Project Green Captures Iconic History Of Birżebbuġa’s ‘Pont Tax-Shell’

Jan 27 2025 Share

In a heart-warming video, Project Green captured the iconic history of Birzebbuga’s ‘Pont tax-Shell.’

Through interviews with locals recounting their memories of the area, we discover how locals feel about the sea-side landmark.

From the food and drink to the marketplace, as well as the summer swimming activities, locals brought this area to life, now known as Pont tax-Shell (Shell Point).

One line stands out: ‘to see what we can do in the future we can look into the past.’

Have you ever swam or visited this point?

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William Harding Garden: 9,000 Square Metre Garden In The Works

William Harding Garden: 9,000 Square Metre Garden In The Works
Jan 27 2025 Share

From a site once earmarked for development, Pembroke residents will soon enjoy a new garden at the heart of their community, thanks to ongoing works by Project Green.

The transformation of the area was highlighted during a visit by Minister for the Environment Miriam Dalli, Project Green CEO Joseph Cuschieri, Pembroke Mayor Kaylon Zammit, and the Project Green team.

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The garden, spanning nearly 9,000 square meters, is being created with permeable materials to allow rainwater filtration and promote sustainable water management. Accessibility for all visitors is also a key feature of the project.

Minister Dalli described the initiative as transformative, stating, “Instead of building apartments, we are creating a vibrant green space accessible to everyone.

This reflects the Government’s commitment to regenerating and creating open spaces near residents’ homes.” The William Harding Garden is among several projects set for completion this year.

The project converts a previously concreted area into a biodiverse green space offering recreational opportunities.

It includes the restoration of a 120-meter traditional rubble wall and the revitalisation of an underground reservoir to encourage sustainable water use. Excavation works removed 1,800 cubic meters of concrete and debris, making way for permeable surfaces and footpaths.

In September, Project Green held a consultation session with residents to gather feedback. This input led to the inclusion of additional trees and shrubs in the final design to promote community engagement.

Project Manager Joseph Borda explained, “Once we removed the concrete, we laid soil to prepare for planting. This garden is part of a series of green initiatives across Malta and Gozo.”

Pembroke Mayor Kaylon Zammit expressed his satisfaction with the project, calling the garden a “green lung” for the locality. He emphasised that such collaborations benefit residents and enhance the community.

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Pregnant Woman Among Those Saved From Malta’s SAR Zone

Pregnant Woman Among Those Saved From Malta's SAR Zone
Jan 27 2025 Share

A pregnant woman and a severely injured man were airlifted from Malta’s search and rescue (SAR) zone on Sunday after a shipwreck claimed several lives, including two children.

German rescue NGO Sea Punks reported 17 survivors, while many others drowned.

Sea Punks’ Sea Punk I rescue vessel arrived at the scene around 7 a.m. to find people scattered in the water, including a deceased toddler.

Rescuers initially encountered 21 individuals, but several drowned during the operation despite efforts to save them. Survivors were suffering from severe hypothermia, and medical staff attempted CPR on two children, managing to save only one.

The NGO described the situation as “extremely critical,” with people drifting and separating on both sides of the ship.

The incident occurred approximately 53 nautical miles off Lampedusa. After the rescue, the Italian Coast Guard took the 15 remaining survivors and the bodies of the two deceased children.

In a separate case on Saturday, Sea Punks discovered a fibreglass boat in Malta’s SAR zone with 41 people aboard, including women and children.

The boat had run out of fuel just nine miles from Italy’s SAR zone.

Despite multiple attempts, Maltese authorities failed to respond, the NGO said.

Malta’s SAR zone spans 250,000 square kilometres, roughly the size of the UK. Although its size makes monitoring challenging, lawmakers have resisted reducing it due to its economic benefits.

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Storm Expected To Hit Malta This Week

Jan 27 2025 Share

This Wednesday the 29th of January will see stormy and thunderous weather return back to to Malta, after some days of the usual sunny weather.

According to the Malta Airport Forecast, the weather this Wednesday will be windy with thundery showers, whilst the rest of the week looking cloudy and windy.

Possible showers are also expected for Sunday the 2nd of February.

The hottest and sunniest day will be Monday the 27th whilst the coldest will be Wednesday with the lowest temperature being 10°C and the highest being 15°C.

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