Cinemas in Palmerston NT - CMax Cinemas

Looking for Cinemas in Palmerston or wanting to watch a movie while in Darwin? Try visiting CMax Cinemas Palmerston. Plenty of underground parking. Disabled access. Good size movie screens. Plenty of movies on offer. Cry rooms and special kids prices. The CMax movie theatre is available for other functions. Their website is comprehensive at http://www.cmaxcinema.com.au/

Ph: (08) 8931 2555. The Hub, 3 Maluka St, Palmerston, NT, 0830

CMax Cinemas Palmerston – Cmax is where you want to be!

Aboriginal Art and Didgeridoos - Northern Territory

The Didgeridoo Hut and Art Gallery
1 Arnhem Hwy, Humpty Doo - Ph: (08) 8988 4457
Great range of didgeridoos. Animals on show within the shop. A great place to bring Tourists in the Northern Territory. Not far from Palmerston and only 25mins south of Darwin. The Didgeridoo Hut and Art Gallery also has an extensive range of Aboriginal art for sale. The artwork are all from Aborigines in the Northern Territory or other Indigenous communities around Australia.

Fast Food Shops in Palmerston

There are plenty of fast food chains in Palmerston. Some of them are:

1. Mc'Donalds - University Avenue, Palmerston
Contact Palmerston Mc'Donalds - (08) 8932 5811

2. Red Rooster - Cnr Temple Tce and Chung Wah Terrace, Palmerston
Northern Territory Head Office - (08) 9240 9777

3. KFC - Cnr Temple Tce and Maluka St, Palmerston
Need to Phone locally? - (08) 8932 8260

4. Eagle Boys Pizza - Oasis Shopping Village - Chung Wah Terrace
Ordering Pizzas - 13 14 33 Local Business Call - (08) 8931 1871

5. Dominos Pizza - Cnr University Ave and Elrundie Ave
Need to call - (08) 8936 9366

6. Hungry Jacks - Cnr Temple Tce and Maluka St, Palmerston
(08) 8931 3851

If you looking for Fast Food Restaurants in Palmerston, then look above! Plenty of chains to choose from!

After School Care Services in Palmerston

Are you looking for an After School Care Program in Palmerston?

YMCA run OSHC (Outside School Hours Care) services at four different venues in Palmerston:

1. Woodroffe OSHC - Cnr Temple Tce and Woodroffe Ave
Convenient if you have a child who goes to Woodroffe Primary School. Book your place now. Call (08) 8981 8377
2. Durak OSHC - Woodlake Boulevarde, Durack
Great for Durack primary students. Call YMCA head office on (08) 8981 8377
3. Driver OSHC - 37 Driver Avenue, Driver
Any Driver Primary Children? Ring (08) 8981 8377
4. Good Shepherd OSHC - Cnr Temple Tce and Emery Avenue
Convenient for Good Shepherd Primary Students. Call the YMCA on (08) 8981 8377

Also in Palmerston:

1. St. Luke's After School Care - Cnr Priest Circuit and Victoria Drive
Call (08) 8931 3533

What is your opinion on the new My School Website?

What's your opinion of the new My School Website? How does the My School Website affect Northern Territory Schools?

Leader of the Opposition, Terry Mills (NT Government) says, "An analysis of the My School Site reveals no single NT Government school, urban or remote, met the national average in all areas of testing. When compared to the 'like for like socio economic index' NT schools were behind 2 to 1. This is a statement about systemic failure, a failure that demands....policy response..." This is a sobering thought for schools in the Northern Territory.

Read more at: Transforming Mission Blog

Great Community Spirit in Palmerston

Well, I haven't blogged very recently on Palmerston Daily. But, it's 1st September, and its Spring time. The build-up is building, and we're all starting to get used to the heat.

Lately, in Palmerston, at the Salvos, we've been enjoying our Mainly Music Programs. This is a music program for Pre-Schoolers and their families, which involved singing many children's tunes, and dancing around and sharing some food together. Sunday nights is an amazing time, because not only do we sing and dance at 5 o'clock, but we join together for dinner, and then have some sort of discussion and interaction with a Christian theme. The families love it, because it's welcoming, and not too 'ram it down your throat' kind of message about God, and it's fun!

It's important that we build great community spirit in the work that we do. You may work locally, at the local Brumbies, or drive into the city, or the mines... no matter where, if you are in a team environment, work hard at building community spirit! Encourage people.

We love Palmerston! That's our message to our community.

Territory Day is Overrated

I believe it is ludicrous that we can have the freedom to be able to buy fireworks and set them off on Territory Day. Check out this from the www.NTNews.com.au

"A TODDLER suffered serious burns after being hit with a firecracker during Territory Day celebrations last night.
St John Ambulance northern operations manager Michael McKay said the 15-month-old boy was strapped into a stroller when the firework hit him, causing serious burns to his arms, legs and back.
The incident happened in Katherine about 7.30pm.
The child was taken to Katherine Hospital where he remains in a stable condition this morning.
Northern Territory police responded to more than 100 fireworks-related calls last night.
Firefighters were also called out to 90 grass fires."

Stupid. Ridiculous that the NT Government allow it. Too many injures, and too many fires. We should have controlled FireWork displays on Territory Day at specific locations, and no fireworks should be sold to the public.

To all the Territorians who don't care for the safety of others, its time to stop thinking about your own joys and excitements in life and think about the welfare of others. Surely explosions aren't the only way you can enjoy life!

Have your say. Comment here.

Darwin Region Street Soccer Program - Big Issue

The Big Issue are bringing us The Darwin Region Street Soccer Program.

"The Street Soccer Program attracts males and females, of all ages and varying ability and fitness levels, getting together once a week, training and playing matches. The players usually come from backgrounds of mental illness, homelessness, refugee status, drug and alcohol dependency, physical disability, long-term unemployment or family breakdown."

The program begins Monday 13th July @ Chrisp Street Oval, Rapid Creek @ 5pm.

Some of the stated benefits of this Street Soccer Program are:

· Social inclusion and improved links with the community
· Re-connection with family
· Improved confidence and self-esteem
· Improved mental health
· Improved health and fitness
· A sense of belonging
· Discipline
· Addressing drug or alcohol dependency
· Seeking support or advice
· Improving their housing situation
· Finding employment

Thanks Big Issue for the work you are doing with marginalised people in our community!

Anti-Social Behaviour Forum - Palmerston

Held in the Palmerston Rec Centre tonight was an Anti-Social Behaviour Forum organised by Palmerston City Council. On the panel was Mayor Robert Macleod, Chief Minister Paul Hendersen, Opposition Leader Terry Mills and two high ranking Police Officers. The Palmerston public fired away questions and let off some steam about the anti-social behaviour in Palmerston. Some of the key discussion points were:
* 18 Families seem to be the Core offenders and instigators of anti-social behaviour in Palmerston.
* Should teenagers be allowed to roam the streets when on suspension, when really they are supposed to be punished to some degree for their behaviour?
* The Government should be doing more, etc, etc.

Terry Mills mentioned that we all have a part to play in the safety of a community. How many of those that attended tonight (especially those voicing very passionately about stopping anti-social behaviour), how many of these people are part of neighbourhood watch, or part of a non-for profit group that is working at changing this. Sure, many are, but we cannot just complain about Government's needing to do more, or police need to do more, etc, because we need to be part of the solution as well.

As the Mayor Robert Macleod said, 'Palmerston is a great place to live', and I agree. Lets work at finding solutions to those age old issues of violence, teenage boredom, bad parenting and shallow education.

Buzz Fm - 87.6

Well, I was sitting on the Wharf and enjoying a meal, when I heard a singer belting out some tunes. He mentioned that his music was being played on Buzz Fm (87.6). During the Red Shield Appeal, Graeme from Buzz Fm was happy to have me come and speak about the appeal to the listeners. It's great to have local radio, with a local passion, and a heart for Palmerston. I occassionally turn the dial over and have a listen.
Thanks Buzz Fm!

Palmerston Festival - A hit!

Sunday was the Palmerston Festival. Well done to all those involved, including mostly the Palmerston City Council for their efforts.

There were stall holders around, with plenty of food to buy, and non-for profit organisations showing what they're about, and businesses promoting their products. The stage was filled from 1pm - 8pm with acts, singers, dancers and loads more. It was a most enjoyable day out.
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Alcohol management seems to be on the agenda at the moment. How do we manage the alcohol consumption in and around Palmerston? Apparently there is a 2km dry law that exists, but how strongly do Police enforce it? How strongly should they enforce it?
I spoke to a lady from Liquorland the other day. She was all down and depressed so early in the morning. She made a comment saying, 'It's aboriginal pension day today, and I work at Liquorland'. It was a sad comment really, because it said a lot about the situation around us.

Crime prevention

When crime rates go up, what does a community do?
Palmerston is a community with many young families, and many bored young people. Teenagers without purpose, direction and probably without good household rolemodels. So how do we go against the grain? How do we make Palmerston a safer place to live?
It must take a multi-directional solution to offset the rising crime rates in the community. It is not just about better policing. It is not simply about the Magistrates offering more 'just' sentences to those involved in crime.
What about the role that you have in preventing crime? How can you make your house safer? How can you act and live in the community that reflects good community? When you're shopping, do you push in front, or do you walk around the Palmerston Shopping Centre with a frown on the face? Little things can make a big difference in the lives of young individuals.

Palmerston - A safe place to live.

Up and Coming Events in Palmerston (NT)

May 15th-17th - Fred's Pass Show
Check out the show just south of Palmerston.

May 23rd-24th - Red Shield Appeal (The Salvation Army). You'll see the Salvos around Palmerston raising much needed funds for the work of The Salvation Army in Australia.

May 31st - Palmerston Festival - Goyder Square will come alive on this coming Sunday. Come along and join in the community spirit of Palmerston.

Building Community in Palmerston

Palmerston is really like no other community in the fact that what is needed within it, is a strong, united community. Palmerston on the otherhand is unique in the fact that we have a particular demographic, we have many young families, we have Army personnel, the weather is different to any other part of Australia.

I like to consider how we can build stable, safe and effective community in Palmerston. We won't always agree on everything, and we won't always have the same outlook on life, but there is something special about living in a community that respects each other, that looks out for each other, and is a fun and safe place to live.

Community programs that help strengthen people's lives; helps.
Palmerston City Council that makes good, ethical decisions; helps.
Shopping Centres that foster community spirit; helps.
Churches that are inviting and inclusie; helps.
Schools that are safe, welcoming and teachable; helps.
Support for the broken and marginalised of our city; helps.
Financially investing in local commercial businesses; helps.
Good safety programs and strategies; helps.

Palmerston: The place to live? Lets build strong and effective community.

ANZAC Day in Palmerston - Lest we forget

ANZAC Day yesterday was a significant day on the Australian Calendar. Palmerston saw an amazing crowd gather, both at the Dawn Service and the 10am service. It really hit me yesterday morning, as a lady came and placed a photo at the cross. I realised just in that moment, that ANZAC day was about loved ones, individuals who have families, and friends, and an opportunity to honour them together. Many have fought for this great country of Australia, and in Palmerston there are families who have soldiers who are overseas, or who have close relatives that lost their lives. Lest we forget.

Palmerston Markets and ANZAC Day

Palmerston Markets started tonight and the place was a buzz! Lots of stall holders, a chinese dragon, a DJ putting out all the hits, and lots of families sitting on the grass.
What an amazing night. A night that builds genuiune community. It gets us out of the couch, and turning off the TV. It helps us connect with the wider population of Palmerston.
I noticed that more than just local Palmerston residents come to the markets. I was speaking with a couple from Sydney, and they were on holidays. They were enjoying the markets!
If you're around at the next few markets, say hello at our 'Just Salvos' stand. We'd love to chat about almost anything!!
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ANZAC Day is on tomorrow. Dawn service at 6:20am at the Cenotaph at the Palmerston City Council gardens. There's a march at 9:30am around Goyder Square, and then a morning ANZAC service at 10am. Hope to see you there.

Free Public Transport for Territorians

Palmerston Markets are starting this Friday night (24th April), 5pm - 9pm in Goyder Square, Palmerston. Maybe I'll see you walk past. Make sure you smile.
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Free public transport in Darwin and Palmerston? The NT Government is considering free public transport for ever Territorian. Would help the environment says Transport minister Gerry McCarthy. For those on low incomes, this would be of great benefit, as they usually struggle to find their loose change to travel around town. Looks like the bus interchange in Palmerston might get a little busier!
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I spoke with Palmerston's Mayor Robert Macleod tonight, and we spoke about the community, and the different committees that help to bring change and transformation to the city, for example, PARYS, Safe Communities, and loads more. We are both looking forward to the ANZAC reflection services on Saturday, which will be at the Cenotaph near the Palmerston City Council Gardens. 6:15am & 10am.
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Price Rises Affecting Local Territorians

Will the price rises in the next financial year affect you much? With prices set to rise on electricity bills and water bills, NTCOSS say the most affected will be people already struggling to pay their bills. How much worse will it be for the average household that already struggles to pull the cash together to pay the power bill.

"What we're asking them [Government] to do is come up with strategies that don't impact on those who are most vulnerable in our community." Will the Pollies listen? Or will the gap between rich and poor just stretch a little further?

Close the gap is a campaign seeking to "close the gap" between the life expectancies of indigenous Australians and non-indigenous Australians. Financial stress, like increased power bills will not help the situation.
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Air North are looking at flying planes between Bali and Darwin, following Garuda Indonesia's choice not to fly that route. Presently Jetstar are the only airline flying to and from Bali and Darwin. Keep an eye on the price of flights! We don't want a monopoly here.
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Palmerston Markets are on Again

Palmerston Markets be on again next Friday! April 24th, 5pm - 9pm. The Salvation Army will be running a FairTrade Stall, amongst many other groups in Goyder Square. The Palmerston Markets were apparently told by the Health Department that they don't need to provide Public Toilets for the Markets.

Well, I hope the relationship between the Palmerston City Council and the Palmerston Markets is still strong, for the benefit of the unity of this city, and its continued growth and development.
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Boredom: The cause of stupid behaviour?

Palmerston may be the place to live, and the place to share community, but lately I've seen different. I ask you, is boredom the cause of much of the stupid behaviour around Palmerston? How often lately have I driven down the roads and have had to dodge palm branches strategically placed in the middle of the road, or milk cartons, or tree branches. Today tops it off. I was at work in the office, when I walked outside, and then heard glass shattering, and realised someone had just thrown a bottle over the trees and into the carpark. I then looked up and saw a local resident running back into their house. Hmm... maybe it's boredom? Or is it deeper than that? A disconnected childhood, or an abusive past, or a developmental problem, or a lack of social connections, or financial struggles...

Lets work together for a safe Palmerston, a vibrant community and a local infrastructure that supports every age group and demographic within our community.

Thanks to those that continually work for the good of the Palmerston community.
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Discussion is still in progress in relation to the Palmerston Markets. The board will meet soon and update the public on their decision. It's a shame a dunny can gets in the way of a community event.