE: Alex Parfitt and Danielle Even. Laverty and GIS, IGA Nhulunbuy and Arnhemland and Liam. LEFT: Good Question’s Tayla Edwards strikes a pose. Seafood. BELOW: Students Leilani and Maddy helped out on the night.
Susan, Chris, Brett, Colin, Graham and Louise enjoying the fine fare. LEFT: Martin Jones and Linda Barrett. ABOVE CENTRE: Happy handymen Peter Jacobs and Harry Walker. ABOVE RIGHT: Local teachers Heather McGee, Sue Clarke, Naomi Brennan and Gemma Rossiter. RIGHT: Iris McCormack, Jodi Hart, Sheridan Butler, Damien Butler, Justin Hart and Pete McCormack. BELOW LEFT: Band Pappa Says - Olivia, Kaz and Jenny (far right) with VET Hospitality course teacher Marlene Organ cooking on vocals. BELOW CENTRE: Multi-talented high school band Good Question rock the house. BELOW RIGHT: Rhoda Shine and Maria Slatter.
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Riders wrap season in roaring glory RIDERS rejoiced in the big rains last Sunday, November 24, when they took to the track one last time for 2013, for the Nhulunbuy Motorcycle Club’s last meet for the year. Both Juniors and Seniors held action-packed races on the day, filled with all the thrills of big airs, fast take-overs and the splashing of muddy puddles galore. Vice President of the club Dan Wagg said it was a top way to round off an awesome season. “The club just keeps getting bigger and better, and that’s what we saw this year. “We’ll be looking forward to growing even more in 2014.” He put out a huge thank you to all the volunteers who helped over the season, such as St Johns Ambulance, the barbecue crews, and all the parents who got involved. “And a big thank you to the whole community for making motorcycling as great as it is here in Gove.”
AN THEY’RE OFF: Senior riders on their second last ride of the day.
RESULTS MINI JUNIORS 1st Sam Blundell 2nd Summer McCormack 3rd Evan Twomie SUB JUNIORS 1st Shae Whitmore 2nd Noah Blundell 3rd Matty Gentle
JUNIORS 1st Reid Aston 2nd Jack Haddock 3rd Jayden Wagg SENIORS 1st Nick Munnings 2nd Dan McVeigh 3rd Nick Twomey
Rider gets some air.
Rider takes big air over jump.
ABOVE: Mini Junior rider makes a splash in muddy conditions. LEFT: Junior riders Patrick Watson and Reid Aston. BELOW: Rider busts-a-move mid-air.
Shane Argent with Nhulunbuy Motorcycle Club President Pete McCormack.
ABOVE: Senior riders Dan McVeigh and Nick Munnings with Juniors Josh and Noah Blundell and Jim Laverty. BELOW: Juniors Patrick Watson, Hugo and Louis O’Callaghan.
ABOVE: Young guns Reid Aston and Jack Haddock. BELOW: Vic Hall and Darren O’Dwyer.
Action from the Senior Riders’ races.
Arafura Times
27 Nov - 3 Dec 2013 – 19
WELCOME TO
THE ARNHEM CLUB Checkout our website at www.thearnhemclub.com Ph: 8987 0601 Fax: 8987 0680 SPECIALS START MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 AND FINISH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1
Bottleshop Specials Big Christmas Specials in store!!
*Don’t forget members get double points on all bottleshop purchases, tues/wed/sun/thurs. In house double points for members on stella artois stubbies / yellow glen piccolos / kilkenny pints.
2 FOR
VICTORIA BITTER
HEINEKEN
104
$
STRONGBOW CIDER
2X 6 PACKS
32
$
700ML BOTTLE
BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM ORIGINAL 700ML BOTTLE
2499
$
MUMM RANGE 750ML BOTTLE
4190
$
Plus, losing ticket draws on the hour, every hour Friday & Saturday from 1-4pm where you could win $50 Arno Cash!
Pizza's Are Back!
Every Mon, Thurs, Fri and Sat from 5pm-8.30pm
monday
TUESDAY
pool comp EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT
every monday night from 6 - 8pm
WINNER TAKES ALL
EVERY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY NIGHT
WITH A DRINK
DINNER SPECIALS AVAILABLE
2 FOR
KETEL ONE VODKA
4399
$
MOET IMPERIAL RANGE
4999
$
82
$
GORDONS GIN
2X700ML BOTTLES
68
$
BUNDABERG BREWED CRAFT RANGE
$ 21 82 FRIDAY SATURDAY
2X700ML BOTTLES
$
3x500ML BOTTLES
DRAW JAG the BADGEFROM 5.30PM
Jackpot $1000
FOLLOWED BY...
FOLLOWED BY...
PRIZES FOR THE BEST SINGER!
PRIZES FOR THE BEST SINGER!
karaoke!
68
2 FOR
. . . S U L P
82
$
700ML BOTTLE
2X700ML BOTTLES
BUNDABERG UP RUM
2X700ML BOTTLES
3599
$
WILD TURKEY
$
2 FOR
Also, free nibbles & best bets on Saturdays and the form guide every week.
JIM BEAM
CHIVAS REGAL SCOTCH WHISKY
750ML BOTTLE
So get a beer and a bet at the same time in the same place, the TAB at The Arnhem Club. 2X700ML BOTTLES
5499
$
24 CTN
2 FOR
2X 24 CTN
2 FOR
There have been some great changes to our TAB We now have a dedicated TAB attendant serving drinks and taking bets from the punters and the punters only, from 1-6pm Wednesday to Saturday.
108
$
3 FOR
ATTENTION PUNTERS
2X 24 CTN
2 FOR
Book your Christmas Party with us @ the Arnhem Club
CORONAS
With Bonus Towel
2 FOR
What’s on this week at your club...
karaoke!
JOK ER
PRIZES!
Be here every Friday in the Bar 5-6pm, GREAT to receive a ticket. Drawn after 6pm. Tickets on sale from 11.30am EVERY SATURDAY FROM 1PM UNTIL 5PM. BRING YOUR VOICE AND YOUR INSTRUMENT.
Jackpot $3200
OPEN FOR DINNER TUESDAY - SATURDAY FROM 6PM UNTIL 9PM
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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27 Nov - 3 Dec 2013