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In Nouméa for just a few hours? Shops, museums, beaches, beauty spots… turn to p. 6 for all the best tips.

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monument. This graceful

metal suspension bridge

is an architectural gem

inspired by the Eiffel Tower.

Glorious nature

The t reats in s tore for

na tu re - love r s a re jus t

awesome! Dogny Plateau,

a n i d y l l i c m o u n t a i n

wilderness commanding

s p e c t a c u l a r v i ews , i s

per fect for nature trails

on foot o r ho r seback .

Set out f rom Sarraméa

for a leisurely hike to the

“Cuve”, a river plunge pool

hollowed out in the rock

and surrounded by luxuriant

La Foa lies just

1 ½ hours’ drive from

Nouméa, a lively and

charming town set

against a glorious

backdrop of bush

country, mountains

and lagoon...

History and heritage

Plunge into the world of

19 th cen tu r y conv ic ts

with a visit to superbly

r e s t o r e d f o r m e r

penitentiary Fort Téremba

at Moindou. Passerel le

Marguerite bridge at the

e n t r ance to L a Foa i s

another must-see historic

greenery. Relax and enjoy

a picnic and a refreshing

dip.... pure heaven! And for

dedicated thrill seekers,

surfing at Ouano Bay or

skydiving over the lagoon

will provide an adrenalin

rush guaranteed to blast

you away!

Fair time

From 13 to 18 May, La

Foa wil l be hosting the

Water Fair. Get yourself

a “Water Fair” pass and

La Foa wil l do the rest!

Accommodation, food and

refreshments, activities for

kids and adults... it’s all part

of the package. An ideal

opportunity to explore the

many delights of the region.

Eager for more? Then make

a beeline for the Nature

Fair at Parc des Grandes

Fougères nature reserve

on 18 & 19 May! And don’t

forget to take time off to

stock up on local produce

and specialities at farmers

markets throughout the

4 communities.

La Foa Tourisme, Place Publique,La Foa.www.lafoatourisme.asso.nc Tel 41 69 11

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LOSE YOUR HEART

TO LA FOA! THE GREAT LAGOON REGATTA: THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

This year, this immensely

popular yacht regatta will

take place from 18 to 20 May.

p. 3

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UsefulTips

p. 7

HOT PICKS

Where to Stay

“Nulle Part Ailleurs”

restaurant is a new

attraction on the Anse

Vata foodie scene and

we’ve tried it out for

you!

“Nulle part ailleurs” means

“nowhere else” and the

restaurant is definitely a

one-off! A soothing decor

of turquoise green evoking

the lagoon and a panoramic

sea view ensure an idyllic

setting. And nowhere else

could you watch live sport,

no matter what time it’s

broadcast! Badminton,

rugby, key international

football matches... even if

it’s happening at 5.30 a.m.,

Ilot Maître, just 15

minutes from Nouméa,

is the embodiment of

a South Sea paradise.

The is land f loats l ike a

mirage on the turquoise

wa te r s o f t h e l a g o o n ,

s u r r o u n d e d b y a

magnificent 200 hectare

mar ine nature reser ve.

L’Escapade, overlooking

duck, red tuna sashimi,

p r o f i t e r o l e s , m e l t i n g

chocolate fudge cake... Our

choice was the luscious

breaded mi-cuit tuna with

mustard. Feeling hungry?

You know where to go!

the lagoon. The hotel was

bui l t us ing the noblest

materials in a style blending

m o d e r n c o m f o r t w i t h

traditional values. During

the day, take a leisurely

swim in the hotel’s split-level

swimming pool with i ts

stylish poolside bar and,

when evening falls, admire

the sunset as you sip an

exotic cocktail in the elegant

Enhance your meal with the restaurant’s excellent Ch i l ea n w ine o r s t i ck with Le Barouf’s exotic cocktails. Take off for Latin America without leaving Nouméa!

“Nulle Part Ailleurs” will

open especially for you!

The restaurant ’s owner

Chr is tophe is a former

professional footballer and

dedicated sports fan so

sport comes first!

Fresh as fresh can be

In addition to his classic

menu choices, the chef is

at the market early every

m o r n i n g t o b u y f r e s h

ingredients for the day’s

specials. Fish, vegetables,

m e a t . . . a l l 10 0% N e w

Caledonian. A hamburger

c r e a t e d w i t h F o u r m e

d’Ambert cheese and veal

s teak , NPA sa lad w i th

the dancing, crystal clear

wa te r s o f t h e l a g o o n ,

blends harmoniously into

this superb setting. Hotel

accommodation includes

b u n g a l o w s s c a t t e r e d

a long the wh i te sandy

beach or nestling in the

luxuriant gardens and 25

overwater bungalows with

spacious terraces offering

incomparable views over

WHERE IT’S AT!

Wining & Dining

Come and live it up in

true bush style at the

Boulouparis Fair, just one

hour’s drive from Nouméa.

Blessed with unspoilt scenery

a n d a l i v e l y o u t b a c k

atmosphere, Boulouparis

is a delightful spot. The

immense plains are ideal

for a day’s hunting and

Sa int V incent Bay and

Bouraké Beach glow with the myriad

azure tints of the lagoon. Take a trip to lovely

Ténia islet and go swimming or freediving… if you’re lucky

you’ll meet up with some dolphins. Boulouparis also boasts

an 18 hole golf course, renowned for its breathtaking views.

Fair time

On 25 and 26 May, Boulouparis is holding its big annual

event: the Venison, Prawn, Crayfish and Poultry Fair. Two

fun days are in store for visitors eager to discover local

specialities and meet local people. Attractions, dance

shows, demonstrations, live music gigs: soak

up the rura l atmosphere a n d

en joy a l l the fun of a

friendly family bush fair.

Everything you could

poss ib ly need fo r

a really wonderful,

action-packed day!

Venison and Prawn Fair, Sat. 25 May and Sun. 26 May,Boulouparis. Tel 35 17 06

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Celebrated jazz

organist Michel

Bénébig has an

insatiable passion

for music and

has just brought

out a new album

entitled Yellow

Purple.

This amazing self-taught jazz musician is tireless!

Only recently returned from his United States tour,

he is about to wow Nouméa audiences with a series

of gigs in May. Seated at his beloved Hammond

organ, he is set to take us on a musical trip through

time and space. His songs are light as air, sparkling

and sensuous... each an expression of his vision and

musical journey.

Soul of swing

Performing as a duo with his wife Shem on vocals,

he creates an intimate intensity perfect for a romantic

evening out. When his guitarist and drummer join

the set, it’s time to party! These guys can sure lay

down a mean groove so get ready to rock... Whether

performing songs from the new album or improvising,

Michel and his band grab your soul and swing you to

the stars.

Le Deck at Château Royal - Every Wednesday evening at 6 p.m., 16 May at 7 p.m., Saturday 25 May at 6.30 p.m. MV Lounge - 9 May at 7 p.m.La Case - 11 May at 7 p.m. Le Deck - 16 May at 7 p.m. La Néa, Koné on 24 May at 7 p.m.La Barca on 26 May at 6.30 p.m.www.michelbenebig.com

MICHEL BÉNÉBIG: LET THE SHOW BEGIN!

BUSH FUN!

Out & About

Nulle Part Ailleurs, 119 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata, Nouméa. Tel 26 18 02

comfort of the hotel’s main

bar before dining in the

ocean-view restaurant.

Experience the ultimate in

pure indulgence!

L’Escapade, Ilot Maître. resa@glphotels.nc www.glphotels.nc Tel 28 53 20

colourful styles on offer.

S i n c e H i p U p w a s

created, the brand has

diversified and now also

offers its fans sarongs,

dresses, tops, shorts,

skirts and accessories...

The latest co l lect ion

has just arrived on the

shelves so it’s the perfect

time to pay a visit. Treat

yourself to some sassy

elegance and tropical

allure... You know you

deserve it!

Monday 9.30 a .m. to

midday and 2 p.m. to

6.30 p.m. Tuesday to

Saturday 9.30 a.m. to

6.30 p.m. and Sunday

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and

3.30 to 6.30 p.m.

La Promenade Complex, Anse Vata, Nouméa. Tel 24 10 47

Hip Up

swimwear

blends French

sophistication with

sensuous tropical

warmth.

Yo u ’ l l f i n d a r a n g e o f

delicious styles at the Hip

Up store, located in La

Promenade Complex at

Anse Vata. If you love French

designer beachwear and

adore gorgeous bikinis, Hip

Up is exactly what you are

looking for... on trend and

ultra cool. The collection is

beautifully designed and

cut to flatter and enhance

your figure and new styles

are regularly added to the

range. You’ll get a warm

welcome at the store and

staff are always on hand to

help you choose the perfect

swimsuit from the wealth of

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History

When the American troops landed in

New Caledonia during WW2, they brought

with them a wind of change which would

transform the country.

In 1940, following the German invasion of France, New Caledonia rallied to the Free French movement and became an Allied Base, welcoming American troops fighting in the Pacific. On 12 March 1942, several tens of thousands of men landed in New Caledonia. The Americans had arrived! It was an overwhelming experience for such a small island country: “It took three days and nights to disembark thousands of men, with their munitions and rations... I felt like I was dreaming, the whole thing was so intensely emotional” remembers an eye witness. The troops stationed in Nouméa were billeted in various camps dotted around Anse Vata and Vallée des Colons. Aerodromes were laid out (Tontouta, Plaine des Gaïacs), medical centres were set up at Anse Vata, La Conception, Dumbéa and north of Bourail... In the space of a few months, the Americans provided New Caledonia with brand new roads and amenities, many of which are still extant. The Yankees also introduced various novelties symbolic of the American way of life, including dance-halls, Coca Cola and chewing gum...

GOOD MORNING AMERICA

Maré, one of the

Loyalty Islands

lying to the East

of Nouméa, is

celebrating its

20th Avocado

Fair in style

with a wealth of

specialities and

activities to

delight visitors.

Maré avocados are famous for their creamy flesh and

delicate flavour and, when ripe, develop a delicious hint

of hazelnut and a buttery smoothness. In Maré, they grow

everywhere: in lushly green orchards, in front of houses...

avocados wherever you look! Every year, a lavish three-day

fair in their honour is hosted by the Nece tribe, who welcome

all visitors to a very special cultural and gourmet feast.

3 days of non-stop fun!

Hurry, hurry… there won’t be room for all so book early

for this fabulous island fair. From Thursday to Sunday, an

astounding profusion of fruit, vegetables and fish specialities,

both hot dishes and salads, are on offer. Revel in the

traditional gourmet buffet held on Friday and be sure to

sample the gorgeous avocado milkshake made by the Great

Chief’s wife. In addition to the feasts, there are dance shows,

competitions, weaving, diving, boat trips on the lagoon,

nature trails... there is so much to do, we can’t list everything.

Just go and see for yourself! We wouldn’t miss it for the

world, so join us from 9 to 12 May for a Fair to remember!

Avocado Fair, 9 to 12 May, Maré. www.iles-loyaute.com Tel 27 66 27

Experience

AVOCADO PARADISE!

New Caledonia’s

museums will be

open late, late into

the night on 17, 18,

24 and 25 May... A

unique experience!

A host of fascinating secrets await you in the nocturnal hours. Venture on a journey of the imagination at the Museum of New Caledonia: seafarers of the past, perils at sea, intrepid expedit ions into the unknown and trailblazing discoveries. L i v e t h e s t o r y o f

Oceania! Dare to meet the ghosts of former convicts wi th a v is i t to h is tor ic Nouv i l l e Pen i tent ia r y. Scary!!

Night visions

Get into the spirit with a show of French cancan and conjuring tricks at the Nouméa City Museum: a n i n tox ic a t i ng wo r ld of sequins and cabaret g l i t z . Wander th rough the gracious e legance of Maison Célières and t r ave l back in t ime to the intriguing heyday of

colonia l mansions and prosperous merchants. The Coffee Ecomuseum at Voh is put t ing on a spellbinding show in its gardens bathed in the eerie rays of the moon. Don’t miss this chance to explore t h e s e c r e t n o c t u r n a l

lives of our museums!

Admission free. Full program details: amepnc@gmail.com Tel 26 28 05

Tourist Office Tel 28 75 80 (free call)

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Art & CultureTHE MAGIC OF MUSEUMS BY NIGHT

Fancy trying

something

new?

Kitesurfing is a

thrilling sport that is

fairly easy to learn and

Nouméa is the ideal

spot to give it a try.

If you’re a dedicated thrill-

seeker, you’re in the right

p l a c e . N o u m é a o f fe r s

pe r fec t cond i t i ons fo r

k i teboard ing. R ide the

wave s o n you r b oa r d ,

use your kite to steer and

play the wind to perform

impre s s i ve t r i cks . I l ô t

Maître, Goéland Islet and

the beach near Le Méridien

ho te l a re a l l f avou r i te

kitesurfing spots.

World class

destination

Every year, Nouméa acts

a s t h e v e n u e f o r t w o

international kitesur fing

contests. The world’s top

kiteboarders come to ride

New Caledonia’s Trade

W i n d s , s h ow o f f t h e i r

prowess and bat t le for

victory in the World Cup

and Professional Kiteboard

Riders Association World

Tour events. Nouméa is

a key k i tesu r f hotspot

offering riders unbeatable

conditions for breathtaking

feats of style, speed and

showmanship! Why not try

your hand at this exciting

s p o r t ? L o c a l k i t e s u r f

schools offer professional

instruction and you’ll soon

be expert!

Nouméa Kite School Tel 79 07 66 - Glisse Attitude Tel 28 90 69

MOVE IT

This year, this

immensely popular

yacht regatta will

take place from

18 to 20 May.

The world’s largest and loveliest lagoon, coral reefs of stunning beauty and d iver s i t y. . . And three days to sail the vast expanse of azure waters and relax in the magic glow of sunlight on r ippl ing wavelets and exotic islets. Live the Melanesian dream... After a strenuous day at the helm, you can

relax in the soft twilight and enjoy the fabulous islet evening events. The r o u te t a ke s yo u f r o m Nouméa to the shores of Ténia and Kouen islets and their satellite isles where untamed nature reigns supreme.

A unique opportunity

Plunge into the rare and breathtaking beauty of an earthly paradise! The race is open to all classes of sailing boats so register now! Registrations remain open until two days before

the star t of the event . Yachts with or without a skipper are available for char ter: fur ther details f rom Maison du Lagon marine activities centre.

Registrations: Cercle Nautique Calédonien,

2 rue du Capitaine Desmier, Baie des Pêcheurs, Tel 79 56 01

Information: Maison du Lagon, Port Moselle, Nouméa. www.greatlagoonregatta.ncTel 27 27 27

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WHAT’S UP?

ExhibitionAndemic Art Gallery is pleased

to announce the opening

of a new exhibition space

at Le Méridien Nouméa

showcasing works by

Jezebruff Kabradinsky and

his wife Didi. Superb prints

created and hand-fi nished in

New Caledonia... Monday,

Wednesday, Thursday from

4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and

Sunday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.,

Saturday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Le Méridien Nouméa*

(Till 31 December 2013)

Exhibition“Papuan painters and their

magic sidewalk” Chimbu

street artists have made the

sidewalk opposite the Port

Moresby Holiday Inn their

fl agship exhibition space.

These “sidewalk painters”

have created their own unique

style. Komwi Room,

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

(Till 28 May 2013)

Exhibition

“Carte Blanche”

Nicolas Molé has created

an interactive multimedia

installation exploring the

concepts of representation

and perception through a

blending of sounds and

images. His work is allegorical,

conjuring a forest peopled by

magical, invisible beings.

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

(Till 20 October 2013)

SAT. 4 & SUN. 5 MAY Circus Show

Casus present their

breathtaking show Knee

Deep at the Tjibaou Cultural

Centre! Circus from the heart,

astonishing skills and exquisite

beauty from four performers

at the top of their game.

Casus bring poetry to circus

with a heart-stopping display

of strength and fragility

at 6 p.m. www.cameleon.nc

Tel 92 09 29

TUES. 7 TO THURS. 23 MAY Exhibition

“Je suis noir !” (I am black)

What if the colour black were

a pretext for showcasing the

faces, expressions and gazes

of the men and women whose

stories are revealed in works

of art from all over Oceania?

And what if all these faces

cast a spell on us and speak

to our hearts? “Je suis noir !”

exhibition is inspired by a key

selection of works drawn from

the Fund for Contemporary

Kanak and Oceanian Art.

Beretara Room,

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

SUN. 12 MAYEvent Day focussing on research

and featuring games and

attractions for kids and

workshops for adults.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aquarium des Lagons

Tel 26 27 31 (address p 6)

MON. 13 TO SAT. 18 MAY Exhibition

“Hors du commun”

(Extraordinary) An exhibition

like no other featuring

innovative works by artists

from New Caledonia’s

North and South, unusual

and imaginative creations,

natural materials, strange and

humorous shapes, precious

jewellery, intuitive painting,

fl oral art, ”Recycled Art”…

Association ARCANE

Gallerie Arte Bello, 30 rue

Auguste Brun, Quartier Latin

Tel 25 31 00

FRI. 17 & SAT. 18 MAYMuseums by Night Evenings of nocturnal

discoveries, secrets and

surprises.

Tel 26 28 05 (see p 3)

SAT. 18 TO SUN. 20 MAYGreat Lagoon RegattaDon’t miss this chance to

take part in the 3rd GLR, a fun

friendly yacht race in an idyllic

setting!

Cercle Nautique Calédonien

Tel 79 56 01 (see p 3)

WEDS. 22 MAYConcertThe Bandstand Concerts

are a great way to enjoy live

performances by local amateur

or professional bands.

Don’t miss this one!

From 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Bandstand, Place des

Cocotiers, Downtown.

THURS. 23 MAY Show

Kuonga

In English with French

subtitles.

Sparkling, touching and funny

show blending songs, dance

and sketches…

At 8 p.m.

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

ALL YEAR ROUND Museum

Bourail. Explore the

fascinating history of the

Bourail region: the life

and traditions of the Keku

and the Orowë tribes, the

establishment of the convict

prison farm, the development

of Bourail village and how

people lived at the time,

the New Zealand military

base during WW2.

Bourail Museum

rue Simone Dremon,

Bourail, Tel 46 69 12

Sculpture Bourail. Abraham Gorodite,

who works from Bourail, has

forged an enduring reputation

as a highly talented sculptor.

He sculpts all kinds of wood,

soapstone... and creates works

of every size.

You are welcome to visit his

fascinating workshop

after 4 p.m.

Tel 97 69 05/46 25 75

Nouméa

Le Méridien Nouméa*****7 Promenade Vernier,

Val Plaisance.

Tel 26 50 00

Complexe Nouvata Parc***123 Promenade Roger

Laroque, Anse Vata.

Tel 26 22 00

Le Surf***55 Promenade Roger

Laroque, Anse Vata.

Tel 28 66 88

Ramada Plaza**** 7 Rue Louis Blériot,

Anse Vata.

Tel 23 90 00

Best Western La Promenade****109 Promenade Roger Laroque,

Anse Vata. Tel 24 46 00

Le Paris**45/47 Rue de Sébastopol,

Downtown. Tel 28 17 00

Casa del Sole Apartments*10 Route de l’aquarium,

Baie des Citrons. Tel 25 87 00

Chateau Royal Beach Resort and Spa***140 Promenade Roger Laroque,

Anse Vata. Tel 29 64 00

Le Lagon ***149 Route de l’Anse Vata, Anse

Vata. Tel 26 12 55

ADDRESS BOOK

ALL YEAR ROUND Guided Tours

Guided tours of the Tjibaou

Cultural Centre with English

commentary.

Tuesday to Sunday 9.30 a.m.

to 2.30 p.m. English audio

guides also available for hire.

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

Walkabout Show

Explore the myth of human

creation, accompanied by

the drums and songs of the

We Ce Ca dance company,

in the unique plant world

of the Kanak Path. Tues. &

Thurs. 2.30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Advance booking required.

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

Tel 41 45 45 (address p 6)

Exhibition“Nos milieux naturels” (Our

natural environments). Explore

New Caledonia’s dry forest,

mangrove and mining

scrubland ecosystems.

Botanical and Wildlife Park

Tel 27 89 51 (address p 6)

You can tour the Park on a

Segway PT! Advance booking

required. Training in riding

a PT is mandatory before

setting off. Tel 86 46 83

Heritage

Guided tours of historic peni-

tentiary buildings at Nouville.

Guided tour in French

lasting at least 2 hours.

Adults F1,500 Children free.

Advance booking required.

Weds. & Sat. at 2 p.m.

Tel 26 48 13

Art & Music On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of

each month, the Art Centre

gardens are the venue for

a variety of cultural and

arts events, where artists

(actors, musicians, painters

and sculptors or dancers),

travellers and writers can

preview their work, put on

extracts from shows, give

readings, screen fi lms and

share their ideas and interests

with a keen audience.

Art Centre Tel 25 07 50

(address p 6)

FRI. 3 MAY TO THURS. 23 MAYExhibition

Les Olympiades du Lagon

(Lagoon Olympics)

Amazing feats and record-

breaking performances by

New Caledonia’s secret

underwater athletes. Interactive

exhibition featuring games

and fun activities revealing and

exploring the incredible exploits

of many of the marine species

found in New Caledonia’s

lagoon.

Aquarium des Lagons

Tel 26 27 31 (address p 6)

(Till 31 May 2013)

ExhibitionTake a journey back to bygone

days in Nouméa’s Faubourg-

Blanchot district, brought

to life by fascinating archive

documents and photographs!

Maison Célières &

Maison du Livre

Tel 28 65 10 (address p 6)

(Till 31 December 2013)

Exhibition“Lives and Houses from

Bygone Times”

Exhibition exploring the

homes and everyday lives

of Noumeans in the early

20th century. Photos by

Jacquotte Samperez

Maison Célières &

Maison du Livre

Tel 28 65 10 (address p 6)

(Till 31 December 2013)

South Province

Les Bancouliers FarinoRooms or bungalows in a lush green setting and delicious home-cooking.bancouliers@canl.ncwww.bancouliers.blogspot.comTel 41 20 41

Table et Gîte des Haras BourailComfortable guestrooms and

a relaxed family atmosphere

south of Bourail.

table.gitedesharas@yahoo.fr

Tel 44 23 81/76 18 87

Gîte NodelaBourailWooden bungalow

accommodation in a delightful

setting north of Bourail at Pont

du Cap. Tel 78 71 10

Tour du Monde Dumbéa Superb views over the lagoon and mountains. Home-cooking. Katiramona. tour-du-monde@mls.ncwww.tour-du-monde.nc Tel 84 96 54

Chez Julien et MaévaThioHomestay accommoda-tion at Port Bouquet Tribe, lagoon-side guestroom sleeping 2.Tel 88 18 70/82 28 78

Au fi l de l’eauLa FoaFully equipped bungalow sleeping 2. Jean also organises boat trips through the mangroves.jmartin@canl.ncTel 43 66 05/83 03 58

ADDRESS BOOK

Move It

Poé. Float over Bourail lagoon

with a powered paraglider and

delight in a view you’ll fi nd

nowhere else in New

Caledonia. A totally

unforgettable experience!

Advance booking required

Tel 43 82 14

Move ItYaté. Nature trails on foot and

mountain bike, rustic picnics...

Experience the ravishing scen-

ery and fi erce red earthy tints

of the Deep South at Parc de

la Rivière Bleue nature reserve.

Parc de la Rivière Bleue

Tel 43 61 24

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Mother’s DayBlack pearls, perfumes, accessories...

Nouméa’s host of on-trend stores have

once again come up with a thousand and

one tempting ideas for the perfect Mother’s

Day gift. And don’t worry, there are gifts to suit

every pocket on offer. A special Mother’s Day

Downtown Thursday will be held at Nouméa’s

Place des Cocotiers from 4 p.m. to 7.30

p.m. on 16 May. Jewellery, accessories,

beauty and skincare products...

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COUNTRY/FARMERS MARKETS

Move ItKeen golfer? Enjoy a game

in the superb countryside

outside Nouméa at two world

class golf courses:

Ouenghi Golf Course

at Boulouparis. Tel 35 17 35

Dumbéa Golf Course

Tel 41 80 00

FRI. 3 & SAT. 4 MAYClown ShowMont-Dore. Welcome to the

absurd and amazing world

of the Magic Broccoli Show,

a subtle and explosive mix

of fl amboyant routines and

unbelievable feats.

At 6 p.m. Mont-Dore Cultural

Centre, Tel 41 01 73

SAT. 4 MAYHorse-racing

Bourail. Program includes:

10 horse races, pony races

and rides, cowgirl parade...

Refreshments on site.

Téné Racecourse

Bourail Point I Tourism Info

Centre, Tel 46 46 12

SAT. 4 & SUN. 5 MAYMove It Farino. La Piste Adventure

Race: 2 day race in teams of

2. Katricoin Tribe Tel 78 30 01

SAT. 5 MAYExhibitionBourail. Every fi rst Sunday

of the month, Nessadiou

Distillery opens its doors to

visitors for a public distillation

session.

It’s a good idea to be there

for 9.30 – 10 a.m. to be sure

of seeing the essential niaouli

oil drawn from the still. The

distillery also offers visitors a

home-cooked lunch menu.

You can also call the distillery

to fi x a different time to visit

and browse the range of

products.

Exhibition of works

by Koumac sculptor Léonce

Weiss. Nessadiou Distillery

Tel 41 92 31/79 99 69

SAT. 11 MAYFairYaté. Plant Fair at the Unia

Tribe: stalls selling plants and

fl owers, refreshments,

attractions... Deep South

Point I Tourism Info Centre,

Tel 46 06 25

MON. 13 TO SAT. 18 MAY FairLa Foa. Water Fair

featuring a

wealth of

exhibi-

tions,

water-

based

activi-

ties, fi lm

screenings, guided tours,

dances, fi shing

contests... (see p 1)

SAT. 18 & SUN. 19 MAYNature FairFarino/Moindou/Sarraméa. Celebrating nature with a

whole host of activities at

Parc des Grandes Fougères

nature reserve. Tel 46 99 50

SAT. 4 MAYCar Boot SaleBargains and greatsouvenirs galore!From 8 a.m. Place des Cocotiers, Downtown.

South ProvinceBOULOUPARISSUN. 5 MAYTomo Market

SAT. 11 MAYFrom 7.30 a.m. Local produce, arts and crafts.

BOURAILEVERY SAT.From 7 a.m. to midday.Twenty or so stalls selling seasonal fruit and vegetables, honey, syrups, jams, cakes, cooked dishes, cut fl owers & plants. Main square, Tel 44 13 36

FARINOSUN. 12 MAYFrom 7.30 a.m.Theme market. Wide rangeof local farm produce.

All market stallholdersare local producersand fi shermen/womenselling their ownproduce. Items on offerinclude fruit, vegetables,plants, fl owerarrangements,home-cooked dishesand handmade jewellery.Early birds get thebest choice of items ondisplay, so aim to getthere before 9.30 a.m.

NouméaEVERY DAYPapaya, soursop, passionfruit, green coconuts, vegetables, fi sh, fl owers, clothing. Baie de la Moselle, Downtown, 4.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Closed 3rd

Monday in the month.

EVERY SAT.Scents and savours market: 25 stallholders and tempting displays of freshwater prawns, vanilla beans, venison charcuterie, cheeses, Melanesian coffees, Vietnamese teas and spices, fl owers and Moroccan specialities.

ISLE OF PINES WEDS. & SAT.Root vegetables, fruit and vegetables, freshly caught fi sh. Vao, from 6 a.m. Tel 46 10 27

LA FOAEVERY SAT.Twenty or so stalls selling plants, fresh fruit and vegetables, fi sh and shellfi sh. Place Georges Guermet, from 7.30 a.m. Tel 44 31 13 or 41 69 11

MOINDOUEVERY FRI.Mini-market organised by a few local producersSouthern approach to the village, from 7.30 a.m.

SUN. 5 MAYFruit, vegetables, plants and local produce. From 7.30 a.m.

MONT-DOREEVERY SAT.La Coulée Shopping Centre, from 7 a.m. Tel 46 06 25

EVERY SUN.Flea market with fi fty or so stalls. Pont des Français

Market, Drive-In carpark,from 6 a.m. Tel 46 06 25

SAINT-LOUIS, MONT-DOREEVERY SAT. & SUN.La Réserve women’s market. Market days on public holidays. From 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

THIO Market held every morningMission: MON. & FRI.Wénéné: TUES. & THURS.Saint Philippo: WEDS. & SAT.Fruit, vegetables, cakes and sometimes fresh fi sh.

YATÉEVERY MON. & FRI.From 8 a.m. to middayat the municipal marketplace (ten or so stalls): farm produce, fruit, vegetables & plants.

North ProvinceCANALAEVERY FRI.From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

on the public squareFruit, vegetables, bazaar…

HIENGHÈNEEVERY TUES. & FRI. From 7 a.m. to middayFruit, vegetables, fresh fi sh.

HOUAÏLOUEVERY FRI.From 6 a.m. Twenty or so stallholders selling fruit, vegetables, plants, cooked specialities…

KOUMACEVERY WEDS. & SAT.From 6.30 a.m. Fruit, vegeta-bles, plants, cakes, linen…

POINDIMIÉEVERY WEDS. & SAT.From 7.30 a.m.Ten or so stallholders selling fruit, vegetables, cakes, woven articles, etc.

PONÉRIHOUENEVERY FRI.From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 20 to 30 stallholders selling farm produce and other items.

POUEMBOUTEVERY SAT.

From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.Fruit, vegetables, plants, cakes…

LoyaltyIslandsLIFOUEVERY WEDS. & FRI.From 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.Home-grown fruit and vegetables, local produce, arts & crafts, traditional clothing, woven baskets...Refreshments: coffee and tea served.

MARÉEVERY TUES. & FRI.Fruit, vegetables, local produce.

OUVÉAEVERY SAT.From 7.30 a.m. Fruit, vegetables, local produce.

The editor clearly cannot accept any responsibility for any subsequent changes of program

LIFOUArts & CraftsExhibition and sale of hand-

crafted items at the Women’s

Space, Wé Townhall courtyard

Mon. to Thurs. 7.30 a.m. to

11.30 a.m. & 1 p.m.

to 3.30 p.m. Tel 45 00 32

MARÉArts & CraftsWorkshops and sale of

hand-crafted items Maré

Women’s Space, Yeiwéné

Yeiwéné Cultural Centre,

La Roche. Mon. to Fri. 7 a.m.

to 4 p.m. Tel 45 44 79

THURS. 9 TO SUN. 12 MAYAvocado Fair (see p 3)

Nece Tribe Tel 27 66 27

OUVÉAOuvéa Soap Factory

Free tours of the Ouvéa

coconut-based soap factory.

Wadrilla Tribe. Tues. & Thurs.

8 to 11.30 a.m. Advance

booking required. Tel 45 10 60

FRI. 3 & MON. 6 MAY Dance ShowKoné. “The Dawning of

the New Moon”.

Exciting contemporary

dance show at 8 p.m.

Koné Cultural Complex

Tel 47 30 33

FRI. 3 TO THURS. 23 MAYExhibitionVoh. Coffee

- Myth and

Reality (Le café

entre mythes

et réalités) Fascinating new

temporary exhibition: embark

on a strange and mystic

journey exploring the past

and present of this iconic

beverage!

Tel 47 37 36/75 95 65

(Till 22 July 2013)

SAT. 4 MAYMusic LivePonérihouen. The RIWINX

Festival is a must for reggae

fans and kaneka will also

be in the spotlight, with

performances by local and

Vanuatu bands (Pasifi kana

Soundz…) and a line-up of

international stars: Julian

Marley, Capleton and

Morgan Heritage.

ALL YEAR ROUND History Tours Koumac. Guided tours of old

Tiébaghi village near Koumac.

Tues., Thurs. & Sat. from

8 a.m. Tel 42 78 42

Le Koniambo***Route provinciale 1,

Koné.

Tel 47 39 40

La Néa***RT1, Lot 218, Koné.

Tel 47 30 40

Malabou Beach**Néhoué Bay, Poum.

Tel 47 60 60

Tiéti Poindimié***16 voie urbaine n°1,

Poindimié.

Tel 42 64 00

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DANCE IN BOURAIL

The New Caledonia Contemporary Dance Company will perform their evocative new show at Bourail on Monday 6 May. Unmissable!

Entitled “The Dawning of the New Moon”, this exciting new work is an celebration of cultural diversity. The company comprises 6 dancers from very different backgrounds united by their passionate love for dance. In their new ballet, they portray in fi ve stages the life of a being born at the dawn of time. Choreographer Sthan Kabar-Louët has created a metaphorical vision of poetic fl uidity, set to an atmospheric score of traditional Kanak, contemporary and classical music. Utterly compelling. Tickets: pre-sale F800, at the door F1000. Colysée de Bourail, Bourail. Performance starts at 6.30 p.m. Tel 44 75 00

A DAY IN PARADISE

2 ½ hours’ drive from Nouméa, Blue Paradise awaits you for a trip exploring sublime UNESCO World Heritage listed Bourail lagoon. Program highlights include lazing on white sand beaches, diving in crystal clear waters, exploring pristine fairytale islets... Photo opportunities galore! And turtles and dolphins are frequent visitors to these sparkling azure waters. Your skipper Captain Erick will take very special care of you. Don’t miss out… dive right in!

Exclusive offer for New Caledonia Weekly readers. Just show your copy! Full day or half day tours from F6,300 for two people. www.blueparadise.nc/enblueparadise@mls.nc - Tel Erick Richard 75 21 33

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Buy 1 Eco-Discovery Tour

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LIFOU Tourist Information Offi ce “Ne Drehu” Municipal Events

and Information Centre

two offices at your service.

Next to Lifou Townhall and

at Wanaham aerodrome.

Tel 45 00 32 or 45 02 80

MARÉNengone Tourist Information Offi ceLocated in Maré Townhall

faré at Tadine. Tel 45 03 49

OUVÉA Laaï Tourist Information Offi ceLocated at Fayoué.

Tel 45 10 84 or 94 97 14

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NOUMÉA IN A DAY…

A colourful arts and crafts market

is held right on the spot inside the

Maritime Terminal every time a

cruise ship docks. Wander round

the stalls spread out on both levels

of the building and choose your

own special souvenirs of New

Caledonia. Postcards, sarongs,

local costumes, T-shirts, fashion

jewellery, traditional sculptures... Your only problem will be

making up your mind! So set off on a tour of the displays

and meet the friendly stallholders who are all delighted to

show off their wares and chat to visitors. Just so you know:

all items sold at the Maritime Terminal have been approved

by the Plant Health Authorities for import into Australia.

Open to all whenever a cruise ship is in port!

MARITIME TERMINAL MARKET

Hello. Bonjour. Goodbye. Au revoir.Thank you. Merci.Please. S’il vous plait.Yes. Oui. No. Non.What’s your name? Comment vous appelez-vous ?

I would like a drink. Je voudrais boire. I would like to eat. Je voudrais manger. Where is...? Où est... ? Where can I take a taxi?Où est ce que je peux prendre un taxi ?

Where can I take a bus?

Où est ce que je peux prendre un bus ? I would like to go to…

Je voudrais aller à...Could you show me the way to downtown? Pourriez-vous me montrer le chemin du centre ville ?What is it?

Qu’est-ce que c’est ?How much does this cost?Combien ça coûte ?I would like to buy a…

Je voudrais acheter…

I don’t feel well. Je ne me sens pas bien. I need a doctor. J’ai besoin d’un docteur.Please help me! Aidez-moi s’il vous plaît ! I don’t understand.Je ne comprends pas.Please take me to this adress. S’il vous plait emmenez-moi à cette adresse.Sorry to bother you. Désolé de vous déranger.Are there rooms available? Avez-vous des chambres disponibles ?I’d like to make a

reservation.Je voudrais faire une réservation.Where is the bathroom? Où sont les toilettes ?Do you accept credit cards? Acceptez-vous les cartes de crédit ?Please bring the bill. L’addition, s’il vous plait.What time is it? Quelle heure est-il ?Left. À gauche.Right. À droite.Straight on. Tout droit.Today. Aujourd’hui.Tomorrow. Demain.Yesterday. Hier.

LITTLE LEXICON

No. 40 bus (bus stop between cinema and fire station)

LAGOON OUTINGS AND ACTIVITIES DALOCEANSpecialising in catamaran cruises and taxi boat trips on request. Departures from Quai Ferry wharf, Baie des Citrons or Pointe Magnin headland. Tel 96 11 31

ILE AUX CANARDS UNDERWATER TRAILUnderwater discovery trail signposted by buoys. All you need is standard snorkelling gear. Snorkelling equipment hire on the spot.

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers, get off at “Plage Anse Vata” stop

MAISON DU LAGONCharters & cruises, scuba diving, snorkelling... Maison du Lagon is your one-stop shop for information about all water-based activities. Open Mon. & Thurs. From 8.30 a.m.to midday/1.30p.m. to 5 p.m.Wed. & Fri. From 8 a.m. to midday/ 1.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. from 8 a.m. to midday. Closed on Tues. Port Moselle. Tel 27 27 27

10 minutes’ walk fromPlace des Cocotiers

MD PLAISIRSRental of windsurf boards, stand up paddle boards, towable ski tubes, wakeboards, kitesurf, kayak… Open every day from 8.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anse Vata Faré.

Tel 76 59 09

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers, get off next to taxi boat office on Anse Vata

PLAGE LOISIRSTaxi boats to Ile aux Canards and Ilot Maître from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Departures every 15 minutes, open every day (except in bad weather) Anse Vata Faré.

Tel 26 90 00 No. 10 & 11 bus from Place

des Cocotiers, get off at “Plage Anse Vata” stop

OUTINGS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE CITYTINA GOLF COURSEWorld-class 18 hole golf course, open every day from 7 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Tel 43 82 83

No. 40 bus heading for the Cultural Centre, get off one stop before the Centre

ENTERTAINMENTNOUMÉA’S CASINOSLe Grand Casino is located at the entrance to Le Méridien Hotel on Pointe Magnin, Anse Vata.Casino Royal is located at the Surf Hotel, Anse Vata.Open from Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.www.casinodenoumea.ncTel 24 20 20

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers - Stop “CC Baie des Citrons”

MIRAGE PLAZA/BAIE DESCITRONS COMPLEXNouméa’s top nightlife hotspot. A wide range of restaurants, bars hosting live gigs and nightclubs...

Open every day. Baie des Citrons.

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place

des Cocotiers

SHOPPING LA PROMENADE COMPLEXShops, restaurants (Vietnamese, Thai, French, Italian), bakery and pastry shop, bars, fresh fruit juice bar. Open every day and Sunday

afternoons, Anse Vata.

No. 10, 11 & 70 bus from Place des Cocotiers

MIRAGE PLAZA/BAIE DES CITRONS COMPLEXRestaurants (mixed grill, Italian, Vietnamese, International cuisine,

Crêpes, Coffee Club, Pizza), souvenir shops. Open every day.

Baie des Citrons No. 10 & 11 bus from Place

des Cocotiers

PALM BEACH SHOPPING MALLRange of stores selling souvenirs & gifts, fabrics, table linen, gadgets & gizmos, cigarettes & newspapers and jewellery, restaurants, and a tourist agency. Open every day including Sundays, Anse Vata.

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers

PORT PLAISANCE SHOPPING MALLShopping centre: stores, restaurant, optician, hairdresser, supermarket...Open from Monday to Saturday Closed Sunday, Port Plaisance.

No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers

DOWNTOWN RUE DE L’ALMAShopping centre: stores,perfumery, cosmetics,supermarket, duty free store…Closed on Sunday, Downtown.

5 minutes’ walk from

the Cruise Ship Terminal

LATIN QUARTERShops, restaurants, bakery, post office…Open from Monday to Saturday. Most shops and stores are closed on Saturday afternoon.

15 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal

MUSEUM OF NEW CALEDONIA*Exploring Melanesian cultureOpen every day except Tuesdays and public holidays. 9 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. & 12.15 p.m.

to 4.30 p.m. Tel 27 23 42

10 minutes’ walk from

Maritime Terminal

NOUMÉA CITY MUSEUM*A fascinating insight into various periods of New Caledonian history Open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and public holidays. 39 rue Jean Jaurès, Downtown. Tel 26 28 05

Two blocks up from the Tourist Office, on the left

OUEN TORO VIEWPOINT*The trail to the panoramic viewpoint is 1 km long but the reward is well worth the effort - a breathtaking vista over the city and residential districts, the bays and southern lagoon... and a fascinating reminder of WW2 in

the Pacific (canons), Anse Vata.

No. 10 bus from Place des

Cocotiers

SAINT JOSEPH’S CATHEDRAL*Open every day. Closed to visitors on Sundays but you are welcome to attend Mass: 6 a.m., 9 a.m. & 6.30 p.m. Visitors must be suitably attired. Rue Frédéric Surleau, Downtown.

TJIBAOU CULTURAL CENTREAn inspired blend of contemporary and traditional Kanak architecture showcasing the enduring creative power of Oceanian cultural traditions.Open Tuesday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed MondaysRue des Accords de Matignon,

Tina. Tel 41 45 45

TOURISM ROUTE ART CENTRETheatre, festivals, exhibitions...Every Tuesday evening (except the last Tuesday of the month) the Art Centre gardens are the venue for a variety of cultural and arts events.Downtown. Tel 25 07 50

15 minutes’ walk from Place des Cocotiers

BERNHEIM LIBRARYA selection of books, papers & magazines in French and English.Tues. Thurs. & Fri.1 to 5.30 p.m. Weds. 9 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 41 avenue du Maréchal Foch, Downtown. Tel 24 20 90

10 minutes’ walk Place des Cocotiers

BOTANICAL AND WILDLIFE PARK*Magnificent botanical gardens and wildlife parkOpen Tuesday to Sunday from 10.15 a.m. to 5.45 p.m. (from 1st September to 30 April) and from 10.15 a.m. to 5 p.m. (from 1st May to 31 August). Last admission at 5 p.m. Closed Mondays.Route Teyssandier de Laubarède, Montravel.

Tel 27 89 51 Take a taxi or take a tour

leaving from the Cruise Ship Terminal

LAGOON AQUARIUM*A magical window onto New Caledonia’s lagoonOpen Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission at 4 p.m.61 Promenade Roger Laroque,

Anse Vata. Tel 26 27 31 No. 10 & 11 bus from

Place des Cocotiers, get off at “Le Surf hotel” stop

MAISON CELIERES & MAISON DU LIVREExplore one Nouméa’s oldest and finest colonial mansions. Tues. to Sat. 11 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. 21 Route du Port-Despointes, Faubourg-

Blanchot. Tel 28 65 10

No. 60 bus from Place des Cocotiers get off at Place Valbonne

MUNICIPAL MARKETVast choice of souvenirs, fresh fruit & vegetablesOpen every day 6 a.m. to midday Closed 3rd Monday

of the month. Port-Moselle. 10 minutes’ walk from the

Maritime Terminal

A COUPLE OF HOURS IN NOUMÉA

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Accommodation, tours, walks, currency exchange... Get all the information you need at the Tourism Offi ce.

• Square Olry, Place des Cocotiers, 14, rue Jean Jaurès, Downtown, Tel 28 75 80 Open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. & Saturday 9 a.m. to midday

• 113 Promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata, Tel 27 73 59 Open every day from 9 a.m. to midday & 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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EDITOR: Tel (687) 23 23 80weekly@onenparle.nc

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE: NCTPS, On en Parle !

PHOTOS: NCTPS, Ville de Nouméa, Ville de Bourail, Érick Richard, Tjibaou Cultural Centre, Musée de la Ville, Reef Kite Surf Pro, Maison du Lagon, Cercle Nautique Calédonien, Michel Bénébig, La Foa Tourisme, TPN, Patricia Lauzes, René Lou: weiststudio.net, Éric Deroche

TRANSLATIONS: Elaine Sutton. PRINTED BY: Le Gratuit Despite the attention given to the accuracy of the information printed in The New Caledonia Weekly, we cannot be held responsible for last minute changes in program or prices.

We protect our Island.

✁✁

T he e n t r a nc e to the

Great Hut which lies at

the heart of every Kanak

ch i e fdom i s f l anke d

by intr icate ly car ved

doorposts known as the

“guardians of the house”.

The French term for these

sy mbo l i c doo rpos t s

is “chambranles”. They

have no load-carrying

p u r p o s e b u t a r e

decorative features with

a strong symbolic power

similar to that of the roof

finial atop the pointed

thatched roof. Traditional

Kanak architecture is in

itself symbolic of social

structure; the doorposts

stand either side of the

entrance to the Great

Hut which is the Clan

Chief’s seat of power and

the doorway is so low

(1.5 m) that visitors must

bend down as they enter,

showing their respect for

those present in the hut.

Ancient skills

Kanak doorposts are

traditionally sculpted by

skilled craftsmen from the

massive, tightly grained

wood of the endemic tree

Montrouziera cauliflora,

known locally as “houp”.

Custom dictates that only

wood from dead trees

should be used (such as

trees blown down in a

storm or cyclone). Thus

the doorposts symbolise

the spir i ts of bygone

ancients guarding the

threshold for their living

descendents.

ANCESTRAL GUARDIANS

COST OF LIVINGFrench baguette F100

Carton of

takeaway food F800

A beer in a bar F500

1.5l bottle of

fizzy drink F200

Coffee F300

Cyber café F700/hour

1.5l bottle of

mineral water F100

Hamburger & fries F1,000

Newspaper F150

Fried mini spring roll F120

Pack of chewing gum F100

Road toll F150

Ham sandwich F300

Cinema ticket F1,150

Bus ticket F210

Stamp for

overseas mail F85

MONEY

Very few of Nouméa’s shops

stores and tourism leisure

activities accept foreign

currency. Automatic teller

machines (ATMs) are available

throughout the territory. Have

your pin code handy. Banks

are generally open 8 a.m. to

3.30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Change(exchange rates on

3 May 2013)

1 USD = 90,52 XPF

1 AUD = 93,05 XPF

1 NZD = 76, 97 XPF

1 EUR = 119,33 XPF

Some banks provide ATMs:

BNP, 111 promenade Roger

Laroque, Anse Vata, Nouméa.

BCI, 55 promenade Roger

Laroque, Baie des Citrons and 20

rue Anatole France, Downtown.

Country code

Australia +61

Canada +001

France +33

French Polynesia +689

Germany +49

Italy +39

Japan +81

Korea +82

New zealand +64

Spain +34

United Kingdom +44

United States +1

Vanuatu +678

New Caledonia +687

Cool calling!

The IZI card makes phoning

quick and easy and can be

used to make local and inter-

national calls from a public call

box, a landline or a mobile. It’s

a non-rechargeable prepaid

phone card with a pin code.

Two face values are available:

F1,000 and F3,000. On sale at

various designated sales points

and all OPT telecom branches.

International calls now cost

less! Dial 00. Rates per minute:

NZ & AUS landlines - 16.8 XPF.

NZ mobiles - 33.6 XPF. AUS

mobiles - 29.4 XPF

PHONE CALLS

SHOPS & STORES: OPENING HOURS Shops are generally open from 9.30 a.m. to midday and 2 p.m. to

5.30 p.m. Only food stores stay open non-stop from 7.30 a.m. to

around 7 p.m.

USEFUL TIPS

TAKE A BUSKaruia buses (red buses): The line 40 goes to the Tjibaou Cultural

Centre from the bus stop between cinema and fire station.

Lines 10 & 11 follow the beach roads. Farés: adults, F210 one way.

Tel 26 54 54 or www.karuiabus.com

TAKE A TAXITaxis, Central rank Place des Cocotiers, faré from city centre to

beaches, F1,400. Tel 28 35 12

TAXI BOATS (LEAVING FROM ANSE VATA)Every day 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Île aux Canards return faré F1,200,

Îlot Maître return fare F2,800. Last departure 4 p.m. Tel 26 90 00

GETTING AROUND

The flesh of the avocado from Mare is particularly

unctuous and has a delicious nutty flavour. In order to

eat it at just the right moment, you can accelerate the

maturing process by placing it next to an apple or a

banana, or even wrapping it in newspaper. On the other

hand if you wish to slow down the process, put it in the

vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. To peel it easily,

just heat it for a few minutes by rolling it between your

hands. To extract the kernel is not difficult: you just cut

the fruit in two and stab the kernel with the point of a

knife. Once peeled it only remains to sprinkle the flesh

with a dash of lime juice to prevent it turning black.

CRAB-FILLED AVOCADOSIngredients:

3 tbsp olive oil, 1 egg, 1 lemon, 0.5 tsp tomato puree,

Salt & pepper, ½ tsp white mustard, 3 avocados

5 sprigs of parsley, 125 g crab meat

Preparation:

Hard boil the egg. Remove eggshell and crush well with

a fork. Mix mustard, olive oil, tomato puree and lemon

juice to make a vinaigrette and season to taste. Rinse

and chop parsley. Mix crab meat with vinaigrette and

egg. Cut avocados in half, leaving on their skins.

Fill avocado halves with the crab mixture and garnish

with chopped parsley.

cross-country routes. The

essential oils trail will take

you through a plantation

of eucalyptus, niaoulis,

ylang ylang and heather.

Plunge into a fragrant

wo r l d o f s c e n t s a n d

essences with mysterious

p r o p e r t i e s a n d t a ke

home an unforgettable

memory. Poingam is also

justly proud of the Kô salt

marshes which produce

varieties of salt famous

for their savour and high

qua l i t y. Head fo r the

heights and walk along the

Poingam hills or explore

Nahârian headland and

revel in the heady sense of

freedom conjured by the

sweeping spaces of the

Far North.

www.tourismeprovincenord.nc

POINGAM: A WORLD OF TIMELESS BEAUTY

FRESH AIR

HOSPITALS

Nouméa: Gaston-Bourret/Magenta 25 66 66

La Foa Dispensary 44 32 14

Koné Dispensary 47 72 50

Koumac: Paula Thavoavianon 42 65 00

Poindimié: Raymond Doui Nebayes 42 71 44

Lifou Dispensary 45 12 12

DUTY/ON CALL MEDICAL SERVICES - NOUMÉAPharmacies: Sat. 4 & Sun. 5 May: Pharmacie de la Plage, 55 rue Gervolino, Magenta Plage, Tel 28 88 60 - Sat. 11 & Sun. 12 May: Pharmacie de l’Océan, 97 rue Gabriel Laroque, Ngéa, Tel 28 81 28 - Sat. 18 & Sun. 19 & Mon. 20 May: Pharmacie Dock 31, 56 rue Auer, Ducos, Tel 26 11 25Doctors: Sat. 4 & Sun. 5 May: Dr Guedel Nicolas, Espace Santé Le Vanikoro, Magenta Plage, Tel 25 38 12 - Sat. 11 & Sun. 12 May: Dr Nephtali Agnès, 97 rue Gabriel Laroque, Ngéa, Tel 27 28 53 - Sat. 18 & Sun. 19 May: Dr Margis Frédéric, 4 rue du Mal Lyautey, Normandie, Tel 43 63 63 - Mon. 20 May: Dr Long Stéphanie, Logicoop, 128 route de la baie des Dames,

Tel 27 47 90.

NC country code: +687

TOURISM OFFICE: 28 75 80

Toll-free phone: 05 75 80

AUSTRALIAN CONSULATE -

GENERAL: 27 24 14

NEW ZEALAND CONSULATE -

GENERAL: 27 25 43

AGENCE KENUA: P&O

representatives: 28 45 45/26 00 55

AIR CALÉDONIE:

(domestic fl ights) 25 21 77

AIRCALIN: 26 55 00

QANTAS: 28 65 46

AIR NEW ZEALAND: 28 66 77

POLICE: 17

FIRE BRIGADE: 18

EMERGENCIES/ SOS MEDICAL SERVICE: 15

DIRECTORY ENQUIRIES:

1012

SECRETARIAT OF THE PACIFIC

COMMUNITY: 26 20 00

NEW CALEDONIA OLYMPIC &

SPORTS COMMITTEE: 28 10 57

USEFUL NUMBERS

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Explore the untamed

s p l e n d o u r s o f N e w

Caledonia’s Far North,

400 k i lometres nor th

of Nouméa, where the

land melts into the blue

yonde r : a count r y o f

spectacular landscapes

and dramatic, unearthly

scenery. Stretches of

wi ld savannah pla ins,

fa i r y ta le is lets , whi te

sand beaches, rugged

coastlines battered by the

winds... this is a land of

contrasts, a unique blend

of lush beauty and stark

austerity which casts a

spell all its own.

Hiking country

Poingam boasts several

spots ideal for nature

trails ranging from family

rambles to challenging

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AVOCADO HEAVEN

http://en.visitnewcaledonia.com

Bourail 46 46 12Canala 42 60 61Hienghène 42 43 57Île des Pins 46 10 27 46 14 00Koné 47 22 06Koumac 42 78 42La Foa 41 69 11Lifou 45 00 32Maré 45 41 07

Mont-Dore 46 06 25Nouméa 05 75 80 28 75 80Ouégoa 47 64 05Ouvéa 45 71 11Thio 44 80 33Tontouta 35 11 18Touho 42 88 07Voh 47 27 68Yaté 46 20 65

POINTS TOURISM INFO

Discover New Caledonia’s Videos:

nature, culture, recreation...

The invitation to the journey begins here!

www.nouvellecaledonie-tv.com

WAY TO GO! 3 MAY - 23 MAY 2013 - PAGE 8

DOWNTOWN

BEACHES

SAINT JOSEPH’S

CATHEDRAL

NOUMÉA CITY MUSEUM

ACCOMMODATION

Hôtel Mocambo**Résidence Marina BeachRésidence Casa del Sole*Le Surf***Hôtel Le Lagon* Hôtel Best Western PremierLa Promenade***Nouvata Parc Complex***Ramada Plaza Nouméa****Motel Anse VataChateau Royal Beach Resort & Spa****Le Méridien Nouméa*****Motel Le BambouHôtel Le Stanley***

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ALL YOUR FAVOURITE

BURGERS AND ICE CREAMS

5 mins on foot from the ship, next to the Museum & facing the city market.

MUSEUM OF

NEW CALEDONIA

NOUMÉA CITY MARKET

TOURISM OFFICE

PLACE DES COCOTIERS

SHOPPING

La PromenadePort PlaisancePalm Beach Shopping MallMirage Plaza

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LAGOON AQUARIUM

Information centre

Currency exchange

View point

Beach

Swimming

Bus terminal

Taxi rank

Taxi boat

Internet Café

Supermarket

Duty Free

Automatic currencyexchange machine

ATM Machine

Shopping Mall

Bus Line

ANSE VATA AND BAIE

DES CITRONS BEACHES

CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE AND CALL FOR A PICKUP

Quiet sailing break

Fun water taxi ride

EXPLORE NEARBY ISLETSDuck, Maitre, Signal, Laregnere, Goeland or Amedee island

CRUISEVISITORS

OFFER

FROM

21 $

AUD

FROM

25 $

AUD

CALL DALOCEAN: +687 961 131

You book a time and place (Ferry quay, Baie des Citrons or Pointe Magnin) and a boat will be there waiting. Our prices vary depending

on duration and number of passengers.