Latest News from Norfolk Blue

Congratulations to Tim & Roslyn

Tim & Roslyn from Sydney have just spent a couple of days onIslandand just before they arrived, Tim popped the question, and of course, Roslyn said Yes!

They were both beaming when they dined with us at Norfolk Blue so we helped them celebrate their happy event.  We have told them we expect to see them back on the Island for one of their future anniversaries.

Mango Madness Results

$126.40 per Mango! – That’s what the first tray of 10 Mangoes raised for Hattae Ucklun

Following the auction of the first tray of 10 mangoes kindly donated by Peter Woodward, Norfolk Blue Restaurant Grill & Bar wanted to see just how much that one tray could make for Hattae Ucklun.

Following a week of Mango Madness at Norfolk Blue where the chefs created a total of 6 dishes featuring mangos (2 entrees, 2 mains & 2 desserts), each of which attracted a donation, the results are in and the final number is $1264.00 – $350 from the auction, $100 from the Mango Muncher (Jimbo) for the seeds, $714 raised from donations during the week, plus another $100 late donation from another mango fan who was off Island and missed the opportunity.

It was a great week of fun and Norfolk Blue wishes to thank everyone who came out and supported the fund raiser.

Our picture shows Sheryl Buffett (Treasurer of Hattae Ucklun) receiving a cheque from Robyn Menghetti from Norfolk Blue Restaurant.

Norfolk Island Mango Auction

At $350 Norfolk Blue was the successful bidder for the first tray of mangos of the season in the Radio Norfolk auction.

All proceeds for the auction will go towards the new hospital appeal by Hettae Ucklun.

Watch this space for Norfolk Blue Restaurant’s Chefs’ mango creations in the coming weeks.

Whilst the highest bid was $350, the mangos actually raised $450 when Jimbo – the Mango Muncher (who was gazumped by Norfolk Blue) agreed to donate $100 to the appeal if he could have the mango seeds, which of course Norfolk Blue agreed to.

The mangos were donated by Peter Woodward and the wooden presentation tray was made and donated by Jeremy Tolner.

Last Norfolk Air flight to Norfolk Island

Sunday 26^th February saw the very last Norfolk Air flight arrive on the Island.

Feed Shortage

We are experiencing feed shortages, but as we all know necessity is the mother of invention.

Applying lime for the new Lucerne crop

Over the last month we have been preparing one of our paddocks for a new Lucerne crop.

Processing Shed – Update 2

Work is progressing well.  Last week the internal cementing was completed.  The guys did a great job.  With the hot weather matting was applied to the wet concrete to reduce the risk of cracking and it worked like a treat.

Processing Shed – Update

Work is progressing well.  On the 24^th January, our herd decided to do a random inspection to ensure everything was up to scratch!  The white steer was particularly interested in the internal work!

Rick Robertson Live

We were lucky to have Rick entertain us on three occasions during his month long holiday back home on the Island.  Rick was accompanied by our own Pendo.   Rick is a much sought after entertainer in Australia with his band Eon Beats.  He has been booked for both the Brisbane and Sydney Jazz Festival and on Australia Day, played Pirrama Park in the heart of Sydney.   We are so lucky for him.

Christmas Day

We had a great Christmas Day.

Staff were on deck early to prepare the Restaurant which was transformed into a beautifully relaxing Christmas environment, with carols playing in the background.