Natasha Griggs, Administrator Christmas and Cocos Keeling Islands | Government official

Natasha Griggs, Administrator Christmas and Cocos Keeling Islands

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23.01.2022 Territory Week 2020 - 18+ Event Evening Soiree Come and dance the night away at our Evening Soiree (18+ event) Tickets are $70 each and can be purchased here: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/SE9HY... Tickets include: Drink on arrival Starters Main Course Dessert Shuttle bus Radio Now are returning to the Island to perform live through the night. Drinks are available for purchase, cash sales only. Thank you to all of our amazing sponsors Phosphate Resources Limited, Virgin Australia, AFP, Creations Event Services, Serco Asia Pacific, Golden Bosun Tavern And Restaurant, CI Removals, Freightshop and Block Renovations.

23.01.2022 I am delighted to welcome the #destinationsWA team to Christmas Island for the filming of 13 exciting episodes that will be broadcast not just in WA but nationally. Filming kicks off tonight with cultural performances by our talented locals can’t wait to see how beautifully our cultural heritage is showcased across Australia. Thanks to Christmas Island Tourism for all their effort and enthusiasm in developing a very exciting group of stories that will highlight all the ama...zing attributes of Christmas Island Thanks also to my awesome team for all of their hard work.

23.01.2022 A new message from the Territory Controllers Update 7 May 2021 7 May 2021 COVID-19 update The IOT COVID-19 subcommittee have considered the eased restrictions for wearing masks in Western Australia.... Based on expert health advice and in alignment with the WA restrictions, travellers to the IOT from WA will no longer have to wear a mask from 12:01am Saturday 8 May 2021. Travellers already in the IOT from prior flights that received a Direction to wear a mask for 14 days upon arrival can also cease wearing masks from 12:01am Saturday 8 May 2021. As always, our rigorous travel application and assessment process is in place to minimise risk and keep the IOT COVID-free. Please note that requirements may change as new information comes to light. Anyone with queries about the restrictions (non-medical) can contact the AFP on 9164 8444 (CI) or 9162 6600 (CKI).

22.01.2022 Launching the second event of the Territory Week 2020 celebrations TRIVIA NIGHT! I will be hosting the event at the Administrator’s residence, $80 per table of 8 ticket price includes nibbles and entertainment. Bar service will be available and there are prizes for the winners of each trivia category. Thanks to all of our amazing sponsors for supporting this event. Phosphate Resources Limited, Creations Event Services, CI Removals, Freightshop, Golden Bosun Tavern And Re...staurant, Christmas Island Outdoor Cinema, 6RCI Christmas Island Community Radio Station, Christmas Island Tourism, Fourth Seed, Christmas Island Cricket and Sporting Club, Acker, Metro Enterprises Pty Ltd, Kedai Al-Barakah Grocery Store, AFP, Virgin Australia and Toll Group. You can buy your tickets here: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/CHBB3

22.01.2022 Attention Christmas & Cocos (Keeling) Islanders - 15/11/2020 : SA Travellers The recent announcement by the WA Government in relation to South Australian travellers also applies to the IOTs. Unfortunately we will not be accepting any travellers from South Australia until WA does.... This is the only way we can ensure the safety of our community while preserving our very important WA/IOT travelzone. Please direct any questions to my office via email [email protected] Please like and share this post Thanks everyone.

21.01.2022 ****IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CHRISTMAS ISLAND RESIDENTS**** Additional Perth to Christmas Island air service for Saturday, 12 December 2020 The Australian Government is underwriting an additional Perth to Christmas Island (CI) return air passenger service on Saturday, 12 December to help meet the exceptionally high demand for flights out of CI in the first half of next month. Passenger numbers for this service out of Perth will be capped, to also help maximise freight delivery t...o CI in the pre-holiday period. This new service will complement previously announced additional IOT passenger services provided for 27 September, 11 October, 8 November, 22 November, and 20 December, and also new IOT freighter services provided for 20 November and 4 December 2020. The Government will continue to monitor and adjust IOT air service capacity as required, noting the current high demand and traveller numbers.

20.01.2022 **Important Message : IOT COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE: Aligning CI and CKI with WA border arrangements ** In meetings today (4 November), the Emergency Management Committees of Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands have endorsed the recommendation proposed by the COVID-19 subcommittee that the Indian Ocean Territories (IOT) align with the upcoming WA border and travel adjustments from November 15. This includes: Adopting the WA adjustment for very low risk sta...tes (defined as those with no community cases in 28 days currently NT, SA, ACT, TAS, and Qld) and allow travel from these jurisdictions, via WA, to the IOT without quarantine or isolation restrictions Endorsing that low risk states be categorised as jurisdictions with less than five community cases per day on a 14-day rolling average. This currently includes NSW and Victoria. Travellers from low risk states may enter the IOT after isolation/self-quarantine in WA for a period of 14 days, with a mandatory COVID-19 test on day 11. EMC also endorsed the maintaining of the current state of emergency (currently in place until 17 December, in line with national protocol). This endorsement is in line with their earlier decision to align the IOT with WA staging and border measures. People will still be required to apply for travel, to both WA and to the IOT. We continue to liaise with the WA Government to support the WA/IOT Travel Zone and operationalise the controlled borders processes. Further information will be available later through the regular Territory Controllers Update. For further information on the WA border arrangements, go to: https://www.wa.gov.au//covid-19-coronavirus-controlled-int Please like and share this post

20.01.2022 As Chair of the Indian Ocean Territories Regional Development Organisation (IOT RDO), I am delighted to share a new television commercial, commissioned by the IOT RDO as part of our economic stimulus funding, to showcase our amazing Islands and bring more visitors to experience everything we have to offer. Tune in to channel 9 on Sunday nights at 5:30pm perth time to see both Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands on the Destination WA tv programme, launching this Sunday 15 N...ovember 2020! Christmas Island Tourism Cocos Keeling Islands Visitor Centre

19.01.2022 The final day in our Territory Week 2020 calendar is wrapped up with Island Quest on Monday 5 October 2020. Challenge yourself with a variety of events and finish with a relaxing picnic at Tea Gardens. The line-up of the day includes the annual Shorefire fishing competition 12AM 10AM; weigh in is between 10AM 11:30AM at Flying Fish Cove. Register at Shorefire by 3 October 2020. Sepak Takraw will be on behind the Mosque in Kampong from 8:30am 12PM Kedai Al-Barakah Groc...ery Store Grab your car for an Island Scavenger Hunt. Register at Flying Fish Cove at 11am, competition starts at 12pm. Finish at Tea Gardens by 2pm to enjoy the Family Picnic. The Family Picnic runs from 1pm to 5pm including live performances. BYO picnic. Relax and unwind after a fabulous week of celebrating! Thank you to all of the wonderful sponsors and organisers Shorefire, Kedai Al-Barakah Grocery Store, Virgin Australia, Phosphate Resources Limited, Creations Event Services, CI Removals, Freightshop, Acker

17.01.2022 2017 : This was one of the most memorable days of my life - it was such an honour and privilege to be sworn in as the first female Administrator for Christmas Island and the first woman to be appointed in the dual role of Administrator for Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Reflecting back It is hard to believe that in 2010 I was elected as the first female to represent the NT in the House of Representatives. It is my hope that my beautiful grand-daughters grow up knowing that absolutely anything is possible. I am grateful for all of the amazing people in my life ... I am truly blessed

17.01.2022 A new message from the Territory Controllers Update 4 November 2020

16.01.2022 A new message from the Territory Controllers Update 18 November 2020

15.01.2022 A new message from the Territory Controllers Update 23 September 2020

14.01.2022 It was an honour to conduct a wedding ceremony this afternoon for a lovely couple who eloped to Christmas Island and will now honeymoon on Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Congratulations to D&L, the secret newlyweds!

12.01.2022 Extension of IOT states of emergency Recognising COVID-19 remains a significant threat to the remote and vulnerable Indian Ocean Territories (IOT) communities, Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories, the Honourable Nola Marino MP, has agreed to extend the declared states of emergency in Christmas Island (CI) and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands (CKI), up until 17 December 2020, in line with the national state of emergency. The emergency declaration extensions ...will continue to support the Western Australian IOT travel zone and the ongoing movement of travellers to the IOT in a safe and controlled way. The border restrictions are being regularly considered by the IOT Emergency Management COVID-19 sub-committee in line with national protocols and evidence-based medical advice. The Australian Government understands the significant impacts COVID-19 has had on IOT communities and the economy. As the IOT continues on its pathway to recovery, the Government will continue to support local businesses, families and communities through assistance programs and tailored stimulus. As at 16 September 2020, there were no known cases of COVID-19 in the IOT. I thank the Territory Controllers, Detective Sergeant Kylie Lawson on CI, and Sergeant David Williams on CKI, supported by the Emergency Management Committees, for keeping our IOT communities COVIDSafe in our ongoing response. IOT residents should continue to follow Australian Government and local advice, including on travel restrictions, health, hygiene, physical distancing and self-isolation. Thank you for your support and willingness to abide by the measures to keep our communities and families safe over the coming months.

11.01.2022 Administrator of Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands Community Newsletter #20. In this issue: Welcome Message... Latest News CI airport arrivals upgrade stimulus project supports growing passenger demand New IOT Airports Manager Skating thrills and skills for Cocos kids Meeting of the IOT Health Service Community Advisory Committee NDIA visit to Indian Ocean Territories Territories Legislation Amendment Bill 2020 Community Bulletins Assistant Minister Media Release Budget 2020: Delivering for Christmas Island New Electricity Fees for the Indian Ocean Territories 2020-21 Water and wastewater service charges for IOT Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment New Conservation Advice for two endangered Christmas Island birds Community Activities 2020 Inter-Island Sports Event Public Announcements Community Reminder Spear Fishing Prohibited Prevention steps and advice for caregivers and household members of suspected cases Job Opportunities Cleaners - Indian Ocean Territories Administration Senior Registered Nurse Level 1 Cocos (Keeling) Islands Fixed Plant Maintenance Supervisor

10.01.2022 Date: 25 November 2020. Testing of the Emergency Broadcast Service System on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands The Department will be undertaking testing of the Emergency Broadcast Service System on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. This is required following a recent repair to the system. ... The testing of this system will cause some disruptions to the Digital TV broadcasting for Home and West Islands between 10:00am and 12:00pm on Wednesday 25 November 2020. During this period, Blue, Yellow, Red, and All Clear cyclone messages will be broadcast and displayed on all Digital TV channels. The community is advised these alerts are for test purposes only. Thank you for your understanding and patience whilst the testing is being undertaken.

08.01.2022 Such a great initiative thanks to the AFP guys and gals for putting on this event ... Kylie Lawson please pass on our thanks

08.01.2022 IOT Community Newsletter #18 In this issue: Administrator’s Message... Latest News Home Island Fire Station Extension Project Wastewater COVID support for IOT businesses First meeting of the IOT’s new health community advisory committee Bowel Cancer awareness IOTHS community health message Community Health free fitness fun for females Visiting Specialist Gastroenterologist Visiting Specialist Speech Therapist Visiting Specialist Occupational Therapist Visiting Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist Visiting Specialist Physiotherapist Community Bulletins Australian Government extends current support for IOT electricity customers AM Marino Media Release CI Economic Stimulus Projects AM Marino Media Release CKI Economic Stimulus Projects Assistant Minister Media Release Christmas Island Solar Watercorp major fixtures COVID relief extended to IOT RDO Projects put IOT tourism in the spotlight AM Marino Media Release IOTHS Five Year Strategic Plan Christmas Island Public Holidays 2021 Cocos (Keeling) Islands Public Holidays 2021 Landside mitigation works bulletin Additional IOT air services Joint Ley Marino Media Release CI National Park tourism infrastructure Community Activities 24 Festive Drum and Silk Fans competition Public Announcements JobKeeper payment extended Job Opportunities IOOC Casual Fuel Attendant CIMS Fire Technician Christmas Island Outdoor Cinema Upcoming Movies

07.01.2022 A new message from the Territory Controllers Update 3 May 2021

05.01.2022 Proudly launching the next event in the Territory Week 2020 calendar CI Family Day on Saturday 3 October 2020, 10am 3pm. This family event is for all ages and has something for everyone. Located at our famous Flying Fish Cove, the day features some new and some traditional activities. This event is FREE but you MUST register your attendance through this link: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/UA42K Registered attendees will need to collect a wristband to wear on the day, l...ocation to collect your wrist band to be advised soon. Stall holders can register their stalls here: https://stickytickets.com.au/NVG2W Phosphate Resources Limited are continuing their tradition of the annual Raft Regatta, more details to follow in the coming days. The Annual Cove Swim will start at 10am. Register at the CI Rec Centre or email [email protected] to compete. Other highlights include: Live Performances Face Painting Magician’s Workshop At night, there is a FREE movie for the kids PAW PATROL at a special screening time of 6:30pm. A huge thanks to our amazing sponsors and organisers who are making this day possible Phosphate Resources Limited, Virgin Australia, Creations Event Services, AFP, Freightshop, Christmas Island Recreation Centre, @ChristmasIslandOutdoorCinema, CI Removals, Acker, St John Ambulance - Christmas Island, Christmas Island Tourism, VMR, Christmas Island District High School, CI Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services .

02.01.2022 Removal of Kampong temporary fencing Christmas Island On 10 March following a significant rock fall on Christmas Island, temporary fencing was installed within areas of Kampong as a safety precaution with specialist expert risk assessments carried out. The area is considered safe for the fencing to now be removed, with a small area between the rock berms behind Kampong to remain fenced off.... I would like to remind everyone that landslide events can occur at any time. Keeping this in mind, please do not approach or access any areas near the existing rockfall protective barriers or associated construction zones. It is critical that residents and visitors in the Kampong residential area understand the risk of land slippage and rockfall and evacuate the area immediately if alarms sound or if asked to do so. I would like to thank residents and the Christmas Island community for your patience and support for the restrictions, which were in place for your protection.

02.01.2022 Additional IOT Air Services The Australian Government is underwriting additional air freighter services from Perth to Christmas Island (CI) and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands (CKI) on Friday, 20 November 2020 and Friday, 4 December 2020 to meet the high demand for IOT air services. The new freighter schedule is below, with fortnightly freighter services to resume from 1 January 2021:... Friday, 13 November 2020 Friday, 20 November 2020 Friday, 27 November 2020 Friday, 4 December 2020 Friday, 11 December 2020 Friday, 18 December 2020 Friday, 1 January 2021. These services will complement additional passenger services provided for 8 November, 22 November, and 20 December. Current lodgement times and processes for freight will apply. Additional details regarding IOT freight are available at https://www.freightshop.com.au/. The Government will continue to monitor and adjust IOT air service capacity as required.

02.01.2022 This #christmasIsland story is about Mr Lai Ah Hong; who is one of my most favourite human beings. Paul and I have learnt so much from this incredible man - he is certainly an unsung hero