ONE ELEUTHERA’s initiatives sparking new life
One Eleuthera Foundation continues to grow on the island. One of the latest initiatives of the group involves the purchase of the historic aged Rock Sound Club at the entrance to the settlement. The non-profit Foundation, is hoping to breathe new life into the property by transforming it into a Training Facility. Other plans on the horizon include Credit facilities, and Small Business support. In not so small steps and the rippling of far too stagnant waters, One Eleuthera forges new light and is definitely one to watch in 2015 and beyond.
Pineappleman sprint triathlon grows
Pineappleman Sprint Triathlon is a 500-meter swim, 16-kilometer bicycle and 5K run. It runs during the annual Pineapple Festival in Gregory Town, Eleuthera, home of the sweetest pineapples in the world. June 6th, was the big date in 2015, and it attracted a strong field of participants. Organiser Tom Glucksmann makes the extra effort to try and engage as many people as he can, who may be willing to hit the course and be a part of this fabulous event. He is a regular columnist in the local newspaper with his writings “OUT THERE”.
South Eleuthera resort projects
Headlines in May 2015 led with the announcement that the Bahamas Government had signed on with the billionaire South American, long part-time resident of South Eleuthera, Dr. Sarmiento for a $100 million phase one construction of a Four Seasons managed property in South Eleuthera.
The parties appear to be finally forging a path to a tangible property that, if it materialises, will be a much needed boost of capital in the island, with the potential to transform the economic environment.
Meanwhile, Eleuthera Properties Limited, says its looking at 2016…
Cape Eleuthera Resort refurbishments have taken shape and growth is anticipated.
Wellness Center moving ahead
In 2015, hopes are for this center to house a Mammography machine that could offer services to residents as well as the wider population who are often hampered by long waiting lists in New Providence. Located in Palmetto Point, this center serves as the headquarters in the battle against cancer, a source of inspiration for healthy living, a meeting ground for pooling ideas and finding solutions, a stage for display and much more. In 2015, Jacquie Gibson, took over the helm of the local branch of the Cancer Society of The Bahamas.
GOVERNOR’S HARBOUR buzzing
There is a BUZZ in the air, on the tips of the tongues, “Things are really picking up in Governor’s Harbour.”
In 2015 the township revived a long dormant, Governor’s Harbour Regatta…but the buzz is about a bit more than that.
New Restaurants in town:
1648 on the beautiful property at French Leave has given a visual boost to the town.
Pascal’s opening at Sky Beach gives new options.
What next from Torres’?
The former owner of The Cove Resort in a press release, announcing the sale of the resort in Q1, 2015 to The Enchantment Group, mentioned interest in Governor’s Harbour for future investment.
There is a definite buzz, about Governor’s Harbour.
