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Wind in sails for 2012 at Boat Club

Neal Baulch (Notch) competes in the opening event of 2012 at the Gove Boat Club with San Sousi. By MARJO HALLOWELL THE start of the race marked the start of this year’s sailing calendar and the weather was ideal. As the Gove Boat Club reaches a membership of 300 a revitalised club is moving forward in jibs and tacks. The first race for the year saw six boats compete in the now fortnightly sailing race around the islands. Magic was first past the line and being part of the crew was magic as it seemed to fly along the water. The Gove Boat Club is ready for an exciting year of activities and has been re-focusing on being a family club and this is proving to be very successful.

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Last year it was closed for some major cleaning and maintenance and the main overhaul was how people saw the club. Now open four days a week with meals for families available it is becoming a club where people can come and relax and children can climb the huge shade tree that provides shelter for their area. A new manager has taken the helm after sailing up the east coast of Australia and dropping anchor in Gove Harbour. Rob Watts and his wife, Alilah, arrived a month ago and have been busy ensuring the smooth running of the club. Members are actively involved working within the club as it re-establishes itself. With membership now almost 300 Mr Watts

said it was encouraging to see that it is the best it has been for almost a decade. “This is a fantastic bay to sail in,” said Mr Watts who has been sailing since he was eight as a sea scout in Victoria. “We set off on an adventure six months ago and saw this job advertised and felt it was perfect for us. “Magic is my fourth multi hulled boat and I built it myself. It took 18 months to get in the water and then 10 years to finish it off.” An electronics technician he has worked with many top named entertainers throughout Australia and has chosen the slower pace of Gove as his home for the next couple of years. “I looked at coming up to Gove many years

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ago but never made it. When I saw this job advertised I jumped at the opportunity. “I can see the club has a great future and we will keep encouraging families and young people to go sailing. “At present we are open four days a week but we do have the capacity to expand should demand dictate we do so.” Mr Watts sailed in the race with eight crew as the club encourages people to go out on the water and his 17 metre (57’) catamaran was more than capable of having a few extrasTHIRS on board. All members need to do is turn up on the day and express a desire to join in the racing and can generally be placed on a crew. Race results will be published in next week’s Sport section.

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Rio general manager moves on AFTER just over three years in Gove the general manager of Rio Tinto Alcan in Gove is moving on. Julio Costa took on the role of the general manager when Rio bought the plant from Alcan. Now he feels he is ready for a change and has been appointed to the Rio Tinto Energy plant in Mozambique and leaves Gove this week. This is a coal mine and having worked in the bauxite alumina ﬁeld for 20 years he felt it was time for a change and a new challenge. The mine is in the process of being established so he will be working with a crew of 3000 in the set up stage of the development. The mainly Portuguese speaking population will give him the opportunity to again use his mother tongue. With his two adult children living in Perth he and his wife, Marisa, plan to return to Australia as they became Australian citizens while they were here. Mr Costa said he would really miss the community in Gove. “Life here is very laid-back and time is a little slow. It is a great place to live. “Looking back I wish I had spent more personal time being more involved with community events, other than as representing Rio,” he said. “I enjoyed playing soccer, the real football, while I was here and also enjoyed running. “I hope to be able to take some of the aspects of living here with me to Mozambique, especially when it comes to helping out in the

community on a more personal level.” The mine he will be working in is at Tete which is near the Zimbabwe border. There is a population of 300 000 there so it is somewhat larger than Gove. He will be a FIFO (fly in fly out) with Marisa remaining at their home in Mabuto the capital with a population of four million. He said he indicated his willingness to do something different in the middle of last year and was pleased he had been given this opportunity. They expect to see a lot of ex-patriots in Mabuto as they are well represented there with a number of mining companies operating there. Of his achievements while in Gove he said the Sustainable Safety programme was probably the one which he rated the highest. “This has empowered the employees to take control of their own safety by implementing projects specific to their own fields of expertise regardless of what level they work at. There have been many changes made to ensure the safety of all the workers. It has given them the capacity to prepare for good implementation of resolutions.” A good platform for the future is what has also been established and he sees the plant operating long after the bauxite being mined here runs out. “I also believe we have improved government relations during the last few years and ensured the operations remain transparent. “I feel confident I am leaving the operation in good hands as we have the right team

with a great leadership and a great core of employees. They are the right people to address issues throughout the transition. “It says a lot for the operation that we are still able to attract new employees from throughout the country.” Having worked in Gove Mr Costa has learnt much of Australian history, especially in relation to the indigenous history. “I have learned much about Land Rights and had the opportunity and capacity to learn about the Traditional Owners. This is something that will stay with me for the rest of my life and I will miss the possibility to stay here and learn more.” The new general manager is Frank Willsdon who has worked for the last 30 years in the petro chemical industry internationally. Mr Costa said he was conﬁdent he would be a beneﬁt to the operation and they had had several weeks working together so the transition would be smooth ensuring consistency throughout the process. He said one of the most outstanding features of the staff is their respect for which he was grateful. “I’ve upset some people throughout the years but always had their respect. People here are not judgmental and they give everyone a fair go. “I admire and respect what the employees do both at work and through their personal lives. It is this inspiration and encouragement that I hope to take with me and utilise to make a difference to the people of Mozambique on a personal level.”

Julio Costa is heading to Mozambique to take on a new role with Rio Tinto Energy. He said he was looking forward to the new challenge.

Indigenous Program Funding Submissions 2012-2013 Financial Year The Australian Government is calling for funding submissions from organisations to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the 2012-2013 financial year to deliver outcomes under the following programs: • • • •

Indigenous Heritage Program* Indigenous Sport and Active Recreation Program* Public Awareness Program** Indigenous Capability and Development Program - Indigenous Leadership Activity*** • Indigenous Capability and Development Program - Indigenous Women’s Grants Organisations that are committed to working in partnership with government and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and want to make a difference in the community, should apply. Applications can be submitted from Saturday 21 January 2012. Eligible organisations are encouraged to apply online. To access Electronic Submission Online (eSub) visit: apps.indigenous.gov.au/esub, where you will find links to the Program Guidelines and contact information.

Submission deadline Funding submissions for all Programs must be lodged online or at your nearest Agency Office or Indigenous Coordination Centre by 5 pm, Friday 9 March 2012. *Organisations have the opportunity to apply for multi-year funding under the Indigenous Sport and Active Recreation Program and the Indigenous Heritage Program. Guidelines for the 2011-12 Indigenous Heritage Program are not yet available. Please refer to the SEWPaC website for further details at www.environment.gov.au/heritage/programs/ihp **Applications for funding for NAIDOC activities under the Public Awareness Program may be submitted throughout the year either online or at your nearest Indigenous Coordination Centre. ***For additional details of Indigenous Leadership activities included in this funding round please refer to the FaHCSIA website: www.fahcsia.gov.au AG55244

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Wild dogs being targetted in cull DINGOES are being targeted by the Nhulunbuy Corporation Limited in a bid to free the area of troublesome pests. Compliance manager Rick Stephen said they went out last Tuesday and Wednesday nights and early on Wednesday morning in an attempt to shoot any dogs within the town lease. They worked around Hindle Oval, the Harmony Shelter and the land around the proposed Bunawul medical centre. “We didn’t manage to see any at those times so now we will be baiting them this week,” he said. They will be targeting the same areas as they went

through last week. Mr Steven said they would lay down meat to attract the animals and then try to trap them. “We do ask members of the public to report any sightings of dingoes, wild camp dogs and dingo crosses especially within the town lease.” “There have been reports of two white dingo crosses across the road from the hospital.” He said the wild dogs were a problem as they often showed no fear and had been known to attack domestic dogs. “If residents can advise us whenever they see them it will help us identify the areas we need to focus on.”

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The home of winner of the completed package - subsidised category, Jenni Lee Sanford. THE Nhulunbuy Corporation Limited held a Christmas lights competition which was judged just before Christmas. Jenni Lee Sanford won the prize for â&#x20AC;&#x153;completed package - subsidised propertyâ&#x20AC;? category with her home on Wuyal Road. Beverly Wheeler won first prize for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;decorated small area - sub-

sidised propertyâ&#x20AC;? and Donna-Marie Grieve won the prize for her â&#x20AC;&#x153;decorated small area - non subsidised propertyâ&#x20AC;? in Aisa Street. Community Liaison officer Ace Rabukawaqa said there were some excellent displays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All three ladies won themselves $250 each for the win,â&#x20AC;? he said.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unfortunately not many entries were received during the competition which meant that the â&#x20AC;&#x153;complete package - non subsidised areaâ&#x20AC;? category could not be filled.â&#x20AC;? He thanked all those who took the time to enter the competition and also those who decorated their homes in the lead up to Christmas.

Three arrested over â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fridgingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; robberies

Man hit near airport flown to Darwin for treatment

NHULUNBUY Police had a busy week between Christmas and the new year with about 30 more calls than usual in that period. Senior Sergeant Alex Brennan said they had a spate of unlawful entries two weeks ago but nothing had been reported last week. He said they had about six unlawful entries over a 48 hour period. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Three males were arrested for unlawful entry and one of those was remanded in custody and appeared in Darwin. He received eight months in gaol for his offenses,â&#x20AC;? he said. He added there had been no further reports since those incidents. He urged residents who had been â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fridgedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to contact police rather than just list their reports on the social networking sites. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will only investigate items that are brought to our attention.â&#x20AC;?

A MAN suffered serious head injuries and a badly broken leg after being hit by a passing vehicle as he walked down the verge of a road near the airport. The 43-year-old man was walking down Melville Bay Road when he was hit just before 8pm on Tuesday said acting officer in charge of Nhulunbuy Police Senior Sergeant Alex Brennan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;St John Ambulance and local Police attended the scene, and the man was initially taken to Gove Hospital suffering a broken leg and lacerations to the head. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The man has since been evacuated to Royal Darwin Hospital for further examination. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Police do not believe the driver to be at fault in this instance and urge the public to take due care when walking along high traffic areas,â&#x20AC;? said Snr Sgt Brennan.

Meat pie manslaughter conviction served AN ARGUMENT over a meat pie that resulted in the death of a woman will see her cousin in gaol for seven years. The NT Supreme Court heard that a 47-year-old woman stabbed her cousin, in the chest in Ski Beach in June last year. She pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Monday, January 9. Chief Justice Trevor Riley sentenced the woman to seven years in prison and fixed a non-parole period of three years and six months. The court heard the cousins had

been drinking at the Arnhem Club before returning to a Ski Beach home where the 44-year-old victim started cooking a meal. Justice Riley said the woman became angry at her cousin because she thought she had been using other peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food to cook her meal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The argument was over who owned a tinned meat pie,â&#x20AC;? he said. He said the pair continued to yell at each other before she grabbed a steak knife from the

sink and stabbed her cousin in the chest. He said the two women were â&#x20AC;&#x153;inseparableâ&#x20AC;? and grew up together on Elcho Island, but the offender had a â&#x20AC;&#x153;rough lifeâ&#x20AC;? after a string of violent relationships. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A drunken argument followed by a grossly disproportionate attack.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Such conduct is both disturbingly familiar and completely unacceptable,â&#x20AC;? Justice Riley said. An autopsy revealed the victim died of blood loss and a collapsed right lung.

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Let’s celebrate Australia Day the Gove way AUSTRALIA Day celebrations are expected to attract a huge crowds at a number of events this year. As well as the ceremony and swearing in of new citizens a number of other activities have been planned for the day. There is to be a rugby union challange on January 25 at Hindle Oval (see sports pages) as well as a trivia night at the Walkabout Lodge. The trivia will start at 6.30pm at the Gulf Room.

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Fun in the pool at last year’s Australia Day celebrations. At 6.30am on January 26 a family fun run starts from the Gove Aquatic Centre and there is a free family day at the pool from 8am. During the day there will be a tug of war with the police and there will be activities with the fire truck.

At the Gove Boat Club there will be activities from noon including throw a thong, spit the dummy and pie eating competitions from noon. Mojo Soul will provide the entertainment New citizens will be sworn in and Australia

Day Awards will be held at the Town Hall from 5pm. A movie, Alpha and Omega will then be shown. Be sure to celebrate Australia Day next week.

Retirees opt for part time AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS 2012 Wednesday, January 25, 2012 • Australia Day Trivia Night @ the Walkabout Lodge (Gulf Room) • Australia Day Rugby Union Match at the Hindle Oval 1 – ‘Kiwi’s vs Aussies’

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OF the 2.6 million people who are over the age of 45 years and working full-time 41 per cent intend to transition to part-time work before they retire according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). However, some Australians intend to keep working indefinitely, with 13 per cent of older workers in the labour force saying that they never intend to retire. For the other 3.9 million who plan to retire at some time in the future, 36 per cent said the main influence on when to retire was financial security. Personal health or physical ability also influenced retirement decisions for older workers (25

per cent) followed by becoming eligible for a pension (10 per cent). Just over half of the older workers currently in the labour force, who intend to retire, expect their superannuation to be their main source of income at retirement. A further 26 per cent expect a government pension or allowance to be their main source of income. The average age at retirement for recent retirees (those retired in the last five years) was 61 years. Further details can be found in Retirement and Retirement Intentions, Australia, July 2010 to June 2011.

Boost for regional universities

Thursday, January 26, 2012 VENUE: TOWN POOL – 0630hrs - 1230hrs • 7.30am: Free BBQ Brekky – Gove Aquatic Centre • 8am - 12.30pm: Pool Activities • 6.30pm: Fun Run – Starts and ends at the Gove Aquatic Centre

Pool Activities will have the involvement of the NT Police and the Nhulunbuy Fire & Rescue. VENUE: NHULUNBUY TOWN HALL – 1700hrs - 2000hrs • Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony. • Australia Day Movie Night – “Alpha & Omega” 4 – Arafura Times

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REGIONAL universities will receive the vast majority of a Gillard Government investment of almost $400 million to support new state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities at university campuses across the nation. Minister for Tertiary Education, Senator Chris Evans, said the investment was part of the Government’s commitment to removing the barriers to higher education and opening the doors of Australia’s universities to all students no matter where they live. Regional universities will receive $268 million of the $377 million Gillard Government programme. “The funding will assist our regional universities to improve the quality of teaching and learning by improving access to world-class facilities expanding course offerings and enhancing pathways between Institutes of TAFE and universities,” Senator Evans said. “This adds to a range of initiatives

already announced that will boost higher education opportunities for regional Australians.” Minister for Regional Australia Simon Crean said the number of regional students attending university was once again on the increase . “Young people who study in the regions tend to stay in the regions,” he said. The new funding will be shared by Charles Darwin University, the Bachelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, Charles Sturt University, University of New England, University of Ballarat, Central Queensland University, Southern Cross University and the University of Southern Queensland. Last month’s announcement complements other Government initiatives which are transforming the face of higher education in regional Australia and making university study a reality for more Australians than ever before.

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Yirrkala artist in US exhibition ART from East Arnhem Land featured in an exhibition in the United States. The exhibition at Ketchum is a dedicated Australian indigenous art space. One of a few in the United States. This will be the first exhibit of art on bark from Yirrkala. This exhibit of barks, mokoys (spirit figures) and larrikitj (ceremonial poles) has been almost two years in preparation and artist Wukun Wanambi and Harvey art adviser Kade MacDonald travelled from Australia for both the official opening and to host community cultural events programme that started on December 29. Four short films and comments by Wanambi and MacDonald elaborated on the art and culture of the Yolngu people. Wukun Wanambi is the oldest son of Mithili Wanambi, clan leader and renowned painter, who passed away in 1981. Wukun learned the sacred designs of his father from elders who had kept the information in trust for him. His first painting was a depiction of Bamurrunu, a sacred, white-domed rock in the middle of Trial Bay. It was the first time the motif had been painted since his father’s death. The Buku-Larrngay Mulka art centre at Yirrkala was established in 1975 and artists working with the centre have won many major awards, including five in a row in the late-1990s for bark painting. Buku Larrngay in Yolngu means “the first rays of

the sun on your face at sunrise” and “mulka” means “to hold or protect.” Elders and artists who control the centre have a long history of using their art to influence and challenge colonial mainstream forces that have sought to marginalize them. Most famously, in 1963, artists sent a petition on bark to Parliament House in Canberra to protest against mining on their traditional lands. By the mid-1980s they were the first Aboriginal group to successfully win a high court challenge to have their lands returned to them as traditional owners. This set a major precedent for other indigenous groups to file successful land title claims. Yirrkala was perhaps the earliest community in Arhem Land to embrace the production of art for these reasons. Yirrkala artists have maintained a strong discipline in their art-using only natural materials and following ancestral designs rigorously.

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Tracks closed to prevent further damage after rain DHIMURRU has spent a lot of time and money on track maintenance over the last 12 months. The tracks are in reasonable condition even after the heavy rain between Christmas and New Year. Some tracks, including Manangaymi (Scout Camp) and Wanuwuy (Cape Arnhem), were damaged and unfortunately Dhimurru has been forced to close them to prevent further damage until repairs can be made. The Latram (Wathawuy) and the Wonga have been closed for the wet season to prevent damage to the road surface and will be opened once the roads dry out. Dhimurru regrets having to make

these closures but it is necessary to prevent future costly repairs. All other recreational areas are open and accessible with appropriate access permits. Dhimurru will keep you posted with information on the radio, on their facebook page, and on the website regarding track closures while repairs are carried out or as conditions dictate. If you have any questions regarding access to Dhimurru recreation areas please do not hesitate to call into the Dhimurru office, check Dhimurru’s emedia sites or phone the permits officer on 8939 2700.

Damage to the Datula (Jump Up) section of the Wanuwuy (Cape Arnhem) track.

Mozzies under attack THE Nhulunbuy Corporation is busy fogging local trouble spots for mosquitoes. Compliance officer Rick Steven said they had been hampered because of the recent rain but were now making up for lost time. “We are trying to get any trouble spots done first and encourage members of the public to give us a call if they know of any bad areas,” Mr Steven said. “There is a fogging programme in place and this involves a chemical mist being sprayed on still clear nights. This kills the larvae. “Residents are advised to stay clear of any areas they see spraying in progress as chemicals are involved.” As well as the spraying mosquito control blocks are also being placed into ponds and areas of still water.

Invitation to highlight marine projects on international stage

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THE Australian Government is calling on Nhulunbuy community groups who are committed to sustainability and protecting the ocean to apply for the BIE-Cosmos Prize. The global competition will see one not-for-profit organisation gain worldwide exposure and significant funding for their work. The Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) is the body that organises world and international expos. The BIE-Cosmos Prize will choose one not-for-profit innovative project by a citizen or group. The competition rewards a citizen’s project pertaining to the theme of the International Expo at which it is awarded. This year the theme at the 2012 Yeosu Expo is “The Living Ocean and Coast: Diversity of Resources and Sustainable Activities.” The winner will be awarded a monetary sum of 20,000 Euro (AUD$ 25,000) to fund the development of the recognised project. All nominees will have a chance to promote their projects at the Expo which is expected to attract nine million visitors from all over the world. The 2012 Yeosu Expo is an international expo which will have a focus on balancing the preservation of ocean and coastal areas with economic development. The Australian Pavilion’s 2012 theme is “Australia: In Harmony with the Ocean”. Head of the Yeosu Expo 2012 Secretariat, Kevin Nixon,said the BIE-Cosmos Prize is a unique opportunity for Nhulunbuy not-for-profit organisations who are committed to sustainability and protecting the country’s oceans, to showcase their work on an international platform. The deadline for applications is February 6, 2012. The application form and other related documents can be found on www.bie-paris.org/site/faq/in-thespotlight.html. For questions, please contact the BIE at bie@bie-paris.org. For more information about the Australian Pavilion at the 2012 Yeosu Expo visit www.expo2012. com.au

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Kids clown around over school holidays ANGLICARE has been hosting a number of holiday activities for the youngsters in the area. One of these was a circus workshop last We d n e s d a y w h i c h was well attended at the Town Hall. The participants were able to face and body paint, learn ribbon twirling, unicycle riding and juggling. This week there will be craft activities and there will be hip hop classes on Thursday 19 and Wednesday 25 at the Town Hall. On Friday, January 27, there will be a back to school pool party from 10am to 4pm at the Gove Aquatic Centre. Spaces are limited due to transport and supervision. For further information contact Anglicare NT Youth Services on 8987 3022.

Renelle Ganambarr and Jessica Wanambi at the Anglicare Circus workshop held at the Town Hall last Wednesday. PHOTO: MARJO HALLOWELL

QantasLink wins accolade THE main airline that flies into Gove, QantasLink, has been named 2012’s ‘Regional Airline of the Year ’ by leading industry journal Air Transport World - beating airlines from across the globe. Air Transport World editors cited QantasLink’s longstanding commitment to delivering an extensive network and excellent customer service for remote and rugged regions of outback Australia. Chief editor of Air Transport World, Geoffrey Thomas said: “QantasLink is more than a regional airline. It’s a lifeline to millions of Australians who live sometimes thousands of kilometres from a capital city and hundreds of kilometres from the nearest town. “QantasLink is many things to many people. It carries tourists to resorts, farmers, social workers, teachers, medical staff and resource industry workers to the outback; and even politicians to and from the nation’s capital Canberra and has a product to match every need.” QantasLink executive manager Narendra Kumar said he was extremely proud of the award win, which recognised the efforts of the entire QantasLink team.

“QantasLink has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1949 when it was a one aircraft operation based in Tamworth. Today QantasLink is Australia’s largest regional carrier operating 57 aircraft to support a network of 56 metropolitan and country destinations and providing customers with seamless connections to Qantas’ domestic and international services. “As a service-focused airline, teams work collaboratively with regional Australian communities to identify and enhance air services in markets that require this essential service for both commerce and leisure,” he said. “In recent times QantasLink has made large-scale investments in product and aircraft to service the needs of our customers. Many of our services have become critical elements of regional customer supply chains transporting labour into major resource projects via connections through the extensive Qantas network.” Mr Kumar will formally accept the award at an official awards ceremony to be hosted by Air Transport World in Singapore on February 13. QantasLink has a daily flight into Gove from both Darwin and Cairns.

Jetstar puts on new flight to Tokyo A NEW flight to Tokyo and increased direct services to Manila and Singapore were announced by Jetstar last week. Acting Chief Minister Delia Lawrie has welcomed the news that the airline had decided to extend its Darwin-Manila route to Tokyo and increase flights to Singapore. “From March 25 Jetstar will introduce a four-times weekly Darwin-Manila-Tokyo service while the Darwin-Singapore route will grow from seven to 10 flights a week,” Ms Lawrie said.

“With growth in on-shore and offshore resource projects in 2012 the increased services to key regional neighbours come at a crucial time for business and tourism travellers.” Ms Lawrie said she was confident of demand for the increased capacity. “Darwin is a gateway to Asia and to the rest of the Territory. It has been rated by Lonely Planet as one of the world’s top 10 cities to visit in 2012. It is growing as a commercial centre and we need extra flights to support that growth.”

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January 2012 Wed 18 to Fri, Apr 20, 2012. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club – 2011-2012 XXXX Gold Billﬁsh Tournament. Wed 18 to Fri, Jan 27, 2012. Nhulunbuy Community Neighbourhood Centre - Holiday Happening programme. 7.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Ph 8987 2191. Thu 19. Anglicare in conjunction with Arafura Dance hip hop classes - activities for 12-17-year-olds. Wed 25. Anglicare in conjunction with Arafura Dance - hip hop classes - activities for 12-17-year-olds. Sat 28. Gove Arts Theatre - play reading at The Cell, 2pm. Play is The BBQ. Contact Chris 8987 2202 or 0428 856 392.

February Sat 4. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Peninsula MX Round 1 - 9am to noon. Sun 5. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Junior Coaching - 9am to noon. Tue 7. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club Monthly General Meeting. Fri 17. Rotary Quiz Night. Sat 18. Nhulunbuy Corporation Art and Craft Market hosted by Highland Dance Group. Sun 26. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Old natural terrain circuit - 9am to noon. 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. Sat 17. Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club - Peninsula MX round 2 - 9am to noon. 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 - Ladies 2 day Tournament. 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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Mum wants reliable power APoLoGIES from the outset. I fall into the ‘angry mum’ category. And at the time of writing you can add ‘hot and bothered’ to the epithet. There is no doubt that RTAG provides a lot on benefits to this community - far be it my intention to appear ungrateful. Without a mining company in some form this town might not be established; and it is such a wonderful place to live and raise my family. Unfortunately, reliable power supply is not one of those supplied benefits. I am not a direct employee of RTAG and therefore I pay for my power like many other non-RTAG residents so feel justified in making my complaint. Not that it should matter if you have to pay or not a reliable power supply is not an unrealistic expectation. I am happy to pay and would accept the odd power interruption. However, since the big 24 hour outage across town I have endured no less than four unscheduled outages in Nhulunbuy south in the past fortnight. As a mother of two children under two and being pregnant again I find this an unacceptable level of service particularly at the hottest time of year. Unlike recent posts on Nhulunbuy Facebook, I do not agree that frequent outages are something we should all ‘get used to’ nor should it be ‘part of living in Gove’. What we should be doing

is asking questions as to why it keeps happening. Even outages for a short period pose significant inconvenience to families, shift workers trying to sleep and loss of business. If, as has been purported in the past, RTAG value the community why is the community left to the mercy of an aged steam power station? I do not doubt that RTAG staff work hard to fix outages in a timely manner but why do they have to fix so many? So after a cool bath and a play under the hose what do you do with small children in a hot house? Go to the town pool (providing the outage is not on a day it is closed for a school carnival) but then there is only so long you can leave the family out in the hot sun. Aside from the business community why is everyone seemingly so accepting of this situation? I would not be the only full time mum dealing with this. In fact we are all affected. Domestic homes suffer spoiled food stuffs and surges to appliances. Not to mention overheating. Where is the full explanation for the continued intermittent supply? Where is even an apology? Why can’t whatever the problem is be fixed once and for all? Why should those who pay power, rates and water have to install their own generator? Calm down angry mum there is a hotline to call (pardon the pun) for updates on the situation as pub-

lished by Mr Julio Costa: it is 1800 996 508. Not to mention Facebook updates from the RTAG. These are only useful if you have a battery charged on a laptop. The first time I called this hotline the number was answered by a Gove House receptionist. What she lacked in professionalism she made up for with disdain. She couldn’t have cared less and could only tell me that it ‘was a town problem not a refinery problem’ and did not have an estimated time power would return. She told various others who called that day “I have power here (an RTAG property) so yours should be on soon”. When I called the number today (December 16) it rang out. A hotline should be staffed with someone knowledgeable or at least polite. RTAG stop treating the community with contempt. It’s not enough to say that they are informing or engaging the community because they now have a phone number for the public to call. The system must be planned and the person answering must be trained. We are a remote community but we get our services from a multi-national company that posted half-yearly net earnings of $7.1 billion in August. So why can’t we get basic service like reliable power supply. Yours sincerely Charlotte Thompson Nhulunbuy South

The dangers of social media I WISH to address a few issues to the people who regularly use Nhulunbuy Noticeboard on Facebook. Users obviously feel they can use the ‘social media’ to criticise business (Woolworths, IGA, taxi drivers) or discuss perceived offences (breaking road rules, assaults, fridging). These are to name a few. I would like to point out these users well and truly over-step the bounds of what is legally acceptable. A few observations. It may be easy to jump on the computer and vent your disdain of businesses or incidences, however, wouldn’t it be more constructive to either report illegal actions to the police or in the case of the business go and speak to them directly. Much easier on Facebook. Safety in numbers and users are silly enough to jump on the band-wagon. Users should realise so often what is entered is illegal (home traders retailing from home) or is that local policy that is being ignored by RTA and NCL. whatever Nhulunbuy Noticeboard is misused and it is only a matter of time before some-one finds themselves legally liable or information is going to be used in court action. I hope this gives you all something to think about. Name and address supplied and withheld at authors request.

Great start for 2012 in the Territory THE The Northern Territory has got off to a great start in 2012 with last Friday’s historic announcement by joint venture partners INPEX and Total that they will be proceeding with the $34 billion Icthys Gas Project at Blaydin Point in Darwin harbour. Construction of the onshore gas facilities which includes product loading jetties and a 300 megawatt power station is due to commence within weeks and is scheduled for start-up in 2016. Not unlike Gove’s G3 Expansion Project in 2004, except more than 10 times the scale, a worker’s construction village to house some 3000 workers will also be built in Darwin’s rural area.

It was in 2007 that the NT Labor Government, led by then Chief Minister Clare Martin, successfully wooed the project away from WA in what has proved to be an incredible windfall, underpinning the Territory economy for many years to come. THE New Year also brings the commencement of the Cash for Containers scheme in the Territory which will see consumers get a 10 cents return on eligible beverage containers while also reducing rubbish in landfill by promoting recycling. The NT’s legislation is modelled on that of my home state, South Australia, the only other jurisdiction where a container deposit scheme is successfully in place.

More than a dozen collections depots have commenced operation around the Territory with the number expected to grow as the scheme beds down. Alternatively, communities can establish collection ‘points’ where effectively people donate clean and uncrushed eligible containers with the 10 cents return going back to community, not-for-profit groups following containers which make their way from the collection points to depots. The NT Government is providing infrastructure grants of up to $15000 for businesses and community-based organisations which are interested in establishing either collection depots or points. I’m sure we all hope to see

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JAMES Cook University is warning dog owners that their pets may suffer severe poisoning if they eat the common household cycad plant. This follows the recent death of a young dog from liver failure after eating the leaves and stem of a cycad, also known as sago palm. Penny, an eight-month old cross-breed dog, was brought to JCU’s Veterinary Emergency Centre in Townsville on Christmas Eve after a sudden onset of vomiting and lethargy. Nearly two weeks of intensive therapy in the JCU Veterinary Emergency Centre’s 24-hour intensive care unit could not save her and Penny died from severe liver failure. Dr Philip Judge, Senior Lecturer in veterinary emergency and critical care at JCU, said all parts of the plant are considered extremely poisonous and even eating as little as two seeds could be enough to kill a dog. “The leaves are apparently quite attractivesmelling to dogs, making accidental ingestion likely, with initial symptoms of poisoning usually being vomiting, dehydration and lethargy,” Dr Judge said. “Using appropriate treatment with intravenous fluid therapy and medications the symptoms often subside within 24 to 48 hours or so - only to be replaced by the development of severe liver damage that could result in liver failure and death within seven to 14 days.” He said published mortality rates for dogs with cycad poisoning of between 38 and 60 per cent emphasised how serious the disease was to treat especially once liver failure takes hold. Dr Judge suggested the following precautions for pet owners: ● if possible, have cycads kept away from areas where dogs are kept unsupervised - or alternatively, do not allow dogs to roam free in areas where cycads are planted, ● remove any fallen seeds/nuts to reduce the chances of their being eaten, ● remove any loose vegetation from cycad plants and dispose of them in green waste to reduce the chances of this vegetation being eaten, ● if you see your dog eating a cycad plant, contact your veterinarian immediately for first aid advice. Commonly sold in home and garden centres, cycads are hardy plants that require little care, making them seem ideal for dry tropical areas. “Penny’s illness should be a warning to all dog owners in the North about the plant,” Dr Judge said.

THE final investment decision for the Ichthys Project made by INPEX and Total, securing a $34 billion project for the Territory was welcomed last week by Chief Minister Paul Henderson. “The Territory has secured its economic future and is on the way to becoming the oil and gas capital of Australia,” Mr Henderson said. “This is an historic day for the Territory and the culmination of a significant amount of foresight, planning, work and effort. “It will provide 3000 jobs during construction and the resources growth will underpin our economy for the future providing training, employment and business opportunities for Territorians. “Four years on, since we began chasing the Ichthys project, we are now just weeks away from the start of construction. “In the planning stages, we joined INPEX in signing an Industry Participation Plan to ensure local businesses could achieve their share of the economic growth. “We’re using all arms of the Territory Government to continue to support businesses to help them get the most out of the Ichthys project and the expected growth of the resources sector. “We’ve invested heavily into attracting resource investment into the Territory, including building a marine supply base to help make us the oil and gas capital of Australia. “There are a number of real opportunities for Territorians and students who are at school now will be able to capitalise on these in years to come. “It means today’s year 12 students, apprentices and trainees could be working as engineers, tradesmen and project managers when the Blaydin Point gas plant begins operating by the end of 2016. “The North Australian Centre for Oil and Gas at Charles Darwin University and the Larrakia Trade Training Centre will skill up as many workers locally as possible supported by INPEX and Total.” At the peak of construction a workforce of about 3000 will be required to build the onshore gas facilities, which includes two LNG trains, a liquefied petroleum gas plant and condensate separation plants, product loading jetties and a 300-megawatt power station. For more information visit www. growingnt.nt.gov.au

A grove of cycads growing in the Northern Peninsula Area. PHOTO: MARK ROY

Decay never has holidays REGULAR teeth cleaning is one routine that children should keep up during the school holidays, the NT’s Principal Dentist Chris Handbury urged last week. Reminding kids and their families that dental decay ‘doesn’t go on holidays’, Dr Handbury said that to reduce the risk of dental decay, the key oral health messages should be followed year-round. “These key messages are common sense ones but they can be easily overlooked when kids are in holiday mode and enjoying a less structured lifestyle than during school terms,” he said. “Unfortunately it doesn’t take long for tooth decay to set in, and when it does we need to play catch-up, often with dental treatment, to put things right again.” Dr Handbury said children should get in the habit of brushing their teeth and gums after each meal, including lunch. “This is actually easier in the holidays

as kids can usually access a bathroom and toothbrush and paste which at school is more difficult. “I cannot over emphasise the advantages of eating good food, the less processed the better, as this benefits the whole body and not just our teeth. It’s also important to drink plenty of water, which is much healthier and cheaper than sweetened fizzy drinks. “Exercise, whether organised sport or energetic play, is also good for our health and wellbeing, helping to establish an active routine that will be beneficial throughout our lives.” Dr Handbury said public dental clinics will be open during the school holidays, although not on the main public holidays, and people should phone for an appointment. The dental clinics can be contacted at Gove Dental Clinic (after January 16) 8987 0425.

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$2 ‒ EDITION 845, 13 - 19 July 2011

Bakery a fresh idea BY MARJO HALLOWELL

July

USING his loaf is what ex-navy chef John Carter is doing in Nhulunbuy. John and his wife Estelle have re-opened the Peninsula Bakery and Cafe and business is booming. When the bakery closed suddenly earlier this year, Mr Carter, who was a chef in the Royal Australian Navy, knew it was a business opportunity not to be missed. His brother-in-law told him about it and he resigned from the Navy after serving for 19 years. The couple purchased the disused bakery and were set to open on Saturday, July 2, however, they experienced a few teething problems with the ovens not co-operating. Customers had been queuing for the fresh bread and pies since early morning that day. One might have thought we had gone back to the food queues of the Depression years but this was not the case. Come Monday Gove residents were finally able to buy fresh bread. This might seem to be odd to those who have not lived here for long, but, for the locals, that has been a treat they have not experienced for some time. Fresh bread, bread rolls, cream buns, cakes, savoury rolls and of course the good old Aussie favourite- the meat pie - are now all available and the smell of freshly baked goodies is causing quite a stir. On the first Monday of business, Mr Carter prepared the ingredients for enough meat pies for what he thought would last the week. They were all gone by the end of the day. By Friday they had to shut down for the day as they needed to get ahead of the demand. It was all hands on deck baking 5000 pies and sweet treats. They have already employed four locals to work in the bakery and two more to work in the shop and are looking for a chef or baker or pastry chef to add to their staff. At present Mr Carter starts his day at 2am and hasn’t been finishing up until 5pm. They intend to introduce hot lunches and supply other businesses once they get their routine established. “Making pastry is a long process time wise and we just have to get ahead of the demand,” Mr Carter said. “I like to try new ingredients and I have just made Thai Chicken sausage rolls as I like to give our customers a variety of new tastes.” John and Estelle have three young children and look forward to becoming involved within the community once they settle into their new business.

Hot pies a winner... John checks on another batch of pies at the new Peninsula Bakery. PHOTO: Marjo Hallowell.

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‘Round the Island Race’ a salty-free day Photo: MARJO HALLOWELL Alan Cross is already in the lead as Glen Collins, Tony Snelling and Harry Parkinson leave the beach while lifesavers keep an eye out for hungry crocodiles. The event went off without a hitch and luckily for the competitors no crocodiles were spotted on the day. For more photos from the Nippers event held in conjunction with this event see page 10 >> By MARJO HALLOWELL LIVING along the coastline it seems only natural to go for a swim and a paddle in the sea but on the Gove Peninsula it is necessary to ensure the safety of the swimmers against the omnipresent crocodiles. So when it comes to a surf ski or a board competition the lifesavers need to make sure the competitors remain safe against these hunters of the deep. It is not uncommon to see more lifesavers than competitors as they continue to survey the water for tell tale signs of any unwanted, four legged, large mouthed spectators.

Always on guard for these predators one of the life guards said that last year they had signs of a croc having been on the beach before the competition started but this year all appeared clear but they are always on the lookout as crocs could be lurking in the water. The annual ‘Round the Island Race’ and the surf Beach to Beach race for teenagers that set off from Shady Beach in Yirrkala had escorts for each competitor. This was the second year for the Round The Island Race and was an interclub event with surfskiers from the local Nhulunbuy club and the Mindle Beach Club in Darwin.

A clear leader from the outset was local Alan Cross who won for the second year in a row. After he regained his breathe he paddled back out to meet the other competitors such was his lead. Alan said he enjoyed the three and a half kilometre race although it was a lot shorter than ones he usually enters. He had just competed a 14km race in Darwin the previous week. “It is a great day out here and I think everyone is enjoying themselves,” he said. “The club is encouraging people to get into water sports and it was great to have a couple of competitors over

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Rio Tinto puts Gove mine and refinery up for sale and New Zealand assets will transfer into a new business unit, to be called Pacific Aluminium, and be managed and reported separately from the Rio Tinto Alcan product group prior to divestment. These assets are: • Australia: Gove bauxite mine and alumina reﬁnery, Boyne Smelters and the associated Gladstone Power Station, the Tomago smelter and the Bell Bay smelter • New Zealand: New Zealand Aluminium Smelters A second group of seven non-core assets will continue to be managed by Rio Tinto Alcan while it further investigates divestment options. These assets include: • France and Germany: Three Specialty Alumina plants and the Gardanne refinery • United States: Sebree smelter • United Kingdom: Lynemouth smelter and associated power station, for which potential options include closure Rio Tinto chief executive Tom Albanese said “The assets identified for divestment are sound businesses that are well-managed with productive workforces. But they are no longer aligned with our strategy and we believe they have a bright future under new ownership.” Continued on page 2

By COREY BOUSEN RIO TINTO has announced plans to sell its Gove bauxite mine and alumina refinery following a review of the company’s aluminium assets. The local mine and refinery are to be included in a reshuffling of Rio Tinto assets that will lead to the creation of a new entity to be called Pacific Aluminium, which will be sold off at a future date. Rio Tinto, in a statement, said it was streamlining its Aluminium product group, with 13 assets to be divested at “an appropriate point in the future”. The dramatic move follows Rio Tinto’s poorly timed purchase of Alcan in 2007 for US$39 billion, with the global financial crisis (GFC) hitting in 2008. The statement said the move will allow Rio Tinto Alcan to concentrate on its strategy to: “grow the value of its high quality, tier one assets and improve the product group’s financial performance”. Alcan Chief Executive Jacynthe Cote, in a media conference after the announcement, said the company was particularly focusing on its bauxite mining and alumina refining operations in Queensland. Under the plan, Rio Tinto’s interests in six Australian

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Rio fined $160,000 Toy run a hit with for Gove fuel spill riders and kids RIO Tinto Alcan was fined $160,000 on December 8 in the Darwin Magistrates Court for a petrol spill last June. The company pleaded guilty to unintentionally causing serious environmental harm when it spilled 62,000 litres of unleaded petrol into the soil and groundwater at the Gove plant last year. Gove operations general manager, Julio Costa, said the company accepts responsibility and is now trying to stop further environmental damage and the site moved quickly to protect the local environment when the fuel leak was identified. “We immediately notified authorities and engaged environmental experts,” Mr Costa said. “Our goal is to ensure our operations have zero harm to the environment. We are sorry the leak occurred and have accepted responsibility for it. “All the projects we have in place and all the enablers we’ve put in place and consultants working with us have everything working until we are sure that all the contamination is removed from the area.” Mr Costa said lessons have been learnt from the spill. “There has been a lot of improvements not only in the standards but in the compliance and behaviours,” he said. “And when we have an instance like that, we investigate thoroughly and learn more and incorporate what we learned into the systems.” Mr Costa said Rio Tinto Alcan spent $3 million cleaning up and containing the spill to prevent it spreading to nearby Melville Bay. “The redemption plan is succeeding in containing the fuel leak on site and has resulted in low potential for impact

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Santa with his helper, Emma Mitchell, and elf, Karina Morris, on their way around Gove. By MARJO HALLOWELL THE rumble of engines throughout town was not greeted with any trepidation but with sheer delight. It was an opportunity for all the bike enthusiasts around town to don their leathers and band together for their annual toy run. Some 40 riders escorted the man is the red suit - aka Santa - as he made a special appearance at the Gove District Hospital and cheered up patients and staff. They travelled through South and then spent some time in Endeavour Square where members of the public were able to vote for their favourite bike. Chris Putland was the winner. The riders then hopped back on their machines and headed to Yirrkala where they gave sweets to the children before heading back to the Gove Country Golf Club and then the Boat Club. They stopped for refreshments at each of their stops and picked up a card for a hand of poker with the one holding the best card at the end of the day the winner. They enjoyed a sausage sizzle put on for them at the boat club before heading back to the Hog Shed. They were out and about for about ﬁve hours and then took their bikes home and had time to have a break before returning to the Hog Shed for the evenings activities. Continues page 10 >>

OPENING TODAY! Our brand new

BOTTLESHOP

Yes, the major works on the front of the Tavern recently have been the building of a brand new Bottleshop for Gove! We’re sure you’ll love the new standard of shopper comfort and customer service we have created as you browse our extensive beer, spirits and wine selection or check out our great value specials!

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ball again attracted many entries and was supported by numerous community organisations ensuring a great day was had by all.

Big business muscles into Gove market

Local business not happy when giant retailer Harvey Norman came

BMX titles in Gove

The Gove BMX Club hosts the NT titles with winners moving on to represent the Territory at the national titles.

The Gove Peninsula Festival and Art Exhibition is a hit with the locals as they attend a number of events including the inaugural Art Exhibition and art based workshops.

Top acts fail to attract crowd

The youth music festival failed to attract large audiences for the concert with some top name bands.

Toadly Toadalicious

Kids collect 1800 cane toads.

to town with goods they sold at the Art and Craft market.

Local families decorated their

Laynhapuy works to resolve cashflow concerns The Laynhapuy Homelands Association stresses they were not in voluntary receivership but were continuing to work with the Australian Government to workout their cashflow problems.

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homes for Halloween.

Town kept in dark over power outage

The local community was again kept in the dark with a 24 hour blackout leading to improved communications between Rio and residents and businesses.

Rio fined $160,000 for Gove fuel spill

Rio Tinto Alcan was fined $160000 for a fuel spill last June. Rio pleaded guilty to unintentionally causing serious environmental harm.

proposed Wessell Commonwealth Marine reserve.

Anglers cast options

The Nhulunbuy Recreational Sorts Fishing Club was busy not only with competitions but also securing the future of fishing in the region by preparing a submission regarding the

Rio Tinto puts Gove mine and refinery up for sale

Rio Tinto Alcan announced it was putting the Gove bauxite mine and alumina refinery up for sale following a review of the company’s aluminium assets.

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water. The couple grabbed their life jackets and EPIRB and entered the water. They were not spotted by the aerial searchers until 12.30pm and the Coast Guard picked them up out of the water a short time later. Mr Chrzanowski said they were grateful to all who had helped out in

Local Artist, Gunybi Ganambar wins the West Australian Art Award in Perth. There is also a strong representation of local artists at the Telstra Aboriginal and Torres Straight art awards in Darwin.

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zanowski who had spent three hours in the water east of Higginson’s Islet. The couple, both aged 41, activated their emergency beacon at around 9.45am after their motor broke free of the vessel’s transom about 13 nautical miles (23km) north east of Nhulunbuy. The ﬁve-year-old, 20-foot, ﬁbreglass vessel immediately started taking on

Major exposure for local artists

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TWO Nhulunbuy residents are relieved to be able to tell the tale of their ordeal after a ﬁshing trip went horribly wrong last week. A search and rescue effort last Monday (November 21) located a very grateful Tracey and Jeremy Chr-

Leste President Dr Jose Ramos Horte as a special guest.

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Crocs were no deterrent for lifesavers competing in surf lifesaving events at Shady Beach.

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November

Arnhem Land by pedal power

It’s

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December

The Tour de Arnhemland bicycle trip hits the road for a week in Australia’s most remote ride.

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Festival launched

A great concept band playing all the classic hits from the 70s!

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Buffaloes are culled in the region utilising a helicopter and ground shooters.

“Back to the 70s”

(…and try not to shed a tear boys!?…)

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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? It’s a buffalo

Super Sunday Sesh with

Organise ya mates for one last session!

& Celebrations

The bakery opens in Nhulunbuy and bakes fresh bread, pies and pastries. John and Estelle Carter take on the challenge of opening the Gove Peninsula Bakery and Cafe providing fresh bread and pastries.

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Friday, JUly 15 to Sunday, July 17

� Weddings &

Bakery a fresh idea

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Sensational Melbourne party band

The next stage of our tavern renovations start on Monday 18 July. This involves closing down the infamous Animal Bar for its refurbishment as the new “Flinders Sports Bar & Bistro”

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Territory Day was another popular family day in Gove with a citizenship ceremony, a family movie and fireworks lighting the night sky.

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What a catch The Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club held two major fishing competitions over recent weeks.

Roll-over timely reminder

Two car roll overs saw some lucky escapes and reminded drivers to take extra care on the roads.

Toy run a hit with riders and kids The annual charity toy run raises $10000 for local kids.

$5m bail out for Laynhapuy The Laynhapuy Homelands Association receives a bailout from the

Nhulunbuy looks to future after Rio

Changes expected to be minor as Rio restructures it bauxite operations in Gove.

Croc warning

Watchful eyes were kept out for crocodiles.

Couple rescued at sea

A Nhulunbuy couple spent three hours in the water waiting to be rescued after setting off their EPIRB. It took over two hours to spot them in the water after their boat sank within minutes of the couple realising they were in trouble.

Australian Government after major cashflow problems were revealed

Teenager attacked on the way to work

A 16-year-old girl was attacked on her way to work at 5.20 am. Three teenagers were taken into police custody and an one was to appear in Darwin court.

Angilcare circus workshops

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Anglicare held a circus workshop in the Town Hall last Thursday afternoon and some local youngsters demonstrated their talents.

Shari Gumbula, Kaitlin Munungurr, Esther Talal and Lucy Gurruwiwi at the circus workshop.

Dubs Yunupingu and Kyaciah Yibarbuk painted themselves with body paint.

Practising working with rainbow ribbons.

Tina Trudgen and Guppie Yunupingu face-painting.

Juggling at the circus workshop.

Simon Yunupingu on a unicycle.

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THURSDAY 19

4:00 Basketball: WNBL 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News 9:30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:00 Time Team 11:00 Rivers And Life 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes 1:25 My Family 2:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Jimmy’s Food Factory: Hot And Cold 8:30 The People’s Supermarket 9:25 Greatest Cities Of The World With Griff Rhys Jones: Hong Kong 10:15 ABC News: Late Edition 10:25 Stephen Fry In America: Mississippi 11:25 More Than This... The Roxy Music Story: Featuring interviews with band members, music luminaries and neverbefore-seen performance and studio footage, this is the definitive story of Bryan Ferry’s Roxy Music and their influence on generations of musicians. 12:20 Hungry Beast 12:50 The Clinic 1:40 The People’s Supermarket 2:30 The Chaser’s War On Repeats 3:00 Rage

5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Alive And Cooking 10:00 Kitchen Whiz 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 The View 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Yumba’s Playtime 3:30 Pyramid 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 Engagement Reaction” (PG s) 7:00 Getaway 8:00 Unforgettable: Lost Things 9:00 CSI: NY: Do Or Die - The senior valedictorian at Manhattan’s most elite private school is murdered in a girl’s restroom. The investigation reveals the victim’s head was bashed against a sink and that the stellar school is rife with sex, drugs and cheating. 10:00 TBA 10:30 2011 Santos Tour Down Under - Highlights 11:00 Southland: Code 4 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Goodmorning America 4:30 National Early Morning News / 5:00 Today

FRIDAY 20

4:00 Football: W-League 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News 9:30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:00 Time Team 11:00 Chopper Rescue 11:30 One Plus One 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Dalziel And Pascoe 2:00 My Family 2:30 Cricket: Women’s Twenty20 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 My Family: A Decent Proposal: While the Harper family are attending Susan’s mother Grace’s funeral, Susan has a visitor from beyond the grave with an offer she can hardly refuse. 8:30 Midsomer Murders: Small Mercies: The novel ‘Gulliver’s Travels’ is re-enacted in Little Worthing’s model village as the first of a series of mysterious murders. 10:05 The Graham Norton Show: Graham Norton presents his unique celebrity chat show focusing on the people, trends, stories and pop culture that interest him most, featuring trademark Norton comedy monologues and celebrity chat. 10:55 ABC News: Late Edition 11:05 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight: Adam will be joined by Frank Woodley, motivational speaker and author Nick Vujicic, and journalist and TV presenter Jennifer Byrne. Music is provided by Sparkadia, and Sally Seltmann lends her hand to a Gordon St Classic. 12:05 Rage

5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Alive And Cooking 10:00 Kitchen Whiz 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 The View 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Magical Tales 3:30 Pyramid 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 Roomate Transmorgrification” 7:00 Two And A Half Men: “It’s Always Nazi Week” (PG s,l) 7:30 Two And A Half Men: “The Mooch At The Boo” (PG s,l) 8:00 Movie: “Maverick” (PG v,l) - From the smoky recesses of the backroom poker table to the untamed canyons and prairies of the wild west, Bret Maverick dodges one hazard after another in pursuit of a lucrative championship poker game. On his way to the climatic showdown, Maverick is harassed by the inscrutable and unflappable lawman Zane Cooper and charmed by the alluring Annabelle Bransford whose beauty belies a wiliness and agenda of her own. 10:30 2011 Santos Tour Down Under - Highlights 11:30 Movie: “Cedar Boys” (AV d,l,v) 1:30 Movie: “Drowning Mona” (M v,l) 3:20 Nine Presents 3:30 Danoz Direct / 4:00 Good Morning America

5:30 Sunrise 8:30 Children’s Programs 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 2012 Australian Open: “2012 Australian Open - Night 5” Coverage continues of the Grand Slam of Asia-Pacific where viewers can expect the biggest names in tennis, the hottest action in years and a comprehensive coverage of the event. 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Roller Disco” - Kelso is jealous when Jackie picks Fez be her partner in a roller-disco competition, and Red gets sued by a former employee for wrongful termination. 11:30 Movie: “Remnants Of Everest” (PG a) - Documentary filmmaker David Breashears recreates the tragic circumstances that resulted in eight deaths on Everest in May 1996. 1:45 Room For Improvement - The team transforms an empty room into a spectacular modern kitchen for less than $7500. 2:30 Infomercials 3:30 NBC Today - International news and weather including interviews with newsmakers in the world of politics, business, media, entertainment and sport.

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Inspector Rex: The Loser 2:30 The Squiz 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Under The Spell Of Horses: India 6:00 Letters and Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Coast: King’s Lynn To Felixstowe 8:30 Empire Of The Seas: The Golden Oceans 9:30 As It Happened: Chronicle Of The Third Reich: 1939-1942 10:30 World News Australia Late 11:05 Movie: “Borderline” (MA l,s,a,n) - In French Canadian. An erotic drama about a woman facing her 30th birthday who looks back at her life growing-up with her grandmother, crazy mother and her over-indulgence with men, sex and alcohol. 1:00 Movie: “I Only Want To Walk” (MAV v,s,l) - In Spanish. Four small-time women bank robbers plan a dangerous strike against a band of Mexican drug traffickers. Motivated by money and revenge, this action could change their luck forever. Nominated for ten Goya Awards. Directed by Agustin Diaz Yanes and stars Diego Luna, Victoria Abril and Adriana Gil. 3:15 Weatherwatch Overnight

SATURDAY 21

4:00 Rage (MA) 5:00 Rage (PG) 6:00 Rage (G) 10:00 Dan Cruickshank’s Adventures In Architecture: Disaster 12:00 My Family: A Decent Proposal 12:30 NTRU Rugby 7’s International 2012 2:30 Cricket: Women’s Twenty20 6:00 Football:W-League: Semi Final A 7:00 ABC News 7:30 New Tricks: Dead Man Talking: Det. Superintendent Pullman’s team reinvestigate the death of a wealthy financier when a psychic tells the dead man’s daughter that she needs to resolve some unfinished business on her father’s behalf. 8:35 Accused: Willy’s Story: From acclaimed writer Jimmy McGovern comes the story of how ordinary individuals end up in the dock. A plumber’s life rapidly spirals out of control when he finds some money in the back of a cab. 9:35 Single-Handed: The Drowning Man: When Sgt. Jack Driscoll receives a midnight call to investigate activity on an isolated beach, he unwittingly stumbles into the middle of an undercover police operation. 11:10 The Jonathan Ross Show: Jonathan Ross presents an entertaining show featuring comedy, celebrity chat and the latest music. 11:55 Rage Goes Retro!

5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today - Saturday 8:30 Children’s Programs 10:00 2011 Santos Tour Downunder 2:30 Antiques Roadshow 3:30 The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air 4:00 The Garden Gurus 4:30 National News: First At Five 5:00 4WD TV 5:30 National News Saturday 6:00 Australia’s Funniest Home Videos Summer Series 7:00 Movie: “Monster House” (PG v,a) - Three adventurous kids have suspicions about the house across the street. However on the eve of Halloween, the old man who lives there has a heart attack and is taken to hospital. The kids think the danger is over, unfortunately, they discover the house has trick or treating plans of its own. 9:00 TBA 11:30 Movie: “Cross Of Iron” (AV v,l) - A contest of wills develops between the courageous Steiner and his new commander, Capt. Stransky, a pompous aristocrat. Stransky has his sights set on earning the Iron Cross but he’s a poltroon at heart, which soon leads him to take desperate measures. 2:00 Spyforce: Double Agent 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 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:00 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 2012 Australian Open - “2012 Australian Open - Night 6” Coverage continues of the Grand Slam of Asia-Pacific where viewers can expect the biggest names in tennis, the hottest action in years and a comprehensive coverage of the event. 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Eric’s Panties” (PG) - Even though Shelly, Eric’s lab partner, is continuously hitting on him, Donna seems unconcerned. 11:30 Movie: “Code 46” (M s,a) - A married fraud investigator’s life becomes complicated when he falls for the prime suspect of a counterfeit documents scheme 1:30 Auction Squad 2:30 Special: Paradises Of The Pacific - Greg Grainger depicts the wide diversity of cultures that flourish in the South Pacific. 3:30 Home Shopping 4:30 Dr Oz: “3 Conditions Doctors Miss In Women” Dr Oz reveals the three deadly conditions doctors miss in women and reveals five insider tips on how to be a smart patient.

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Snow White 2:35 The Hidden Life Of Masterpieces: Leonardo Da Vinci 3:25 The Neighbour 3:55 The Beauty Of Books 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Celtic Thunder: Heritage 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Monster Moves: Tall Towers - A team of building movers brave thunder and lightning at Heathrow Airport to transport a gigantic glass and steel air traffic control tower across one of the world’s busiest runways. 8:35 RocKwiz: Kevin Borich & Penny Ikinger 9:30 Movie: “Pan Labyrinth” (MAV v) - In Spanish. In the fascist Spain of 1944, the bookish young stepdaughter of a sadistic army officer escapes into an eerie but captivating fantasy world. A richly imagined and exquisitely violent fantasy from writer-director Guillermo del Toro. 11:35 Movie: “REC” (MAV v,h) - In Spanish. In the vein of The Blair Witch Project, a television reporter and her unseen cameraman are trapped in a building with biting, blood-lusting monsters in this demonic cinema verite film. Winner of 16 international film awards. 1:00 The Jaquie Brown Diaries: Brownie Points 1:25 Weatherwatch Overnight

SUNDAY 22

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide to Australia 1:30 Inspector Rex: A Priest In Danger 2:30 The Squiz 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Under The Spell Of Horses: India 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Zumbo: Summer Love 8:00 One Man and His Campervan: Northumberland - Martin Dorey, campervan lover and passionate foodie, journeys around Britain in his 1970s classic campervan on the ultimate escapist adventure. 8:30 Oz And Hugh Raise The Bar 9:35 24 Hours In Emergency 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 Sex: An Unnatural History: Taboo 11:30 Erotic Tales: Devilish Education - A milkmaid at the turn of the last century takes a swim in the river to escape the heat. The next day a stranger shows her a painting depicting her naked. Embarrassed but hardly offended, she is introduced to the secret pleasures of life. 12:05 Kill Arman: USA / Street Fighting 12:35 The Fixer 2:25 Weatherwatch Overnight

4:00 Rage (PG) 6:30 Children’s Programs 9:00 ABC News 24 Mornings 9:30 The World This Week 10:00 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:40 Christianity: A History: God And The Scientists 11:30 Songs Of Praise: Celebrating Choirs 12:00 Britain From Above: Untamed Britain 1:00 7.30 Select 1:30 Elders With Andrew Denton: Rosalie KunothMonks 2:00 From The Ashes 2:30 Cricket: Women’s Twenty20 5:55 ABC News Up-Date 6:00 Football: W-League: Semi Final B 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Grand Designs 8:20 Uptown Downstairs Abbey 8:30 Zen: Vendetta 10:05 Inspector George Gently: Bomber’s Moon 11:35 Movie: “Chinatown” (M l,s,v) - An action-packed detective thriller set in Los Angeles during the thirties. 1:40 Grand Designs: Bromley - Kevin McCloud meets a couple who decide to knock down their dated 1940s mock Georgian house in South London and build a much bigger contemporary mansion. 2:30 Star Stories: Peter Andre Presents Me And Katie: How The Moneymoon Never Ends 2:55 Rage

5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today 9:30 Surfsport 10:30 Australian Fishing Championships 11:00 Discover Downunder - Summer Series 11:30 Wildfire 12:30 2012 Santos Tour Down Under 3:30 The Bill Engvall Show 4:00 Manly Surf 4:30 National News: First At Five 5:00 Antiques Roadshow 5:30 National News Sunday 6:00 David Attenborough’s Madagascar: “Land Of Heat And Dust” 7:00 60 Minutes 8:00 The Mentalist: Bleeding Heart - Patrick Jane and the team investigate the murder of a mayor’s aide. Meanwhile, Rigsby and Van Pelt make a big announcement. 9:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Crime After Crime - The CSIs investigate three seemingly unrelated homicides and discover that someone is exacting revenge for cold-case murders that were never solved. 10:00 CSI: NY 11:00 Flashpoint: The Perfect Family 12:00 Memphis Beat: Suspicious Minds 1:00 Spyforce: The Misfits 2:00 Danoz Direct 3:00 Newstyle Direct 3:30 Goodmorning America - Sunday 4:30 National Early Morning News / 5:00 Today

5:30 Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil 6:00 Phineas and Ferb 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 2012 Australian Open 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Baby Fever” - Kelso demands money when Jackie smashes his van; Laurie’s babysitting for a friend of Kitty’s, and seeing a baby around the house makes Kitty think she might like to have another one. Eric is in trouble when he assumes Donna plans to be a stay-at-home mum when they have kids. 11:30 Special: “Secrets Of The River” - Ben Cropp looks at the lifecycle of the Normanby River in Lakefield National Park. Learn about the river’s history and survival. 12:30 Room For Improvement 1:00 The Real Seachange - Meet David and Sue who have swapped a Sydney factory for a small vineyard. But are slim pickings enough to survive? 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 Football Asia 11:00 Les Murray’s Football Feature 12:00 FIFA Futbol Mundial 12:30 Speedweek 2:00 Al Jazeera News 3:00 First Australians: They Have Come To Stay 4:15 Spacefiles: Telescope: New Eyes On The Cosmos 4:30 A Fork In Africa: Black Paris 5:00 Cycling Central 6:00 Thalassa: Nicole Van De Kerchove 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 A History Of Ancient Britain: The Age Of Cosmology 8:30 Once Upon A Time In Cabramatta 9:35 Movie: “Head-On” (MAV v,l,a,d) - In German And Turkish. A gritty, uncompromising contemporary love story. To escape the stringent ultra-traditional rules of her family, Sibel, an unhappy girl from a German Turkish background decides to marry an equally depressed older man for the sake of convenience. 11:40 Movie: “Brides” (MA l) - Set in 1922, Brides is the story of a mail order bride aboard the ship SS King Alexander, who falls in love with an American photographer. She is bound for her new husband in New York; he is on his way home to a failed marriage. Executive Producer Martin Scorsese. 1:55 Weatherwatch Overnight

MONDAY 23

7 CENTRAL 5:30 Sunrise 8:30 Children’s Programs 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 2012 Australian Open: “2012 Australian Open - Night 4” 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Too Old To Trick Or Treat, Too Young To Die” (PG) - Point Place goes paranormal when Eric falls for Donna’s new look. Laurie goes psycho on Kelso, and Fez tries to figure out why Midge has disappeared. 11:30 Auction Squad: A blokey bachelor pad gets a ‘Hollywood’ makeover, for its starring role as a stylish 21st century family home. 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today: International news and weather including interviews with newsmakers in the world of politics, business, media, entertainment and sport. 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News: Natalie Barr and Mark Beretta present the latest news, sport and weather from around Australia and overseas.

4:00 The Chaser’s War On Everything 4:30 Can we Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 State to State Summer 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News 9:30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:00 Time Team 11:00 Best Of 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 Waterloo Road 3:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Best Of Australian Story 8:30 Harry’s Arctic Heroes 9:25 TBA 10:25 ABC News: Late Edition 10:35 Silent Witness: Judgement: Part 2 11:30 Trial And Retribution: Rules Of The Game 12:20 Darling Buds Of May: Cast Not Your Pearls Before Swine: Part 2 - Pop has the ‘perfick’ birthday surprise for Ma, and Primrose goes in search of her latest love, Roger McGarry. 1:15 Harry’s Arctic Heroes: Prince Harry and the team arrive at the ice cap. They must now navigate treacherous landscape conditions whilst pulling their own 100 kilo sledges, to reach the geographic North Pole. 2:05 The Story Of India: Beginnings 3:00 Rage

5:30 Weekend Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Alive And Cooking 10:00 The New Adventures Of Old Christine 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 The View 1:30 Days Of Our Lives 2:30 Entertainment Tonight 3:00 Magical Tales 3:30 Pyramid 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 Electric Can Opener Fluctuation” 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: “The Jimmy Conjecture” (PG s) 7:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Gothowitz Deviation” 8:00 The Mentalist: Redline 9:00 Harry’s Law: Insanity - Oliver and Cassie defend a teen who killed three students when he opened fire on a college campus, but the emotional nature of the case causes tension between them; and Tommy represents a mortuary owner who uses bodies as fertilizer for his side business selling organic produce. 10:00 BIG 11:00 The Unusuals 12:00 The Avengers 1:00 Entertainment Tonight 1:30 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Your 4x4 / 3:30 National Early Morning News / 4:00 Today

5:30 Sunrise 8:30 All For Kids 9:00 Seven Morning News 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 2012 Australian Open: “2012 Australian Open - Night 8” Coverage continues of the Grand Slam of Asia-Pacific where viewers can expect the biggest names in tennis, the hottest action in years and a comprehensive coverage of the event. 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Jackie Bags Hyde” - Red and Bob throw competing Veterans’ Day barbeques, while Jackie and Hyde go on a date. 11:30 Auction Squad: The team hits the road for a first-time makeover in the nation’s secret property hotspot, already home to Australia’s most expensive house. 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Room For Improvement: The team head to the snow to completely makeover the kitchen and loungeroom of an old ski lodge. 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: Traffic Busting Truck 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: Madagascar: A Miltifaceted Land 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Mythbusters: Walk A Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred year old conundrum that if blindfolded, can humans travel in a straight line? 8:35 Freddi Flintoff versus the World: Vegas 9:30 Wilfred: Honey You’re Killing The Dog 10:00 South Park: The Last Of The Meheecans 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 The World Game 12:05 SOS: Franswa Sharl 1:05 Movie: “Connected” (M v) - In Cantonese and Mandarin. Director Benny Chan draws inspiration from the Hollywood thriller Cellular for this tense tale of a man who receives a frantic phone call from a young woman who has been kidnapped by a gang of corrupt Interpol agents. Unable to get the police involved, he decides to risk everything to help save the women and her young daughter. 3:10 Weatherwatch Overnight

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4:00 The Chaser’s War On Everything 4:30 Can we Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 State to State Summer 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News 9:30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:00 Time Team 11:00 Bettlefield Mysteries 11:45 Picture Perfect Homes 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Seven Ages Of Britain 1:30 Meerkat Manor: The Next Generation 2:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Nigella Kitchen: Kitchen Tourist 8:30 Nature’s Miracle Babies: Bilby, Ibis, Ferret, Fruit Bat 9:25 Gareth Malone’s Extraordinary School For Boys 10:25 ABC News: Late Edition 10:35 Spooks 11:30 Trial And Retribution: Rules Of The Game 12:20 Monarch Of The Glen: Popular drama set against a stunning backdrop. The unexpected arrival of a heavily pregnant Lizzie shatters the peace at Glenbogle. 1:10 Nature’s Miracle Babies: Bilby, Ibis, Ferret, Fruit Bat 2:00 The Story Of India: British historian Michael Wood uncovers the last centuries BC - the age of the Buddha, the coming of the Greeks and the rule of the emperor Ashoka, one of the greatest figures in world history. 3:00 Rage

5:30 Today 7:30 Danoz Direct 8:30 Magical Tales 9:00 Fourth Test - Australia Vs India 11:30 The Cricket Show 12:00 Fourth Test Australia Vs India 4:30 Antiques Roadshow 5:00 Alive And Cooking 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Pirate Solution” (PG s) 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: “The Creepy Candy Coating Corollary” 7:30 TBA 8:00 Two And A Half Men: “Frodo’s Headshots” (M s) - Alan comes home from the hospital and encounters a series of daunting challenges. 8:30 Mike And Molly: “57 Chevy Bel Air” - Molly wants to save money for their wedding, but Mike is lured into buying Vince’s 1957 Chevy Bel Air. 9:00 Person Of Interest: Cura Te Ipsum (M s,a) 10:00 TBA 11:00 The Unusuals 12:00 20/20 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Your 4x4 3:30 National Early Morning News / 4:00 Today

5:30 Sunrise 8:30 All For Kids 9:00 Seven Morning News 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 TBA 7:00 2012 Australian Open 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Hyde’s Christmas Rager” - When Hyde throws an unsupervised keg party at his dad’s apartment, Red decides that Bud Hyde needs a lesson in parenting. Also, Donna isn’t thrilled when Jackie drags her along on a girls’ night out. 11:30 Auction Squad: The worst house in the street gets a bargainpriced kitchen, a stunning formal garden, and a smart solution to a terrible bathroom. 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra - Bringing you the best moments of your mornings with the Sunrise team. 5:00 Seven Early News

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Movie: “Les Miserables” (PG) 2:35 Spacefiles 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Last Boarding House In Paris 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8:30 Make Me Smart 9:30 The Man Who Jumped 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Transylvania” (M s,l) - In Romanian, French, English, Italian, Hungarian and Romani. The sultry Asia Argento stars as a woman who throws herself into a romantic quest to search for her ex-lover and gets caught up in the fascinating Romanian gypsy culture. 12:55 Mad Men: “Marriage Of Figaro / New Amsterdam” (M a,l) - Pete returns from his honeymoon, excited about his new marriage, but conflicted about his past encounter with Peggy. Meanwhile, Don’s past seems to be catching up with him. / Don teaches Pete a lesson when he oversteps his authority in dealing with a valuable client. At home, Pete’s new bride pressures him to buy their own apartment unit. 2:50 Weatherwatch Overnight

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4:00 The Chaser’s War On Everything 4:30 Can We Help? 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 State to State Summer 6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News 9:30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10:00 Time Team 11:00 The Hidden Story Of Jesus 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Mapping The World 1:30 The Trophy Room 2:00 Children’s Programs 6:00 Australian Of The Year Announcement 2012 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Outnumbered 8:30 Australia Celebrates 2012 9:30 QI: Flora And Fauna 10:00 The Thick Of It 10:30 ABC News: Late Edition 10:40 Debt-Defying Acts: The Wharf Revue 12:10 Awesome: I.....Shot That! 1:40 The Chasers War On Repeats 2:10 The Story Of India: Spice Routes And Silk Roads - Beginning in Kerala, Michael Wood journeys on an old wooden sailing boat plying its trade from southern India to the Gulf, and tells how the spice trade with the Romans opened up India to the world. 3:05 Rage

5:30 Today 7:30 Danoz Direct 8:30 Magical Tales 9:00 Fourth Test - Australia Vs India 11:30 The Cricket Show 12:00 Fourth Test Australia Vs India 4:30 Antiques Roadshow 5:00 Alive And Cooking 5:30 National News 6:00 A Current Affair 6:30 The Big Bang Theory: “The Cornhusker Vortex” (PG s) 7:00 RBT 8:00 Underbelly Files: The Man Who Got Away (M d,l,s,v) - The true story of Australian criminal genius David McMillan, the only westerner to escape from the notorious ‘Bangkok Hilton’ prison. A rich kid who chose a life of crime, McMillan was on Interpol’s Top Ten Most Wanted list by his early 20s. 10:00 True CSI: Cold Blood: “Close To Home” - The murder of 15year-old Naomi Smith in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England, and the subsequent police investigation are detailed. 11:00 Weeds: “He Taught Me How To Drive By” (MA d,l,n,s,v) 12:00 Memphis Beat: “I Shall Not Be Moved” (M v) 12:30 Entertainment Tonight 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Newstyle Direct 3:00 Your 4x4 3:30 National Early Morning News / 4:00 Today

5:30 Sunrise 8:30 All For Kids 9:00 Seven Morning News 9:30 2012 Australian Open 4:30 2012 Australian Open 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 TBA 7:00 2012 Australian Open: “2012 Australian Open - Night 10” 11:00 That ‘70s Show: “Ice Shack” - Kelso dreams up a ‘romantic’ double-date with Eric and Donna as he attempts to win Jackie back; Kitty wants Red to talk to Laurie because all she does is party all night and sleep all day, and Hyde is driving around in a panic when he discovers that his passenger, Leo, is holding a bag of illegal drugs. 11:30 Auction Squad: Johanna Griggs and the Auction Squad create magic by opening up a boring sunroom to the garden. 12:30 Infomercials 2:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Room For Improvement: “Curl Curl - Hairdressers” Janelle’s Hair Salon is desperately seeking a makeover and the team delivers with cutting edge design. 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News

5:00 Weatherwatch & Music 5:05 World News 1:00 Movie: “Les Miserables” (PG) 2:40 Spaceflies 3:00 Letters And Numbers 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Postman of Mafate 6:00 Letters And Numbers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Luke Gamble’s Vet Adventures: Malawi 8:30 From Sydney To Tokyo By Any Means: Indonesia 9:30 The Chinese Are Coming 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Bitter Victory” (M) - In French. Clovis Cornillac and Christian Clavier shine in this morality tale about a naive architect who aligns himself with a mayoral contender in the hopes that an election victory will grant him social recognition and political favours. 1:00 Movie: “The Airlift (Part 1)” (M l,a) - In German. In 1944, Dr Alex Frieling is called up to fight in the war, leaving his wife Luise and young son Micha behind in Berlin. Four years later Alex is missing in action, presumed dead, and Luise and Micha are trying to cope alone in poor and starving post-war Berlin. 2:45 Weatherwatch Overnight

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CROSSWORD No. 81

SUDOKU No. 81

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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. 81

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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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. 81

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) A person who doesn’t seem to be taking your feelings seriously will make you quite angry. Do your best to see things from this person’s point of view, but at the same time, make sure that you don’t let them take advantage of your good nature. Romance. Your love-life will improve substantially over the next few days. A promise which you thought was unrealistic will ﬁnally be carried out.

TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st) Tension with your boss could lead to further problems if you are not careful. Do your best to stay calm, even if you feel that you are not being treated fairly. Romance. A person who has been admiring you for some time will suddenly pluck up enough courage to talk to you. This person is very shy, and will need a lot of encouragement.

GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) You will be very sensitive to the emotional states of the people around you at the moment. Don’t be pushed into doing something which you think is unethical just in order to please somebody. Romance. A few romantic evenings at home this week with your partner may help to heal a recent rift.

CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) A disagreement which threatens to escalate into a major confrontation may be easier to settle than you realise. You will need to be completely honest with the other people concerned, however. Romance. A good aspect to Venus at the beginning of the week will help you to get your romantic life back on track.

LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) You will be in the mood for some changes and powerful aspect to Uranus will help you to come up with good ideas. You need to see your present situation from an entirely new angle. Romance. Your relationship will gradually strengthen over the course of this week, so long as you are patient. If you try to rush things you will lose more than you gain.

VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd) You will need to sort out your objectives. An approach which is ﬁrm but fair may work best. Don’t let yourself be messed about by somebody who is much younger than you are. Romance. A decision which has been hanging over you for some time will have to be made soon. If you want to make contact with this person, now is the time to start.

LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd) A favourable aspect to Jupiter will make this a lucky week for you. A risky idea which has failed in the past might work this time. Don’t be afraid to stick your neck out. Romance. Your mind may be wandering a little at the moment. Be careful not to miss an important appointment towards the end of the week!

SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) Be careful not to be led on by promises this week which are unlikely to actually come to fruition. Romance. Don’t give up, just because you have had a small set-back. Your luck is about to turn and you need to take advantage of this while you still have the chance.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st) Don’t allow other people’s negativity to hold you back this week. You may be better off without their advice. Romance. You won’t feel you want to be bossed around by anyone at the moment! Your relationship will stay on track so long as your partner doesn’t try too hard to control you.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) A recent dispute should be resolved when both parties are in the mood for a compromise. Don’t attempt anything for the moment, or you will be disappointed. Romance. You will be surprised how much difference a few days make to your love-life.

AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th) A meeting later in the week will help to give your confidence a boost. You will be surprised when you find out how much faith other people have in your abilities! Romance. Don’t be too quick to dismiss a suggestion for improving your relationship. It may seem unrealistic at first, but if you give the matter some thought it could work.

PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) A letter which comes completely out of the blue may shock you. You will need to take stock of the situation before you react. Don’t do anything without consulting your friends. Romance. This should be a very good week for romantic adventures. You will regret it if you do anything sneaky, however.

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Community Assistance and Partnerships Programme 2012 Round 1 of our Community Assistance Programme is open for application submissions from 1 January 2012 to 29 February 2012

Gove Motors has a vacancy for a full-time vehicle Sales Consultant and Personal Assistant (PA) to the General Manager. While an immediate start is preferred, the commencement date can be negotiated for the right applicant.

Rio Tinto Gove’s Community Assistance Programme provides assistance for programmes, events and partnerships which contribute to the sustainable development of the Gove region.

The ideal person will preferably have experience in retail sales, have good attention to detail and demonstrate professional customer service and communication skills. The position would suit someone with a strong administration background and competent computer skills. Knowledge of the automotive industry would be highly regarded. However, you must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to work 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings, 8am – 12noon.

Rio Tinto Gove will give preference to projects that: • have sustainable actions • beneﬁt the local community • have a strong commitment to health, safety and/or the environment • demonstrate a good level of organisation • demonstrate effort has been made to collect funds and support from a range of sources.

A Manual NT C Class drivers licence is essential. The role includes, but is not limited is to: •

Sell new and used vehicles to new and existing customers, while ensuring complete customer satisfaction,

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Control new and used vehicle stock and organise the movement of new vehicle stock from supplier/manufacturer to the dealership,

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Assist Gove Motors customer service delivery across the business by being part of an enthusiastic team,

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Provide support to the General Manager as a Personal Assistant on a daily basis.

Round 1 funding applications will be reviewed during March 2012. A copy of the application form is available from Communities & External Relations ofﬁce: Telephone: Fax: Email: In person:

If you are a motivated individual, have a solid work ethic, are self-motivated and wish to fulﬁl a vibrant role in a locally owned and operated business, then this is a position that would suit you. An attractive numeration package will be offered to the right applicant however please note that no accommodation is offered with the position. Interested applicants should drop in a resume to Gove Motors, Arnhem Road, Nhulunbuy, Attention: Kirsty Winter or email a resume or any enquiries to: kirstywinter@govemotors.com.au

08 8987 5367 08 8987 5250 rtagovecommunity@riotinto.com Communities & External Relations Building John Flynn Drive, Industrial Estate.

Applications for Round 1, 2012 close on 29 February 2012

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: Melissa Mills P: 8987 8053 Helpline:1800 686 2686 jeffandmelissa@bigpond.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

Thu 19

Fri 20

Time 0239 0919 1521 2121

Time 0335 1028 1654 2224

Time 0439 1141 1837 2338

Ht 3.14 1.16 2.59 1.37

Ht 3.12 1.12 2.45 1.59

Sat 21 Ht 3.11 1.04 2.47 1.73

Time 0551 1300 1959

Ht 3.13 0.94 2.58

Sun 22

Mon 23

Time 0106 0702 1413 2100

Time 0229 0808 1510 2148

Ht 1.77 3.19 0.81 2.72

NEW MOON

Ht 1.70 3.29 0.71 2.84

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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

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

NHULUNBUY

Day

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

Monday 02/01 Tuesday 03/01

Squash Club Contact: Donna Marie P: 8987 1272

Thursday 05/01

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

Saturday 07/01

Ht 1.59 3.39 0.65 2.93

Wednesday 04/01

Friday 06/01

Sunday 08/01

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

Tue 24 Time 0329 0905 1558 2228

W/E Jan 8 W/E Jan 8 Variance Actual Usage Target Usage

Scouts Nhulunbuy Contact: Karen Coyle P: 8987 2783

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

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Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga Hala Tupou – Ph: 8987 3553

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

Tide times – Gove Harbour (Melville Bay) Wed 18

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

Weather details o

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 9 33.2 23.2 NIL Tuesday 10 34.5 24.4 NIL Wednesday 11 32.7 25.4 NIL Thursday 12 34.4 24.3 2.8 Friday 13 35.1 25.7 NIL Saturday 14 33.4 26.5 NIL Sunday 15 34.4 25.0 NIL Monthly total rainfall to date: 3.0 mm

Weather details supplied by the Bureau of Meteorology – Gove Airport from Monday, Jan. 9 to Sunday, Jan. 15

Mean sea level pressure Max: 1010.6 hPa on Monday Min: 1003.8 hPa on Sunday Averages for the month January Max temp: 32 Min temp: 24.6 Rainfall: 286.5 mm

SPORT

Competition will test constitution

EARU players in action in Singapore last year.

THE East Arnhem Ruby Union (EARU) will be hosting an Australia vs NZ (and rest of the world) 15-a-side rugby union match and other activities at Hindle Oval on January 25. It will be from 6:30pm until 11pm the day before the Australia Day holiday. Jerseys, first aid and referees will be on-site and Gove FM will be broadcasting from the oval on the night. There will be canteen facilities available with hot and cold food, an ice-cream truck, refreshments for families and also full bar facilities (licensed and with security). It is planned that a curtain-raiser match of a ‘Golden-Oldies’ 7-a-side will provide early entertainment at around 7pm. This is then to be followed at about 7:30pm by the inaugural EARU ‘Iron man’ contest that will test the competitor’s fitness and intestinal fortitude against themselves and each other. Prizes The EARU players run onto the field in Singapore late last year. on offer for first (legal) competitor across the line, and for best chunda! This event will consist of; 200m run - hot can of beer; 200m run - cold pie; 200m run - purple chicken (port and raw egg); 200m run - glass of milk; 50 sit-ups - 3 x dry SAO’s (or toast) - dummy in mouth for final 200m run. All competitors will be assigned a neutral marshal, to ensure all contents in mouth before proceeding to the next station with marshals also posted along the course to ensure nil ejections from RUGBY Union will be pro- coupled with trips to schools the mouth. moted in the top end after new and hospitals. Once the spectators and competitors have recovered, it is Brumbies coach Jake White Mr White said: “I’ve never planned that the Aussie vs Kiwi match will kick off at 8pm with been to Darwin but I’ve heard said the club’s trip to Darwin two 40 minute halves to be played. This is hoped to become an annext month would provide it’s a special place. The chance nual event played for a trophy, aimed to grow to encompass invited such an opportunity. to engage the community up players and guests including yearly jersey commemorations. The Brumbies will play there and promote the BrumThis game is aimed as a fundraiser for the East Arnhem Rugby their opening trial match of bies and rugby in general Union, especially so for sending our local kids to compete within throughout the Northern Terthe season against the Western the state, nationally and internationally. ritory is quite exciting. Force in Darwin on February Presentations should commence around 9:30pm with singing 4. “It’s been a long pre-season and further refreshments to follow. They will remain in Darwin for us and I know the players Colin Snowden will coach the Aussie team while a ‘brains trust’ for a further three days, tak- are keen to get some rugby of Stanford Forbes, Buysa Hoani, Matt ‘Gut’ Grooby and Lai Tora ing time to engage with the under their belts.” will coach the Kiwis, Pacific Islands rest-of-the-world team. community both in regional The Brumbies will start Any interested players (for both games and both teams) are areas with visits planned for their Super 15 season against to contact Colin Snowden on 0402 865706 in the first instance. Nhulunbuy, the Tiwi Islands the Force at Canberra Stadium Players that are interested will need to notify the above ASAP to and Jabiru. These will be on February 24. organise a pre-match meeting/training run/ bonding session. Please come down and support this local club and its juniors.

Brumbies to visit Gove in February

CLASSIFIEDS GOVE PENINSULA MOTEL PTY LTD Post Ofﬁce Box 314, Nhulunbuy, NT 0881 Phone: 08 8987 0700 Fax: 08 8987 0770 ABN: 22 060 107 011 Email: govemotel@bigpond.com Web: www.govemotel.com

POSITION VACANT Casual Housekeeper 8.30am starts. No experience necessary. Looking for an honest, reliable person to join our happy team.

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SPORT

Katelyn to tee off in Alice

Catch of the week

A GOVE junior golfer is in Alice Springs this week competing in the Paul Pearson Cup. Nine-year-old Katelyn Rika was invited to attend just before Christmas so was busy fundraising over the few weeks before the clinic and competition. It was on from Monday and finishes tomorrow. The first two days were a clinic for the Junior golfers aged under 21 followed by two days of competition. Katelyn was excited about attending but made sure she had her lucky cap packed. She had attended the mid-year clinic and was the only one to go over from Gove. Playing for the last two years Katelyn enjoys the challenge of competition but also enjoys playing for leisure. her mother Esther said one of the biggest challenges for the junior golfers is paying for the airfares and accommodation when they wish to attend competitions and offered her artworks for a raffle which will help fund the trip. Results of her efforts will be published next week. Katelyn Rika is in Alice Springs at a junior golf workshop and competition this week

Youth invited on the trip of a lifetime APPLiCAtiONS are now open for Australian youth to join Young Endeavour (pictured) for 11-day voyages along the Queensland and New South Wales coasts during 2012. A voyage in Young Endeavour is a unique experience, and one which develops skills for life. the specially designed youth development programme increases self-awareness, develops teamwork and leadership skills, and builds a strong sense of community spirit. No sailing experience is required and all young Australians aged 16 to 23 can apply. Voyages will depart from townsville, Airlie Beach, Mackay, Gladstone, Brisbane, Newcastle and Sydney. Sydney local Natalie Grove, who sailed the ship along the Pacific Coast in August 2011, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sailing Young Endeavour provided me with an opportunity to push my limits, expand my horizons and to learn to never underestimate myself or the people I am working with. It was definitely the experience of a lifetime.â&#x20AC;? During each 11-day voyage youth crew work with a Royal Australian Navy staff crew to learn the skills to sail a squarerigged tall ship. Each participant has the opportunity to set the sails, take the helm, navigate using the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charts, help the

cook in the galley, and climb to the top of the 30 metre mast. Once they have learned the skills to sail the ship, each youth crew takes command of Young Endeavour for 24 hours, setting a course along the Australian coast. Lucinda hirth, of Melbourne, sailed Cooktown Young Endeavour across the Bass Strait in November. On completing the voyage she said:

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gave me the confidence and skills to achieve my personal goals and to contribute more in my local community when i return home.â&#x20AC;? Youth crew are selected via an online ballot. Applications for the current ballot will be accepted until March 2. Local For more information on dates and fees, or to apply for voyages, visit www. youngendeavour.gov.au.

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With Nhulunbuy being set on the coast and fishing a major pastime the Arafura Times is releasing a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;catch of the weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; column. this is an opportunity for readers to take a photo of their best catch for the week and having it published. to start it off is a shot of Kayne Kissick with the ring tailed sturgeon he caught at the junior fishing competition last year. 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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Riders hit the dirt PHOTOS BY TAN FOSTER The Nhulunbuy Motor Cycle Club held a fun day practice session for both senior and junior riders on Sunday. It was a great day out and no injuries even though a few fell off in the mud though all having lots of fun.

The next event will held on February 5. The club would like to thank all those who put in a hard days work on Saturday to continue to upgrade the track and facilities. The club welcomes sponsorship and interest from businesses around town to help us get the venue fenced.

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

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