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8 - 14 July 2013 • Thursday Island • www.torresnews.com.au • editor@torresnews.com.au • Edition No. 1073 • $2.00 inc. GST
The drama of the Coming of the Light
A re-enactment on Thursday Island of Reverend Samuel MacFarlane (played by Warren Entsch) bringing the Bible to the Torres Strait on July 1, 1871. He is greeted by a warrior (played by Leo Akee) during the Coming of the Light celebrations. More photos, report Page16 >>
Close the border call on TB By STEFAN ARMBRUSTER
A TORRES Strait Mayor has called for the border shared with PNG to be shut, after the first death of a Tor-
res Strait Islander from multi-drug resistant TB, most likely contracted from a PNG source. The Torres Strait Island Regional Council is no longer authorising
border crossings which it says the Departments of Foreign Affairs and Immigration should enforce. TSIRC Mayor Fred Gela said his council has forced the hand of the
Australian Government who has not closed the border. His council are not approving any request to travel back and forth. “This is not only applied to the
incoming visitors from PNG but even preventing our people from visiting their communities as well, so it works both ways. Continued Page 2 >>
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Close the border call on TB
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“Underneath the treaty provision, if anybody travels without these permits being executed, then it contravenes the Torres Strait Treaty and these individuals can be penalised.” DFAT says the infection risk is low and the border will not be closed. Mayor Gela said they want better tuberculosis testing and health services on both sides of the border. “The proposal that has been put forward is to suspend and cease all movements underneath the treaty arrangements until such time that we are satisfied that contact tracing has been done,” Mayor Gela said. “This is the move my council has
made to safeguard the rest of our community. “Recent statistics of movement under the treaty arrangement show that it has been pretty busy over the last year, with a record of about 26,000 people moving. “So the people of our community are in a pretty vulnerable position.” The World Health Organisation (WHO) has welcomed an extra $10 million for Papua New Guinea from the Global Fund to Fight Tuberculosis, but says more needs to be done, including in Western Province. Approval for the funding has coincided with the release of a WHO report praising the work of AusAid on the international border in the
Torres Strait. Mayor Gela believes WHO report is not an accurate reflection of what is happening in the region, citing the recent death of a Torres Strait Islander as an example. “In theory, it’s a good strategy on a piece of paper but, if it happens down on the ground, that’s another matter entirely,” he said. “We are not going to step back and shy away from our position until we’re satisfied that the screening has been done and its been contained. “Despite what department reports may say, we’re not stupid, we have families and people on the PNG side telling us what’s actually really happening. “Until the provision of these
Papua New Guineans arriving at Saibai island being met by immigration and quarantine officers (photo SBS Stefan Armbruster).
services are readily available and accessible to these individuals, we are going to relax on the position that we have. “It’s our families lives who are vulnerable and at the front line,” he said. The WHO report also says there are weaknesses in TB diagnoses, the number of qualified health workers and maintaining drug supplies. Co-author of the report, the WHO’s TB specialist in PNG, Dr Shalala Ahmadova, said: “Much had been accomplished but much still remains to be done. “Our report has found there has been clear progress in TB prevention and control in southern districts.” Now the Daru Hospital has now
been equipped with a digital X-ray, which has lead to the diagnosis of more patients being found to have TB. “There is also the construction of a new TB wing of the hospital and all this has resulted in the treatment success rate in all patients gradually increasing. Dr Ahmadova has made specific recommendations for the PNG’s South Fly districts. “We found the reporting of TB cases needed some improvement, as did human resources capacity to implement the problematic intervention training and supervision. Also ensuring the logistics for drug planning distribution needs to be improved.”
Police use sniffer dog in drug raid POLICE on Thursday Island conducted a drug raid on the evening of Wednesday July 3 and seized a quantity of cannabis. Two people were charged and will be appearing in the local court this week and a third person was directed to a diversion awareness program, the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Service (ATODS).
Snr Sgt Jamie Horn said: “This operation was based on intelligence we had collected and we were assisted with the use of Custom’s drug detection dog that is currently in the area.” If anybody has information about drugs or other illegal activity in the community, please call Crime Stoppers (1800 333 000).
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No further cases of skin infection on Saibai NO FURTHER cases of Acute Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis (APSGN) on Saibai have been detected since the outbreak on June 14. Screening for the bacterial skin infection of all children aged between one and 17 has been completed. Torres Strait-Northern Peninsula Hospital and Health Service Executive Director of Medical Services Dr Oscar Whitehead said, if untreated, the skin infection APSGN could affect the filtering units of the kidneys and lead to kidney disease. “This has been a phenomenal effort by the screening team from Cairns and Thursday Island and staff from the Saibai Island Primary Health
Care Centre,’’ Dr Whitehead said. He said 103 of the 159 screened children, who had been identified as being as at some risk, had been given an injection of antibiotics to combat the bacteria. He said no one had been hospitalised as a result of the current outbreak and there had been no further cases diagnosed since the original four. Dr Whitehead said the Saibai outbreak was unlikely to be linked to the recent outbreak of APSGN on Thursday Island in March. “It may possibly be linked to unseasonable rain on Saibai,’’ he said. Dr Whitehead said symp-
toms to look out for were a puffy face and skin sores. High blood pressure, scabies and the passing of blood in the urine also were associated with the condition, An affected person also could have fever, headache, anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. Dr Whitehead said if untreated the condition could lead to possible kidney failure. “Treatment is quite simple, through a single injection of antibiotics and, if necessary, a course of tablets to control blood pressure,’’ he said. “Most people make a good recovery with no evidence of any lasting long-term effects.’’
Dr Whitehead said Saibai Island residents also could ensure the skin infection did not spread by maintaining good personal hygiene. “You should wash your hands and body with soap, sleep in a clean bed, wash your sheets and towels and wash and wear clean clothes every day,’’ he said. “Please also keep your house and yard clean and dispose of garbage properly.’’ Dr Whitehead said, apart from the most recent outbreak on Thursday Island in March this year, last outbreak of APSGN identified in the Torres Strait also was on Thursday Island in 2008 when just over 600 children had been screened.
New Police Inspector for Torres Strait By AARON SMITH QUEENSLAND Police has undergone a restructure, resulting in the permanent posting of a new senior officer on Horn Island. Instead of one inspector for the whole Far North Queensland region, there are now two. David Lacey, is the Inspector of the Torres Strait Patrol Group, a role that previously operated out of Cairns. “Queensland Police recognised the cultural diversity of Far North Queensland (FNQ) and has divided the territory into two regions. “So now there will be an Inspector based in Cape York and another in Torres Strait, which includes Bamaga,” he said. Inspector Lacey has 32 years experience working for Queensland Police, mostly in FNQ based in Cairns and Cape York. He has also worked as the
Police Prosecutor on Thursday Island and has some metropolitan police experience in Mackay and on the Gold Coast. “We have some unique issues in Torres Strait, such as illegal immigrants, so we work closely with Customs and the Department of Immigration. Anyone one with a decent tinnie and an outboard can traverse most of the Strait in a ‘TI Taxi’, so we need to focus on movements throughout the area. “Another aspect we are focussing on is developing close links the communities and the Elders. “The Community Police Officers, currently under jurisdiction of local councils, will as of October 1 be transferred to the Queensland Police and become Torres Strait Island Police Support Officers. “We will be giving these officers additional training and this will further strengthen our ties with the local communities from where they come from,”
Inspector David Lacey he said. Inspector Lacey is looking forward to exploring Horn Island, where he will be based, with his mountain bike.
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Three-day program for Gab Titui grand reopening THE Gab Titui Cultural Centre on Thursday Island reopens this month, following a refurbishment that has transformed the site into a modern, functional space for cultural and artistic expression. Extended, climate-controlled exhibition areas, improved access and new performance spaces are just some of the features of the new look Gab Titui to be unveiled at the reopening on July 23. First opened in 2004, Gab Titui is the Torres Strait’s first keeping place for historical artefacts and contemporary Indigenous art, dedicated to preserving, revitalising, developing and promoting the unique culture and art of the region. The Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) Chairman, Mr Joseph Elu, said with a three-day program showcasing the latest Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal music, dance, film and exhibitions, Gab Titui will launch a new chapter offering a broader and more-diverse range of programs and services for the community. “The new Gab Titui will open with the 6th Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award, an annual exhibition presenting 77 new works of art by locally residing Torres
Strait Islander and Aboriginal artists. “A newly developed cultural maintenance exhibition Keriba Ad/Ngoelmun Gidhal: Our Stories will feature in the extended Ephraim Bani Gallery, making use of new museum quality display facilities to share culturally significant artefacts chosen by the 20 communities of the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area. A new outdoor program area will showcase performances by the Wabunaw Geth Dancers, Thaiwa Dance Team from Iama and Muyngu Koekaper Dance Team from Saibai, as well as local musicians Bob Kaige, Joey Tapau and Patrick Mau, who is also set to preview three new songs from his upcoming album during the celebrations. “Other launches include the biography of Henry ‘Seaman’ Dan and Torres Strait documentary, Ailan Kastom, which will feature alongside several short films in a Torres Strait film night,” Mr Elu said. “Local community and visitors will also be able to learn more about the art and culture of the Torres Strait and NPA through art demonstrations and workshops, showcasing traditional and contemporary art techniques, including carving, weaving and jewellery making.” Mr Elu said the reopening would be a milestone event for the Gab Titui Cultural Centre. “Gab Titui’s reopening is about celebrating our successes and moving forward with the growing profile of Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal culture and art,” Mr Elu said. “We’re looking forward to the community getting involved in the reopening celebrations and in the future as well”. For more information on Gab Titui’s reopening program or to find out how you can get involved contact Gab Titui Manage, Mary Bani (07 4069 0888).
Gab Titui’s new building offers ocean views, expanded air conditioned gallery spaces and new performance areas. LEFT: Henry ‘Seaman’ Dan will launch his new book at the reopening of the Centre. Image: Daniel Walding, AIATSIS. RIGHT: Pat Mau, Bob Kaige and Joey Tapau are all set to perform at Gab Titui’s reopening celebrations.
There is no place like home Josiah Nona, Sonetta Nona and Manuta Baira reconnect with their forebears at the St Paul’s cemetery. Josiah, Sonetta and Manuta at Elia Pine near St Paul’s village MANY Outer Island families move They crossed the Strait to Moa Josiah Nona were introduced to early settler families at the turn of the Now students of St Paul’s Camfrom their island homes to Thursday Island, away from their birthplace important places of their heritage 20th century as they built the village. pus, and, with the support of their Island or the mainland in order to and into the village of St Paul’s by their grandfather Denis Newie. The children enjoyed visiting extended family, Sonetta, Manatu educate their children or find work. where their grandmother was born He took them to the old cemetery swimming and fishing places in the and Josiah are settling in well to For three Badu children, moving and their great-great-grandfather to see their great-great-grandfather’s St Paul’s surrounds, and the stories, their new home, enriched by the home was not quite so dramatic or was laid to rest. tombstone where they were told of traditional names and meanings of knowledge of who their forebears traumatic. Sonetta Nona, Manatu Baira and the toil, and hardships faced by the the land and sea. are and where they come from. Page 6 Torres News 8 - 14 July 2013
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Kitesurfing across Torres Strait to raise money for charity LEFT and RIGHT: Richard Hatherall, Nick Cole and Alex Unsworth training at Green Island. By AARON SMITH A TEAM of 14 kitesurfers will being sailing across Torres Strait this week to raise money for charity. The Pink Torres Kitesurfing Expedition will kitesurf some 280km over five days. They will depart from Cape York on July 12 and head up to Saibai. They are trying to raise $100,000 for the McGrath Foundation, which provides support to survivors of breast cancer. 100 per cent of their donations go to the cause as they are self-funding the expedition. One of the kitesurfers, Richard Hatherall, from Sydney, said: “We’ve all been talking about doing a crossing like this for a while and Torres Strait has never been done successfully before. So this trip will be the combination of a huge challenge, adventure, and all for a great cause.” The kitesurfers will stopover at Kirkadie Reef and Coconut island, Yorke Island and Mission Reef Sand Cay. Along the way, they will run kite flying clinics with the local community. Five emergency boats manned with Torres Strait Islanders will follow the team to provide back up against any curious wildlife. “We’re really hoping we don’t fall in. The boats following us will rescue anyone within three minutes. But we’ve all been training pretty hard, so hopefully it doesn’t happen,” he said. The McGrath Foundation’s mission is to ensure every Australian family experiencing breast cancer has access to a breast care nurse, no matter where they live or their financial situation. They estimate 150 nurses are needed to achieve this. As of June, 2013, the McGrath Foundation has helped support over 20,000 Australian families experiencing breast cancer, ensuring their physical, psychological and basic support needs are met. To find out more about the McGrath Foundation, visit the website: www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au.
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JULY Mon 1. Coming of the Light shire holiday Mon 1 - Fri 5. Optometrists Visiting Bamaga. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Thu 4 - Sun 7. Island-of-Origin rugby league carnival, Badu Mon 8 - Fri 12. Optometrists Visiting Thursday Island. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Fri 5. Rotary breakfast meeting, Grand Hotel, 7am Fri 12. Rotary breakfast meeting, Grand Hotel, 7am Fri 12. NAIDOC Awards Night Gala Ball, PKA Hall 7pm Sat 13. Mini Markets, PKA Hall, 9am-noon Mon 15 - Tue 16. Optometrists Visiting St Paul. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Tue 16. Torres Shire Council monthly meeting, Council Chambers TI 9am Wed 17 - Thu 18. Optometrists Visiting Kubin. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Fri 19. Rotary breakfast meeting, Grand Hotel, 7am Fri 19 - 21. Torres Strait Power of the Spirit Ministry District Conference, Poruma Island Mon 22. NAIDOC Opening Ceremony Tagai School, Horn Island Mon 22. Fred Hollows Human Rights and Adocacy Training application deadline Mon 22 - Wed 24. Optometrists Visiting Badu Island. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Tue 23. NAIDOC Elder’s Storytelling Tagai College, TI, 9.30 - 11am Tue 23. Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award opening night Thu 25. Optometrists Visiting Mabuiag. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Fri 26. Rotary breakfast meeting, Grand Hotel, 7am Fri 26. NAIDOC luncheon Jumula Dubbins Hostel Sat 27. Mini Markets, PKA Hall TI, 9am - 12 noon Mon 29 - Tue 30. Optometrists Visiting Hammond Island. Phone (07) 4033 7575 Wed 31. Optometrists Visiting Horn Island. Phone (07) 4033 7575
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Torres Strait Islander leaders ‘working together’ I AM responding here to Patrick Mills’ ‘overview’ of the Fisheries Forum, the one he did not attend, with the Commonwealth Fisheries Minister on June 12. Firstly, to suggest the “meeting was arranged deliberately” during a neap tide to avoid fishermen is an irresponsible claim as Interim Chair of of the Torres Strait Fishing Association. It reflects a poor understanding of Ministerial Schedules (particularly leading up to an election) and does not appreciate the challenge and effective lobbying to get Minister Joe Ludwig to agree, let alone commit, to such a proposal. For the information of TSFA Members, I approached Mr Mills personally on TI on the day of the forum and expressed my support for the Association. I also encouraged Mr Mills to attend the forum and suggested we should talk following, about what support I might be able to provide TSFA. Since reading his ‘overview’ in last week’s Torres News, I have tried to contact Mr Mills
I AM writing to make a comment on an article that appeared in the edition of the Torres News (24 30 June 2013) on the Letters to the Editor Column; titled “PBC looking after best interests of traditional land owners”. There are few things that are confusing to my consciousness. Firstly, the body of the message was aimed at Michael Passi here on Mer in ways that become more like a personal attack on him - this is not in the best interest of the Meriam land owners. As a Meriam Elder, I would agree with the PBC looking after best interest of traditional land owners but what is said in the article misinterprets what the Federal Court decision stated in the Native Title Act 1993 (as amended). From Meriam interpretations, we understand that: The Native Title of Meriam people be held in trust Mer Gedkem Le Corp. be the Trustee of the Native Title as a PBC and Mer Gedkem Le Corp. is to hold the Rights and Interests from time to time comprising the Native Title in Trust for the Meriam people. So what happened on Mer on 14th December 2012? Without the majority’s support from Meriam land owners, our Rights were signed off by the Mer Gedkem Le Corp. with external
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roles seriously for the benefit of my people. If Mr Mills, the interim Chair of the TSFA, had attended the Fisheries Forum on June 12, he would have personally witnessed the Federal Minister pull out his ‘trump’ card and talk about being ready and best able to assist us when we are in agreement, when we have a unified way forward. I am interested in working together, with Mr Mills and TSFA, with all Torres Strait fisheries stakeholders, to gain 100 per cent control of our fisheries and all that needs to be done in between. When you’re ready to do the same Mr Mills, return my calls and let’s talk about a way forward, as Torres Strait Islander leaders working together. The PZJA website - www.pzja.com.au - has a record of all PZJA committee meetings including working groups, MACs and PZJA decisions. Also, in the meantime, I will arrange a package of information your way to help inform and support the TSFA. Kenny Bedford Erub Fisheries Management Association
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to answer his claims and questions personally. He has not answered or responded to my messages. If the TSFA Interim Chair had attended the same Fisheries Forum on June 12, he would have learnt that the TSRA Board has agreed and is committed to reviewing its advisory and representative structure to improve TIB fisheries representation. Interim representation action is also taking place. Torres Strait has full-time, part-time and occasional commercial fishers across a number of species. I am not sure who “the true” fishers Mr Mills refers to in his discussion. Do TSFA Members know? I have a current TIB licence. I fish commercially. I have fished the TRL, Trochus, Beche de mer, Spanish Mackeral and Finfish fisheries in Torres Strait. I am Erubam, a traditional owner residing at Erub. I put up my hand to lead and have the mandate of Erubam le, of our community fishers and the respective elected representatives throughout Torres Strait. I take my leadership
agencies for the Freehold Title in Trust. According to the Meriam customs on land tenure, people were trusted with a fiduciary duties to care for someone else’s property that they know is not theirs, they are only Caretakers. Secondly, the letter mentioned that “the Native Title Act 1993 provides our PBC to be native title body corp. pursuant to determination orders made by the Federal Court of Australia.” This article statement obviously produces the ignorance of some people who cannot take a grasp of our traditional laws of ‘tag mauki mauki; teter mauki mauki and etc but yet they continue to preach about respect of this Country’s Indigenous culture. It mentioned also that “the PBC is working on ways in which the Meriam people can assume direct management of their own housing (in addition to the ownership secured by way of the land transfer);” this is absurd - how can we assume direct management of our own housing if we are not certain who will own the land that was once ours. It continues to read that “the PBC continues to hold off granting a 40 years housing lease to the Queensland Government until all the alternatives have been explored.” Isn’t that statement contradicts
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the action that have occurred in 14th December 2012 and isn’t that too flamin late to stop it now; the Meriam people have witnessed a Big Show that was arranged and put up on MER Island - Papers were signed between the PBC and the State Government. The Meriam Elders and any Meriam person alive have never backed out from our traditional laws of the Tag mauki mauki and so forth. We have always upheld our own traditional laws with pride and dignity. Our plaintiffs in the “MABO Case” have utilized these laws in the High Court of Australia which resulted in their case so successfully completed. I would kindly request someone to explain to me why we are backing out from the 40-years lease laws produced by the Federal and State Legislation. In our Culture; Unless there was a ‘Will’ drawn up and signed (modern technology) by the responsible person(s) within the family group to any member of that particular family; no member of the eight Tribes of Mer, not even any member of that particular family, would make decision on behalf of and declare their own family’s land for occupation by other people; the leasing of the land even to a Meriam person; or to any developers to develop the land without
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proper and thorough consultations with the Eldest Brother/Son of the family involved. There was no Trusteeship involve in our Social Structure. People spoke their own rights, but no one speaks on behalf of the family, except the Eldest Brother/ Son of that particular family. However, we do have a Primary/Original Land Owners (Sule) and Caretakers/Secondary Land Owners (Berber kebile) in the system of our Ancient Civilization to manage and monitor the family’s land. We are now obviously backing out from the 40-years lease arrangements, which was structured from an alienated perspectives, influences and directions that is not part of the existence of our daily lifestyle and cultural wellbeing. Where is that respect to our Cultural Protocols. WE MIGHT NEED TO THINK HARDER. M E R WA I S I G E M E RTE D AWA G O TAT G E WAISKEDAWA. (Mer is immoveable, basis itself on the Solid Rock. If you do not stand on Malo’s Laws, you are a driftwood that shifts to and fro by Society). Thanking you Kindly. Yours Sincerely, Elder Ron B. Day MER Island.
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Straight talking with Indigenous women
Steven Tomsana at the opening of the Island and Cape store on Horn Island in May.
Island and Cape nominated for prestigious award
SENATOR Jan McLucas sat down for some robust discussion with four Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women during the last week of Parliamentary sittings in Canberra in the last week of June. Mabuiag’s Flora Warrior, Hayley Booth, Carly O’Brien, Elise Wall were participants in Oxfam Australia’s Straight Talk National Summit for 2013 and met with Senator McLucas to discuss matters confronting Indigenous women across the Australia. Senator McLucas said all four women raised some important issues and she was particularly encouraged by their passion and enthusiasm for making positive changes not just within their com-
munities, but around the country. “It is fantastic to see these women so engaged in Indigenous issues and committed to improving outcomes for their communities,” said Senator McLucas. “By sharing their experiences, they can help other women overcome barriers as well as further develop their own skills, knowledge and confidence. “I have no doubt these impressive women are role models for other Indigenous women and they should be very proud of what they have achieved to date. Along with Flora Warrior, four other women from the Torres Strait also attended the Straight Talk summit and Senator McLucas had the opportunity to informally meet
with Lilly Jane (LJ) Shibasaki on the return flight to Cairns. “I had a great yarn with LJ about how I can support the participants from the Torres Strait to continue to advocate for women into the future. “I am sure Hilda Mosby, Petrine Saunders, Phoebe Pilot and Flora will also talk highly of their experiences at this year’s Straight Talk and bring some new insights and wisdom back to the community. “Participation in Straight Talk is something which I value greatly for the opportunities to explore ways of working together to advance reconciliation and achieve greater justice and equality for Indigenous Australians. Flora Warrior in Canberra.
ISLAND & CAPE supermarkets in Torres Strait and Cape York area, have been nominated for a prestigious gong at the 2013 Queensland Reconciliation Awards in Brisbane next month. The Far North Queensland retail store operator and warehouse distributor has been recognised by the Queensland Government for its innovative Community Store Partnership Model. Island & Cape Retail Operations Manager Craig Oxlade said the model has been gaining momentum and recognition as a successful alternative to the way in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait community stores have traditionally operated. “Through the Community Store Partnership Model and the In Job Training initiative, Island & Cape is committed to training Indigenous people into real jobs,” said Mr Oxlade. “We ensure all tertiary training is aligned with practical training, and we achieve this in partnership with various government and non government stakeholders.” Island & Cape’s co-nomination in the Partnership category is with Aurukun Shire Council, where the company operates one of its seven stores in Far North Queensland. Since Island & Cape began operations in Aurukun in 2004, this has brought immediate and positive changes to the Aurukun supermarket and the community in general. Some examples of this include: • Community pride and ownership of the Aurukun supermarket. • On-going employment opportunities for locals. • Health benefits to customers by providing fresher produce. • Cheaper products. The company currently retails in three stores in Cape York communities (Aurukun, Wujal Wujal and Hope Vale) and four in the Torres Strait (Badu Island, Dauan Island, Horn Island and Yorke Island), and currently has almost 20 traineeships in retail stores. Island & Cape employs more than 140 staff, more than 70 per cent of which are Indigenous, and the company is an integral link in the supply chain of providing vital goods and services, including food and clothing, to these Indigenous communities across Far North Queensland. Mr Oxlade said Island & Cape has a proud history of working closely with remote communities across the region. “Island & Cape always plays an active role in the communities where we operate,” he said. “We continually invest in the communities, through infrastructure, employment and social contribution. Giving back is a core value of Island & Cape.” The Island & Cape retail division provides Indigenous communities across Far North Queensland with food and goods through retail stores, supermarkets and takeaways. This year’s Queensland Reconciliation Award winners will be announced on July 11at a ceremony in Brisbane during NAIDOC Week. Torres News
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Addressing the community at Buji. By AARON SMITH A MULTI-agency visit to Papua New Guinea (PNG) was successfully completed on June 27. For 12 days the Torres Strait Treaty Awareness Visit (TAV) provided an important opportunity to exchange views on the functioning of the Treaty between Australian/PNG Government Agencies and traditional inhabitants in the Western Province. This year’s TAV visited all 13 PNG Treaty villages for the first time since 2011. During this visit 1500 life jackets were donated to the villages and boats were tagged with identification labels to deter illegal fishing by non-treaty villages. The initiative came about following a request from traditional inhabitants of the Torres Strait Treaty Villages. The request was supported by the Joint Advisory Council to the Torres Strait Treaty, an advisory body made up of Australian and Papua New Guinea officials. Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) funded and delivered the initiative. AMSA Chief Executive Officer Graham Peachey said: “Community members from these coastal villages undertake
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Treaty awareness visit in PNG extended open water voyages to visit Australian island communities in the Torres Strait to take part in traditional activities. “The operators and passengers of these vessels are aware of the need for safety equipment. “However the remote location of their villages, combined with low socioeconomic factors, puts equipment such as life-jackets out of reach for most villagers.” The visit was multi-agency/multijurisdictional delegation comprising: AMSA, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australian Fisheries management Authority, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Department of Immigration and Citizenship, AusAID, Department of Health and Ageing, National Maritime Safety Authority (PNG), National Fisheries Authority (PNG), Department of Foreign Affairs (PNG) Adrian Davidson, AMSA’s Community Liaison Officer, who attended the mission said: “These requests for life-jackets and boat identification have been unanimous from all the treaty
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villages. As well as protecting their lives, they are also interested in protecting their fishing territory from non-treaty villages. “With up 25 people travelling in these boats at one time, these life jackets could avert a potential major disaster. “Also the high quality boat labelling assists in aerial identification which can be useful in search and rescue operations as well as monitoring fishing activities. “You just can’t put a price on protecting livelihoods, but more importantly on protecting lives.” The Torres Strait Marine Safety Program (TSMSP) was initiated in July, 2006, as a joint initiative between AMSA, Maritime Safety Queensland and the Torres Strait Regional Authority. In addition to providing safety equipment, the program runs a number of safety courses and information sessions in an effort to reduce the number of incidents of lost seafarers in the Torres Strait region, increase the chances of survival of lost
seafarers and increase community and industry commitment to safety. The trip was quite unique to the Pacific Region, with government officials from Australia and PNG, crew and support staff from various ethnic, cultural and professional backgrounds working together in a very remote region. As well as the formal proceedings by PNG and Australian Government officials, community leaders were encouraged to raise any concerns, provide
feedback and discuss issues associated with the Treaty. Topics discussed included; biosecurity, immigration, boat safety and concerns with tuberculosis in the Western Province. “The success of this visit is that it built confidence in the joint advisory process, on both sides of the border,” said Arian. “If validity of the lifejacket project was needed, the delegation by chance passed a PNG banana boat from a community visited earlier in the trip. “We were very excited to see all the occupants smiling with their newly acquired lifejackets,” he said.
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TRSA rates Fishery Forum important step forward THE Torres Strait Protected Zone Joint Authority (PZJA) has confirmed that its priority for future management of the tropical rock lobster fishery is to develop and implement a formal management plan. The Chair of the Torres Strait Protected Zone Joint Authority (PZJA) and former Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator Joe Ludwig, visited Thursday
Island last month for a community forum on the future of the industry. More than one hundred Torres Strait tropical rock lobster fishery industry representatives, including Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal fishers from across region participated in the forum. The PZJA is the body that makes decisions about how traditional and commercial fisheries in the
Torres Strait are managed. The other members of the PZJA are the Queensland Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Mr John McVeigh, and the Torres Strait Regional Authority Chairman (TSRA), Mr Joseph Elu. “It was an important opportunity for fishers to talk to the decision makers and to talk to each other about the future of the kaiar fishery”, Mr Elu said. “The PZJA has been working towards a manage-
ment plan for the fishery for a number of years Mr Elu said it had been agreed that the PZJA priority was to progress a formal management plan for the fishery. “It is important that we have these discussions so that the management can move forward. “The conversations need to continue and the TSRA will be working with the other PZJA agencies [the Australian Fisheries Management Authority and Queensland Department of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry] to hold consultations”, Mr Elu said. He said the PZJA will be consulting extensively with communities to put together the draft management plan. “Once communities support a draft plan, we can look at what interim management is required to move towards implementing that plan”, Mr Elu said. “At the moment, there is no enforceable limit on the amount of tropical rock lobster that can be caught
by commercial fishers and the current management approach is a free-for-all. “Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people’s interests will be protected once the management plan is introduced.” Mr Elu said that ownership and control are important issues. “Without a management plan, ownership means nothing,” Mr Elu said. “A management plan will mean that the share owned by the Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal
sector can only be taken by those fishers.” “I encourage everyone with an interest in the fishery to separate the issues of ownership and control from the issues of management and operation.” Mr Elu said that when there is clear advice through the consultative process about the management plan the PZJA will consider what interim arrangements are needed. “I will continue to ask the PZJA to bring back effort reductions for 2014”.
Frank Loban explaining turtle and dugong management plans to visiting Arnarvon Rangers from the Solomon Islands
Conference spotlight on Indigenous research TORRES Strait Islander Frank Loban will join other Indigenous academics, researchers and students at an international conference in Cairns addressing how research can be used to help build strong, healthy and sustainable Indigenous communities. Sustainable International Leadership in Indigenous Research: pathways, potential and practice will be held on July 9-10 at The Cairns Institute at James Cook University. Conference convenor Dr Felecia Watkin Lui, who is Director of Research Training at the School of Indigenous Australian Studies at JCU, said the conference would showcase genuine partnerships with Indigenous communities and celebrate quality Indigenous-led and controlled research. “Leading Indigenous academics had been secured as keynote speakers including University of Sydney Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Strategy and Services) Professor Shane Houston,” she said. “Professor Houston is the first Aboriginal person to be appointed to such a senior role at any Australian university and is considered a major change agent in Indigenous education so we are looking forward to his address. “In addition to our keynote speakers, the conference will explore ways of building strong, healthy and sustainable Indigenous communities by bringing together an expert panel of local and international Indigenous people to engage in a discussion that challenges us to think about new ways of working with Indigenous knowledge. “While this conference involves university-based research, we also want to engage non-academic delegates by including community-based research. Torres Strait Regional Authority Project Manager (Sea) Frank Loban will discuss his research involving training local people in dugong satellite tracking, which in turn informs the management of Torres Strait sea country. “Frank embodies the concept of sustainability in Indigenous communities as he came from the Torres Strait to study in Townsville and has returned to his community to use his skills, qualifications and Indigenous knowledge of the local area. “Sustainable research like his can have the long-term effect of empowering Indigenous people to be involved with research and realise the aspirations of their community,” Dr Lui said. In conjunction with the conference, a free community event will be held on July 10 from 2pm to mark NAIDOC Week. Torres News
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LEFT: Kai Lowah and Denzel Briscoe meeting with Senator Jan McLucas. RIGHT: Kai Lowah and Denzel Briscoe outside Parliament House. “They showed a real interest A STUDENT from the Torres students with exposure to life Strait has experienced the in- in the Australian Public Service in our parliament and how policy ner workings of the Australian and a behind the scenes look at is developed and I was most imParliament in Canberra as part of how the Australian Parliament pressed at their many questions! “I know we’ll be seeing more the Learn Earn Legend! Work Ex- operates. During their week in Canberra, of these young men in the years posure with Government program. Kai Lowah was hosted by the students toured Parliament to come; they have the potential Queensland Senator and Minister House, watched Question Time, to become future leaders in for Human Services Jan McLucas, visited the Australian Institute of whichever field they choose after joining around 100 Aboriginal Sport and learned more about the they finish school, and also as role and Torres Strait Islander students wide range of policies developed models in their communities. visiting the nation’s capital for the and delivered by the Australian “Congratulations to Kai and week-long program from June Public Service. Denzel for really grabbing hold The program also showed stu- of this opportunity with both 17-21. Kai is originally from the dents possible job opportunities hands.” Torres Strait and has family on and pathways into government Senator McLucas also arranged Moa (St Pauls) and Yorke (Masig) work. for Chief Petty Officer and Navy They had the chance to meet Strategic Advisor for Indigenous Islands. Also taking part from the rugby league player Joel Thomp- Cultural Affairs in the Australian Far North was Denzel Briscoe son as well as heard from Young Navy, who is also a Cairns local, who has family in Mossman and Australian of the Year Akram Ray Rosendale to meet with the Cairns; both are Year 11 students Azimi.. students, discussing the various Senator McLucas said: “It has job and study opportunities availattending St Peters College in been fantastic having Kai and able within the defence force. Brisbane. The program provides Abo- Denzel in my office in Parliament Kai’s report on the visit to riginal and Torres Strait Islander House. Canberra appears below.
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MY name is Kai Lowah. I am from Cairns but go to school in Brisbane at St Peters Lutheran College. I am a Torres Strait Islander from the islands of Moa (St Pauls) and Yorke (Masig). Myself and two other students, Denzel Briscoe and Daijah Martens, were chosen to attend a trip to Canberra to experience work exposure throughout Parliament House. Being part of the Learn Earn Legend program so far has been a great experience. Having the opportunity to work under Senator Jan McLucas and her team of helpers, and also getting to know the whole team was just awesome. During our day with Senator McLucas we had the opportunity to watch her in Question Time in the Senate. From a personal perspective, Question Time was really interesting. Another highlight of our day would have to be going on a tour of Parliament House. Getting to see where everyone worked was great. Part of the tour was going on the roof of Parliament House. While we were on the roof we got an amazing view of Canberra itself. But while enjoying the beautiful view that Canberra holds, nothing could stop the ice cold wind hitting our faces. After sight-seeing from the roof of Parliament house, Denzel and I had the honour to meet Chief Petty Officer, Ray Rosendale. Ray Rosendale is the Navy Strategic Advisor for Indigenous Cultural Affairs. From the short time we had with Mr Rosendale, he gave a quick very interesting insight of what the Navy Defence Force has to offer for young Indigenous people. Our experience in Senator McLucas’ office has been a very great one. Personally, meeting Senator McLucas was such a great honour, and meeting her team was great. I would like to thank Senator McLucas for her time.
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Torres Strait Police Patrol Project figures released
LEFT: Water Police on patrol. ABOVE: Outer Cluster, INSET: Possession Island
THE TORRES Strait Mobile Policing Project, which commenced in July, 2011, has released a summary of its results. Cairns Police launched this unique project to improve service delivery to the people of the Torres Strait, by providing extensive proactive and reactive air and sea patrols in an effort to engage the community. David Lacey, Inspector of the Torres Patrol Group, based on Horn Island said: “These results are mostly from our pro-active response. “We have been working hard at increasing the footprint of the police presence in the Torres Strait, not just as law enforcement but also with community engagement. “We are making an effort to visit every community and to meet with the Elders of those communities.” This project has provided a safety platform to work on changing the perceptions of local people about the role Queensland Police has in protecting the community and stopping crime. “The Torres Strait region has been divided into three sectors which are patrolled by sea or by air,” he said. Using the 22-metre QPS vessel the William Conroy as a mobile police station, the project has resulted in over 16,000 hours of community focused crime prevention and community engagement. “The Conroy patrols go for 10 days at a time and carry both uniform police and detectives from different divisions. “What we don’t reach by boat we access by plane or helicopter, ensuring we regularly cover the whole region,” he said. This includes more than 250 outer island visits using the QPS airwing plane, Baydhamaw Kupay. This regular patrol schedule has been running for nearly two years. It runs in partnership with other Government agencies to engage both adults and youth in these communities through school visits, lectures, blue light discos and other policing events. A summary of the results from the marine and air patrols up to April 1, 2013, are outlined below. ACTIVITY OUTCOMES Investigations/inquiries Arrests/Notice to Appear Caution/Conference Charges Drug Diversions Reportable Offenders visited Random Breath Tests Search Warrants Community Assist Traffic Infringement Notices Street Checks Community Council meetings Interagency meetings Medical centre visits School visits/lectures Vessels boarded Search and Rescue (SAR) SAR Hours Marine Incident Notices Blue light Discos
1159 227 34 451 6 37 150 17 90 52 125 140 59 154 98 87 19 157 42 16 Torres News
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COMING OF THE LIGHT, THURSDAY ISLAND, JULY 1
Photos AARON SMITH
By AARON SMITH COMING of the Light Celebrations this year on Thursday Island started with a fantastically realistic re-enactment of the arrival of the missionaries. Warren Entsch and Grant Smith played the missionaries who were greeted by Leo Akee, playing a tribal warrior. This was followed by a re-enactment of the first prayer session the missionaries conducted with Torres strait Islanders. It was played out on the Front Beach in a small tribal village, constructed by Betty Tekahika Mabo. There was then a procession to All Souls Bartholomew Anglican Church, where Bishop Saibo Mabo gave words of welcome. Both Indigenous Island language hymns and English hymns were sung. Following the church service there was community entertainment, feasting and dancing in Anzac Park, all to commemorate the 142nd anniversary of the London Missionary Society landing on Erub, July 1, 1871. The theme for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebration was Unity. Procession to the church
Bishop Saibo Mabo Betty Tekahika Mabo
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joseph nicholas sabatino and florentina maria fauid sabatino tombstone unveiling ON Saturday June 29, some 300 family and friends gathered for the tombstone unveiling for Joseph Nicholas Sabatino and Florentina Maria Fauid Sabatino on Hammond Island. There was much dancing and feasting, with five kupmurries cooking an amazing selection of food.
ABOVE: Children of the late Joseph Nicholas Sabatino with their mother: From left: Mary Rose Gela, Cecelia Davi, Christine Benjamin, Judith Arndt, Josephine Filewood, Ann Williams, Veronica Sabatino, Francis Sabatino, Carol Regeling, Kevin Sabatino, Ursula Sabatino and Daniel Sabatino.
ABOVE: Sabatino Kiriri Village Boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Ceferino, Charles, Joseph, Anthony, Nicholas, Francis, Kevin, Thomas and Daniel. BELOW: Sabatino Family: Methraima, Micheline, Opeta,Wilkie, William, Nukus and Debah.
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Torres News wishes to apologise to the family of Emily Ahmat for spelling her name incorrectly in last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paper and regrets any embarrassment caused. Torres News
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Welcome back to Staff and Students of Tagai State College
Term 3: Monday 8 July - Thursday 19 September
A special parade was held at Badhulgaw Campus to acknowledge excellent behaviour and student of the week awards
Malu Kiyay Campus celebrating Cleaners Day with a morning tea
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Term 2 Highlights From the Outer Island Campuses Left: Mrs Larry’s students displaying their beautiful work
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Kadhego students learrning about 2D and 3D shapes
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THURSDAY 11
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 World’s Greenest Homes 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 My Family 1:00 Museum Of Life 2:00 Crookhat And The Kulanada 2:30 Call To Country: Menny And The Bundaroos 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Beeny’s Restoration Nightmare 6:55 Clarke And Dawe 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Catalyst 8:30 Wonders Of Life: Endless Forms Most Beautiful 9:30 The Grumpy Guide To Work 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:35 Australia: The Time Traveller’s Guide: The First Steps 12:30 Wonders Of Life: Endless Forms Most Beautiful 1:30 Movie: “Stagecoach Kid” (G) 2:30 Football: WAFL: Round 16: South Fremantle Vs Claremount 5:30 Eggheads
6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 8:00 The Block Sky High Unlocked 8:30 The NRL Footy Show 10:30 Arrow 11:30 The AFL Footy Show - The Logie award-winning AFL Footy Show celebrates its 20th season, starring Garry Lyon, James Brayshaw, Sam Newman, Billy Brownless and Shane Crawford. 1:30 Extra 2:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News / 5:30 Today
6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “The Disappearance Of Vonnie” (M v,s,a) 2:00 Dr Oz 3:00 The Daily Edition 4:30 Seven News At 4.30 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 8:00 TBA 11:15 The Mindy Project: Danny’s Friend / My Cool Christian Friend - Danny gets caught sneaking out the office supply of painkillers for his troublemaker childhood friend Stevie. Mindy is in for a shock when Josh’s ex-girlfriend moves into her apartment building. Then, when Mindy goes on a date with a cute minister named Casey, she feels compelled to attend his church to show him that she is a good person. 12:15 Celebrity Juice 1:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Sunrise Extra 5:30 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Luke Gamble’s Vet Adventures: Grenada 2:30 Food Investigations 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: French Coastlines: Banuyls-Sur-Mer To Petite Camargue 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Food Factory: Supersized: Just Add Water 8:00 Luke Nguyen’s Greater Mekong 8:30 Heston’s Feasts: Heston’s Titanic Feast - Top chef Heston Blumenthal sets out to reinvent famous past or imagined feasts for celebrity diners. Tonight, Heston lays on an adventurous Edwardian feast worthy of being served on the Titanic. The menu features an Antarctic roll served on edible snow, inspired by Scott of the Antarctic, and a camel burger, inspired by Lawrence of Arabia. 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 12 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
FRIDAY 12
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Cooking The World 11:00 Kitchen Cabinet 11:30 One Plus One 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Last Of The Summer Wine 1:00 Three Boys Dreaming 2:30 Call To Country 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Beeny’s Restoration Nightmare 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 QLD 8:00 Wild Life At The Zoo: The first of a new generation of chimps are about to be born at Taronga, but the expectant mother is vulnerable and the baby will be at risk. 8:30 Doc Martin: Louisa is disturbed at the growing intimacy between Martin and his old flame, Dr Edith Montgomery, and she resents Martin’s ‘old fashioned’ objection to her getting her school headmistress job back 9:20 Broadchurch: When the body of an 11-year-old boy is found on the picturesque beach in Broadchurch, local police officers DI Alec Hardy and DS Ellie Miller are called to investigate. 10:05 Would I Lie To You? 10:35 Lateline 11:15 The Thick of It Special: Rise Of The Nutters / 12:15 Rage
6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: The Gorilla Experiment - Sheldon takes on his greatest challenge when he attempts to help Penny understand Leonard’s work, and Wolowitz becomes jealous when Leonard starts hanging out with his new girlfriend. 7:00 Friday Night Football: Brisbane Broncos Vs Cronulla Sharks 10:00 TBA 12:00 TBA 1:30 Movie: “Convoy” (M h,v,l) - Starring Kris Kristofferson as “Rubber Duck”, a defiant truck driver who speeds through three states while a corrupt cop pursues him. A mile-long convoy of protesting truckers joins him along the way. 3:30 Extra 4:00 Home Shopping 4:30 Good Morning America
6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Blue Moon” (PG a) 2:00 Dr Oz 3:00 The Daily Edition 4:30 Seven News At 4.30 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight: The latest news and current social issues presented by a team of reporters. Hosted by Sharyn Ghidella. 7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 7:30 2013 AFL Premiership Season: Rnd 16: Collingwood Vs Adelaide - The Crows head to the MCG for Friday Night Football attempting to break a five game losing streak to the Magpies who still have their eye on a top four finish. Bruce McAvaney and Dennis Cometti lead the call. 11:00 TBA 2:10 Desperate Housewives: Remember Paul? - Paul Young returns to Wisteria Lane with dubious motives; Susan receives an unusual job offer that could help with her money woes. 3:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today
5:00 World News 1:00 Anthony Bourdian: No Reservations: Egypt 2:00 Don Matteo: The Stranger 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: French Coastlines: Banuyls-Sur-Mer to Petite Camargue 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Caroline Quentin: A Passage Through India - On the second part of her journey through India, Caroline arrives in Jaisalmer by camel. She meets two princes, Shakti and Vikram Singh, brothers who live in the city and show her around. She learns about the history of the ‘living fort’ of Jaisalmer and enjoys a private performance of some traditional Rajasthani music. 8:30 The Rise And Fall Of Versailles: Louis XIV, The Palace Of Pleasure - This three-part series provides an insightful portrait of French monarchs Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI and their masterpiece, Versailles. 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 13 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
SATURDAY 13
6:00 Rage 10:30 Rage: Guest Programmer 11:30 7.30 QLD 12:00 Australian Story 12:30 Catalyst 1:00 The Bionic Vet 1:30 Would I Lie To You? 2:00 ProppaNow 2:30 Benny Walker 3:30 Movie: Fighting Man Of The Plains (PG) - An ex-bandit becomes a marshall of a postcivil-war town in Kansas 5:00 Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple: 4.50 From Paddington 6:30 Gardening Australia 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Father Brown: The Flying Stars - Father Brown becomes embroiled with a theatrical family when he discovers that a supposed tragic drowning was actually murder. 8:30 Midsomer Murders: Fit For Murder - DCI Tom Barnaby reluctantly accompanies Joyce on a spa weekend to upmarket Swavely Manor. But as he attempts to de-stress, a woman is found dead in the floatation chamber 10:00 Adam Hills Tonight: Fresh from hosting his hit UK talk show, The Last Leg, comedian Adam Hills returns for the new season of Adam Hills Tonight. 11:00 Rage Guest Programmer
6:00 Bubble Guppies 6:30 Dora The Explorer 7:00 Weekend Today - Saturday 10:00 Mornings - Saturday 12:00 Danoz 12:30 Danoz Direct 1:00 The Middle 1:30 Movie: “Curly Sue” (PG) 3:30 Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour Documentary 4:30 Discover Downunder 5:00 4WD TV 5:30 Getaway - On Getaway Giaan is wild about Canada’s amazing Jasper National Park. Jules checks into the some of the weirdest hotel rooms ever in Berlin while Jason takes the swim of a lifetime with dolphins off the coast of New South Wales. 6:00 National News Saturday 6:30 TBA 8:30 TBA 11:55 Movie: “Frances” - Based on the life of Frances Farmer, this film depicts the turbulent years of inner conflicts, battles with the Hollywood hierarchy, run-ins with police and his horrific years in a mental institution. (M v,l,a) 2:30 The Baron 3:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 4:00 Brand Developers 5:00 Life Today With James Robinson / 5:30 Wesley Impact
6:00 Saturday Disney 7:00 Weekend Sunrise 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 12:00 V8 Extra 12:30 Seven’s Motorshports 3:00 2013 AFL Premiership Season Rnd 16: Port Adelaide Vs Hawthorn 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Air Crash Investigations 7:30 2013 AFL Premiership Season Round 16: Brisbane Vs North Melbourne 10:30 TBA 1:30 Desperate Housewives: You Must Meet My Wife - Susan feels guilty about lying to Mike about her new, risque side job while Bree fires Keith when she finds herself falling for him. 2:30 Desperate Housewives: Truly Content - Some of Susan’s sexy internet show moves are being stolen by a competitor. Then, Renee invites Bree to go clubbing with her. 3:30 It Is Written Oceania 4:00 Home Shopiing 5:00 That ‘70s Show: Won’t Get Fooled Again - Eric and Donna freak out when she might be pregnant. 5:30 That ‘70s Show: Baby Don’t Do It - Donna and Eric go to premarital church counselling and lie about their love life.
5:00 World News 1:00 Music In The Air 2:15 Piano Notes: Franz Schubert 2:20 Chroma 2:50 Colouring Light 4:00 Photo: Press Usage 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Bigger Better Faster Stronger: Dryer 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Empire: Doing Good - Presented by Jeremy Paxman, this series tells the story of the British Empire and its complex effects on the modern world. The final episode recounts the extraordinary story of how a desire for conquest became a mission to improve the rest of mankind, especially in ‘darkest’ Africa - and how that mission shaded into an unquestioning belief that Britain could - and should - rule the world. 8:30 RocKwiz: Jess Ribeiro/Tim Rogers/Henry Wagons 9:30 Venice 24/7 - With unprecedented access to Venice’s emergency and public services, this series goes behind the 15th-century facades to experience the real, living city. 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 14 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
SUNDAY 14
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6:00 Rage 6:30 Children’s Programs 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Inside Business 10:30 Offsiders 11:00 Asia Pacific Focus 11:30 Songs Of Praise: Winchester 12:00 Landline 1:00 Gardening Australia 1:30 Annabel Langbein: The Free Range Cook 2:00 Shamwari: A Wild Life 2:30 Meerkat Manor: The Next Generation: The Family Way 3:05 William Kentridge: Anything Is Possible 4:00 Art Of Russia: Out Of The Forest 5:00 Wallace And Gromit’s World Of Invention: Better Safe Than Sorry 5:30 South Pacific: Castaways 6:30 Compass: Whatever Happened To The Hare Krishnas? 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Dream Build 7:40 Grand Designs: West London 8:30 The Time Of Our Lives 9:25 First Footprints: Super Nomads: 50,000 To 30,000 Years Ago 10:25 Art Of America: Looking For Paradise 11:25 Herb & Dorothy 12:55 The Coca Cola Kid 2:35 Movie: Mickey One (M) 4:05 The New Inventors 4:35 Catalyst 5:00 Gardening Australia / 5:30 Painting Australia
6:00 Children’s Programs 7:00 Weekend Today 10:00 Financial Review Sunday 10:30 Wide World Of Sports 11:30 Sunday Footy Show 1:30 Cybershack 2:00 Movie: ‘Snow Job’ (PG) 3:00 House Husbands 4:00 Imparja’s Sunday Football: Canterbury Bulldogs Vs Melbourne Storm 6:00 National News Sunday 6:30 The Block Sky High 7:30 60 Minutes 8:30 TBA 9:30 The Mentalist: Red Dawn - A flashback to when Jane first met Lisbon and the CBI team. 10:30 CSI: Miami: A Few Dead Men - The CSIs investigate when three convicted murderers are released from prison and someone starts killing them one by one. 11:30 The Block Sky High 12:30 What Would You Do? 1:30 Spyforce 2:30 Danoz 3:00 Brand Developers 4:00 Good Morning America - Sunday 5:00 National Early Morning News 5:30 Today
6:00 Fish Hooks 6:30 Jake And The Never Land Pirates 7:00 Weekend Sunrise 10:00 AFL Game Day 11:30 Special: Martin Clunes: A Man And His Dogs - Part 1 12:30 Man Up! 1:00 2013 AFL Premiership Season Rnd 16: Sydney Vs GWS 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens 5:30 Great South East 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Sunday Night 7:30 TBA 8:30 A Place To Call Home: New Beginning - George is delighted when Sarah agrees to marry him. But when Elizabeth discovers her threat to disinherit George has backfired, she resolves to take a different approach. 9:30 TBA 11:30 Fairly Legal 12:30 I Just Want My Pants Back 1:00 Special: The Delights Of Turkey 2:00 Home Shopping 3:00 NBC Today 4:00 NBC Meet The Press 5:00 Sunrise Extra 5:30 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 7:30 Tour De France 2012 Daily Update 8:05 World News 1:00 Al Jazeera News 1:30 Living Black 2:00 Speedweek 4:00 FIFA World Cup 2014 Magazine 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 Bigger, Better, Faster, Stronger: BBQ 5:30 Bigger, Better, Faster, Stronger: Jug 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Lost Worlds: A History Of Celtic Britain: Age Of Romans - - Neil Oliver concludes his epic journey through ancient British history by focusing on the legacy of the Romans. He digs beneath a London tower block, examines building work from a large stadium, and investigates the remains of an African woman who lived in York 1,800 years ago. 8:30 The Observer Effect 9:30 Grand Tours of Scotland: The Sporting Life - In this episode, Paul discovers how 19th-century Scotland’s mountains and glens were a playground for rich gentlemen eager to test themselves against the forces of nature. 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 15 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
MONDAY 15
7 CENTRAL
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Landline 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Midsomer Murders 2:00 A Royal Romance 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Restoration Man: Chapel, Pembrokeshire Revisit 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Australian Story 8:30 Four Corners 9:20 Media Watch 9:35 Q&A 10:35 Lateline 11:10 The Business 11:35 Dalziel And Pascoe: A Killing Kindness 1:10 Movie: “The Buccaneer” (G) - In the War of 1812, the British have sacked Washington and hope to capture New Orleans, where pirate Jean Lafitte romances blue-blooded Annette de Remy 3:30 Rugby Union: Shute Shield: Round 13: Teams TBA 5:30 Eggheads
6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 8:00 Hamish & Andy Asia Gap Year 9:00 The Big Bang Theory - The Vacation Solution 9:30 The Big Bang Theory - The Rothman Disintegration 10:00 2 Broke Girls - And The Big Hole 10:30 2 Broke Girls - And The Drug Money 11:00 The Block Sky High 12:00 Extra 12:30 The Avengers 1:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 2:00 Danoz Direct 2:30 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News 5:30 Today
6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “To Love, Honour And Deceive” (M a) 2:00 Dr Oz 3:00 The Daily Edition 4:30 Seven News At 4.30 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away - Sid considers leaving Summer Bay. Brax tries to break through Casey’s facade. Sasha and Spencer’s first time together is interrupted by Maddy. 7:30 TBA 10:30 Travel Unravelled - When holidays go wrong, they go very wrong. From angry ostriches and swimsuit malfunctions to airport meltdowns, and you’re about to see just how bad some travel experiences can be. 11:00 Up All Night 12:00 Celebrity Juice 12:40 Harry’s Practice 1:00 Home Shopping 3:30 Sons And Daughters 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Sunrise Extra / 5:30 Seven Early News
5:35 World News 1:00 Ethnic Business Awards 2013 2:40 The Speed Of The Past 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 Massive Moves: Risky Rescue 5:30 Global Village: Vision 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Mythbusters: Breaking Bad Special - The Mythbusters team to scrutinise the science of the hit television show, Breaking Bad. First up, Adam and Jamie take on a bathtub blowout, because according to the program, hydrofluoric acid could chew through organic matter, a bathtub, the floor and the ceiling. 8:30 Make Me: Stay Awake 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Tour De France 2013: Review 11:00 Tour De France 2013: Rest Day Highlights 12:00 Movie: “My Best Friend” (M l) - In French. Catherine refuses to believe that her business partner, the unlikeable François, has a best friend, so she challenges him to set up an introduction. Scrambling to find someone willing to pose as his best pal, François enlists the services of a charming taxi driver to play the part. 1:50 Weatherwatch Overnight
TUESDAY 16
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6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Cooking The World 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Compass 1:00 Q&A 2:00 The Ball 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Restoration Man: Bathlodge, Ormskirk Revisit 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Kitchen Cabinet 8:30 New Tricks: A Face For Radio 9:30 At The Movies 10:00 Rock ‘n’ Roll Exposed: The Photography Of Bob Gruen: Shoot For The Stars 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Four Corners 12:20 Media Watch 12:35 Movie: “Wah-Wah” (M) - A semi-autobiographical ‘coming of age at the end of an Age’ story, set during the last gasp of the British Empire in Swaziland 2:30 Football: VFL: Round 13: Sandringham v Williamstown 5:30 Eggheads
6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 8:00 The Great Australian Bake Off 9:00 TBA 11:30 The Block Sky High: After weeks of renovating, tempers are frayed and there’s a showdown between Keith and one of our couples. Trixie and Johnno’s progress is slow, holding up the job in Matt and Kim’s room. 12:30 Extra 1:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 1:30 Danoz Direct 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News 5:30 Today
6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Blood Crime” (M) 2:00 Dr Oz 3:00 The Daily Edition 4:30 Seven News 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away: Sally Fletcher returns to Summer Bay. Zac’s troubles with Holly escalate. Meanwhile, Sasha’s trapped in the Spencer and Maddy love triangle. 7:30 TBA 11:40 Happy Endings: Deuce Babylove 2: Electric Babydeuce - Penny’s mum and dad are in town visiting, and these two lovebirds are not only going strong, they’ve decided to adopt a baby together. 12:00 Love Bites: Modern Plagues - Matt’ contemplates his relationship with his girlfriend after not been able to get Annie out of his head...and another chance meeting helps him to make a decision 1:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Sunrise Extra 5:30 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Buddha 2:00 Once Bitten: Conflict and Complications 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Jungle And Coral 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? Larry Lamb - Actor Larry Lamb was an adult before he discovered that his mother Jessie, now 84, was adopted as a baby. Larry is keen to discover more about his biological grandparents, as much for his mother’s sake as his. 8:30 Insight - This week, Insight delves inside the minds of the stalkers. Some experts suggest around one in five women are stalked in their lifetime. Stalkers tell host Jenny Brockie what they do and why they do it. Some are remorseful. Others aren’t. The program also hears from people who were stalked by former partners and by aggrieved clients. 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 16 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
WEDNESDAY 17
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6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz Direct 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 7:30 State Of Origin: New South Wales Vs Queenland Game 3 The biggest game in Origin history. NSW and QLD square off for the last time as the Maroon’s attempt to make legend and win 8 years in a row whilst the Blues will be pushing their home stadium advantage, trying to break the 7 year drought. 10:30 The Big Bang Theory - The Irish Pub Formulation 11:00 The Big Bang Theory - The Apology Insufficiency 11:30 The Block Sky High 12:30 20/20 1:00 Extra 1:30 Danoz Direct 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News / 5:30 Today
6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Sex And The Single Mom” (M) 2:00 Dr Oz 3:00 The Daily Edition 4:30 Seven News 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away: Zac tries to reach out to Holly. Bianca races against time to reach Holly and Zac. Sally shows Pippa around the Bay. Meanwhile, Roo wonders if Sally is hiding a secret. 7:30 TBA 10:30 Special: Top Five Eaten Alive - Features the dramatic depiction of five of the most amazing stories of shark attack survival, told by the victims themselves, and takes the viewer into the experience of confronting the sea’s top predator and living to tell the tale. 11:30 I Shouldn’t Be Alive 12:30 Celebrity Juice 1:00 Home Shopping 3:30 Sons And Daughters 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Sunrise Extra / 5:30 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Insight 2:00 Neil Morrissey’s Risky Business 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Gold Of The Ninjas 6:00 Tour De France 2013 Daily Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Bears Of The Last Frontier: Arctic Wanderers - Ecologist Chris Morgan travels to the far north of Alaska, to the tiny town of Kaktovik. It’s early November and winter is coming on. But each year, the polar bears struggle for extended periods on dwindling fat reserves, waiting for the opportunity to hunt on sea ice that takes longer to freeze. In early spring 8:30 Toughest Place To Be A... Train Driver - Simon Davies usually drives a high speed train between London and Manchester, but now he faces a very different challenge as he travels to Peru and one of the highest and steepest railway lines on the earth. 9:30 World News Australia 10:00 Tour De France 2013 Live: Stage 17 2:00 Weatherwatch Overnight
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CROSSWORD No. 156
SUDOKU No. 156
Your Lucky
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CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) Don’t spend too much time worrying about yourself. A friend has more serious things to worry about and needs your support. Romance. A trip away from home will give your relationship an unexpected boost. Leave all of your personal baggage behind and allow yourselves time to mend.
LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) Don’t turn down an offer to go out with friends. You need to “let your hair down” a little and give yourself the chance to meet new people and let off steam. Romance. Your partner knows exactly what you need later in the week. Don’t put up a fight. Instead, allow them to pamper you.
VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd)
FOR KIDS
Try hard to be as easy-going as possible. Recently, you become annoyed over very small things; especially when you feel that people are wasting your time. Romance. You will be able to get on much better with your partner this week. Use this time to catch up on lost time together.
LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd)
A friend may put you in a difficult position this week. Make sure that, whatever happens, you do the honourable thing. Trust your instincts! Romance. Your enthusiasm for new activities is encouraging to others. Be sure to engage yourself fully in each endeavour and include your partner.
SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) You may be feeling a little restless because the people around you are not quite as “hyped” as you are at the moment. It will be up to you to motivate them. Romance. Be careful not to smother your partner with too much attention. They may need more time to “do their own thing”.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st) Make sure that you are completely clear in your own mind before you act. You won’t want to be upset with yourself for making the choice that you did. Romance. Your partner may be feeling a little distant this week. Try to engage them and find out why they are spending time alone.
FINDWORD No. 156 A LAUGH WITH LOTSA
CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) You will have to spend some time catching up with work around the house. In the process, you could make an interesting discovery. Romance. Other people will be much less concerned about your appearance than you think. Save your energy for more deserving tasks.
AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th)
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Your work-life needs a boost at the moment. Change up your schedule to put new excitement into the day-to-day requirements. Romance. A promise which your partner made recently will soon be fulfilled. You need not doubt their intentions nor their ability to complete an agreement.
PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) A burst of energy during the week will help you to get on top of things. You will have enough time to complete all tasks; both dreaded and desired. Romance. A quiet evening at home may not end up quite as placidly as it began! Leave your expectations behind and enjoy what happens.
ARIES (March 21st - April 20th) You will have to report a colleague for their mistakes. It may be difficult for you to do, but it must be done. Romance. The Moon/Pallas Midpoint in your sign this week will help you to understand your partner’s recent concerns. They are concerned about you and have reason to be!
TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st)
QUOTE OF THE DAY
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I am among those who think that science has great beauty. A scientist in his laboratory is not only a technician: he is also a child placed before natural phenomena which impress him like a fairy tale.
– Marie Curie
SOLUTIONS No. 156
A disagreement with colleagues at work will soon be resolved. Don’t take this misunderstanding too seriously. Learn from it and move ahead! Romance. You will become frustrated if you don’t manage to find a new outlet for your energy. You will achieve a lot if you direct your dynamism properly.
GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) You may do things differently from other people at times. There is no need to change just to suit them. It’s good to have a variety of opinions. Romance. You may be a little quiet and uncommunicative this week; especially with someone you normally get on well with. Don’t worry too much!
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Entsch rejects claims on TB campaign LEICHHARDT MP Warren Entsch has strongly rejected comments by Foreign Affairs Minister Bob Carr in the Senate that he is responsible for a “smear campaign” targeting Australia’s efforts to help the government of PNG address TB issues. “Ministers Carr and Plibersek need to get out of their air-conditioned offices and start talking to the people who are affected, rather than perpetuating the lies and deception that is being put up by the bureaucrats,” Mr Entsch said. “It is blatantly untrue that the sea ambulance has made 27 trips along the South Fly coast - people in the villages tell me that the boat has only gone to Sigabadu four times since it was commissioned. “It has never once gone to Bula, the furthermost village near the West Papuan border, or Tais or Jarai. “Sen. Carr is totally misrepre-
senting the boat’s effectiveness and it shows that the same inaccurate information is being repeated throughout the bureaucracy.” Mr Entsch said the failure to engage village leaders has resulted in serious issues on the ground that have not been taken into consideration by the Australian Government or reported by AusAID. “These include the significant cultural constraints for people from the western side of the Treaty Villages, who do not speak the same language as those from the eastern side and Daru. “It is particularly dangerous for young women to travel into this area, so they won’t present at the hospital. “It’s very difficult to get services to the Treaty Villages because of logistical challenges including communications, fuel, and boat
access, along with the fact that drugs intended for distributing are often diverted due to corruption and profiteering. “There is little reliable data and government data is geographically limited and at times, optimistic. “None of these issues have been taken into account and it’s this short-sightedness that has already cost lives, and will continue to cost lives.” Mr Entsch also said that when he read the Senate Hansard he was surprised to see Sen. Carr refer to a May 15 media release citing Queensland Health Minister Lawrence Springborg. “Of course we all agree with Minister Springborg’s comment that the best treatment should be carried out in the home communities and that is exactly what I have been advocating for.
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AusAID’s $460,000 MV Medics Queen, the sea ambulance that is meant to be providing outreach support along the South Fly coast. Note the damaged hull. Photo supplied by Warren Entsch “It is this massive discrepancy “But the full context of the release was that Queensland spends which has forced the State Govern$14 million a year treating PNG ment to think outside the box, nationals, yet the Australian Gov- offering to assist with training and ernment only reimburses about $4 mentoring of Daru hospital staff, and I commend them for it.” million.
$3 million in TSRA grants to communities TORRES Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) has backed its commitment of community support in the first round of grant funding for the year. It has announced funding approval of more than $3 million for community, culture, art, broadcasting, education and sport activities and initiatives. Major grant recipients include the Mura Kosker Sorority Inc. which will receive four separate grants totalling $701,000 and the Port Kennedy Association Inc. which will receive two grants worth $391,500. “I’m pleased to say that this represents a continuing level of support for these two key organisations,” said TSRA Chairman Mr Joseph Elu. “Both groups provide critical community support services in the region such as community after school care and early intervention and family support.” Mr Elu said one of the important Mura Kosker initiatives is Kerkar Bau or Shaping the Warrior Within. “This program is about Mura Kosker working with the founders of Red Dust Healing (RDH) to develop and implement a model of healing for Torres Strait Islander men living in the Torres Strait
region.” It is planned that 15 men will undergo the RDH Program to become facilitators to deliver the Program to people and groups in the Torres Strait. The goal of the Program is to heal and rehabilitate offenders and those at risk of offending. “We have also acknowledged the importance of sport in our communities with a $615,000 allocation to the Torres Strait Youth & Recreational Sporting Association,” said Mr Elu. “The Torres Strait Island Media Association has also been supported for Regional Broadcasting for $524,000 for 4MW operations and support for the RIBS network.” Mr Elu said a total of 38 applications had been funded from the 80 applications received. Cultural activities have been supported with : $10,000 for a regional camp in Cairns for the Gondwana Nation Indigenous Children’s Choir, $25,000 to Buthu Lagau Saral Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Poruma and Warraber Islands language projects, and $10,000 for the Kiriri Arts and Craft Development Group. Further applications will be called in September for the TSRA’s second funding round for 2013.
Other first round grants approved • Samuel Andrew Passi: Wood working tool $5000 • Erub Erwer Meta TSI Corporation:Promote art from Darnley Island Art Centre $10,000 • Dennis Newie: Make dance apparatus $6500 • Tony Harry: Purchase art supplies $5000 • Billy Bourne: Language project $8000 • Buthu Lagau Saral Torres Strait Islander Corporation: National Indigenous language and technology forum 2013 $15,000 • Ron Enosa: Produce CD of traditional and contemporary songs $16,500 • Kapua Gutchen: Produce traditional dance objects and instruments $10,000 • Mura Badulgal TSI Corporation RNTBC: Mabo Day 2013 $14,000 • Justina Warusam: Showcase Saibai culture through music, song, dance, arts and craft $10,000 • Lagau supermarket: Storage shed $51,380 • Seisia Community Torres Strait Islander Corporation: Upgrade office space short term commercial rental $39,000 • Torres Strait Islanders Media Association: Studio Upgrade $300,000 • Saibai Community Development TSI: Security Officer training $7700 • Kos and Abob Fisheries TSI Corporation: Ugar community fisheries development $30,000 • Prescribed Body Corporates (7): Basic support funding $56,500 • Torres Shire Council: Lift for Life $154,000 • Kaziw Asesered Le Association Inc:.St Pauls raft race $4400 • Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council: Seisia internet access $53,500 • Kaziw Asesered Le Association Inc: Yam Island youth project $3500 • Relationship Australia (QLD): We feel prapa gud, we feel safe $98,000
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NEWS FEDERAL ELECTION – September 14, 2013
Call an election to end political ‘paralysis’ I call for an end to the country’s political “paralysis” and re-instated Prime Minister Kevin Rudd must call an election to let the Australian people have their say. I urge the Labor candidate for Leichhardt Billy Gordon to clearly outline his policies for the Far North rather than “sitting back and pointing fingers” without any constructive ideas. Labor has “underestimated the intellect of voters” as while it was Julia Gillard’s policies that made her so unpopular, they were all introduced by Kevin Rudd. Instead of getting rid of them, she imple-
mented them. Take the Carbon Tax, the totally failed border protection policies, the botched homeinsulation program, the school hall and set-top box farces and the NBN blow-out. It’s also interesting to note that Billy Gordon and I no longer have a policy in common. That is, we both wanted to get rid of Julia Gillard, but he has now achieved it. I’m keen to hear about what Mr Gordon is going to do to create opportunities - his policies to support small businesses in Cape York and the Torres Strait, assist the fishing industry through closures as a result of the
new marine reserves, or address the botched consultation in regards to the World Heritage listing of Cape York. Within the broader region there’s also projects such as the establishment of the Tropical Campus of the AIS, the expansion of the navy base, supporting the tourism industry, dredging of Trinity Inlet and the revitalisation of Port Douglas to focus on. It’s time to start talking about policy, getting some clear air away from the leadership debacle, and let the people decide. Warren Entsch, Member for Leichhardt.
‘Support our kids’ over education funding I’M PROUD of Labor’s National Plan for School Improvement which will see Leichhardt students benefit from an increase in school funding of nearly 70 per cent over the next six years. Our larger schools like Cairns, Trinity Bay, Cairns West and Woree will all receive big increases
per student of up to 63 per cent. More disadvantaged schools like Kowanyama, the Western Cape College, NPA State College and Tagai will also benefit with over 60 per cent more funding per student. But this is only going to happen if Premier Newman endorses the program.
While Campbell Newman dithers, I urge parents to express their support by signing the petition at www.getup.org.au/ everychild or call the Premier’s office on 3224 4500. Australia is in a strong financial position. Relative to other developed countries we
have come out of the Global Financial Crisis stronger than we went into it. Internationally our borrowings are low. There is no excuse for Queensland not to take this fantastic opportunity. Billy Gordon, ALP candidate for Leichhardt.
Rotary keeping Thursday Island beautiful By AARON SMITH
Some of Ron’s morning haul.
AS THE SUN breaks the morning horizon, some Thursday Island residents are already hard at work trying to keep our island home beautiful. The Rotary Club has a beach clean up once a month trying to reduce litter. Mostly it’s broken bottles, but all sorts of garbage is found including old batteries, pieces of boat and twisted metal. It all presents a risk of injury to the many children that play on the beach. Rotarian Ron Humphreys said: “I have noticed an improvement over the last four years I have been doing this. “There used to be a lot out the front of the Federal Hotel, espe-
cially bottles, people thought it was fun to throw them into the sea. “Problem is that it’s so rocky, they smash into dangerous shards. “It’s a real shame, We live in paradise up here and some people treat it like a rubbish dump.” Rotarian David Prain said: “Compared to the 70’s when I was first stationed up here, this is beautiful now. Back then there was large pieces of rusty iron and all sorts of rubbish, but there is still a long way to go. Holding up a piece of broken glass, David said: “There is still too much TI Coral on our beaches.” There is always the chance cleaning up the beach will reap rewards, a Rotarian has previ-
David Prain and Ron Humphreys.
ously found $155 in cash and others have even found treasure. A holy gold dollar and even a Spanish pieces of Eight have been discovered. The Torres Shire Council regularly cleans the foreshore and provides many public
rubbish bins, but still some people have yet to change their behaviour. A passing jogger stopped to ask what Ron and David were doing. On being told about the beach clean up he said: “Whenever I come down here I always put a bit of rubbish in the
New assistance to Torres Strait to get jobs MORE people in the Torres Strait believes that everyone who can Islands will be helped to get jobs work should work and those who and participate in their communities are not working should be parthrough the Australian Govern- ticipating in meaningful activities ment’s new $1.5 billion Remote that contribute to the strength and Jobs and Communities Program sustainability of their community,” (RJCP), which started on July . Ms Collins said.”But we Minister for Indigenous Employ- recognise that in remote areas, ment and Economic Development job seekers, many of whom are Julie Collins (pictured right) has Indigenous Australians, face extra announced that My Pathway, a challenges in finding local jobs. We also know that employers in consortium of the Enterprise Management Group Pty Ltd, Industry remote locations often have trouble Education Networking Pty Ltd finding skilled workers. (ITEC) and Community Enterprises “RJCP providers will support Australia Ltd, will deliver RJCP in individuals who are not working to the Torres Strait Islands. participate in training or activities “The Australian Government that will contribute to their comPage 24 Torres News 8 - 14 July 2013
munities as well as getting them work-ready.” Ms Collins said the new RJCP replaces four jobs services functions with one.”Under RJCP, job seekers including those on CDEP wages, will be able to go to just one provider to get the personalised support they need. “Employers will find that their local RJCP provider is able to get to know their needs better, and to help link them up with job seekers who have the skills they are looking for. “RJCP providers will also be working closely with communities in their region to set out priorities and goals for participation, train-
ing, employment and long-term development. “The program will encourage and promote collaborative, community-driven, approaches to employment and participation activities.” Ms Collins said the new program followed a review of remote employment and participation services as well as extensive consultations to identify what was and wasn’t working in remote communities. The Government is committed to minimising disruption for job seekers, communities and employers during the transition period.
bins; I figure if we all did that there wouldn’t be any litter.” The Rotary on Thursday Island are looking for new members to help make this an even better community. Anyone interested can call Robyn (0438 747 853.)
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V8 Supercar racing on Thursday Island By AARON SMITH IT’S not everyday that you can write off a brand new Cadillac and a Formula One car and the owner just smiles and offers you a drink. Nor is it likely to reach speeds over 250 km/hr on Thursday Island’s roads, but on the job as editor of Torres News that’s exactly what happened, well kind of. Rhett Bunnell, resident of Thursday Island for the last 12 months, has accrued an impressive online motor racing set-up that is nothing short of epic. Three huge computer screens provide a panoramic view of some the world’s best race courses, including Australia’s Phillip Island and Oran Park. The racing seat vibrates and gears crunch just like the real thing, all that’s missing is the smell of burning rubber and high octane gasoline. “This is no arcade game,” Rhett says, who on the same breath says, “but it’s just a hobby.” This ‘hobby’ has racing seasons where people from all round the world get online and battle it out on the blacktop. This is serious business, some of the Grand Prix consist of 200 laps. There are 39 members in Rhett’s league, known as the ‘Over Clockers’ and they meet on a forum every Wednesday. Professional drivers also stop by for a spin from time to time, such as
Nick Percat and Shane van Gisbergen. Originally a diesel fitter by trade, Rhett has previously worked on Caterpillars around the country, but is now mainly at home looking after his daughter and tinkering with his hobby. His wife, Cynthia, works on Thursday Island for Customs. “I originally started playing pointand-shoot games like Battlefield but got bored, so a couple of years ago I got into online racing and it has grown from there,” says Rhett. He now uses Photoshop to paint the cars as well as shoot video of the races, something he underplays as “a little tricky.” His league have four colour schemes based on who is the fastest, green being the slowest and orange the quickest on the track. Another one of Rhett’s ‘hobbies’ is photography and his work has often appeared in the Torres News. He is also a talented motor-racing photographer. Rolling a cigarette Rhett smiles: “We are waiting for the Bathurst course to get online, shouldn’t be long now.” Who knows, maybe sometime soon Thursday Island will have it’s own ‘King of the Mountain.’ To check out Rhett’s motor racing photography go to Flickr: Rhettro Photography. RIGHT: These three images are examples of Rhett’s photoshop painting. >> BELOW: These three are samples of Brett’s motor racing photography.
Rhett Bunnell tearing up the track, all from his loungre room on Thursday Island.
Fishing is just what the doctors ordered By AARON SMITH
Will Stephen with his best catch.
MEDICAL students Will Stephen and Blake Dawson had some tough competition to earn a six-week study placement on Thursday Island. From the University of Queensland, these thirdyear medical students have worked at the Thursday Island Hospital and the Primary Health Care Centre, as well as on Saibai, Dauan and Boigu Islands. “There are so many great things about the Torres Strait. Meeting the locals and talking to them about fishing, their families and culture, and making good friends as a result has been most enjoyable,” Blake said. “Attending the Tombstone Opening of one of the Islanders was a really excellent experience both culturally and gastronomically. “I have been on clinical placements to the Gold Coast, Bundaberg, and Northern N.S.W and in Delhi, India. Without a doubt this is has been one of the bestclinical placements that I have ever done,” Will said. “I feel deeply privileged to be undertaking the course that I am studying and through that coming to such an amazing area as the Torres Strait.” Both students have also enjoyed fishing during their stay here, getting out as often as they can.
Blake Dawson fishing of the Pier, Thursday Island. Torres News
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Capacity congregation for Coming of the Light service
By ALF WILSON A CHURCH service to celebrate the Coming of the Light or the introduction of Christianity to the Torres Strait, held in Townsville on July 1, was well attended. St Stephen’s Anglican Church in the suburb of Railway Estate was full as local Torres Strait Islanders celebrated the special day. Father Elimo Tapim conducted the service before 60 men, women and children and afterwards most stayed on for a traditional lunch. Participants were blessed with beautiful weather for the service which commenced about 11am but the usual re-enactment was not held this year due to the numerous other
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events in the city. Townsville has a population of 180,000 including many of Torres Strait Islander descent. Their descendants left Torres Strait after World War II seeking employment. The Coming of the Light festival marks the day when missionaries first arrived in the Torres Strait on July 1 in 1871 introducing Christianity to the region. It is a significant day for Torres Strait Islanders, who are predominantly of Christian faith and celebrates the interaction of two ideologies, the Torres Strait Islander customs, traditions and beliefs and the practices of western civilisation.
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ABOVE LEFT: From left: Mrs Gladys Sailor, Aunty Anemah Ghee and Allison Sailor at the Coming of the Light Service. ABOVE RIGHT: Coming of the Light church service Townsville. BELOW LEFT: Coming of the Light church service Townsville. BELOW RIGHT: Left is Francis Townson with Gordan Warria Jnr.
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TiNell stands alone TIPSTERS again struggled to find winners in round 16 of the Torres News/Sea Swift/IBIS NRL tipping competition. Only one, TiNell, got all seven winners, leaving everyone else in her wake. T h e Ti g e r s ’ w i n against the Storm derailed most tipsters by as early as Friday night, with only nine on the mark with the Tigers TI Turkey, Tigrrrr, 86, Mark Hutton, TiNell, Kamiel, By Jingo, Bukerr, walsalad With six were BigBalaBurger, TiTurkey, Jooti,
BJ Danger, Gilligan1, KPP, Tipper Tonon, Tigrrrr, Marakai, Seahorse, Sarah Finnemore, Marro, Kamiel, Maggie Hill, By Jingo, Kandy and Sylvia Whittaker. BigBalaBurger (6 correct) continues to cling to his/her lead of one with 86, ahead of TI Turkey (6) on 85. TI Turkey has the breathing space of two ahead of Mr Spiggot (5) and Jooty (6) on 83, one ahead of BJ Danger (6) on 82 and Mugai 87 (5), Gilligan 1 (6) and KPP (6). 80: Tipper Tonon (6), Kingtutt (4).
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79: beaniebuzza (4), Denis Hill (5), Tigrrrr (6), Mariner (5), 86 (5), Marakai (6). 78: Seahorse (6), VooDoo Magic (4). 77: Sarah Finnemore (6), Rayns (4), Mark Hutton (5), Leon Whittaker (4), Marro (6). 76: Willy (4), TiNell (7). This year’s tipping competition is again sponsored by Sea Swift and IBIS, with prizes valued at more than $2300. The winner will receive a trip for two to Cairns aboard Sea Swift’s Trinity Bay (value $1850); The runner-up will receive $500 voucher from the IBIS. As the Torres News is printed prior to the
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FISHERS are being reminded to stick to the rules when collecting and consuming shellfish. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) District Manager Brett Depper said: “In Queensland, you can only legally take and keep 50 shellfish at one time. This limit includes any shellfish you may already have at home,” Mr Depper said. “For example, if you already have 25 shellfish at home, you can only take and keep another 25. “This includes pipis, mud whelks and cockles. “Exceeding this limit carries a maximum penalty of $110,000 and you can also be fined $440 on the spot,” he said. Mr Depper said recreational fishers should be aware that it’s also an offence for recreational fishers to sell shellfish without authorisation, and they need to be aware of closed areas. “Recreational fishers should refer to www. fisheries.qld.gov.au for specific area details,” he said. “We’re asking residents to keep an eye out for any suspicious activity and to let us know if they spot someone doing the wrong thing. “Contact the 24-hour Fishwatch hotline on 1800 017 116 to report any illegal fishing activities.” Follow Fisheries Queensland on Facebook and Twitter (@FisheriesQld).
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Family supports rep. players By ALF WILSON BAMAGA lady Kathleen Tabuai travelled a long way to see her nephews, Kareem and Eli Tabuai, of Saibai Island descent, play for Northern United in a remote area representative rugby league match in Cairns. Queensland Outback won the game at Barlow Park 60-22 on June 29 but the Tabuai brothers shone. They were picked in the side after performing well for Northern Cape at the RARL Far North Queensland Challenge at Cairns in late May. Players from the Three Rivers, Southern Cape, Palm Island Barracudas and Bowen teams which also competed in the FNQ Challenge were picked in the Northern United side coached by Kowanyama’s Dave Kennedy. Torres Strait was to compete but withdrew because of financial considerations. “Second-rower Eli scored a great try in the
Supporters of Eli and Kareem Tabuai who travelled long distances. first-half and winger United assistant coach 6-nil lead and then at the Kareem never stopped and caught up with his eight minute Eli Tabuai trying,” Kennedy told the mate Napau Namok who scored a four pointer. Torres News. travelled from Thursday When winger Mickeal Kathleen and John Island for the game. Sibley scored at the 17th Santo were among a “I like to support the minute, United had bolted big group of family and Torres Strait Island lads,’’ to a 16-6 lead. friends who travelled Napau said. But Outback refrom Bamaga, Mapoon, The game was not as bounded to lead 24-16 at Weipa and Napranum to one sided as the final score half-time after which it watch the Tabuai broth- line may have indicated. was one way traffic. ers. United started strongly Kennedy said superior “Their dad is also with and scored a try through fitness had led to Outback us and it has been great to Kowanyama’s fullback winning so well. come down to Cairns,” Fitzroy Lawrence at the “We only had a few Kathleen said. third minute. training sessions in the Former Cowboys prop Luke McIntyre con- two days before and the John Buttigieg was the verted to give United a boys did well,” he said.
Napau Namok from Thursday Island (right) with John Buttigieg.
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Brothers Kareem, left, and Eli Tabuai before the game.