Archived Month: May 2003

Mayor of Baveno in Nadur for bilateral talks [30/05/03]

The Mayor of Baveno Dr Paolo Marchioni arrived in Nadur on Friday for a three day visit. During his visit, Dr Marchioni will keep on discussing the twinning agreement to be signed this summer between Baveno and Nadur. It will be Nadur's second twinning agreement following the first successful one with Cicciano (Naples). Dr Marchioni met Mayor Dr Chris Said and all councillors on Friday. He was also taken around Nadur and praised the Council for its latest projects. Dr Marchioni will also be meeting representatives of numerous Nadur organisations, including june29th.com, on Saturday. Click here for an interview with Baveno's Mayor.

Refurbished Primary School Hall inaugurated [30/05/03]

The Nadur Primary School has inaugurated its new refurbished hall. The Ministry for Gozo forked out around Lm40,000 for the project. The hall bears the name of Naduri Dr Joe de Bono, who served as Assistant Director for Primary Schools between 1979 and 1983. The Nadur Primary School now has its own state-of-the-art multi-purpose hall, with the latest audio and visual facilities. The inauguration ceremony was held on Thursday morning under the patronage of Gozo Minister Giovanna Debono. The annual Prize Day was also held on the same day and included a presentation based on scenes from the musical The Wizard of Oz. Click here for photos.

Sprightly Youngsters win Super Cup! [28/05/03]

After winning the Freedom Cup, the Gozo Championship and the Noel Vassallo Cup, a dynamic Nadur Youngsters claimed the Super Cup on Wednesday! Xewkija Tigers, eager to close their season in a decent way, opened the score in the first minutes. They even managed to defend their one-goal lead for the first half of the match. Then things got brighter for the whites. Chris Camilleri (51st) levelled the score and Edoardo do Nascimento (63rd) established the Youngsters-lead. The Youngsters could have made them 3-1 towards the end of the match but Anthony Portelli wasn’t lucky enough when the ball crashed against the post. The whites kept the lead even with nine players on pitch, after Immanuel Muscat and Chris Camilleri were shown the red card. Click here for photos.

The whites will be wrapping up a memorable season next Sunday with the GFA Cup final against Ghajnsielem.

Corkskrew to perform live at Nadur [27/05/03]

Corkskrew, one of a number of local bands riding the crest of what can be described as a resurgence of traditional rock in Malta, will be performing live at Nadur on June 20th. Nadur will on that day be celebrating Youth Day in front of the Youth Centre. 

Forget the folkloristic 'throw the balloon' game this year... Corkskrew are set to bring colour and energy! This time last year Corkskrew released the single "Another Day", which preceded the launch of the band's debut CD album "Micromania". Singles such as "Another Day", "Love & Paradise", "Spyro Gyra" and "Superstar" featured prominently in the charts of local radio stations. Corkskrew are currently working on new material, some of which will be performed in June 20th's gig.

Whites win Noel Vassallo Cup [25/05/03]

The newly-crowned Gozo Champions Nadur Youngsters seem to be determined not to leave anything behind! A victory against Zebbug Rovers on Sunday was no easy task. In fact 120 minutes were not enough for the whites to snatch the Noel Vassallo Cup as the Gozo Stadium scoreboard was still reading a 2-2 score. The whites went two goals ahead in the first 30 minutes with goals by Edoardo do Nascimento (23rd) and Chris Camilleri (30th). Yet the Rovers surprised the crowd with two goals in the first 15 minutes of the second half.

Teddie Bajada's boys combined graft with craft to dominate considerable swathes of possession against an eager Rovers side. A final match sealed with penalty shoot-outs (8-7) may have been a cruel blow to Zebbug Rovers, but it definitely rewarded the most enterprising team. Click here for photos.

There are two more important final games ahead as the whites will be facing Xewkija Tigers for the Super Cup on May 28th and Ghajnsielem FC for the GFA Cup on June 1st.  

Young Nadur students lead the way in annual Sports Day [23/05/03]

The Nadur Primary School managed to sweep the most gold medals at the Gozo Sports Day organized annually by the Education Department. The Sports Day was held at the Gozo Stadium on Friday May 23rd. The fifty young contestants from Nadur were coached by teachers Sharon Bajada and Mark Azzopardi. The Nadur Primary School competed with 14 other Gozitan schools and managed to place 1st, 2nd or 3rd in most of the 16 events. 

Hurray! The june29th.com guestbook is back [21/05/03]

It's time to make your voice heard again! The new june29th.com guestbook is now online. Special thanks goes out to our technical director Toni Sant for providing us with a professional custom-built guestbook, which will no longer tolerate irresponsible postings! Tough luck to all 'old' trouble makers! The new guestbook will also enable you to include your photo next to your message! Meanwhile all messages which had been posted from October 2001 to May 2003 will still be accessible from the About Us section.

Youngsters move on to Noel Vassallo Cup Final [18/05/03]

Nadur Youngsters strolled to a 4-0 victory over Xewkija Tigers on Sunday and are now prepared to face Zebbug Rovers for the Noel Vassallo Cup final. Zebbug Rovers surprisingly eliminated Ghajnsielem FC with a 2-0 score on Sunday.

Just four days following a 7-0 victory over Xaghra United in the Noel Vasssallo Cup Quarter Finals, the Gozo champions showed they are still hungry for more! The Youngsters moved to a three-goal lead in the first half with goals by Mark Buttigieg (20th), Chris Camilleri (26th) and Edoardo do Nascimento (32nd). Bizu, then, rubber-stamped the victory on the 65th minute. Click here for photos.

Meanwhile, the Youngsters are now preparing to face Zebbug Rovers for the Super Cup semi-final next Wednesday. If the Youngsters win the encounter, they will have to play three finals: Noel Vassallo Cup against Zebbug Rovers on May 25th, Super Cup against Ghajnsielem or Xewkija on May 28th and GFA Cup against Ghajnsielem on June 1st.

The Youngsters are expected to wrap up the memorable 2002/2003 season with a friendly match against Premier League Champions Sliema Wanderers at the Gozo Stadium.

Naduri in Australia expresses concern for lack of interest  [15/05/03]

Peter Paul Portelli, President of the Nadur Australian Association, is concerned by the lack of interest being shown by the Nadurin in Australia for the upcoming Mnarja Church celebrations. “Many Nadurin in Australia have become strangers in a strange culture,” Peter Paul Portelli told june29th.com. “It is very disappointing to meet fellow Nadurin in Australia telling you they are not interested in the feast of St Peter and St Paul. It’s a shame. Especially when one realizes that these people lived in Nadur.” Peter Paul Portelli vented out his frustration at the poor attendance for the special Solemn Mass which is organized every year to mark the feast of St Peter and St Paul. “While many Nadurin in Australia pack a Church for a funeral service, only a handful of them participate in the Mnarja Church-celebration. “Almost 400 Nadurin enjoy the Mnarja Dinner Dance but less than a dozen attend the celebrations in the church,” a disappointed Peter Paul Portelli told june29th.com.

Meanwhile, the Nadur Australian Association has just completed its latest project: a Bishop’s throne and a set of candle holders. Click here for photos and more information.

Should San Blas go commercial?!   [13/05/03]

A commercial advert has recently been installed at San Blas Bay. Besides being an eyesore - set against the natural settings of the beach – the advert heralds the commencement of commercial ventures on the beach. Nature Trust (Malta) confirmed with june29th.com that such ventures, as the one advertised on the bill board, generate large amounts of waste ending eventually on the beach. “Rather than advertising commercial interests, such signs should state that swimming is not advisable at San Blas Bay due to the sewage outfall nearby,” Nature Trust said.

Vandals strike at pjazzetta  [10/05/03]

There seems to be no end to vandal attacks in Nadur. Following vandal strikes at San Blas Garden a few weeks ago, unknown persons have destroyed a Lm400 cast iron sign at Archpriest Martin Camilleri Square, bearing the name of Nadur's pjazzetta. The vandal attack took place during the night between Friday and Saturday. It is indeed sad to see that not everyone appreciates the excellent work being carried out by the Nadur Local Council. The Council has already deplored and condemned the vandal attack and is urging all those who have any information to call at the Council’s office.

Youngsters to face Ghajnsielem in GFA Cup final [08/05/03]

Nadur Youngsters will be facing Ghajnsielem FC in this year's GFA Cup final. The whites moved on to the last phase of the competition after beating Zebbug Rovers in a baffling semi-final on Thursday afternoon. Edoardo do Nascimento’s golden goal following 105 minutes unbalanced the score and paved the way for the whites to move on. Following the first 90 minutes, the Youngsters and the Rovers were still neck to neck on a 1-1 score. Bizu opened the score for the whites early in the first half, with the Rovers finding the net late in the second half. The whites must now gear up to face the blacks in a few days time.

Meanwhile, a championship celebration BBQ will be held in front of the Youngsters’ club on Friday. There will also be Mike Spiteri, Stephen Mizzi, the Happy Dancers and more entertainers!

Council publishes draft Mnarja program [08/05/03]

The Nadur Local Council has recently published a draft Mnarja-week program, featuring a number of annual events taking place during Mnarja week. Festivities start on Thursday, June 19th, with a special entertaining evening for all Nadur children and wrap up on July 3rd. The Council will be marking the special occasion by unveiling a family-monument at the Council's Garden at Fatima Street. The Mnarja program includes the annual Banda Mnarja concert, the agricultural show, the traditional Mnarja folk evening and horse races. Click here for full details. 

Naduri wins national motocross championship [06/05/03]

Naduri Michael Camilleri has just won Malta’s 125 cc motocross championship. Throughout the championship, Camilleri gained 308 points. Camilleri was officially awarded the national championship last Sunday at the ASM (Assocjazzjoni Sport Muturi) Race Tracks at Ta’ Qali. Michael Camilleri won the 125 cc championship - Malta’s most popular category – with his Yamaha YZ bike. Camilleri was the first Gozitan biker to ever win the ASM motocross 125cc Championship. Well done Michael! Click here for photos.

We did it again! Nadur celebrates a special SEVEN! [04/05/03]

Gozo Champions Nadur Youngsters wrapped up their championship commitments on Sunday beating Xewkija Tigers with three goals. Anthony Portelli broke the ice on the 55th minute, paving the way for another goal by captain Mario Bonello ten minutes afterwards. Edoardo do Nascimento (Bizu) made them three on the 81st minute. Championships are there to be won and victories are meant to be celebrated. The Youngsters mathematically did the first a few days ago, however they are doing the latter in style right now! The Championship Cup was taken round Gozo in a celebration-carcade, before arriving home.

Celebrations at the Gozo Stadium | Celebrations at Nadur | Trophy-presentation

Seven good reasons to celebrate! [03/05/03]

Sunday will be a day of celebration for all Nadurin and for all those who have Nadur at heart. Our football team, Nadur Youngsters, will be crowned Gozo Champions for the seventh time in their history. A tough struggle has now reached its end, with the whites claiming a well-deserved title. All committee members, players and supporters will start the day with a special thanksgiving Mass at Nadur's Basilica at 0930 CET. A carcade will depart from the club at 1400 CET, two hours before the Youngsters face Xewkija Tigers at the Gozo Stadium. The Youngsters will be officially presented the Championship Cup at around 1745 CET. The Cup will then go for a celebration-ride around Gozo, starting from Victoria and going through Sannat, Xewkija, Ghajnsielem and Qala. The Mnarja Band will greet the cup in front of the MBC Theatre and proceed with a band march up to the Club. A huge street party will wrap up the V-day!

A tombola evening for the ladies will take place next Wednesday at the pjazzetta and a big celebration BBQ will be held in front of the club on Friday. Let's all enjoy another memorable moment in our club's history.

NYFC President denies claims as whites prepare to celebrate [01/05/03]

Nadur Youngsters FC President Joseph Portelli has strongly denied all allegations pressed against the Youngsters' committee, officials and Club Manager in the past days. Mr Portelli issued a public statement, condemning all those who used their anonymity to shed bad light on NYFC officials and Club Manager. Click here to read Mr Portelli's public statement. Meanwhile, Nadur Youngsters will be officially crowned Gozo Champions next Sunday afternoon, following the last league game against Xewkija Tigers at 1600 CET. Big celebrations are expected to follow, as the Youngsters bring home their seventh Championship in history. Charlie Grech has also prepared the statistics for the upcoming match against the yellows. 

Less than two months to go for big day [01/05/03]

The people of Nadur will be celebrating Mnarja in less than two months time! The Church, the Mnarja Band, the Local Council and all feast-organizations are preparing to make Mnarja 2003 another special feast. Meanwhile, the Local Council's sub-committee responsible for the Mnarja activities met last Tuesday and discussed a number of activities which are organized every year by the Local Council, including the Agricultural Show, the Ikla Tradizzjonali, the horse races and the annual special band concert organized together with the Mnarja Band Committee. Many of our friends from Cicciano, the Italian town twinned with Nadur, have already booked their flight and will also be enjoying Mnarja with us!

Another month, more anecdotes to enjoy [01/05/03]

On june29th.com every month kicks off with a new edition of "Il-Hbieb Isejhu". This month you can read special stories on Motherly love. There are also wonderful anecdotes by  Halford Lucock, Robin Lee Shope and much more. Dr Coronato Grech starts a new feature on saliva, a subject which could be more interesting that many of us think. There's also the story of a priest who started his sermon by saying he had just kissed a married woman! Hmm... sounds interesting... click here and enjoy.

news editor: Pierre J. Mejlak