Arnold Cassola, Alternattiva Demokratika Chairperson, has stated that Alternattiva Demokratika is insisting that AD should participate fully in the discussions amongst the political parties on the reform of the electoral system and on the introduction of rules on political party financing. In this respect, Stephen Cachia, Alternattiva Demokratika Deputy Chairperson and Spokesperson on Democratic Institutions and Civil Rights, has written to the Speaker of the House of Representatvies, the Hon Louis Galea. In his letter, Stephen Cachia said: "I would like to inform you that in the 1992-1996 period AD had participated on a par with the other parties both in the Gonzi Commission for changes in the electoral system and in the Galdes Commission on financing of political parties. It would be an enormous step ... Read more...

We are a consortium of local business men who would like to help put Gozo, and indeed Malta, onto the world tourism map. We believe that under the current planning climate we should have no problem in achieving this. Firstly, we intend to apply for a permit to turn Ggantija into a world-class theme park, the temple stones just lend themselves to being painted in bright fluorescent colours, which would also glow in the dark and act as a magnet for attracting tourists to the island. We propose building just one single slimline 100-storey hotel tower to preserve the remaining nearby countryside. Secondly we are proposing a mega-size Splash and Fun Park in Hondoq Bay, this will preserve the bay ... Read more...

An exhibition of painting, jewellery, sculpture, ceramics, metalwork, unusual gifts and more by Gozo-based artists Hermine A. Sammut, Jackie Roberts, Rachel Robinson, Derek Roberts and others is being held in Bugibba. The artists invite everyone to visit them at this new summer venue by the sea and enjoy a taste of Gozitan wine, liqueurs and produce while looking at the unusual and affordable art and craft hand-made in Gozo The exhibition is being held from 8-10 August and 22-24 August, the 19-21 September and the 10-12 October. At 'Windy Corner Gallery' 44 Bognor Beach Street (on the seafront opposite the jetty), Bugibba, Malta. Opening times are - Fridays and Saturdays 10am-1pm and 6pm-late evening. Sundays 10am-1pm. Please telephone 79617746 or 79562753 for ... Read more...

On the 11th of August 2008, MaltaPost p.l.c. Philatelic Bureau is issuing a set of 4 stamps, the first with only the Euro denomination, to commemorate the International Year of Planet Earth - a joint initiative by UNESCO and the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS). The International Year of Planet Earth aims to capture people's imagination with the exciting knowledge we possess about our planet, and to see that knowledge used to make the Earth a safer, healthier and wealthier place for our children and grandchildren. The International Year runs from January 2007 to December 2009, with the central year (2008) proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly as the United Nations Year. The United Nations sees the Year ... Read more...

Ghajnsielem Mayor, Francis Cauchi, recently gave a presentation about the success story of the twinning between Ghajnsielem and the Italian town of Tolfa. Mayor Cauchi emphasized that although the twinning agreement between the two localities was started in 2003, the relationship between the two communities was still very warm and active. The Ghajnsielem Local Council always managed to obtain assistance from the European Union, auguring that other localities should tap the resources and funds which are available for such purposes. The presentation was held during a meeting in Mgarr attended by several Mayors from locations in Malta and Gozo. It was chaired by Chris Said, Parliamentary Secretary for Public Consultation. Chris Said said that almost 60% of the Local Councils benefited from EU ... Read more...