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Kubuabola said: “It should be very ”The General Elections are to be held
clearly understood by all, that when the under universal suffrage without regard
clean: FIHTA
on Fiji.” now and 2014 by Fiji and its international
Kubuabola was reacting to comments friends, and it would not be deterred by
made by Australia’s Prime Minister Julia skeptics.
Gillard who said she was skeptical that Ratu Inoke said the 2014 commitment
Fiji Islands Hotel and Tourism This is our home and we have a duty
Fiji will be going to the polls in 2014 and the Road Map guide the country in
Association (FIHTA) says every to protect and nurture it,” Mr Wong
and that the best thing to do is maximize the interim.
pressure on Fiji. “The 14 Provincial Councils of Fiji
citizen of Fiji must make it their said.
Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe have endorsed the road-map and the business to keep the country clean. “The tourists who come to Fiji are
Bainimarama when contacted earlier said great majority of the international FIHTA chief executive officer generally not the main perpetrators
he did not want to comment on Gillard’s community has expressed their support Michael Wong said, “it is not of the litter problem - we are. The
statement. and understanding.” only the responsibility of the amount of rubbish that is thrown out
However Commodore Bainimarama said Kubuabola said he failed to understand tourism industry to look after our of vehicles on our roads is amazing
Gillard’s statement came as a surprise to why Canberra was still deliberately environment but every single one of and disgraceful. In our urban areas it
him as the Australian PM said she would trying to sow seeds of doubt with its us.” is not uncommon to wake up to not
engage Fiji when she first came into “very skeptical” message. Mr Wong said people needed to just single items but bags of rubbish
power. “I cannot see how Canberra’s position realize that through littering they dumped on public roads.
“I really don’t want to comment on that, in this regard could be constructive or in were only helping to pollute the “The industry has taken the lead to
it’s a change of tune from what she said any way good for regional stability.” country. keep the environment clean with
when she first came into power- that “If Canberra was genuine about wanting He said the tourism industry was waste recycling systems, promotion
she would engage Fiji,” Commodore dialogue and engagement, Fiji’s door doing its part in trying to help keep of awareness of the Environmental
Bainimarama said. was open.” the environment clean. Management Act, funding of the
“We have our plans in place and they He said he hoped such dialogue could
“The preservation of our pristine Mamanuca Environment Society,
have their policy of isolation, I don’t be conducted in a spirit of positive
environment and ecology is etc.
think these two will work,” he said. diplomacy and that Canberra would soon
important for all of us living in Fiji. “However for a cleaner Fiji, our
A statement issued by the Foreign Affairs drop its prescriptive and negative policy
“We need to keep Fiji clean for our entire population needs to, “do the
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Aries (March 21-April 19): which are worth considering. Keep yourself
Favourable trends at work bring in a
fresh opportunity to improve your career
open to new ideas and views in this week.
Libra (Sept 23-Oct 22):
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prospects. Financial gains are also indicated Monetary gains accrue to you from efforts 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
for those working on commission basis. that you have been consistently putting into 1 bay leaf
Some of you are likely to invest in property work. Those creative fields or connected 1 beef bouillon cube
or buy a piece of land in this week. You with travel will also do well this week. 1 cup boiling water
can look forward to a relaxed evening in News of a close relative is likely. You will 1 can (7 1/2 oz) tomato sauce
the company of your mate and family. be making plans to meet this person soon. 4 tablespoons flour
Taurus (April 20-May 20): Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21): 1/3 cup water
Be flexible in whatever you may have planned A busy day at work when you will be able to Heat oil in large saucepan; brown shanks
for this week because there will be changes at complete your work on schedule. Financial in hot oil; remove shanks.
the last minute. Additional expenses are also gains are indicated. A new contract will Add vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
indicated and there could be unreasonable be signed shortly. You may have to work Add vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
demands on your time for loved ones. a little harder at a personal relationship Add shanks; add garlic powder, salt,
Gemini (May 21-June 20): which has been deteriorating. News from pepper, rosemary, and bay leaf.
You are doing well for yourself. Financial overseas is indicated and will be favorable. 6 New Zealand Lamb Shanks Combine bouillon cube and boiling
gains accrue to you. The current period is Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21): 1/3 cup cooking oil water; add to meat and vegetable mixture.
one of success and gains for you. During New work offers and business proposals are 2 medium sized onions, chopped Stir in tomato sauce. Cover tightly and
the course of your work you will be likely to materialize. Consistent hard work 1 cup chopped celery simmer for about 2 hours or until shanks
meeting many people, but there is someone will earn you a good name, and position that 2 carrots, sliced are tender, stir occasionally.
special that you will meet for the first time. you have been striving for. Expansion in your 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Remove bay leaf.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): activities may require you to purchase some 1 teaspoon salt, Combine flour and water; stir into
1/4 teaspoon pepper mixture, stir, and cook until thickened.
You may feel agitated and up-set if things new property or land in this week.
don’t work out the way you would like Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19):
them to. Expenses are likely but that is
something you cannot help. You need not
worry if you have to resort to borrowing
Meeting and negotiations slated for today are
bound to work out favorably. Gains from new
investments are there. Matters concerning the
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profit through your venture in this week. evening. Students will do well in their studies.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18):
Sales transactions will go through smoothly Investments made today are bound to grow.
and you are likely to gain. Some of you A good week to sign important documents
may either buy or get an expensive present or agreements or even to move into a new
from someone. Investments in some land house. There is a marked tendency to be
or property are indicated. A new business brash and abrasive when getting your point
in collaboration with an old friend could across. See that this tendency does not
prove profitable to both the partners. work against you later.
Virgo (Aug 23-Sept 22): Pisces (Feb 19-March 20):
Overlooking a few minor details at work Work activities keep you profitably engaged
could go against you if you are not careful. but you seem to be in a melancholic mood. 1 whole boneless skinless chicken breast, (add 1 tablespoon oil if necessary).
However, your efforts at work are rewarded An old associate or friend may drop in this chopped Mix 1 tablespoon flour and 2 tablespoons
with success. Your partner or mate may work week. Financial support for a new venture 1 teaspoon cornstarch water; this will be your wrapper “glue.”
are rewarded with success. Your partner or that you were seeking will be forth coming. 2 teaspoons soy sauce Position one wrapper so one corner faces
mate may have some useful suggestions An enjoyable evening with your beloved. 3 tablespoons oil you. Place 3 tablespoons filling at wrapper
3 green onions, chopped center. Fold bottom corner over filling.
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long as it loses strength over time.
1. To prevent insects from forming in plain
14 ounces frozen stir-fry vegetables, finely
chopped
Moisten left and right corners with “glue”;
fold to wrapper center, enclosing filling,
12 egg roll wraps, stored under damp and seal to bottom corner. Brush “glue”
flour store it in clean zip lock bags in a 3. To keep carrots fresh for longer, cut the towel while recipe is prepared on top corners. Roll egg roll away from
refrigerator. This way the flour will stay tops off and place them in a plastic bag in Coat chicken in mixture of cornstarch and you, wrapping up filling snugly. Press top
fresh much longer. the vegetable crisper of the refrigerator. 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Heat 2 tablespoons oil corner onto egg roll to close. Repeat for
in pan or wok. Add chicken and green onion; each egg roll.
2. Moisture causes baking powder to 4. Fresh soft dates should be kept in plastic
stirfry for three to four minutes, or until Fry three egg rolls at a time in oil until
deteriorate faster. To prevent this store bags in the refrigerator. They will keep chicken is no longer pink. Set aside in bowl. brown on all sides; drain on paper towel.
baking powder in airtight containers. fresh for weeks. Stir in 1 teaspoon soy sauce, then drain. Repeat until all egg rolls are fried. Serve
Anyway it should not be stored for too MORE TIPS NEXT WEEK Stirfry chopped vegetables for two minutes with soy, duck or mustard sauce.
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Vancouver Island Liberal MP Keith Martin He was first elected in 1993 as a member
has announced he will not run in the next of the Reform Party and later sat for the
federal election. Alliance. But his views often led him to clash
Martin, 50, has won the riding of Esquimalt-
Juan de Fuca, just west of Victoria, six times
with the party leadership and he left the party
to sit as an Independent when it merged with
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Two of those cases developed into from person to person. run for a full calendar year so customers All of these successes were achieved
necrotizing fasciitis — more commonly Flesh-eating disease is a rare bacterial will benefit from the reductions when while ensuring ICBC remains in a
known as flesh-eating disease. The patients infection that can destroy muscles, skin they renew their insurance between now healthy financial position. Net income
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Home sales remain steady in Greater Vancouver
News Release inventory have eased downward pressure on prices.”
VANCOUVER, B.C. – November 2, 2010 – Greater VancouverFOR homeIMMEDIATE RELEASE
sales have remained steady Total active listings on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver currently sit
over the past four months, indicating stability in the residential housing market. With the MLS® at 14,075, an 8.6 per cent decline from last month and a 16.4 per cent increase from October 2009.
sales to active listing inventory ratio indicating a buyers’ market, properties appropriately priced New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties declined 25.7 per cent to 3,698 in
are selling. Home sales remain steady in Greater Vancouver
October 2010 compared to October 2009 when 4,977 new units were listed.
According to the MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI), the benchmark price for all residential Sales of detached properties in October 2010 reached 976, a decrease of 34.4 per cent from the
properties in Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 4.6 per cent to $579,349 in 1,487 detached sales recorded in October 2009, and a 98 per cent increase from the 493 units sold
October 2010 from $553,702 in October 2009. Since June, however, VANCOUVER, B.C. –prices
residential home November 2, 20102008.
in in October – Greater Vancouver
The benchmark home
price sales have
for detached remained
properties steady
increased 6.3over the from
per cent past October
four
Greater Vancouver have remained relatively unchanged, declining months,
0.2 perindicating
cent. stability in the2009
residential housing market. With the MLS® sales to active listing inventory ratio
to $796,883.
“We’ve seen a lot more consistency and less volatility in recent months when
indicating it comes
a buyers’ to both
market, Sales of
properties apartment properties
appropriately reached
priced are 984 in October 2010, a decline of 38.8 per cent compared
selling.
number of sales and pricing, although it’s important to remember that conditions often vary between
According to the MLSLink® Housing to the 1,607
Pricesales in October
Index (HPI), 2009, and an increase
the benchmark priceoffor
52.1
allper cent compared
residential to the 647
properties in sales in
communities and neighbourhoods,” Jake Moldowan, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver October 2008.The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 2.4 per cent from October
(REBGV) president said.
Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 4.6 per cent to $579,349 in October 2010 from $553,702
2009 to $390,074.
Looking at transactions, the number of residential property sales in October 2009.
in Greater Since June,
Vancouver totalledhowever, residential
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2,337 in October 2010. This represents a 5.3 per cent increase compared September0.2 perand
2010 cent.
a 610 sales in October 2009, and a 68.3 per cent increase from the 224 attached properties sold in
36.9 per cent decline from the 3,704 sales in October 2009. “We’ve seen a lot more consistency October
and2008.
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More broadly, last month’s residential sales represent a 71.3 pricing,
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increase over the 1,364 toand
it’s important 2010 to $487,530.
remember that conditions often vary between communities and neighbourhoods,”
residential sales in October 2008, a 22.8 per cent decline compared to October 2007’s 3,028 sales,
Jake Moldowan, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) president said.
and a 14.1 per cent decline compared to the 2,722 sales in October 2006. By:
“As we enter the final two months of the year, buyer demand is in Looking at transactions,
closer alignment the number
with supply of residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,337 in October
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to the 2,722 sales in October 2006.
“As we enter the final two months of the year, buyer demand is in closer alignment with supply than we’ve seen for
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night
units were listed.
Sales of detached properties in October 2010 reached 976, a decrease of 34.4 per cent from the 1,487 detached sales
recorded in October 2009, and a 98 per cent increase from the 493 units sold in October 2008. The benchmark price
for detached properties increased 6.3 per cent from ByOctober
Amit Nath 2009 to $796,883. The district has over the years yielded
Sales of apartment properties reached 984 in October 2010, a decline of 38.8 per some ofcompared
cent the best and to brightest
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2008.The benchmark price of an
apartment property increased 2.4 per Abdul Kalaam,
cent from October Parveen
2009 to Adrakar,
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Naresh and Munsami Munian are themselves proud in the local Fijian
Attached property sales in October among2010 totalled 377,
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38.2 per cent compared
soccer to the
circles.” said610 sales in Octo-
Chand.
ber 2009, and a 68.3 per cent increasetofrom the 224 attached properties sold in October 2008.
be formally recognized at the Tailevu The premier Tailevu Naitasiri The benchmark price of
side
Naitasiri’s
an attached unit increased 4 per cent between alumni2009
October Saturday.
and 2010 to $487,530. was rated top 4 in the 90’s with Ba at
The top 4 former district players of the number 1 spot, Tailevu Naitasiri (2),
late 60’s and 70’s will -30- join alongside Suva (3) and Nadi (4) in the Fiji Soccer
current players and founders of the Association sanctioned tournaments.
Association at the appreciation night. They were a force to be reckon with,
The real estate industry is a key economic driver
Tailevu in BritishMasters
Naitasiri Columbia. In 2009, 35,669
Association homes
with manychanged hands in the Board's
championships to their
area, generating $1.49 billion in spin-off
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name.
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district players, Kalaam,
representing more than 10,000 REALTORS®
for 2010.and their companies. The Board provides a varietyNaresh
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history, where all Naitasirians can have Autar, Peter Rahiman, Jay Shankar and
a night of their own. Brij Maharaj will be honored for their
For more information please contact: “It is a great occasion,” Chand said. vision and contribution to the Tailevu
“The new faces would be flanked by Naitasiri Association.
Craig Munn, Assistant Manager, Communications
Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver a handful of stars of yester-years that Today both Naitasiri masters and the
Phone: (604) 730-3146 Fax: (604) 730-3102were once house hold names of the premier team participate in the local
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The influenza vaccine is very safe. The caregivers, health care workers and others Fact: The vaccine does not protect against
influenza vaccine cannot give you influenza. who are in close contact with seniors. the viruses or bacteria that cause colds or
The vaccine contains dead influenza viruses Influenza (Flu) Immunization: Myths stomach illnesses, often called ‘stomach
that cannot cause infection. and Facts flu’. The influenza virus is very different
Most people have no symptoms after Getting immunized against influenza or the and more severe than the common cold or
they get the influenza vaccine. Some may ‘flu’ is a safe, effective and healthy choice the ‘stomach flu’. Influenza vaccine only
have redness or soreness for one or two to make. The influenza virus can cause helps to protect against the viruses that
days where the needle was given. serious illness and even death for people cause influenza.
Mild influenza-like symptoms may occur with certain chronic health concerns. The Myth: The vaccine does not work because
in some people, especially those being influenza vaccine, or flu shot, is the best you still get influenza.
vaccinated for the first time. Symptoms can protection against illness and complications. Fact: At any time, there are many different
include mild fever, headache and aching Many people use the term the ‘flu’ to refer types of viruses around that can cause
muscles, starting within 6 to 12 hours and to any illness caused by a virus, such as symptoms like influenza, but are not
ending within 24 to 48 hours. These are less ‘stomach flu’. However, the influenza virus actually the influenza virus. The influenza
By Savitri Singh Carlson BScN, severe and last a very short time compared causes illness that tends to be more severe vaccine contains the three strains or types
MSN, PhD to influenza infection. than other viruses. of influenza viruses that health experts
Some people with certain medical This BC Health File provides information think are likely to cause influenza during
... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK conditions or allergies should not get the on the myths and facts of influenza the winter. The vaccine protects against
When should I see a doctor? influenza vaccine. Ask your doctor or public immunization. only those viruses. Because these strains
If you do not start to feel better in a few days health nurse if you have any questions. Myth: Influenza is not a serious illness. may change each year, a person needs to
or your symptoms get worse, you should When should seniors get the influenza Fact: Each year in BC, hundreds of people get the influenza vaccine each year to be
see a doctor. Call a doctor if you get sick vaccine? die from influenza or complications, such as protected against new strains. When the
and you have the following health concerns: It is important for seniors to get the influenza pneumonia. Influenza in people 65 years of strains in the vaccine are well-matched
•Heart or lung disease; vaccine before the influenza season starts. age and older, and in other high risk groups, to the strains of influenza virus in the
•Any chronic health concern that requires In British Columbia, the vaccine is available can lead to more serious health concerns. community, the vaccine prevents influenza
regular medical attention; starting in October or early November. For Myth: You have never had influenza so you in more than 7 of 10 vaccinated persons. In
•An immune system weakened by disease the best protection, you should try to get the do not need to get the vaccine. elderly people and people who have certain
or medical treatment; or influenza vaccine by the end of November Fact: No one is immune from influenza chronic health conditions, the vaccine may
•Frail or at risk of serious illness or to give your body enough time - about viruses. Most people can get sick with not work as well to prevent infection, but
complications. two weeks - to build immunity before the influenza several times over the course it still decreases symptoms and the risk of
Is it influenza or a cold? influenza season starts. This will also help of his or her life. An influenza vaccine, or serious health concerns or complications.
The following table can help you determine your body maintain its immunity during flu shot, is the best protection against the Myth: You are pregnant and should not
whether you have influenza or a cold. the peak of the influenza season, usually influenza virus. get the influenza vaccine.
Myth: The influenza vaccine can give you Fact: An influenza vaccine is safe during
influenza. pregnancy. In fact, pregnant women who
Fact: The influenza vaccine cannot give will be in their 3rd trimester during the
you influenza. The influenza vaccine influenza season, and pregnant women
contains dead influenza viruses that cannot with high risk conditions, such as heart
cause infection. or lung disease, diabetes or weakened
Myth: The influenza vaccine causes severe immune systems, are recommended
reactions or side effects. to get the influenza vaccine to protect
Fact: The influenza vaccine is very safe. themselves. Influenza vaccine is provided
Most people experience no symptoms free to pregnant women who will be in
after getting the influenza vaccine other their 3rd trimester during the influenza
than redness or soreness where the needle season, or who have high risk conditions.
was given. Some people, especially those If you have any questions about getting
getting the shot for the first time, experience an influenza shot during your pregnancy,
some influenza-like symptoms. These are speak with your doctor or health care
much less severe than influenza infection, provider.
and last for a much shorter time. Healthy pregnant women who may deliver
Myth: Getting an influenza vaccine every their baby during the influenza season
What should seniors know about the between November and April. However, year weakens your immune system. should get an influenza shot to protect
influenza vaccine? the influenza vaccine can provide protection Fact: The influenza vaccine prepares and their newborn baby. Babies less than six
The influenza or flu vaccine is a safe if given at any time during the season. boosts your immune system against the months of age, especially newborns, are
effective way to help people stay healthy, In addition to an influenza shot, seniors 65 virus. People who get the influenza vaccine at high risk from the complications of
prevent illness, and even save lives. As years and older should be vaccinated against each year are better protected against influenza, but they cannot be vaccinated
people age, they may be at higher risk pneumococcal disease. The pneumococcal influenza than those who do not get it. because their immune response to the
of influenza and complications. Doctors vaccine protects against infections of the Myth: You should not get the influenza vaccine is not as strong.
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caregivers, to get an influenza vaccine or pneumococcal vaccine protects against the had an allergic reaction to a previous dose babies to breastfeed after mothers receive
shot each year. disease for several years so you should not of the influenza vaccine should talk to their the influenza vaccine.
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to seniors. Call your doctor or local public Influenza Vaccination of Caregivers Myth: The influenza vaccine protects Canada in the last 50 years than any other
health unit to get your annual influenza Influenza vaccination is encouraged against the viruses or bacteria that cause health measure.
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photos of the young man both in and out decided to make a faux célébrité out of
of disguise. this poor guy.” Social Gatherings
SOCIAL GATHERINGSat@ 1pm1PM -- LAST
Last SUNDAY
Sunday OFof the
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MONTH
It is still not clear how the man managed The man’s lawyer, Lee Rankin, told QMI AT CROSS ROAD UNITED
AT CROSS ROAD UNITED CHURCH CHURCH
to board the plane, though there are Agency Sunday that the leaked photos 7655 - 120thStreet,
7655-120th Street, Delta
Delta BC
BC
reports Monday that he may have used a may have put the man at risk if he is
fake U.S. passport. returned to China. Bhan Mati Raj: 604.581.9859 • James Kumar: 604.599.9518
The man’s Canadian lawyer says his Rankin expects his client will remain in Kapil Vilas: 604.590.1918 • Satya Nand: 604.590.5303
reason for fleeing isn’t unique. custody after the hearing. Thakur Kuar Singh: 604.587.5439
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