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Contents: News Items, Weekly What's on Guide, Upcoming Events, Kids & Adults Sport, Regerter your Interest, Classifieds, Employment
News Items this Week. Thursday April 16 2009
NT pushes for crocodile safari hunts ABC Online
Saltwater crocs larger than 3.5 metres would be allowed to be shot under the new draft management plan. The Territory Government wants to trial safari hunting during the five-year lifespan of its new plan. [More Info]
Jabiru Tennis Season gets off to a great start!
Kids & Adults Tennis on Wednesday kicked off with over 25 kids attending, from beginners to experienced they were all keen to learn the finer points of Tennis.
Please note next Wednesday 4.30pm for beginners and 5pm for the experienced kids. 6pm for adults, All Welcome.
Thanks to Steve for organising and training the kids, the Jabiru Sports & Social Club for the BBQ and venue and the Darwin Tennis Ass. for new Tennis rackets and balls.
The adults also turned up for a hit under lights which will now be a weekly event. For more info contact Steve on 8979 3407
Agreement reached on Kimberley gas hub ABC News
Traditional owners in WA's Kimberley have agreed to allow the construction of a gas processing hub, near Broome. The WA Premier Colin Barnett says the Kimberley Land Council has overwhelmingly backed a deal which will result in traditional owners receiving more than $1-billion in compensation over thirty years. [More Info]
Warming to blame for ice shelf collapse ABC News
The Wilkins Ice Shelf is in the final stages of collapse and scientists are concerned the event shows climate change is happening faster than previously thought.
From above, parts of the Ice Shelf now look like giant panes of shattered glass. [More Info]
Saltwater crocs larger than 3.5 metres would be allowed to be shot under the new draft management plan. The Territory Government wants to trial safari hunting during the five-year lifespan of its new plan. [More Info] Jabiru Tennis Season gets off to a great start!
Kids & Adults Tennis on Wednesday kicked off with over 25 kids attending, from beginners to experienced they were all keen to learn the finer points of Tennis.
Please note next Wednesday 4.30pm for beginners and 5pm for the experienced kids. 6pm for adults, All Welcome.
Thanks to Steve for organising and training the kids, the Jabiru Sports & Social Club for the BBQ and venue and the Darwin Tennis Ass. for new Tennis rackets and balls.
The adults also turned up for a hit under lights which will now be a weekly event. For more info contact Steve on 8979 3407
Agreement reached on Kimberley gas hub ABC News
Traditional owners in WA's Kimberley have agreed to allow the construction of a gas processing hub, near Broome. The WA Premier Colin Barnett says the Kimberley Land Council has overwhelmingly backed a deal which will result in traditional owners receiving more than $1-billion in compensation over thirty years. [More Info] Warming to blame for ice shelf collapse ABC News
The Wilkins Ice Shelf is in the final stages of collapse and scientists are concerned the event shows climate change is happening faster than previously thought.
From above, parts of the Ice Shelf now look like giant panes of shattered glass. [More Info]
Upcoming Events
Saturday April 18 Community Garden Meeting
8am gathering at 61 Civic Drive to do some brainstorming about the garden. This will also give everyone an opportunity to look at the lot. Please bring a chair and lots of ideas. Contact: Leona Katzer Mob: 0409 103 892 Email: leona.katzer@era.riotinto.com
Saturday April 18 Bushratz vs University B
Magela Oval 5pm. Come along and support our local Rugby Team
Saturday April 18
ERA Trivia Night 7.30pm
Saturday April 25
Anzac Day Ambrose
All Welcome
Thursday April 30. Welcome to Jabiru Invitation
Jabiru residents are invited to a 'Welcome to Jabiru' information gathering at the Jabiru Sports and Social Club. 11.30am to 1pm. This is a great opportunity to meet other residents and listen to local guest speakers. Light lunch will be served.
RSVP by 23 April 2009. leona.katzer@era.riotinto.com
Saturday May 9
Bingo
Eyes Down 7.30pm
All Welcome
Sunday May 17 Jabiru Mini Triathlon Stage 2
Please note revised date, time & distances. 11km cycle (2 laps), 2.5km walk/run, 4 laps of the pool. Go on test yourself before the event or team up with family, friends or work mates. Register for the event via email: kakaducommunity@gmail.com or drop into the pool and sign up.
8am gathering at 61 Civic Drive to do some brainstorming about the garden. This will also give everyone an opportunity to look at the lot. Please bring a chair and lots of ideas. Contact: Leona Katzer Mob: 0409 103 892 Email: leona.katzer@era.riotinto.com
Saturday April 18 Bushratz vs University B
Magela Oval 5pm. Come along and support our local Rugby Team
Saturday April 18 ERA Trivia Night 7.30pm
Saturday April 25Anzac Day Ambrose
All Welcome
Thursday April 30. Welcome to Jabiru Invitation
Jabiru residents are invited to a 'Welcome to Jabiru' information gathering at the Jabiru Sports and Social Club. 11.30am to 1pm. This is a great opportunity to meet other residents and listen to local guest speakers. Light lunch will be served.
RSVP by 23 April 2009. leona.katzer@era.riotinto.com
Saturday May 9 Bingo
Eyes Down 7.30pm
All Welcome
Sunday May 17 Jabiru Mini Triathlon Stage 2
Please note revised date, time & distances. 11km cycle (2 laps), 2.5km walk/run, 4 laps of the pool. Go on test yourself before the event or team up with family, friends or work mates. Register for the event via email: kakaducommunity@gmail.com or drop into the pool and sign up.
Health, Wellbeing & The Arts
Tuesday Jabiru Art & Craft Group
7.30pm Jabiru Youth Centre. Come and learn or share art and craft skills. All welcome. Contact Anne O'Dea 8979 3407 for further details.
PLEASE NOTE
Jabiru Health Centre Tel: 8979 2018
Clinic Opening Hours Thu: 8am-12pm. Fri: 8am-12pm. Sat & Sun: Emergency Service Only Mon, Tue & Wed: 9am-12pm. 1pm– 4pm.
Jabiru Public Library Tel: 8979 9459 Opening Hours: Mon: CLOSED Tue: 10.30am-5.30pm Wed: 10.30am-4.30pm. Thu: 10.30am-4.30pm Fri: 10.30am-4.30pm Sat: 10.30am-1.30pm Sun: CLOSED
Jabiru Swimming Pool & Gym Tel: 8979 2127 Open Mon-Thu 6am-8am & 12pm-8pm, Fri 6am-8am & 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12pm-6pm.
7.30pm Jabiru Youth Centre. Come and learn or share art and craft skills. All welcome. Contact Anne O'Dea 8979 3407 for further details.
PLEASE NOTE
Jabiru Health Centre Tel: 8979 2018
Clinic Opening Hours Thu: 8am-12pm. Fri: 8am-12pm. Sat & Sun: Emergency Service Only Mon, Tue & Wed: 9am-12pm. 1pm– 4pm.
Jabiru Public Library Tel: 8979 9459 Opening Hours: Mon: CLOSED Tue: 10.30am-5.30pm Wed: 10.30am-4.30pm. Thu: 10.30am-4.30pm Fri: 10.30am-4.30pm Sat: 10.30am-1.30pm Sun: CLOSED
Jabiru Swimming Pool & Gym Tel: 8979 2127 Open Mon-Thu 6am-8am & 12pm-8pm, Fri 6am-8am & 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12pm-6pm.
Upcoming Events & Activities (Kids)
Fridays Mums & Bubs at Kakadu Lodge.
Morning tea between 10am and 12 noon each Friday. Scones, muffins & fruit platters $5 adults (kids free). Come along and enjoy a swim and have some fun!
Tuesdays Jabiru Playgroup @ Jabiru Court House 10am. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere for children aged 0-5 yrs.
Wednesdays Story Time & Craft 10.30am Jabiru Library. Come down to the library and join in with our Story time and craft activity with our lovely Library Assistant Shirley.
All parents and children from 0-5 year olds are welcome. Further enquiries 8979 9459 or email library@westarnhem.nt.gov.au
Thursday April 16 Fun Bus (toy library)
All are welcome to attend, 10am till 12 noon at Brockman Oval.
Registration is $22 so please bring the correct amount in cash as the ladies have no change.
Sunday April 19 AUSTSWIM Training Assessment Participants are required for AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety and AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant & Toddler Familiarsation.
Time: 5 year olds: 3pm -3.45pm.
Toddlers: 24 -36 months 4.15pm-5pm.
NB: All toddlers MUST be accompanied by a participating adult. Bookings are essential, limited numbers, please call Liz Martin @ Jabiru Pool 8979 2127 to reserve a place for your child.
Please note: All children will be videotaped during the lesson. Footage will be sent to the AUSTSWIM head office in Melbourne for assessment purposes only.
Tuesday April 21 Jabiru Auskick
3.30pm at Brockman Oval but please note this year we will be using the other side of the oval near the toilets and kiosk. There will be a free sign on BBQ on the 21st at 5pm sponsored by the Kakadu Culture Camp. The involvement of parents in this program is very much encouraged so please come along and take part.
Sunday May 17 Jabiru Mini Triathlon Please note revised kids circuit. 5km cycle (around the lake supervised), 1km walk/run, 1 length of the pool. Registration required. BBQ breakfast afterwards. Email kakaducommunity@gmail or register at the pool.
Morning tea between 10am and 12 noon each Friday. Scones, muffins & fruit platters $5 adults (kids free). Come along and enjoy a swim and have some fun!
Tuesdays Jabiru Playgroup @ Jabiru Court House 10am. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere for children aged 0-5 yrs.
Wednesdays Story Time & Craft 10.30am Jabiru Library. Come down to the library and join in with our Story time and craft activity with our lovely Library Assistant Shirley.
All parents and children from 0-5 year olds are welcome. Further enquiries 8979 9459 or email library@westarnhem.nt.gov.au
Thursday April 16 Fun Bus (toy library)
All are welcome to attend, 10am till 12 noon at Brockman Oval.
Registration is $22 so please bring the correct amount in cash as the ladies have no change.
Sunday April 19 AUSTSWIM Training Assessment Participants are required for AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety and AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant & Toddler Familiarsation.
Time: 5 year olds: 3pm -3.45pm.
Toddlers: 24 -36 months 4.15pm-5pm.
NB: All toddlers MUST be accompanied by a participating adult. Bookings are essential, limited numbers, please call Liz Martin @ Jabiru Pool 8979 2127 to reserve a place for your child.
Please note: All children will be videotaped during the lesson. Footage will be sent to the AUSTSWIM head office in Melbourne for assessment purposes only.
Tuesday April 21 Jabiru Auskick
3.30pm at Brockman Oval but please note this year we will be using the other side of the oval near the toilets and kiosk. There will be a free sign on BBQ on the 21st at 5pm sponsored by the Kakadu Culture Camp. The involvement of parents in this program is very much encouraged so please come along and take part.
Sunday May 17 Jabiru Mini Triathlon Please note revised kids circuit. 5km cycle (around the lake supervised), 1km walk/run, 1 length of the pool. Registration required. BBQ breakfast afterwards. Email kakaducommunity@gmail or register at the pool.
Sport (Kids)
Mondays Soccer 4.30pm to 6pm. 5 y/olds+ Magela Oval
Tuesdays Soccer Adults & big kids 7.30pm Magela Oval
Wednesdays Tennis 4.30pm to 5.30pm JSSC
Thursdays Golf 3.30pm to 5pm Jabiru Golf Club
Thursdays Life Saving for Kids @ Jabiru Pool
Saturdays Golf 9am to 11am Jabiru Golf Club
Tuesdays Soccer Adults & big kids 7.30pm Magela Oval
Wednesdays Tennis 4.30pm to 5.30pm JSSC
Thursdays Golf 3.30pm to 5pm Jabiru Golf Club
Thursdays Life Saving for Kids @ Jabiru Pool
Saturdays Golf 9am to 11am Jabiru Golf Club
Sport (Adults)
Tuesdays
Lifesaving Club Training 5-6pm Jabiru Pool
Rugby Training 6pm Magela Oval
Soccer Training & Match 7pm Magela Oval
Wednesdays
Tennis Social Games 6.30 to 7.30 JSSC.
Golf - refer to the Golf Club Program. Touch Rugby - coming soon.
Netball - out of season. Aussie Rules - out of season.
Thursdays
Lifesaving Training 5pm—6pm. Jabiru Pool
Rugby Training 6pm Magela Oval.
Cricket Training Brockman Oval
Lifesaving Club Training 5-6pm Jabiru Pool
Rugby Training 6pm Magela Oval
Soccer Training & Match 7pm Magela Oval
Wednesdays
Tennis Social Games 6.30 to 7.30 JSSC.
Golf - refer to the Golf Club Program. Touch Rugby - coming soon.
Netball - out of season. Aussie Rules - out of season.
Thursdays
Lifesaving Training 5pm—6pm. Jabiru Pool
Rugby Training 6pm Magela Oval.
Cricket Training Brockman Oval
Register Your Interest
Are you pregnant?
Do you want information on pregnancy, birth choices, labour, breastfeeding and early parenting?
We are hoping to hold a series of antenatal classes or perhaps an antenatal weekend workshop presented by the Childbirth Education Ass. Darwin. When: Late May 2009. Please register your interest ASAP with Trish 8979 3141 or email kakaducommunity@.gmail.com
Freestyle Karate for kids and adults.
Increase your fitness, confidence and mutual respect for self and others. Contact Dave for more info on 0428 735 677 or email clanofthewolf@live.com.au
Landcare Group in Kakadu? Initially aiming to tackle weeds along the walking track around the lake. Then look into expanding into a range of surveys (including fish, frogs and birds around the lake). We will be looking for interested people to join us in 2009 pending Parks approval. Michelle: 8979 3991 or email michelleandgav@bigpond.com
Calling all Jabiru Music Lovers
Are you interested in playing with people of similar interests and developing your skills? Why not be apart of the Jabiru Music Club? Contact Steve 8979 3407. All ages welcome.
The 2009 Tour de Kakadu. September 2009
Do you suffer from post Tour de France withdrawal? If so prepare yourself for a 3 day riding and camping weekend in Kakadu.
Do you want information on pregnancy, birth choices, labour, breastfeeding and early parenting?
We are hoping to hold a series of antenatal classes or perhaps an antenatal weekend workshop presented by the Childbirth Education Ass. Darwin. When: Late May 2009. Please register your interest ASAP with Trish 8979 3141 or email kakaducommunity@.gmail.com
Freestyle Karate for kids and adults.
Increase your fitness, confidence and mutual respect for self and others. Contact Dave for more info on 0428 735 677 or email clanofthewolf@live.com.au
Landcare Group in Kakadu? Initially aiming to tackle weeds along the walking track around the lake. Then look into expanding into a range of surveys (including fish, frogs and birds around the lake). We will be looking for interested people to join us in 2009 pending Parks approval. Michelle: 8979 3991 or email michelleandgav@bigpond.com
Calling all Jabiru Music Lovers
Are you interested in playing with people of similar interests and developing your skills? Why not be apart of the Jabiru Music Club? Contact Steve 8979 3407. All ages welcome.
The 2009 Tour de Kakadu. September 2009
Do you suffer from post Tour de France withdrawal? If so prepare yourself for a 3 day riding and camping weekend in Kakadu.
Classifieds
Kakadu Bakery
Yes, we are now open again on Sundays!"Another treat from Kakadu Bakery"Opering Times: Mon-Sat 6.30 to 2.30pm. Sun 8.00 to 2pm
Tel: 8979 2320 Fax: 8979 2213
Fresh Obsession Every Tuesday at the Jabiru Lake 9am-4.30pm. Orders available online or call Shane on 0409 207 472.
Open: Mon - Fri 8am-5.30pm, Sat 8am-3pm & Sun 9am-2pm.
Appointments for haircuts, colours and leg waxes would be appreciated, but we try to accommodate for non appointments.
Tel: 8979 2210
It's Kakadu Gifts & Video ShopJabiru Shopping Plaza. Open 6 days.
Tel: 8979 2357
Check out the latest new supply of Cheeky Dog Shirts for adults and kids, also Cheeky dog tote bags, aprons & Eco silk bags.
Jabiru Plaza Cafe Wet Season Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm. Sat 8am-2pm. Tel: 8979 2570 Employment
ERA Plant Operations Administrator
12 Months Fixed Term REF No: NOR0003W
We are seeking an experienced administrative assistant to join the Plant Operations team at Ranger mine. Reporting to the Superintendent Plant Operation Production, you will provide quality administrative support to the Plant Operations department.
Further information can be obtained from Phil Nichols (Human Resources – recruitment) on (08) 8938 1245.
Applications close Wednesday, 15 April 2009
ERA Website.
Parks Australia Kakadu National Park
Position Title: District Administration and Contract Management Support – Re-Advertised
APS Level: APS 5 Non-Ongoing 12 Months.Reference: 23007
Salary range $58,713 - $62,285
The position provides administrative and financial support to the Park, including monitoring and reporting on administrative and financial practices, training field staff in the use of electronic financial... [MORE]
Selection documentation may be obtained by telephoning Felicity Rose on (08) 8938 1102; email felicity.rose@environment.gov.au or via the Internet at Applications must be received by COB Monday 27 April 2009.
Kakadu Community Noticeboard
Assistant Coordinator/Editor is required for 3hrs/week to proof read and edit the weekly noticeboard editions online. Managing the printing and distribution of the weekly what's on guide may also be required. Contact Tony for more info on 8979 3141 or email kakaducommunity@gmail.com
12 Months Fixed Term REF No: NOR0003W
We are seeking an experienced administrative assistant to join the Plant Operations team at Ranger mine. Reporting to the Superintendent Plant Operation Production, you will provide quality administrative support to the Plant Operations department.
Further information can be obtained from Phil Nichols (Human Resources – recruitment) on (08) 8938 1245.
Applications close Wednesday, 15 April 2009
ERA Website.
Parks Australia Kakadu National Park
Position Title: District Administration and Contract Management Support – Re-Advertised
APS Level: APS 5 Non-Ongoing 12 Months.Reference: 23007
Salary range $58,713 - $62,285
The position provides administrative and financial support to the Park, including monitoring and reporting on administrative and financial practices, training field staff in the use of electronic financial... [MORE]
Selection documentation may be obtained by telephoning Felicity Rose on (08) 8938 1102; email felicity.rose@environment.gov.au or via the Internet at Applications must be received by COB Monday 27 April 2009.
Kakadu Community Noticeboard
Assistant Coordinator/Editor is required for 3hrs/week to proof read and edit the weekly noticeboard editions online. Managing the printing and distribution of the weekly what's on guide may also be required. Contact Tony for more info on 8979 3141 or email kakaducommunity@gmail.com
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