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Blue Dog a lifesaver

tion documents - the lot. All that was retrieved were his glasses and the steel WHEN a man’s best friend ‘goes to town’ caps of his boots. He has had to go to the bank, get a new licence issued, find how you know there is something wrong.

Fortunately for Peter Richards he took to gain access to his personal details and note of what his companion, Blue Dog, the list goes on.

“People have been fantastic offering was doing and saw the building adjoining to help out and work has been great his flat was on fire.

He managed to grab his dog, his car giving me as much time off as I needed to keys and his phone and left the building, get things sorted out. There have already the caretaker’s flat at the Nhulunbuy Surf been fundraisers and I really appreciate all the support.

Lifesaving Club.

“I can’t believe the generosity of this Old Pete, as he is more commonly known to everyone in town, has been place although I have lived here and seen the caretaker at the Surf Club for five how much is done for people when there are troubled times. It is not until you are years.

“I had just come home from work and on the receiving end that you realise just usually I let Blue Dog off her chain to go how generous people are out here.”

When he first came to Gove it was for a swim. That day there were three big dogs on the beach so took her inside with for six months. That was 12 years ago. me. I stripped off and was about to hop He has become part of Surf Club and in the shower when she went to town and he works at Toll which was previously was barking in a very distressed manner. Perkins Shipping.

Old Pete has had Blue Dog since I saw the smoke from next door and went she was a six-week-old pup and the outside straight away,” he said.

Old Pete had stripped down to his five year old dog has been his constant underwear and said had he been in the companion.

“I have always looked after her shower he may not have managed to get out in time as by then the place was and she definitely saved my life. She never lets anyone near me after dark swamped in black smoke.

“By the time I got into the car and and if people arrive during the day I can called the fire brigade they were already generally tell by her reaction if they are here. The smoke was thick and black as someone we know.

“People often bring her back from the rescue training equipment burned.”

“The emergency services were all the flats when she invites herself to their fantastic and the St John Ambulance barbecues. She likes visiting the school treated me on the night. They took me in and all the kids there know her.

“A young girl saw me up the street to hospital overnight for observation and Putty has been looking after Blue Dog. during the week and was in tears as she Friends have rallied together and they put thought something must have happened me up at the Walkabout so I could get all to Blue Dog but was reassured when I told her she was OK.” my things sorted.”

Continues page 3 >> He lost everything, photos, identificaBy MARJO HALLOWELL

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THE sharp eyes of a CareFlight pilot and flight nurse helped save four people clinging to their upturned ďŹ shing boat out to sea off Nhulunbuy on Sunday.

The national search and rescue co-ordinating body, Australian Maritime Safety Authority in Canberra, called the CareFlight Top End Medical Retrieval Service King Air aircraft shortly before 2pm (NT time) to help ďŹ nd the four when they activated a distress beacon.

The Nhulunbuy-based CareFlight pilot Ben Ragg used his

aircraft radio to home in on the distress beacon some 15km out to sea north-west of the Gove Peninsula.

Mr Ragg said initially it was hard to see the four occupants, two men and two boys, clinging to their upturned 5.4 metre long white tinny. “We had their approximate position from AMSA, and could hear the beacon, but it was still hard to see the upturned boat and their heads in the white waves of the choppy water,� he said. “They were waving frantically

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Mr Ragg said the two men reportedly bought the tinny the day before taking it out for its ďŹ rst outing.

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Emergency service volunteers brush up on their CPR skills THE ďŹ rst training night of the year for the Nhulunbuy volunteer adult division of St John Ambulance was a huge success said ambulance ofďŹ cer in charge Mandy Paradise. “We invited the local ďŹ re department, the NTES boys and the local Police to join us for a session on resuscitation, “ she said.

“As you can see from the photo, our little room was crowded. A short video was shown of a rescue by the Bondi Lifesavers and then Michael Davy gave an excellent presentation on how to do CPR and use an AED. “Everyone had great fun practising on the manikins and then we ďŹ nished up with the

best curries, made by Michael Davy - maybe he missed his calling as a chef. “The OIC of Nhulunbuy Fire Department Colin Snowden has challenged the Ambos to a game of volleyball in the future and there are more joint exercises planned. A great way to start the year with team building between the emergency services.�

Man drowns rescuing girl NORTHERN Territory Police have found the body of a man who drowned while saving a girl at Elcho Island.

Police said the 23-year-old man died after getting caught in a rip off the island, on Sunday, February 5.

He had rescued an 11-year-old girl who was getting dragged out to sea at a beach off Galiwinku.

The man’s body was located in Galiwinku on Monday morning following a day long search and rescue effort on Sunday.

Senior Constable First Class Travis Edwards from the Territory Response Group said Police received reports that an 11-year-old girl had been swept off Dhudupu Beach at around 1.30pm. “Police, NT Emergency Service volunteers, rangers, a doctor and community members attended and upon arrival, established the

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man had also entered the water to rescue the girl,� he said. “A Police vessel located the girl and pulled her from the water.

She was treated by local health clinic staff and has made a full recovery. “It appears the male had managed to reach the young girl and assist her in staying aoat before he disappeared. “A Police vessel and a plane commenced search operations to ďŹ nd the missing man, however were suspended overnight due to fading light. “The deceased male was located early on Monday morning. “This is a tragic incident where an act of bravery has resulted in this young man losing his life. I urge everyone within the Territory to think twice before entering any body of water. In these rough conditions, the currents can be extremely dangerous.â€?

Court cracks 100 cases in busiest week on record POLICE had obviously been extremely busy over the last two months as the court list for Nhulunbuy last week almost reached the 100 mark.

Some 98 cases were presented at court in front of Magistrate Hiliary Hannam Sergeant Alex Brennan was the Police prosecutor and he said the reason for so many cases was the lack of a court date in January.

There were 69 criminal, 10 domestic violence and 19 juvenile cases and Court did not adjourn until 7pm.

Fourteen of the criminal cases related to trafďŹ c or drink driving offences, ďŹ ve in relation to possessing saleable quantities of Kava, one of supplying Cannabis, numerous assaults including two towards a police officer, two for possessing a weapon in public and numerous stealing offences.

Sergeant Brennan said he believed it to be one of the biggest, if not the biggest, court list for Nhulunbuy Magistrates Court.

NEWS

Surf Club devastated by fire

By MARJO HALLOWELL

BLACK smoke loomed over Nhulunbuy as onlookers stood stunned that the Surf Club was going up in smoke.

A crowd gathered last Monday evening, February 6, as emergency services tackled the blaze that was consuming all the equipment at the Nhulunbuy Surf Lifesaving Club.

Members stood in disbelief as they watched years of hard work disappear as their equipment fell victim to an apparent electrical fault.

The resident caretaker (see page 1) was understandably shaken as he was aided by St John Ambulance and spent Monday night in Gove District Hospital.

The officer in charge of the Nhulunbuy Fire Station, Colin Snowden, was at Hindle Oval when he spotted black smoke coming from the area near the beach and went to investigate thinking it may have been a pandanus fire or a car alight.

When he saw it was the surf club he called his volunteers and two were at the fire station by the time he got there to get the fire truck.

Mr Snowden said by the time a 000 call came through he and some of his crew were already on the way to the scene of the fire. Their first priority was to assess the situation and they created barriers between the building that was alight and other Club assets.

Structures damaged by the fire included the enclosed storage shed, caretaker’s residence

and the kitchen.

Eugenia Road was closed while emergency vehicles were in attendance and the wind helped direct thick smoke away from the town.

A forensic team and specialist fire investigators arrived in Nhulunbuy on Tuesday and established the cause of the fire to be an electrical fault which started at the powerboard.

The fire started around 6pm and Senior Sergeant Brendan Muldoon, Officer in Charge of the Nhulunbuy Police Station said that thankfully no one was injured in the fire.

“The caretaker was at home at the time and was alerted to the developing fire by his dog.

Emergency Services were notified immediately and attended swiftly,” he said.

“Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Units, assisted by local volunteers have done a fantastic job to respond to this incident very quickly. They were able to restrict the blaze to the sheds and residence which saved the main club room.”

President of the Surf Club Chris Putland said this was a significant blow to the club as they lost all the Nipper rescue training equipment and the clubs major rescue assets including their all terrain vehicle. He estimated the loss as being in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“We are already starting to fundraise to ensure there is not too much disruption to our members.”

The insurance assessor was at the club on Friday morning and Mr Putland said they were waiting to hear what the next step would be.

“Once we have the insurance evaluation then we’ll know the path forward.

“Both Surf Lifesaving NT and Surf lifesaving Australia are standing by to offer us assistance if and when we need it.

“I can not thank the committee and members enough. I am totally overwhelmed and very appreciative of all the support.

“On Tuesday, once the fire investigators had finished with the site, they were there to secure the site. Power and water were restored to the other buildings and a fence was erected within four hours of us getting the site back.

I don’t think that would happen that quickly anywhere else..

“We are extremely thankful for the local emergency services. Snogger and his team saved our other assets and we really really appreciated their efforts.

“It is still a dangerous site and will be until the building has been demolished.

“We had our barbecue on Friday night as we wanted to reassure our members that we wanted to keep everything as normal as possible.”

Mr Putland said they wanted to ensure they started the season on schedule at the end of May. Many local groups have offered their help and Mr Putland said they did not want to take anything from the community until they knew where they stood with the insurance.

“We will cry for help if we need it,” he said.

Dave Pettit inspects the powerboard that appeared to have been at the heart of the blaze.

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Pete with Blue Dog. >> From page 1 He tells of the remarkable tales of Blue Dog such as when a kingfisher was in the bar and the humans couldn’t get it out. Blue Dog jumped up and caught it in her mouth as it was already exhausted. She then took it outside and released it as her hold on it was gentle but firm.

Only two weeks ago she was up near the school and was in a fight with four dingoes. A man heard the commotion and went out to her rescue with a pipe to ward of the wild dingoes. When she came home she didn’t have a scratch on her. Old Pete said that fortunately the man intervened otherwise four against one could have had a tragic outcome.

Blue Dog will often go down to the beach and have a swim as the stingers don’t seem to bother her. She has been known to tag along when people bring their dogs for a walk along Town Beach and one lady takes Blue Dog with her when she goes for her runs.

Although Old Pete was saved by his very attentive Blue Dog he wanted to remind people to ensure their fire alarms were always in working order. Had she not been inside then they would have alerted him once the smoke hit them.

“Once an alarm goes off be sure just to get out as quickly as you can as smoke can be more hazardous than the flames,” he said.

He could not stress too much how humble he felt and said his phone hadn’t stopped as people wanted to make sure he was OK. “The biggest asset of this town is the people,” he concluded.

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A downscaled event has been planned for September 1 and 2 and the theme this year is “Australian Resources Boom - Mining and Land Care Management on Indigenous Country�.

Organised by the Yothu Yindi Foundation event organiser Denise Bowden was in Nhulunbuy last week seeing what resources were available within the town. “We had to downsize the event this year because of major works being carried out at the site which had become home for the event. “Key note speakers have committed to the event and there will be further information about whom they will be closer to the event. “Tickets this year will be severely limited and will be available online from early March so we encourage those wishing to attend to get in early. “Programming is still to be finalised and as this is done more information will be available. “Even though we have had to downsize this year we anticipate that once all the infrastructure is completed out at Gulkula it augers well for the future of Garma.

Ms Bowden has been visiting schools and businesses in town to see how they can all work together for the event this year.

For more information visit the Youth Yindi Foundation site.

NHULUNBUY Police have been targeting unregistered vehicles and will continue to do so.

Sergeant Rob Gordon said they were particularly concerned about the number of vehicles that remain unregistered and thereby also uninsured. “Should the drivers have an accident and a third party be involved they may have difficulty in getting any recompense from the uninsured drivers,� he said. “Too often people just don’t think to re-register and we have seen many who have been unregistered for over a year. There really is no excuse as all vehicles carry their own registration stickers which

indicate when they are due. “The minimum fine for an uninsured vehicle is $680 - considerably less than getting the vehicle registered. “Ultimately it is the responsibility of the vehicle owner or driver to ensure the vehicle they are driving carries the necessary registration and insurance. “We are particularly targeting any vehicles from interstate. They are required to have a vehicle registration transferred to the Territory if they are here for more than three months.�

At Nhulunbuy Magistrates Court last week six people appeared on charges of driving unregistered and

uninsured.

Two women, aged 41 and 55, had their charges unconditionally dismissed when they appeared after one said she was told by the Motor Registry they often did not send out reminders.

The Arafura Times contacted the Department of Motor Transport and their media spokesman responded and stated: “Reminder notifications are sent as a courtesy to the last known postal or email address. They are sent within six weeks of the date of registration expiration. “It is the vehicle’s owner, and driver’s, responsibility to ensure the vehicle is registered and to notify the MVR of any change of address.�

Invitation to hit the road Rent scam alert SOME of the local motorcycle riders from the Gove region are once again planning to barge their bikes to Darwin and head off on a road trip.

Ian Dickinson, one of the organisers said anyone who has a motorcycle and would like to experience a road trip is welcome to join in providing they have a bike that is roadworthy and capable of carrying your gear. “The trip will see us venture to Borroloola, Kakadu, Bachelor, Kununurra and several other centres,� he said. “Some camping may be involved but this depends on numbers of riders attending. We anticipate about 4,500 km will be ridden and this will be over a 13 night journey. Last year’s trip was an absolute ripper with fantastic scenery, great mateship and a hassle free trip.

You do not need to carry a lot of gear on your bike as motels/hotels all have washing machines and bed linen. “The idea is that the bikes will be barged over to Darwin via Perkins and once picked up on the Thursday morning we can begin our great escape. This is not a race or time trial. Just a trip that allows you to travel at your own pace and having been bottled up in Gove for so long, a chance for your bike to get some decent road mileage on it.�

The trip is planned to take in some of the best roads and scenery the Top End has to offer. Staying at parks and motels you are assured of a good nights rest and some excellent eating venues. This is a good chance to see the start of the Kimberly region for anyone who has not had the pleasure of seeing it before. It doesn’t get any better than seeing it from the seat of a motorbike either.

If you feel that you are interested there is a meeting on February 19 at 23 Chippis Road, Gove. “We need to know the numbers so bookings can be made at various accommodations,� he said.

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POTENTIAL renters, in particular students looking for shared accommodation in the Northern Territory for the start of the University year, are being targeted in an online scam that could cost them thousands of dollars.

The Commissioner of Consumer Affairs, Gary Clements, has warned renters to be careful when responding to rental properties advertised on the internet where the owner says they are interstate or overseas. “The scam uses popular websites such as Gumtree and www.share-accommodation.net . “Scammers posing as landlords ensure that the offer looks genuine by including photos and real addresses or properties.

The scammers say you can’t meet with them to view the property, usually because they’re overseas, but demand a payment to secure the rental,� Mr Clements said. “Once the money is sent, usually by Western Union transfer, there is no more correspondence from the scammer and the chances of getting your money back is very poor.�

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NEWS On the beat with NT Police Machete attack A 29-yeAr-old man has been arrested following a machete attack that occurred on Bickerton Island early last Monday morning, February 6.

Senior Sergeant Tony deutrom said the man became angered while walking down a street in Bickerton community and threatened a 21-year-old woman with a machete.

“It is alleged that he left the area and returned a short time later, armed with a spear. He threw it at the woman, striking her shoulder,” he said.

“The woman’s 34-year-old brother came to her aid and, as a result, received a deep laceration to his forearm from a machete strike.”

“Police attended and arrested the offender. He was charged with two counts of aggravated assault and going armed in public. He was remanded in custody to appear in the darwin Magistrate’s Court.

“The injured man was taken to the local health clinic and later to royal darwin Hospital to receive treatment.”

Albanese to forgo bonuses as Rio profit tumbles MInInG giant rio Tinto booked a 59 per cent slump in full-year net profit due mainly to a write-down of its aluminium business.

The general manager in Gove was unavailable at this time to comment. However, in relation to rio Tinto’s announcement last Thursday of a fall in profit after the write down of aluminium business, a rio Tinto spokesperson stated the announcement by rio Tinto does not affect the day to day operations at Gove operations.

“The aluminium industry is facing significant short-term challenges in the form of a reduction in aluminium prices, high exchange rate, and lower demand caused by global economic uncertainty,” she said.

“Gove operations achieved positive improvements in safety performance and production in 2011, including our best ever

annual production result of 2.55 million tonnes.

“We remained focused on identifying further opportunities to improve and sustain our position.”

The Australian reported a net profit of $US5.8 billion ($5.39bn) for calendar 2011, compared to $US14.32bn for 2010. rio Tinto said the result was primarily due to an impairment charge of $US8.9bn related to its aluminium business.

The global miner beat market expectations by posting $US15.5bn in underlying earnings for the 12 months to december 31, 2011, up from a record $US14bn in 2010.

Consensus among analysts was for underlying earnings to come in at $US15.3bn. rio Tinto also reported record underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation

and amortisation of $US28.5bn, up 10 per cent on 2010.

Cash flows from operations also broke records, up 16 per cent.

Chief executive Tom Albanese said he felt it was right not to be considered for an annual bonus for 2011 given the acquisition of the Alcan aluminium unit happened on his watch.

Mr Albanese maintained that growth in demand for aluminium remained strong and the company was working hard to improve the performance of its aluminium business.

“Whilst we have today reported excellent underlying earnings numbers, we also have to recognise that we have taken a significant impairment charge in relation to our aluminium business,” rio Tinto chairman Jan du Plessis said in a statement.

Police seize $126,000 worth of Kava at Bulman A MAn was charged for drug offences following the seizure of $126,000 worth of kava on Thursday. remote Sergeant leighton Arnott said Bulman Police received information from the Substance Abuse Intelligence desk (SAId) suggesting a vehicle travelling along the Central Arnhem road was carrying kava.

“The Ford falcon was intercepted by Police at 11.40am yesterday, February 8, approximately 28kms from Bulman,” remote Sergeant Arnott said.

“Police searched the vehicle and allegedly located three duffle bags in the boot. Inside those bags was 80.62kg of kava in 3837 deal bags and 109gm of cannabis in five deal bags.”

A 32-year-old man was charged with possessing a trafficable quantity cannabis possessing a commercial quantity kava, supplying commercial quantity kava and unlawfully supply cannabis to another.

He was denied bail and is to appear in the Katherine Court.

Three other occupants in the vehicle were released without charge.

“This is a significant bust and when sold in Aboriginal communities, could have earned the offender a significant amount of cash. With assistance from SAId members, we were able to intercept, arrest and charge the law breaker in a matter of hours,” remote Sgt Arnott said.

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Senior Sergeant Tony Deutrom, officer in charge of the Alyangula Police station said his officers worked tirelessly in tracking down and charging the men for a number of offences.

“The unlawful entries and motor vehicle offences are disappointing, even more so when all of the matters were directly linked to the offenders seeking access to alcohol.”

“Between January 28 and the February 8 we had a series of crimes committed in the town and Police would like to thank the members of the public who assisted us in our investigations. Information and prompt action by officers will now see the offenders face court as a result.”

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NEWS

Minister visits Yirralka Rangers

Visiting with Yirralka Rangers: Luke Playford, Yumutjin Wunungmurra, NT Environment Minister Karl Hampton and Senior Ranger Yinmala Gumana.

THE visit to Nhulunbuy by NT Environment Minister Karl Hampton gave many local groups and businesses the opportunity to discuss issues that concerned them.

Accompanied on his tour by Member for Nhulunbuy Lynne Walker Mr Hampton visited Yirralka Rangers at Laynhapuy.

He was able to see the huge area the rangers covered and spoke to senior rangers Yumutjin Wunungmurra and Yinimala Gumana.

Mr Gumana said education and training played an important part of the work they were doing. “We get to teach in country Yolngu knowledge and the elders

out there teach and are cultural advisers. “They are taught songs and paintings which show the meaning of country as well as dancing. “Country includes land and marine environments. In Yolgnu they are all connected. “All countries are connected to other countries through relationships with one another.�

Stuart Kellaway told the Minister of the junior rangers project they are in the process of establishing. “It should be up and running by the second semester this year and is part of a two year pilot project,� he said.

Yumutjin Wunungmurra said there is a capacity around our lives and we can see jobs and areas in which we can move forward. “There are school based programmes and by Year 12 students have learnt about land management and are well on the way to becoming rangers. Conservation and land management is taught to students from year 10 to year 12,� he said.

As well as visiting the rangers he also met with local businesses and community groups discussing the introduction of Cash For Containers the practicality of the scheme in Gove.

Groote back on manganese radar ABORIGINAL groups in Northern Australia are again looking at a contentious proposal to mine the seabed near Groote Eylandt, which is rich in manganese.

In a joint statement the Northern Land Council (NLC) and the Anindilyakwa Land Council (ALC), which represent the interest of Aboriginal people in Groote Eylandt and Northern Australia, conďŹ rmed they were re-examining the issue. “At a meeting of the two councils yesterday, it was decided a taskforce would be formed using resources from both organisations to implement the most effective plan for the protection of these waters,â€? the statement said.

Groote Eylandt boasts the world’s largest manganese mine, which produces about 15 per cent of the world’s highgrade ore.

The ALC’s chairman, Tony Wur-

ramarrba, said traditional owners would oppose any mining that had “signiďŹ cant cultural, environment and social impactsâ€? on Aboriginal people in the Gulf.

This is not the ďŹ rst time the issue has been considered by his group.

In 2010, Mr Wurramarrba said there was “complete opposition by everyone who has a traditional relationship with this country to any proposal to mine the seas around Groote Eylandt�.

The NLC’s chairman, Wali Wunungmurra, said on Thursday cultural integrity was paramount to both land councils. “Protecting the songlines, dreamings and traditional values of our TOs (traditional owners) will always come before anything else,� Mr Wunungmurra said.

Mining company Northern Manganese Ltd holds exploration rights for eight of shallow marine terrain and two islands near Groote Eylandt.

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JUDA is a long-term resident of the Nhulunbuy RSPCA. In the past she has been placed but the owners found she was unsuitable to their needs.

Bev Goodchild from the Nhulunbuy RSPCA said Juda needs an active family.

Ideally we would like to see her placed with a family that already has a dog so they could keep each

other company.

Juda is a bull-Arab cross and is about three or four-years-old. She has been at the pound for a long while and gets on well with other dogs as well as cats.

She is one of the dogs and cats available though the Nhulunbuy RSPCA and anyone looking for a pet is invited to call on 8987 2243.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: If you have an upcoming event, please let us know by email to editor@arafuratimes.com.au or phone Marjo Hallowell on 1300 088 000.

FEBRUARY 2012 Wed 15 to Fri, Apr 20, 2012. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club – 2011-2012 XXXX Gold Billfish Tournament.

Wed 15, 22, 29. Women’s Aussie Rules training at Hindle Oval 2 from 5.30pm. Training for match on March 11, International Women’s Day. For 14 years and over.

Wed 15. Nhulunbuy Motorcycle Club meeting at Bali Pavilion at the Arnhem Club at 7.30pm.

Sat 18. Nhulunbuy Corporation Art and Craft Market hosted by Highland Dance Group.

Sat 18. Rotary Trivia Night at the Town Hall.

Tue 21. East Arnhem Land Tourist Assoc is hosting a workshop. The web address provides further details : http://www.tourismnt.com.au/tourism-strategies/ new-strategic-plan.aspx .

Sun 26. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Old natural terrain circuit - 9am to noon.

Tue 28. Nhulunbuy Playgroup will be having a free open day from 9 – 11am. Bring a plate to share for morning tea.

Date to be confirmed: Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club - Junior Fishing Clinic and Family Competition. Clinic Saturday - competition Sunday.

March Tue 6. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club Monthly General Meeting.

Wed 7. Women’s Aussie Rules training at Hindle Oval 2 from 5.30pm. Training for match on March 11, International Women’s Day. For 14 years and over.

Sun 11. Airnorth Ladies Fishing competition briefing at The Walkabout Lodge.

Sat 17. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Peninsula MX round 2 - 9am to noon.

Sat 17 & Sun 18. Airnorth Ladies Fishing competition Sat 24. Nhulunbuy Corporation Art and Craft Market hosted by NPS Year 6 Canberra Excursion Group.

TBA: AFANT Ladies Fishing Clinic - 2pm Sunday afternoon.

TBA: Airnorth Ladies Fishing Tournament - Presentation Dinner.

April Tue 3. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club Monthly General Meeting.

Sat 7. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - working bee setting up for enduro - 9am to noon.

Sat 7. Nhunlunbuy Motor Cycle Club - junior coaching.

Sun 8. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Enduro pony round 1 - 8 am to noon.

Sat 21. Nhulunbuy Corporation Art and Craft Market hosted by Gove Peninsula Tennis Club.

Sat 28. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - old natural terrain circuit, round 2 - 8 am to noon.

May Tue 1. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club Monthly General Meeting.

Sat 19. Nhulunbuy Corporation Art and Craft Market hosted by Nhulunbuy Debutante Ball.

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Severe blow for Surf Club as fire destroys shed

Electoral News

by NT Member for Nhulunbuy LYNNE WALKER THE Gove Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club suffered a severe blow last week with a sudden and intense fire which wiped out the boat shed and thousands of dollars of equipment, along with the kitchen and caretaker’s

quarters.

Miraculously, no one was hurt though as we all know, caretaker Peter Richards lost everything except the clothes he was standing in. Peter is the first one to acknowledge his faithful ‘Blue Dog’ alerting him to the smoke.

Thanks to our local fire service and volunteers who were swiftly on the scene and prevented the blaze from spreading to other buildings.

I know the insurance assessor visited last Friday morning, followed by hundreds of people to the evening barbecue, all keen to show support for Gove’s oldest club.

Hats off to the club’s committee who have rallied stoically

under difficult circumstances to try and keep things ‘business as usual’ until a full assessment of the damage is known.

THE Territory Youth Minister’s Round Table for 2012 has not one but two representatives from our region this year. Congratulations to Year 12 graduate and disability and young carer advocate, Emily Osborne, who has been accepted for another year, and Russell Burns who joins her. Russell’s work with the East Arnhem Shire at Yirrkala will make him a strong voice for all young people including Yolngu.

I’M in Darwin this week with the commencement of the 2012 parliamentary year. As always, my electorate officer, Karen

Cislowski, will be in my office to assist constituents with day to day matters.

I LOOK forward to getting home Friday morning and plan to be at the town hall markets on Saturday morning which will be hosted by a small but determined group of families fundraising for the highland dancers from Arafura Dance, travelling to compete in WA next month.

I’ll be at the markets in a ‘mobile electorate office’ (my red marquee) for people who would like to catch up with their local member. And Saturday night I’m back at the town hall for the annual Rotary Quiz Night. If you haven’t booked a table, you better be quick.

Call for volunteers to represent the Tettitory

How do you know you have been in Gove too long?

REGIONAL Australia Minister Simon Crean last week called for community volunteers to become part of the Regional Development Australia (RDA) committee in the Northern Territory.

Individuals with community, industry or government experience and knowledge of local challenges are encouraged to submit an expression of interest to represent RDA Northern Territory.

“The RDA committees are more than the eyes and ears for Canberra,” Mr Crean said.

“Their input is central to our place-based approach because it will help us better respond to the challenges and opportunities different regions face and enable us to embed regionalism into the way we govern in a way that can’t be unpicked.

“We are looking for individuals with vision and drive - people who are local leaders with diverse skills and experience, who understand the challenges, opportunities and priorities in their communities.

“Members of our RDA committees have strong relationships with their communities and bring a deep understanding of local issues.

A regular visitor to Gove has enjoyed Shelly Tonkin’s observations ‘You know you’ve been in Gove too long’ and Terry Verrall has a few thoughts of his own.

When away from Gove * Yes they do start programmes on time. * The shower cold water really

“The Northern Territory faces a unique set of issues and requires a strong RDA committee to engage with local communities to maximise economic growth, flexibility, diversity and resilience.”

People of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit an expression of interest, which will be considered against the skills and expertise required by the RDA committee.

Previous applicants and existing members whose terms are expiring are also encouraged to submit a new expression of interest.

RDA is an Australian Government initiative which is jointly funded by State and Territory Governments and local governments in some jurisdictions.

For more information on the RDA network, the Expression of Interest (EoI) Handbook and an EoI form visit www. rda.gov.au?

Additional information on the EoI process can be mailed to applicants, please contact 1800 505 938 (Mon-Fri 9am5pm AEDST) or email rdaeoi@ regional.gov.au Applications for RDA Northern Territory are encouraged by Friday, February 24.

Wild about Gove

Wild About Gove is an opportunity for readers to showcase their favourite photos of Gove. There are many opportunities to take some great shots when you are out and about and the Arafura Times invites you to share some of your shots.This photo was sent in by Michael Jeffrey. What we are looking for is a photo which is at least 1mb in size and it can be in either landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical)configuration and at 300dpi resolution.You can email your photo to editor@arafuratimes.com.au as a jpeg attachment. All photos remain the copyright of the photographer.

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Telstra Art Award calls for entries for 29th year INDIGENOUS artists from the Northern Territory have the chance to showcase their artwork to the nation by entering the 29th Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award, which opened nationally last Friday.

Principal sponsor Telstra and the Northern Territory Government’s Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) are urging all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to submit their works for the chance to win the major $40,000 cash prize and increase their national profile.

Telstra Country Wide local area general manager, Northern Territory, Brian O’Keefe, said this was a fantastic opportunity for local artists to put their best work forward.

“Each year we see such a remarkable display of artworks entered into the Award from detailed barks to intricate canvases. The permanent inclusion of the Telstra New Media Award has brought a new dimension to the Award, creating an avenue for artists using innovative technology to share their work with the nation.”

In 2012 the Telstra Art Award celebrates its 29th year and is Australia’s longest running art award dedicated to the work of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.

MAGNT Director Pierre Arpin is at the helm of the Awards for his second year running and said he was looking forward to seeing this year’s entries.

“On the eve of the 30th anniversary of this exhibition, we are thrilled to launch this call for entries. This year, we are hoping to see a rich and diverse representation of work produced by artists from around the country.”

Last year’s Award attracted more than 320 entries from Indigenous artists across Australia, with 61 artists selected as finalists, creating an exciting visual exhibition.

The prize pool for the 29th Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Award comprises the major $40,000 Telstra Award and the following five categories: $4000 each for Telstra General Painting Award; Telstra Bark Painting Award; Telstra Work on Paper Award; Wandjuk Marika Memorial 3D Award (also sponsored by Telstra) and Telstra New Media Award.

Entries close on March 16.

For an entry form contact the exhibition coordinator at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory by phone 08 8999 8203, email natsiaa@nt.gov.au, or visit www.nt.gov.au/natsiaa

Managers of Buku Larrngay Mulka Centre Will Stubbs and Kade McDonald at the opening of the 2011 Telstra Art Awards.

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Seniors captured for prize THE 2012 Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award and Exhibition will be held in Parliament House from Friday July 27 to Wednesday August 15.

The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, The Honourable Jane Aagaard MLA invited Territory artists to enter the competition..

“I encourage Territory artists to celebrate our senior Territorians by entering a portrait in the Award. Many senior Territorians who have been subjects have told me of the immense pride they have felt at being recognised in this way.”

Mrs Aagaard said artists entering the Award have the chance of winning the Government House Foundation Acquisition Award of $7000.

“The Parliament also provides a $2000 second prize and a $500 third prize, in addition to the $1000 people’s choice prize for the artwork that receives the highest number of votes from the public during the exhibition.”

The 2011 winning artist was Mrs Peta Riley from Darwin for her portrait titled Ziko, and features Darwin man Ziko Illic.

Entry forms, including terms and conditions, are available at www.nt.gov.au/lant/parliament/ parliament.shtml, or by contacting the Speaker’s Office on 8901 4159 or emailing LA.speaker@ nt.gov.au.

Grants for science innovation closing soon A ROUND of grants with priority areas being remote and Indigenous communities, desert country, tropical environment and marine is due to close on February 29.

‘Inspiring Australia - Unlocking Australia’s Potential’ is an Inspiring Australia strategy which aims to build a strong, open relationship between science and society, underpinned by effective communication of science and its benefits.

A total of $5 million is available across three levels of grant categories for projects to be delivered in 2012 and/or 2013 and/or 2014. Projects are categorised as small up to $5,000, medium $5000-$45,000, and large $45,000-$500,000. The large grant requires applicants to have a partnership with another organisation.

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COMMUNITY

Students enter into tourist development support

By CRAIG HODGES IN LATE 2011 Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism approached the Nhulunbuy High School with a challenge: would the students be able to assist with the development of a half day tour itinerary and suggest interesting topics for local tour guides to talk about?

If tourism is in part about sharing ‘knowledge of place’ so the logic went, then surely our own students living in the region would have much to contribute.

In the end it was the middle school at Nhulunbuy High School that rose to the challenge and Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism is delighted with the results. Nhulunbuy High School not only embraced the approach made by Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism, but thanks to the proactive support of assistant principal for the middle school Kate Smith, the idea grew into a much larger initiative.

After introductions and presentations were made to year 9 classes outlining the details of a competition to involve students in the half day tour development project Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism went on to assist with arrangements for 42 students to visit the Yirrkala Arts Centre.

The mid-November visit was aimed to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of the positive aspects of the Yolngu community and their culture.

Bukudal School Camps founder Barayuwa Mununggurr spoke to the students during their visit to Yirrkala. He explained the connection he has to his homeland and outlined the various activities and experiences visiting student groups are involved in on his homeland Bukudal some three hours drive south of Nhulunbuy.

Later that morning, Will Stubbs conducted a tour of the art centre and museum with the students. His informative - and often provocative - tour gave the students an opportunity to understand not only the significance of a renowned collection of artwork but often little

Will Stubbs takes students on a tour of the Buku Larrngay Mulka Centre. known details about a number of remarkable Yolngu artists and leaders who call Yirrkala and East Arnhem Land home. The fact that East Arnhem Land is home to two brothers who have both been Australians of the Year took many students by surprise.

More recently, on Tuesday February 7, Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism was invited to attend a full school assembly at the Nhulunbuy High School. At the assembly Lirrwi briefly introduced the students and teachers to their tourism work, outlined the nature of the half day tour development project competition, and went on to award certificates to the prize winners.

Winning the first prize for an entry on the topic of Cape Arnhemwas Hayden Chizanowski.

The second prize went to Monique Gilmore for her work on Pandanus Spiralis which combined scientific information with details of how the Yolngu use pandanus to this day. The third prize winner was Josh Noble who wrote a quirky and imaginative piece about Cane Toads.

Principal Frank Greene and acting assistant principal Ms Smith were also presented with

Barayuwa addressing the students. INSET ABOVE: Winners of the Nhulunbuy High School tourism prize.

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certificates of appreciation acknowledging the positive outcomes that resulted from the project.

As for the future Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism hopes that the soon to be established half day tours in the region will be actively supported by the students’ visiting family and friends and that the Nhulunbuy High School will take a closer look at what Bukudal School Camps has to offer local student groups in furthering their firsthand knowledge of Yolngu culture.

Brumbies visit gove

PHOTOS: MARJO HALLOWELL The Brumbies’ visit to Gove included a visit to the EARU training session on Monday afternoon.

EARU players at Hindle Oval last week.

Serina O’Connor with Anthony Hegarty.

Brumbies Opperations Manager James Brand, Sean O’Connor and Anthony Hegarty.

Anthony Hegarty and Mattie Connop.

Some of the younger players receive a Brunbies cap.

Members of the EARU display their skills during the Brumbies’ visit.

Jivon Forbes get a shirt from Brumby hooker Anthony Hegarty.

Matt Mallard gets his shirt from Anthony.

Aeden Bryce receives a shirt from Anthony Hegarty.

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THURSDAY 16 FRIDAY 17

4:00 WNBL: Highlights: Adelaide Vs Bulleen 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Catalyst 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 The Old Guys 11:30 One Plus One 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Dalziel And Pascoe 2:00 Dragons’ Den 3:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 Mr Bean: Mind The Baby Mr Bean - Delighted to have found his way to a fun fair, Mr. Bean is less than thrilled to have inadvertently landed himself with looking after a baby. 6:30 Planet America 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 (NT) 8:00 QI: Gardens 8:30 Inspector George Gently: Peace And Love: Gently and Bacchus investigate the murder of well-known left wing academic, Fraser Barratt, found dead in the docks after a Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament rally.

10:05 Getting On 10:35 Lateline 11:15 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight: Adam Hills returns to Gordon Street with his unique take on the traditional tonight show - monologue, interviews and top musical acts, plus the added excitement of spontaneous and unpredictable interactions with the audience.

12:15 Rage

5:30 Today 8:30 Mornings 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 Danoz Direct 12:00 Hi-5 12:30 One Day Series - Australia Vs Sri Lanka 4:30 National News 5:00 One Day Series - Australia Vs Sri Lanka 8:30 CSI: Miami: “Tunnel Version” (M) - When the team investigates a death at the bottom of a sink hole, they discover that a tunnel was built leading them to a bank vault that was recently robbed of its safety deposit boxes.

9:30 Movie: “Rush Hour” (M v,l) - When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn’t want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case.

Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves in this action-packed buddy comedy.

11:30 Movie: “Meteor” (PG) - With a five-mile-wide asteroid speeding to earth, an American space scientist calculates that only the combined weaponry from America and Russia can destroy this imminent threat to Earth.

1:30 Spyforce: “Portuguese Man O’war” (PG) - Three highly trained German saboteurs lay explosives on a vital installation in Sydney, then disappear. Spyforce is called in to track down the enemy agents.

3:00 Danoz Direct / 4:00 Good Morning America

5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “Working Girl” (M s,l) 3:00 Children’s Programs 4:00 Seven News at 4.30 4:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue - In Sydney, officers rescue an injured dog left home alone for the weekend. In Brisbane, inspectors are being kept busy with two reports on sheep and a man whose house has been overrun by cats. 5:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away: Irene suffers from pains in her legs, Ruby finds herself on a downward spiral and John loses big when the Resort is shut down.

7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 8:30 Movie: “Forest Gump” (M a,l,v) - Forrest Gump leads a truly inspiring life, with a ringside seat for many of the most memorable events of the twentieth century, such as teaching Elvis Presley to dance and meeting John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.

11:30 Movie: “Catch A Fire” (M l,a,v) - A powerful political drama about a coloured man in apartheid South Africa who is radicalised after being accused of terrorism.

1:40 Auction Squad 2:30 Infomercials / 3:30 NBC Today

5:00 Korean News 5:15 UEFA Europa League 7:40 World News 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Holy Week Pardon 6:00 Letters and Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Coast: The Netherlands 8:30 Singapore 1942 - End Of Empire 9:30 As It Happened: Apocalypse: The Second World War: Shock 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Wild Camp” (MAV s,v,a) - In French. 17-year-old Camille’s blossoming sexuality doesn’t go unnoticed by the middle-aged men at the campsite where Camille and her family holiday for the summer. When she takes a shine to the sailing instructor, the weather-beaten, forty-something Blaise, everyone knows it spells trouble.

12:30 Movie: “Clean” (M d,l) - Maggie Cheung stars as Emily, a singer-songwriter and drug addict, who loses custody of her young son after her rock star boyfriend dies of an overdose.

Emily heads to Paris where she tries to put her life back together.

2:30 Weatherwatch Overnight

SATURDAY 18

4:00 Rage (MA) 5:00 Rage (PG) 6:00 Rage (G) 10:00 Rage: Guest Programmer 11:00 Spicks And Specks 11:30 7.30 (NT) 12:00 Foreign Correspondent 12:30 Australian Story: Road To Nowhere 1:00 Basketball: WNBL: Adelaide Vs Dandenong 3:00 Movie: “From Here To Eternity” (PG) 5:05 Moose In The Glen 5:55 At The Movies: Short Cuts 6:10 Minder: In Vino Veritas 7:00 ABC News 7:30 New Tricks: Good Morning Lemmings: The team reinvestigate the death of celebrated graffiti artist Danny ‘Flak’ Tyler when graffiti claiming ‘I Killed Flak’ starts appearing around London.

8:30 Accused: Kenny’s Story: Cab driver, Liam becomes smitten with a customer. In desperate need of money, he robs the woman’s flat, and is delighted when she contacts him after learning she has been burgled.

9:35 The Jonathan Ross Show: Jonathan Ross presents an entertaining show featuring comedy, celebrity chat and the latest music.

10:20 Ashes To Ashes: Gene Hunt and the team are hot on the tail of a van they believe contains a large amount of heroin. When the Quattro blocks the van’s escape route, the team are faced with a woman brandishing a sawn-off shotgun.

11:15 Rage: Guest Programmer

5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today - Saturday 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Getaway 10:00 Alive And Cooking 10:30 Children’s Programs 1:30 Kitchen Whiz 2:00 TBA 4:00 The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air 4:30 National News: First At Five 5:00 4WD TV 5:30 National News Saturday 6:00 Australia’s Funniest Home Videos 7:00 G’Day Soleil 8:00 Movie: “The Ugly Truth” (M s,l) 10:15 Movie: “The Upside Of Anger” (M a,s,l) - Terry Wolfmeyer has a loving husband and four beautiful daughters but her world is turned upside down when her husband disappears. With Terry left to raise her four daughters her life gets even more hectic when she falls for an ex baseball star, turned DJ Denny Davies.

12:45 Movie: “The Exorcist” (AV v,h,a,l) - When movie actress Chris MacNeil begins to suspect that an evil spirit possesses her young daughter, Regan, she calls in two priests to try and exorcise the demon against frightening and formidable odds.

3:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 3:30 Danoz Direct 5:00 Wesley Impact Summer Series

5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 8:30 Children’s Programs 12:30 Movie: “The Road To El Dorado” (G) 2:30 Movie: “K-9” (PG) 4:30 Creek To Coast 5:00 Queensland Weekender 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Movie: “Indiana Jones And The Raiders Of The Lost Ark” (M v,h) - Barely back from a treasure hunt in South America, renowned archaeologist and expert in the occult, Dr. Indiana Jones, is hired by the U.S. Army Intelligence to find the biblical Ark of the Covenant - the resting place of the Ten Commandments.

8:30 Movie: “Patriot Games” (M v) 11:00 That ‘70s Show 11:30 Movie: “Hey Hey It’s Esther Blueburger” (M l,s) - Esther’s quest to fit in begins when she escapes her Bat Mitzvah and meets the unconventional Sunni and her mother, Mary.

1:40 Movie: “Remember Me” (M v,s) - Jenny gets the fright of her life when her ex-husband begins contacting her after being in a psychiatric ward for nine years.

3:30 Home Shopping 4:30 Dr Oz: “Don’t Poison Your Guests!” - Dr Oz explores the five ways you could potentially poison your dinner guests. Then, Grizz from NBC’s ‘30 Rock’ discusses how ignoring his high blood pressure for 10 years led to kidney failure.

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Night 2:25 Roberto Saviano: In The Shadow Of Death 3:25 What Is Beauty? 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:35 Hot Cities: Meltdown!

6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Monster Moves: Spectacular Spitfire 8:30 RocKwiz: Catherine Britt & Max Merritt 9:15 Mad Men: “Out Of Town / Love Among The Ruins” - In the third-season opener, Don accidentally learns a secret about Salvatore during a business trip to Baltimore. Back at Sterling Cooper, the firings continue, and Pete Campbell and Ken Cosgrove are worried about how the changes will impact on them. / Don is brought in to save the day for a public relations campaign involving the building of the new Madison Square Garden, only to have the rug pulled out from under him.

11:00 Movie: “Death Note” (M v,h) - In Japanese. A law student, disillusioned by the justice system, gets hold of a mystical notebook that gives him the power to kill by writing down a victim’s name. He starts to bring criminals to justice himself by killing them using the notebook. A dark fantasy based on a successful manga series that was a huge box office success in Japan.

1:20 The Jaquie Brown Diaries: The Brown Identity 1:55 Weatherwatch Overnight

SUNDAY 19

SBS 5:00 UEFA Champions League 7:30 Weatherwatch & Music 7:35 World News 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Mother Country 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Zumbo: The Staff Collection 8:00 One Man and His Campervan: Caldicott - This week, the food adventure continues in Wales. A campervan festival creates the opportunity for both Martin’s 70’s classic camper and his Welsh lamb campervan curry to face the judges.

8:30 Feasts: India 9:35 24 Hours In Emergency 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 UEFA Champions League Hour 12:00 Kill Arman: South Korea / Taekwondo 12:30 Movie: “Invisible Waves” (M v,l) - In Japanese, Cantonese, Thai & English. After inadvertently killing his girlfriend, a man flees Macau for Thailand in an attempt to cope with his guilt, and avoid possible arrest. But the relocation doesn’t prevent his problems from following him, as his new friends could be potential enemies.

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4:00 Rage 6:30 Children’s Programs 7:00 NTFL 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Inside Business 10:30 Offsiders 11:00 The Bombing Of Darwin: 70 Years 12:15 Landline 1:15 Dan Cruickshank’s Adventures In Architecture: Power 2:00 The Ascent Of Money: Dreams Of Avarice 2:50 Jimi Hendrix: Voodoo Child 4:05 Radiohead: The King Of Limbs Live 5:05 How Earth Made Us: Deep Earth 6:05 Expedition Tiger 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Grand Designs: Cornwall 8:30 Midsomer Murders: The Night Of The Stag - When a missing tax inspector turns up dead in a vat of cider, Barnaby and Jones must hunt for a ‘giant’ killer within a Midsomer village steeped in bizarre local traditions.

10:00 Too Poor For Posh School 11:00 Movie: “To Kill A Mockingbird” (PG) - A lawyer in a racially divided Alabama town in the 1930s agrees to defend a young black man who is accused of raping a white woman.

1:05 Order In The House 2:05 Grand Designs: Cornwall: Kevin McCloud meets a couple who have 12 months to convert a silver-mine engine-house in Cornwall into a unique and beautiful home.

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5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today 9:30 Pyramid 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air 11:30 Wildfire 12:30 One Day Series - Australia Vs India 4:30 National News Sunday 5:00 One Day Series - Australia Vs India - Wide World Of Sports presents Australia v India live from the GABBA. Join Mark Nicholas, Tony Greig, Michael Slater, Ian Healy and Mark Taylor, James Brayshaw and Richie Benaud for all the action.

8:30 Australian Athletics Tour 2012 - Australia’s best athletes prepare for London. Hosted by Tony Jones and Melinda Gainsford-Taylor.

9:30 TBA 11:40 The Apprentice - The celebrity candidates are charged to produce a TV commercial for a pet-adoption program. Ivanka Trump and CEO Terry Lundgren oversee the project.

1:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 2:00 Danoz Direct 3:00 Newstyle Direct 3:30 Goodmorning America - Sunday 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today - Join Karl Stefanovic and Lisa Wilkinson as they bring you the latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle.

5:30 Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil 6:00 Phineas And Ferb 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 World’s Strictest Parents 10:30 The One - Australia’s Most Gifted Psychic 11:30 Anne Of Green Gables 4:15 Faulty Towers 5:00 Going Bush 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Sunday Night 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line 7:30 The Force - Behind The Line 8:00 Bones: “Prince In The Plastic” (M) 9:00 Castle: “Head Case / Nikki Heat” (M v,a) - When Castle and Beckett arrive at a bloody crime scene, they discover that it lacks something - a victim! The investigation leads to the cutting-edge world of life-extension science.

11:00 Forensic Investigators - Australia’s True Crimes 12:00 The Real Seachange - After a disastrous opening night at his newly bought pub, Max does something crazy to win customers over.

12:30 Auction Squad 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 8:30 PopAsia 10:30 UEFA Europa League Highlights 11:00 Les Murray’s Football Feature 12:00 UEFA Champions League Magazine Program 12:30 Speedweek 2:00 Al Jazeera News 3:00 First Australians: An Unhealthy Government Experiment 4:00 Lost In Wonderland 5:00 Cycling Central 6:00 Thalassa: Fisherman Of Tyre 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Lost Worlds: A History Of Celtic Britain: Age Of Invasion 8:35 The Code: Shapes: Starting at the hexagonal columns of Northern Ireland’s Giant’s Causeway, Marcus du Sautoy discovers the code underpinning the extraordinary order found in nature - from rock formations to honeycomb and from salt crystals to soap bubbles.

9:40 Movie: “As It Is In Heaven” (M v,a,l) - In Swedish. A successful international conductor suddenly interrupts his career and returns to his childhood village in the far north of Sweden. He is asked to listen to the church choir in the parish hall - just to give some advice. From that moment nothing in the village is the same again. The choir develops and grows, and the conductor makes both friends and enemies.

11:55 Movie: “Willenbrock” (MA s,a,v) - In German. An engaging portrait of a middle-class car dealer’s disintegrating personal life.

1:50 Weatherwatch Overnight

MONDAY 20

7 CENTRAL 5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “Natalee Holloway” (M a) 1:00 Dr Oz 2:30 Surf Patrol 3:00 Children’s Programs 4:00 Seven News At 4.30 4:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue 5:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away 7:00 My Kitchen Rules 8:00 Grey’s Anatomy 9:00 Desperate Housewives: “School Of Hard Knocks” - After disobeying the rules of student drop-offs at the front of Juanita’s school, Gaby makes it her mission to get even with a parent volunteer who banishes her to a faraway parking lot.

10:00 Private Practice 11:00 30 Rock 11:30 Special: Ships Of The Desert - A fascinating journey that takes viewers to the Holy Land and Egypt, visiting a Kibbutz, Mount Sinai and The Dead Sea. 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News

4:00 The New Inventors 4:30 Can we Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Catalyst 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Backyard Science 10:25 Science Clips 10:35 Ace Day Jobs 10:40 Postcards From Bangladesh 10:50 Catalyst Bytes 11:00 Landline 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Monarch of the Glen 1:25 The Dreaming 1:35 Annabel Langbein: The Free Range Cook 2:00 Expedition Tiger 3:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 Minuscule: Bzzaping 6:10 Grand Designs: Cotswolds 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Australian Story 8:30 Four Corners 9:20 Media Watch 9:35 Q & A 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:35 Spooks 12:30 Darling Buds Of May: Christmas Is Coming - As Pop is out delivering Christmas trees a mysterious fugitive from justice is about to threaten the Larkin’s idyllic family Christmas.

1:25 With Gilbert And George 3:10 Rage

5:30 Today 8:30 Mornings 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Danoz Direct 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Hi-5 3:30 Kitchen Whiz 4:00 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Panty Pinata Polarization” (PG s) 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: “The Friendship Contraction” (PG) 7:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Wiggly Finger Catalyst 8:00 Alcatraz: “Kit Nelson” (M v,a) 9:00 Person Of Intrest 11:00 Damages: Don’t Throw That At The Chicken - Patty Hewes grills Louis Tobin about his fraud, while Joe Tobin is faced with a decision that will determine his family’s fate forever.

12:00 The Avengers: The Bird Who Knew Too Much - Secret Agent Danvers pursued by a young thug, Robin, makes his way to a field telephone box. As he desperately attempts to contact Steed, Robin fires .... beside Danvers body lies a pile of birdseed from the bag in his pocket.

1:00 Entertainment Tonight 1:30 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 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 TBA 1:30 Dr Oz 2:30 Surf Patrol 3:00 Children’s Programs 4:00 Seven News At 4.30 4:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue 5:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away 7:00 My Kitchen Rules 8:15 Revenge 10:15 Sports Fever 11:15 Parking Wars 11:40 Picture This: Join Ruby Rose and Shaun Malseed each week as they look at the latest films, interview the hottest celebs, and give you the juiciest goss straight from Hollywood!

12:05 Room For Improvement: The RFI team goes up the river to transform a grotty old shed into a living room with a spectacular view.

12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Prototype This: Robot Dog Sitter 2:30 ADbc 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 The Crew 5:30 Global Village: Laos: Along the Mekong 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Mythbusters: Drain Disaster - Adam and Jamie go underground to investigate if a sewer drain full of combustible methane gas is ignited - would it turn the innocent manhole cover into a missile?

8:35 Man Vs Wild: Canadian Rockies 9:30 Wilfred: Bite Club 10:00 South Park: A History Channel Thanksgiving 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 The World Game 12:05 SOS: Kavi 1:05 Movie: “Shots Of Rum” (M a) - In French & German. A bittersweet story of an inevitable phase in family life, explored through the loving relationship between a widowed father and his adoring daughter living in an apartment in the suburbs of Paris.

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TUESDAY 21

IMPARJA 5:30 Today 8:30 Mornings 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Danoz Direct 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Hi-5 3:30 Pyramid 4:00 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 Excess Baggage 7:30 RBT 8:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Ms. Willows Regrets 9:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Willows In The Wind 10:00 CSI: NY 11:00 Southland: Failure Drill / Graduation Day - John’s drug issue worsens as Ben approaches the end of his training. Elsewhere, Lydia is involved in a shoot-out while preoccupied with a teenage victim; and Sammy focuses on fatherhood. / The third season ends as Ben faces his final day as a rookie and contends with John’s increasing dependence on painkillers.

1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Good Morning America 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today

4:00 The New Inventors 4:30 Can we Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Catalyst 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Behind The News 10:25 Australia’s Heritage: National Treasures 10:30 Australian Prime Ministers 10:35 My Place 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Q&A 1:30 Compass 2:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 A Farmer’s Life For Me 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Foreign Correspondent 8:30 The Wild Ones: Kangaroo Mob 9:30 Genius: Hairy Bikers And Jane Moore 10:00 Artscape: Ochre And Ink 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Four Corners 12:15 Media Watch 12:30 Hungry Beast: Captivity 1:00 Thunderheads 1:55 A Farmer’s Life For Me: Nine British couples compete to run their own farm in Suffolk for a year. From ploughing to buying and housing livestock, their first challenge is to choose a plot of land and show how they would run it to turn a profit.

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5:30 Weekend Today 8:30 Mornings 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Danoz Direct 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Hi-5 3:30 Kitchen Whiz 4:00 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Lizard-Spock Expansion” (PG s) 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: “The White Asparagus Triangulation” 7:30 2 Broke Girls: “And The Break-Up Scene” (PG s,l) 8:00 Two And A Half Men: “Slowly And In A Circular Fashion” (M) 8:30 Two And A Half Men: “A Possum On Chemo” (M s) 9:00 Top Gear 11:00 Men Of A Certain Age: Cold Calls - Joe dates two women at the same time and is at odds on how to handle the situation.

Meanwhile, Terry and a fellow salesman compete to sell the most cars by day’s end; and Owen tries to stop his father from discrediting his authority at the dealership.

12:00 20/20 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Goodmorning 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 TBA 1:30 Dr Oz 2:30 Surf Patrol 3:00 Children’s Programs 4:00 Seven News At 4.30 4:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue - Officers attempt to rescue a cow stuck in neck-high water in a dam. Five aggressive breeding dogs are surrendered to the RSPCA and inspectors hope to find four abandoned kittens new homes. 5:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away - Roo takes a tough love approach with Ruby, April and Dex start to rebuild their friendship and Brax signs up for a dangerous cage fight.

7:00 My Kitchen Rules 8:00 TBA 9:00 TBA 10:00 Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior 11:00 Royal Pains 12:00 Room For Improvement 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Movie: “The Lady Of The Camellias” (M v) 2:40 Spaceflies: Orbit: Earth From Space 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Indian Fishing Camp 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? Rod Marsh 8:30 Insight 9:30 Dateline 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Tobruk” (MAV v) - In Slovak, Czech and Portuguese.

A battalion of Czech soldiers endure the horrors of war in the harsh and desolate landscape of the Libyan Desert during the siege of Tobruk.

12:55 Mad Men: “Indian Summer / Nixon Vs Kennedy” (M v) Peggy is given a difficult assignment. Roger’s work problems provide new opportunities for Don, and Pete grows more frustrated. Betty finds a new outlet for her growing dissatisfaction. / On election night, the Sterling Cooper staff pulls a rowdy all-nighter. Pete’s ambitions cause him to directly challenge Don. Has he discovered Don’s dark secret?

2:50 Weatherwatch Overnight

WEDNESDAY 22

ABC 4:00 The New Inventors 4:30 Can We Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Catalyst 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Real Chinese 10:15 La Mappa Misteriosa 10:30 A Table! 10:35 Behind The News 11:00 Rivers And Life 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes 1:25 At The Movies 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Family Confidential: This is the story of astonishing twists of fate behind one of Australia’s most famous faces - Ernie Dingo. His family will open private doors to reveal the true complexity, courage and love that bond and define a family.

8:30 The Straits 9:30 Dragons’ Den 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:35 Stephen Fry In America: Pacific 12:35 Parliament Question Time: The House Of Representatives 1:35 The Hungry Beast: Secrets 2:05 The Clinic 2:55 Rage

4:00 The New Inventors 4:30 Can We Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Catalyst 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 The Trophy Room 2:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 Minuscule: The Stubborn Spider 6:10 Country House Revisited: Black Clauchrie, Ayrshire 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Woodley: The Story So Far 8:30 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight 9:30 Outland 10:00 At The Movies 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:35 Lawrence Leung’s Choose Your Own Adventure: Be The Best In The World 12:00 The IT Crowd: Italian For Beginners 12:25 Movie: “Bringing Up Baby” (G) - Screwball comedy in which a madcap heiress sets her sights on an absent-minded zoologist, lumbering him with her pet leopard.

2:10 Flour, Sugar And Tea 2:35 Courting With Justice 3:05 Rage

5:30 Today 8:30 Mornings 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Danoz Direct 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Hi-5 3:30 Kitchen Whiz 4:00 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Vartabedian Conundrum” (PG s) 7:00 RBT 8:00 Sherlock: “The Hounds Of Baskerville” (M v) 10:00 CSI: Miami: “Match Made In Hell” (M v) - A millionaire is murdered and the investigation leads to an elite dating service.

Ryan goes undercover and poses as a rich businessman to expose the truth behind the questionable matchmaking enterprise.

11:00 Weeds: Roy Till Called (MA l,d,s) - Nancy’s distribution team is bringing in lots of cash, so she visits her accountant Doug who’s worried about repaying the municipal funds he invested in Aguatecture.

11:30 Dark Blue 12:30 Entertainment Tonight 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 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 TBA 1:30 Dr Oz 2:30 Surf Patrol 3:00 Children’s Programs 4:00 Seven News At 4.30 4:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue - Police are called in after reports of dog abuse. A former circus pony checks in for a pedicure and pet cats get caught up in a domestic dispute. 5:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away - Leah struggles to keep her distance from Brax, April is upset with Heath for lying to her, and Bianca tries to reason with April over Heath.

7:00 My Kitchen Rules 8:00 Please Marry My Boy 9:00 TBA 10:00 TBA 11:00 TBA 12:00 Sons And Daughters 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Room For Improvement 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News

5:00 UEFA Champions League 7:30 Weatherwatch & Music 7:35 World News 1:00 Dateline 2:00 Insight 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Indian Healers 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Luke Gamble’s Vet Adventures: Peru 8:30 Arctic with Bruce Parry: Siberia 9:30 Putin, Russia and the West: New Start - The final episode tells the inside story of two relationships: Barack Obama’s campaign to win over Russia’s new President Dmitry Medvedev, and Medvedev’s own complex dealings with Vladimir Putin.

10:30 World News Australia 11:10 Movie: “Days Of Darkness” (Ma,l,n,s) - In French and Canadian. Jean-Marc Leblanc, a desperate middle-aged civil servant, escapes the reality of his mundane job and marriage by imaging himself as a powerful hero in imaginary adventures.

1:00 Movie: “Days of Abandonment” (MA l,s) - In Italian. Olga’s life is shattered when her husband abandons her. This prompts her to fall into a period of self-degradation and self-destructive behaviours.

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12 – Arafura Times

15 - 21 February 2012

CROSSWORD No. 85

SUDOKU No. 85

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ARIES (March 21st - April 20th) Time spent helping out a friend at work may take up more of your energy than you expect.

Your input will not go unnoticed, however.

Romance. Don’t allow yourself to be ruled by your emotions. You need to make an important decision and must wait until you are more relaxed.

TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st) Once you have started a new project nobody will be able to stop you! Your momentum will help you to push through a barrier which has stopped other people in their tracks.

Romance. Your partner may find it hard to cope with all your excess energy! A powerful aspect to Mars later in the week could make you a little tense: do your best to use your excess energy constructively.

GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) A few negative comments this week may sap your confidence for a while. You need to take the remarks in context, however, and not overreact. Romance. A person whom you have known for some time may still be interested in you. They will do their best to pretend not to be interested, but their actions will give them away.

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CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) Be careful that problems at work don’t spill over into your home-life. So long as you try hard to be patient, everything will be resolved.

Romance. You may need a little extra emotional support from your partner at the moment. Communications between you will be especially strong, but be careful not to be too demanding.

LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) Activities which don’t need much money will give you a chance to get back on your feet financially. Some recent extravagances have taken their toll. Romance. A favourable aspect to Venus will give your love-life a push in the right direction. A romantic get-together this week will put your relationship onto much firmer ground after a recent misunderstanding.

VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd)

FINDWORD No. 85

A surprise move later in the week may leave you wondering what is going on. Talk to a person whom you can trust – your other colleagues may not be so quick to tell you everything. Romance. A power-struggle between you and your partner will not help either of you. Do your best to settle a recent dispute in a way which satisfies both sides.

LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd) You may find it difficult to tolerate people who don’t know what they are doing. You won’t appreciate having to clear up a mess caused by someone else. Romance. If you are able to relax properly this will be an excellent week for both of you. Be especially careful not to get into arguments, especially ones involving money. You won’t be in a mood for compromise at the moment!

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SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) At times this week you will need to spend more time by yourself. You have a lot of work to get through and won’t be happy if you are constantly interrupted. Romance. A new relationship may pick up speed faster than you expect. Very soon you will have to make a decision about how quickly you want to get involved with this person.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st) A kind word will go a– long way. Your enthuFor all your printing needs www.lotsa.com.au siasm and energy will be appreciated by the people around you; however you must be sympathetic to people who are not so dynamic.

Romance. A favourable aspect to Neptune this week will improve your powers of intuition, just when you most need them!

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CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) Your ability to spot a financial opportunity will help to bring in some money just when you need it most. Make sure you don’t take any more risks than you have to, however.

Romance. Time spent with someone whom you hardly know could prove interesting. This person may be much keener on you than you realised. Don’t expect any dramatic developments for the time being, however.

AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th)

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Success is never final. Failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts.

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A favourable aspect to Jupiter will help to bring a little more luck into your life over the next few days. Don’t miss an opportunity just because a friend tries to put you off. Romance. Your self-confidence will be especially high at the moment.

You may need to be the one who takes the initiative in a new relationship.

SOLUTIONS No. 85

PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) A favourable aspect to Jupiter will give you the confidence you need to sort out a long-standing problem. You need to deal head-on with an issue which you have been trying to avoid.

Romance. Your partner will appreciate a few words of encouragement. You might not realise how much they value your support.

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ARIES (March 21st - April 20th) Don’t try too hard to create a good impression. You might be feeling a little self-conscious at the moment, and will be worried if you don’t get the feedback you are looking for. Romance. A powerful aspect to Mars will give your energy levels a powerful boost later in the week. This will be a good time to make a new start in a relationship which has been foundering recently.

TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st) A powerful aspect to Mercury early in the week will help to put you in top intellectual form. You will have no problem winning an argument with your superior logic. Romance. Your partner may want to go somewhere that doesn’t interest you this week. You will need to think up a solution which pleases both of you.

GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st)

Your financial situation will soon be coming under some strain. In the short term you can try to cut down on luxuries, but in the longer term you may need to find another job. Romance. You may be upset because of a recent let-down. Another get-together with this person later in the week will be much more fruitful.

CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) Don’t let your family take up all of your time. You need more room to develop other interests and now is a good time to take a step in this direction. Romance. Be careful not to let all the attention you have been receiving recently go to your head.

LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) Time spent talking to a new friend will show you how much you have in common with this person. This person’s advice will help you to sort out a recent dilemma.

Romance. You may have to show your feelings more directly than you have up to now. If you are too subtle, you will not be noticed.

VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd) You may need to push ahead by yourself.

The people around you don’t have as much energy as you, and could be holding you back. Be especially careful of a “friend” who is giving your misleading advice and who may have a vested interest in your failing.

Romance. Don’t lose your temper over an issue that is not really very important. Your partner may be a little over-sensitive at the moment.

LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd) A very long conversion with a friend could leave you exhausted. While you may want to hear how they are getting on, you will not have enough patience to listen to all the details. Romance. The marriage of a person that you know will be under discussion today. You may find that there are some important lessons to be learnt from their experiences.

SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) Time spent worrying about the past will not help you to cope any better with the present. You need to move on and forget about a mistake which cannot be reversed. Romance. Communications with your partner should be very good at the moment. Use this opportunity to sort out any niggling problems.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st) Make sure that you don’t get involved in a situation which could be difficult to get out of. A meeting later in the week will help you to understand things from the other person’s point of view. Romance. A trip away from home will help to inject more life into your relationship. You will both enjoy each other’s company.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) Don’t allow yourself to be lead astray by well-meaning advice. You would be better off working out what to do by yourself.

Romance. A favourable aspect to Neptune later in the week will help you to use your intuition to understand an issue which has been difficult to solve logically.

AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th) A new contact will prove to be a mixed blessing. Although this person wants to help you, and seems genuine enough, there will be some areas of their personality which make you suspicious. Romance. Your own needs are just as important as those of your partner. This week you must try hard to create a better balance in your relationship.

PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) Don’t allow anything to come in the way of a recent promise which you made to someone who matters to you. It is important that you don’t let this person down.

Romance. This will be a good time to heal your relationship after some recent tension. The more you give the easier it will be to resolve these issues.

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Arafura Sea Charters Pty Ltd T/as North Australian Marine & Security Services * Salvage & towing. * Security services specialising in marine based security packages. * Wharf & jetty construction & repair. * Coastal communitity transfers & freight servicing, specialising in difficult access areas. * Marine consultants & logistical services. * Testing & tagging of electrical equipment Ph: 8987 2056 / 0439 289 938 s arafurasc@bigpond.com

Ship Schedules Toll Marine Logistics Vessel Due in Monday 20/02/12 Freight available for collection after 1pm on Tuesday.

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All mechanical and marine Authorised mercury dealer Air-con servicing and repairs Latest E.F.I. scan tools 4 Mechanics, 3 Hoists Disc brake machining Approved R.W.C. inspections Reliable and efficient Full equipped workshop 1 Buchanon Rd. Industrial Ph: 8987 2280 Fax: 8987 8434

Email: bcaworkshop@bigpond.com

Any enquiries please contact our Wharf office on 8987 1482 or the Industrial Estate Depot 8987 2599

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Human Resources Manager Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal community controlled primary health care service based in Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory. We require an experienced, qualified and motivated person to fill the newly created position of Human Resources Manager and help us build on recent initiatives aimed at improving the health of local people in Aboriginal communities in the East Arnhem region.

This position will be accountable to the Business Services Director (BSD) for the effective and efficient management of the human resources functions that underpin the Miwatj business culture.

A Bachelor Degree in Human Resources together with a minimum of two years experience in a similar role OR a minimum of five years experience in successfully managing HR at this level are minimum requirements for this position.

To attract high quality candidates, the position comes with an attractive salary, subsidised housing and other benefits, including salary packaging.

A Job Description and Selection Criteria can be obtained by contacting the BSD on (08) 8939 1904 or email: wenitongb@miwatj.com.au Written applications to: HR Manager, Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation, PO Box 519, Nhulunbuy NT 0881 or by email to wenitongb@miwatj.com.au Submit applications by no later than close of business on Monday, February 27, 2012.

APPLICATIONS WHICH DO NOT ADDRESS THE SELECTION CRITERIA WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

Crisis Accommodation Gove (Inc.) 8987 1166 / 0412 317 925 * 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.

DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE CIVIL Closing 29 Feb 2012 T11-1017 - Katherine Region - Weed and Vegetation Management for a Period of 36 Months - Mandatory Industry Briefing - Inspection on 22/02/2012 at 14:30.

Closing 07 Mar 2012

Specialists in: Electrical and Airconditioning • Installation, • Maintenance and • Service 5 Miller Close Ph: 8987 3666 Fax: 8987 3341

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH MISCELLANEOUS Closing 22 Feb 2012 D11-0506 - All Centres - Pick up, Delivery, Repairs, Maintenance and Cleaning of Wheelchairs, Mobility and Daily Living Equipment for a Period of 36 Months.

Closing 07 Mar 2012 A12-0008 - Alice Springs, Tennant Creek - Provision of Biomedical Engineering Services for Central Australia for a Period of 60 Months - Inspection on 16/02/2012 at 01:00.

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NGD01647-11 - Darwin - Channel Island Power Station - Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Replacement 12KV Generator Circuit Breakers - Inspection on 31/01/2012 at 10:00.

PED01707-12 - All Regions - Supply and Delivery of Mobile Handsets, Modems and Accessories and Act as Authorised Agent on Behalf of PWC for a Period of 36 Months.

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CLASSIFIEDS Gove Country Golf Club

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Position Vacant

GREENKEEPER Gove Country Golf Club has a lovely 9-hole course in Arnhemland, NT. We have a full-time position available for a qualified Greenkeeper. Accommodation is supplied. Applications close February 27, 2012.

Contact Owen on: 0439 898 733 or email: manager@gcgc.com.au

GOVE PENINSULA TENNIS CLUB

Annual General Meeting Saturday 25th Feb, 11am at the Tennis Club followed with drinks & nibbles.

All positions will be declared vacant.

Nomination forms can be collected from the club house or email tennisgove@tennisgove.com.au SIGN UP NOW! 15-17 March 2012

BIKERS OF GOVE

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ROAD TRIP 2012 Leaving Darwin on Thursday, July 26, and returning Wednesday, August 8.

There will be a meeting at 9.30am on Sunday, February 19 at Dicko’s place, 23 Chippis Road.

All welcome, any bike as long as it is roadworthy and can tour.

For details ring Dicko on 0428 897 814

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House for Sale Nhulunbuy Offers Considered.

Lovely family home or investment property.

Tel. 0438 898 222

East Arnhem Rugby Union Inc.

AGM NOTICE Purpose of AGM is to elect a new committee Previous and new members welcomed

Monday, February 27, 2012 Miwatj Health Conference room @ 7pm Please phone Donna Mulholland on 0409 696 632 for any further information

ADELAIDE – SOUTHERN BEACHSIDE SUBURB. $387,850

3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom GOLF COURSE FRONTAGE Home, 500m from WHITE SANDY BEACH. RENTED FOR 2 YEARS AT $450 PER WEEK. Buy Now -Settle in August 2012.

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2012 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Will be held on

Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 7.30pm, NHS Administration Room All parents and interested persons are invited to attend.

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Thursday, February 23 and Friday, February 24 8.30am - 4pm Venue: MIWATJ HEALTH BOARD ROOM, NHULUNBUY The purpose of the meeting is to confirm the minutes of the previous Board Meeting and discuss agenda items.

All members are encouraged to attend For further enquiries and nomination forms, please contact Julie Strauss, Executive Secretary on 8939 1917.

Phone: 8939 1900 Fax: 8987 1670 Postal: PO Box 519, Nhulunbuy NT 0881 Address: 1424 Arnhem Road, Nhulunbuy

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.

HEALTH PROTECTION SPECIALIST SUPPORT WORKER Physical 4 Remuneration Package Range $50 371 - $51 873 (comprising salary $43 728 - $45 032, superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave) Physical 3 Remuneration Package Range $47 909 - $48 998 (comprising salary $41 591 - $42 536, superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave) Alcohol and Other Drugs Rehabilitation Services- Nhulunbuy Two temporary vacancies available for 12 months The Nhulunbuy Alcohol and Other Drugs Service provides a contemporary, evidenced based treatment program reflecting cultural and community needs and provides clients from the East Arnhem Region with access to the broadest range of ambulatory and residential treatment services available within the Northern Territory. The Specialist Support Worker (SSW) positions are integral in providing rehabilitation support to people with alcohol and other drug problems, including support with domestic, educational and therapeutic activities. SSWs work shifts to cover a 24/7 roster (passive sleepover). Selection will be made at the Physical 4 or Physical 3 level depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant.

Quote vacancy number: 212133 For further information please contact Justin Heath on (08) 8939 2900 or 0457 728 426 or email justin.heath@nt.gov.au Closing date: 24 February 2012

APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants should address the selection criteria and provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees (preferably an email address). A full job description can be obtained by visiting www.nt.gov.au/jobs Further information about these positions can be obtained by phoning TOLLFREE 1300 659 247 or email recruitmentjobvacancies@nt.gov.au Information on the 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.

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NEWS

Nominate for drug and alcohol awards OUTSTANDING drug and alcohol workers and organisations will be recognised for their tireless work preventing or minimising harm in our community.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard said, “Every day thousands of dedicated professionals offer their experience expertise and compassion to those struggling with the consequences of drug use. Their interventions help protect public health, reduce crime, and enable users to come to terms with their condition and regain control of their future. If these

are difficult endeavours they are never thankless. Rather our hardworking drug and alcohol workers have the nation’s gratitude and admiration.�

Nominations for the National Drug and Alcohol Awards are now open at www. drugawards.org.au The Awards recognise the many people and organisations doing exceptional work to reduce the harm and impact of alcohol and other drugs in Australia.

Awards will be presented at the National

Drug and Alcohol Awards presentation dinner at the Plaza Ballroom in Melbourne on Friday, June 22.

If someone you know deserves recognition for their valuable contribution make sure you nominate them by Monday, April 30.

Each category winner will receive $2000 prize money.

To find out more about the selection criteria and access the nomination form visit www.drugawards.org.au

Territory invests in health and hospitals THE Northern Territory Government is leading the nation when it comes to health spending and the employment of more hospital doctors and nurses as reported in the Australian Government’s Report on Government Services 2012, Health Minister Kon Vatskalis said recently.

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Nhulunbuy Speedway IMPORTANT NOTICE

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday, March 6, 2012 8pm @ 9 Satral Avenue

The GBC has registered as a Clean Up Australia Day site.

Inquiries please contact Dan Wagg on 0409 679 938

On Sunday, March 4, 2012, any dinghies/tinnies or equipment on the boat club beachfront will be removed and scrapped; unless it is owned by a full member and registered with the GBC.

THANK YOU

Registration is free with full membership. Current members can collect their registration sticker during club opening hours. The sticker must be visible on the outside stern of your vessel.

To Anna, the Bootcamp ladies, Gove Hospital and Marrion Niven.

The GBC is committed to cleaning up its lease area and supplying a cleaner, safer beachfront.

Thanks for assisting me with my shoulder injury.

Your assistance in removing your unused or unwanted dinghies from the beach (on or before Sunday, March 4) is greatly appreciated.

I appreciate all the kindness you have shown to me and my family. I could not have managed without you.

Thank you, GBC Committee

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Haulage Co-ordinator

YBE is located in Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula in North East Arnhem Land, surrounded by the Arafura Sea. YBE works closely with Rio Tinto Alcan Gove Bauxite Mining and Alumina production operations.

YBE is located in Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula in North East Arnhem Land, surrounded by the Arafura Sea. YBE works closely with Rio Tinto Alcan Gove Bauxite Mining and Alumina production operations.

Reporting to the Civil Earthworks Co-ordinator the Civil Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and organisation of the earthworks personnel to ensure efficient operations, maximizing productivity, while providing excellent customer service. The key responsibilities are to:

Reporting to the Operations Manager the Haulage Co-ordinator is accountable for the supervision and organisation of the haulage employees to ensure that KPI’s and operations are achieved safely and efficiently. The key responsibilities are to:

1. Supervise and lead an enthusiastic team of earthworks personnel providing a safe and efficient workplace.

2. Monitor the performance of employees, conduct performance evaluations, and coordinate any training requirements.

3. Supervise the daily running of the section; ensuring work is completed to schedule.

4. Develop and implement work procedures in consultation with the, Co-ordinator and the Client.

5. Maintain and improve Safety Standards 6. Liaise with clients’ supervisors to ensure operational needs and KPI’s are fulfilled.

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3. Co-ordinate the daily running of the section, ensuring work is completed to schedule.

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A salary range from $85,000 -$90,000, accommodation, vehicle, mobile phone and relocation expense will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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The Human Resources Manager Email: natasha.stokes@ybe.com.au PO Box 420, Nhulunbuy NT 0881 Ph 08 8987 0900 Fax 08 8987 0999

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The report shows the NT Government spends $6548 per person compared to $5250 nationally.

The report shows that during 2009/10, the Territory employed 1.7 hospital doctors per 1000 people, one of the highest in the country. The national figure was 1.4.

The number of hospital nurses employed in the Territory during that period outstripped other jurisdictions with 6.7 per 1000 people. Nationally, the figure was 5.1 nurses. “The Northern Territory Government is continuing to improve our health system by providing affordable, quality and accessible health care, and this report shows that the Territory is leading the way across the nation,� Mr Vatskalis said. “The NT Labor Government is committed to improving the health status of all Territorians, increasing health funding by 149 per cent since coming into Government in 2001. “The NT employs the most hospital staff in Australia, around 14.9 per 1000 compared to Australian average 11.3 per 1000. “Additionally, the report again confirms the Territory Government spends more than any other Australian jurisdiction on its public hospitals.�

The report also found the NT to have the most public hospital beds per weighted population in Australia. In 2009-10, NT had 3.1 public hospital beds per 1000 population, above the national average of 2.6 beds.

Mr Vatskalis said the NT Government had made huge inroads in Indigenous health outcomes, particularly with Indigenous infant mortality rates having halved since 2000. “We are making real progress on Indigenous health outcomes in the Territory, and while we know there is more to do, we have certainly made positive strides with the report showing a decrease from 22.9 infant deaths to 11.4 deaths per 1000.�

The Northern Territory also has the best access to dental services in Australia with 12 dentists per 100 000 population compared to national average of 7.7.

We have more than double the number of dentist per 100 000 population than Tasmania (5.5 per 100 000) and more people access public dental than nationally.

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Rotary keen for new members

Leanne and Pino Parise were selling tickets for the Rotary trivia night on Saturday.

NHULUNBUY Rotary Club is on the lookout for prospective members.

The service club is hosting one of its annual fundraisers, a trivia night, and is always on the lookout for people to joining the local club and help community organisations.

The local club is part of Rotary International which is on the verge of reducing polio worldwide through their fundraising efforts. Rotary is also very active during worldwide disasters and has a number of global causes. There is also a youth exchange programme.

New members are welcome to come

along to regular meetings or come along to assist at fundraising events.

The trivia night is on Saturday night and tickets are available at the newsagency and the pharmacy and are $25 per player. Tables are for six players and over the years they have assisted many needy causes with last year’s funds going towards disaster relief.

There is a limit of 25 tables and there is a full bar available. Bring your own snack food.

The doors open at 7pm and heads down is at 8pm.

Reporter found dead in Aceh while journalist arrested in West Papua REPORTERS Without Borders is concerned by a series of media freedom violations in Indonesia in the past few days. At the same time, it has learned of the death of Darma Sahlan, a journalist working for the weekly Monitor Medan, whose body was found in Lawe Two, in Aceh province (in the north of the island of Sumatra), on 5 February.

“We offer our condolences to Sahlan’s family and we urge the authorities to do everything possible to shed light on his death, and to not rule out the possibility that he was murdered in connection with his work,” Reporters Without Borders said. “They must also do what is necessary to guarantee the safety of journalists and freedom of information. We are very worried by the problems for journalists throughout the country and in West Papua in particular.”

Sahlan’s body was found in a ditch near his motorcycle.

The cause of death is not clear. His wife told Serambi Indonesia that she thought he was murdered and that the body was then placed in the ditch where he was found.

She said there were lacerations and other injuries on the body. She also reported that he had a heated phone conversation with someone a month ago about one of his stories.

The police are investigating his death. According to an autopsy, he sustained a blow to the head from a blunt object and injuries to the face. Skid marks were also found near the body.

Petr Zamecnik, a Czech journalist working for Fincentrum, was arrested on 8 February after photographing a pro-independence demonstration in Manokwari, in West Papua province. A local police spokesman said Zamecnik

had entered the country on a tourist visa and claimed to be doing a report on places of interest to tourists but was unable to prove this. He has been transferred to the immigration authorities, who are to decide if he will be deported.

Andri Jufri, a young Indonesian journalist working for Kompas TV, was beaten up by members of a motorcycle gang as he was returning home on the evening of 5 February in Makassar, the capital of South Sulawesi province. He sustained injuries to the face and body, and his glasses, helmet and motorcycle were damaged.

The VIVAnews website said Makassar’s gangs do not like journalists covering the illegal motorcycle races they organize.

Blocking Twitter accounts The Minister of Communication and Information Technologies has meanwhile announced that anonymous and “offensive” Twitter accounts will be blocked.

He gave no details but Indonesia’s Information and Electronic Law provides for sanctions for blasphemy, fraud, threats, pornography and gambling. Indonesia’s 55 million Internet users take a great interest in social issues including corruption and sectarian violence.

Indonesia is ranked 146th out of 179 countries in the latest Reporters Without Borders press freedom index. In the troubled West Papua region, at least two journalists were killed, five were kidnapped and 18 were attacked in 2011. Foreign journalists who want to visit the region must apply in advance to the Information Ministry for accreditation, which takes time, and they must agree to be accompanied if they obtain it. Only three were allowed to visit West Papua last year.

Nhulunbuy Community Guide Community organisations Arafura Dance Assoc.

Contact: Liz Stephenson P: (08) 89870282 (B/H) or (08) 89873863 (A/H) or Rachel Wallis 0427 329 659

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 Gun Club Contact: President, Grub Stevens E: grub.gove@bigpond.com Arnhem Land Bowls Club Contact: Isobel Murray P: 0435 822 107, 8987 2120

East Arnhem Land Tourism Association Contact: John Tourish P: 8939 2000

Arnhem Writers Contact: Ian Maclean Ph: 0417 601 490

East Arnhem Rugby Union Contact: Eddie P: 0407 002 357

Auskick Contact: Cameron Knight P: 0488 508 577

8EAR Community Radio (Gove FM) Contact: Churyl Scheppard P: 8987 1500

Australian Breastfeeding Association Contact: Meaghan Kennedy P: 0438 175 260 Helpline:1800 686 2686 nhulunbuyba@gmail.com

Gove 8 Ball Contact: Adam White P: 0438 809 620

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

Nhulunbuy Community Neighbourhood Centre Contact: Michelle Lowth P: 8987 2191 M: 0488 556 949

Gove Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club Contact: Chris Putland P: 8987 8083

Nhulunbuy Child Care Services Inc. Contact: Tracey Chrzanowski P: 8987 3311

Gove Peninsula Tennis Club Contact: Nicky Mayer P: 8987 2640 Gove Touch Footy Contact: Bec Thomson E: secretarygtouch@hotmail.com Gove Volleyball Assoc.

Contact: Fred Rowe - Pres P: 0417 080 579 fredntash@froggy.com.au Junior 8 Ball Contact: Marian Richter P: 0402 355 499

Gove Astronomy Club Contact: Ian Maclean P: 0417 601 490

Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre P: 8987 1701 E: art@yirrkala.com

Gove Peninsula Festival Contact: Ian Maclean Astronomy: goveastronomers@ yahoo.com.au GPF: govefestival@yahoo.com.au Arnhem writers: ian@ askthescienceguru.com

Gove Golden Oldies Contact: Ria Ngamoki P: 8987 3530

Nhulunbuy BMX Club Inc Contact: Donna Leahy, Secretary P: 0424 954 600 Nhulunbuy Regional Sport Fishing Club Contact: Jason Bourke P: 0409 764 623

Gove Netball Assoc.

Contact: Helen Clark - Pres P: 8987 3728 M: 0438 873 728

Oasis Play Time: Contact: Andi Bracey. P: 8987 1766

Time 0123 0759 1405 2006

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Ht 3.32 0.98 2.79 1.32

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Fri 17

Time 0210 0858 1514 2059

Time 0307 1008 1649 2208

Ht 3.25 1.04 2.56 1.55

Sat 18 Ht 3.14 1.09 2.42 1.74

Time 0416 1125 1830 2329

Ht 3.05 1.09 2.44 1.82

Sun 19

Mon 20

Tue 21

Time 0533 1250 1951

Time 0104 0653 1404 2046

Time 0220 0806 1458 2126

Ht 3.03 1.02 2.57

Ht 1.78 3.09 0.92 2.73

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: Noon to 2.30pm at Common Room, Uniting Church. Ph: 0434 059611 or 8987 8268.

Queens Bus (Variety NT) Contact: Angie Moyle P: 0408 838 498 or Facebook us at: Queens - Variety NT

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Brother Forbes 0428 767 616 – Sunday 10am.

WATER CONSUMPTION TABLE

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W/E Jan 22 W/E Jan 22 Variance Actual Usage Target Usage

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Total Per head Total Per head Total Per head Kilolitres of Pop: Lt Kilolitres of Pop: Lt Kilolitres of Pop: Lt

Monday 16/01

Scouts Nhulunbuy Contact: Karen Coyle P: 8987 2783

Tuesday 17/01

Squash Club Contact: Donna Marie P: 8987 1272

Thursday 19/01

Tae Kwon Do Nhulunbuy Contact: Paul Macloy P: 0407 106 525

Saturday 21/01

Ht 1.64 3.20 0.82 2.87

NOTE: these are predictions only, subject to change due to prevailing weather conditions. It is recommended you use this table as a guide only.

Wednesday 18/01

Friday 20/01

Sunday 22/01

T.S. Melville Naval Cadet Training Contact: Arnie Kokkin P: 8987 2562

Tide times – Gove Harbour (Melville Bay) Wed 15

Seventh-Day Adventist Church Ph: 8987 2375 / 0419 465 045

Old Codgers: Contact: Shane Ogg P: 0423 172 139

Rotary Club Nhulunbuy Contact: Barry Fleming, President P: 0417 768 147

Nhulunbuy Amateur Swimming Club Contact: Steve Dowzard P: 0417 833 060

Gove Junior Rugby Contact: Jon Regan P: 8987 8094

Northern Territory Emergency Service P: 0427 392 264

RSPCA: Contact: Bev Goodchild P: 8987 2243

MOPS Contact: Christie Giles P: 8987 2227

Gove Junior Football Club Contact: David Hill M: 0438 861 599

Nhulunbuy Speedway Contact: Dan Wagg P: 0409 679 938

OASIS Christian Assembly Pastor Phil Sampson – Ph: 8987 1522 / 8987 1369

Runners North Contact: Vanessa Drysdale P: 8987 8005

Make-A-Wish(r) Aust.

Contact: Kendall Kenway Gove Branch President P: 8987 8289

Gove Game Fishing Club Contact: Ian Dickinson P: 0428 897 814

Nhulunbuy Child Care Centre P: 8987 3311 E: jaklwill@bigpond.com

Church services

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Father Barry Hanson – Ph: 8987 1533 Vigil Saturday 6.00pm, Sunday Service 8.30am

TOTAL

Other Cities Av. Consumption / Head of Pop. Brisbane 270 • Darwin 1100 • Perth 340

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Please note that due to unforseen circumstances, the usual Water Consumption Table was unavailable at the time of our going to press. Nhulunbuy Corporation Ltd and the Arafura Times apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Temperature ( C) Max Min Rainfall Monday 6 34.6 27.9 NIL Tuesday 7 33.8 25.7 NIL Wednesday 8 32.2 24.9 14.0 Thursday 9 33.7 23.8 30.2 Friday 10 34.3 21.8 NIL Saturday 11 33.3 20.1 NIL Sunday 12 31.2 23.3 NIL Monthly total rainfall to date: 50.8mm

Weather details supplied by the Bureau of Meteorology – Gove Airport from Monday, Feb. 6 to Sunday, Feb. 12

Mean sea level pressure Max: 1012.3 hPa on Sunday Min: 1001.1 hPa on Monday Averages for the month February Max temp: 31.3 Min temp: 24.5 Rainfall: 295.4mm

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BMX riders saddle up in Perth

By DAVE BAXTER AFTER a late afternoon flight the BMX squad touched down in Perth just in time to see what extreme weather the city can dish up with a heat wave in full swing.

The coaches organised the truck and mini bus and it’s time to hit the road to find the camp for the next couple of days. After the usual camp set up it was time to hit the sack and there were some very tired campers.

Wednesday and after the usual bike preparation there was training this morning at Hills which is a local track with Jade the BMX coach refining some of the techniques that the riders are going to be using in Bunbury and as the heat is quite bad again today the team are going to cool of at the local beach before returning to the track for a race meet that night. Thursday was training again at another local track at Wanneroo with Jade and then a cool off afternoon and recovery session at Hillary’s wharf where they got to have some fun on the water slides there.

Friday they travelled to Bunbury where they are staying at the Eden scout camp. These types of camps are the perfect place for sporting groups to stay as the pricing is very reasonable and they have all the facilities there so all meals can be prepared and served and everyone is all together which helps to build the team atmosphere.

The track at Bunbury had most of the squad getting their first look at one of the most technical tracks in Australia. Only being a couple of years old it has all the latest features and a five metre high start hill which, looking from the top, would be quite daunting racing flat out to the bottom. It was an open practice in the afternoon and the Territory team had time booked on the track

for a private training session which was going to be invaluable for the weekends racing. Although things were about to change for the worse for a couple of riders when they were getting a bit too adventurous on some of the more challenging jumps and they came to grief. One rider from Darwin has a broken wrist and he is out for the weekend and likely the next month or so but the other rider also from Darwin wasn’t as lucky if that is the right wording. He has a much more severe break and it looks like he will have to go back to hospital to have more surgery which is very unfortunate. Saturday’s racing came round and another local rider came to grief in practice and had to sit the rest of practice out nursing some very bad grazing down one leg and some bruising to the ribs. He wasn’t going to miss his time trial but that was as far as his weekend was going as his injuries were making it too hard to ride. The rest of the squad were having better luck posting some very good lap times on a very difficult track. Judging by some of the moto times a lot of riders were having a difficult time and the first aid attendants were kept busy all day.

Sunday was going to be a short day as the weather was turning for the worse with wind gusts up around the 20 knots and the first time trials were completed when the chief race commissarie decided it was to dangerous for the riders. It was then decided to run another time trial and the points awarded on both these used to determine a round winner in each division. That then was pretty well the end of the tour. All that was left to do was pack up all the bikes again for the last time and head back to Perth to fly out on Monday.

Monday had the team at Perth airport and going their separate

ways, some heading to Darwin, some back to Alice Springs and the odd rider back to Nhulunbuy. I’m sure all the riders want to thank Andy and all the coaches for such a great job they have done. All the parents that helped along the way and their parents for letting them have the opportunity to participate in such a great trip. I’m sure it won’t be long and most of them will be back into training at their home tracks preparing for the next rounds of the Champ Bikz, the ACT state titles and then the national titles which this year are being contested at Mt Gambier in South Australia.

Some time to relax for the riders.

Riders are concentrating ready for the start.

The WA track.

The NT team in Perth.

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BMX track in Perth as part of the national circuit.

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Gove kids get a kick out of Brumby visit

Sean ‘Ocker’ O’Connor with Brumbies player Anthony Hegarty and Brumbies Operationas Manager James Brand. Photo: MARJO HALLOWELL. RIGHT: NPS Students with Brumbies hooker, Anthony Hegarty.

SCHOOL kids around the Gove Peninsula had a visit by Brumbies player Anthony Hegarty last week.

He was accompanied by NTRU Indigenous Rugby Development Officer Mattie Connop and Brumbies operations manager James Brand as they visited the three schools in town and also went out to Yirrkala seeing 120 kids.

As well as visiting the schools they also met members of East Arnhem Rugby League at Hindle Oval where they watched the team play and offered them some comments on their play.

Hegarty said he was struggling with the humidity in the Top End. He had played in the first trial in Darwin on the previous weekend and the team was then heading to

Cairns where they played another trial against the Queensland Reds last Saturday night..

He noted the players here were conditioned to the weather. He said, “Hard tackles and hard defence all win tackles.”

Hegarty, 24, played rugby league from six-years-old and switched to rugby union when he was 13. He played in the St George League, with

Queanbeyan Whites and for Manly in the Shute Shield. He also played in the Australian Schoolboys U18.

The hooker urged players to follow their dreams and to dream big.

He said it was great to be able to let the kids get the feel of Rugby and watch them go through the drills The Brumbies have a three year agreement with the NT Government which sees them playing in the NT

and visiting remote communities.

Last Monday, as well as sending a player to Nhulunbuy, other players also visited the Tiwi Islands and Jabirua.

They handed out posters to the primary school and three EARU players received a shirt.

A signed shirt from the team was also presented to coach, Sean ‘Ocker’ O’Connor for the EARU.

Ladies get ready for the 2012 Airnorth Fishing Classic

THE 2012 Airnorth Ladies Fishing Classic is set down for March 17 and 18.

Their will be a briefing clinic held at the Walkabout Lodge on March 11. The competition the following weekend will start with lines in at 7am and out at 5pm with weigh stations at the Gove Boat Club, Big Bromby and BanuBAnu. Teams can be two, three or four ladies, however, the skipper of the boat can be either male or female.

Nomination forms are available at Gove Tackleworld.

The cost is $80 for an adult member, $100 for a non-member and a junior (under 16) is $60. Ladies who fished the competition last year are current members and organisers have a database print out for anyone who may not remember.

Last year 106 ladies entered the competition and organisers are hoping to exceed that number this year. The catch, measure, photograph and release conditions were imposed for the first time last year and proved very popular with the anglers.

Nhulunbuy Christian College students with Anthony Hegarty.

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info@thearnhemclub.com.au  www.thearnhemclub.com.au  Ph: 8987 0601  Fax: 8987 0680

WHAT’S ON Join us on Sunday, February 19 at our

Family Sunday Session

All welcome at our fundraiser for the Surf Club fire  Live Music  Games for all  Gold Coin the Kids Donation to get in  Raffles Come down to the Arnhem Club and support Pete Richards, who has lost his home and all his worldly goods.

@ TAC…

BADGE DRAW Last weeks $3000 Jackpot went off!

Don’t miss out! This Thursday from 5.30pm

Heaps of prizes on the wheel!

Kools Takeaway Open from midday, every day

$10 Bar Meal Specials Every Monday & Tuesday

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT

GRANT’S BACK! LIVE MUSIC…

DARTS

Friday & Saturday, February 17 & 18 

OPEN 7 NIGHTS FROM 6PM

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Lunch Wednesday to Sunday, from 12 noon (reservations advised)

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ALL FUNCTIONS CATERED FOR

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AHA Harbottle Gold Plate Award

Arnhem Club “Bottle O” Bottleshop Specials Specials start Monday, February 13  Finish Sunday, February 19

Corona stubs carton

$6299

Tooheys Extra Dry stubs carton

$5099

Hahn Super Dry 3.5% stubs carton

$4699

Carlton Mid 30 pack cans carton

$4499

5 Seeds Cider carton

Bundy & Cola cans 24 pack cube

$4499 carton $7899

The Arnhem Club: Members and bonafide guests in the company of a member are welcome. Only financial members may purchase from the bottleshop.

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Koo Bar

7 DAY Tuesday