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An unrivalled test of strength, character and mind-body excellence. The motto says it all: “Normal limits do not apply”.

Nowhere else is the awesome power of nature to create and to destroy more apparent than on Lanzarote. One of the seven Canary Islands belonging to Spain, Lanzarote is only 120 km from the West Coast of Africa. On this island that captivates visitors with its dramatic scenery, picturesque villages and unique style, probably one of the toughest races in the world is held every year.

Thanks to James Mitchell for the photography

The race is fully supported by the Canarian and Local Government. Club La Santa holds the license for the Ironman Lanzarote Spain and is the organizer of the race.

The 20th Ironman Lanzarote Spain will take place on Saturday, May 21st 2011 in Puerto del Carmen.

In general, voting is universal, free, equal, direct and secret. Voting in Spain is not mandatory, therefore sanctions are not imposed on those who do not vote, even though they have previously declared their desire to do so.

Voting is performed in Polling Stations (Colegios Electorales), which in turn are composed of Sections and Tables (Sección and Mesa).

On the day of voting, voters should go to the Polling Station, Station and Table indicated to them on their voting card between 9am and 8pm.

The polling card is a document showing the current information listed on the Electoral Roll and identifying the Section and Table for each voter. It is important to note that this polling card does not identify the voter. Voters must therefore use one of the documents, which must be original, that is indicated in electoral legislation:
*Identity card

Lots of people are asking "Why should I vote?" and there are a number of reasons why voting is important.

The truth of the matter is simple........ when you don't vote, you let others speak for you.

We are fortunate to have fair and democratic methods in place for the selecting of political representation. To not take part in the process, or to feel like our opinion doesn't matter, would be to waste the incredible power that we posess.

The power of a single vote is staggering. It is our right to stand up and be counted, and the way to do so is by casting our ballot.

To vote is to: -

Speak your mind
To make politicians listen
For your children
For your community
For yourself
To honor history
To control your future
To stop something
To start something
To win

Anyone that is interested in short mat bowls should go along to the Sociedad in Tias next Thursday 19th May 2011, as they are having their first meet there.

If you would like any further information please contact Shirley Saunders on 928 515 221 or email shirleyasaunders@live.co.uk

Great news everyone! As you will know the previous Lanzarote Rocks was rained off at 8pm, when the heavens opened, leaving a lot of people disappointed, but the good news is that we have been given a new date to hold it - Saturday 18th June.

Keep your eyes on the website as we will be publishing all of the details such as the line up a little closer to the time.

We are still supporting the same charities - Calor y Cafe, Caritas, Tinguafaya, AFOL and PDC Football Club (with the youth development programme).

Don't forget - all of the raffle tickets that were purchased at the last event will be valid for the followig event.

See you there!

The Lanzarote Cricket Association are holding The Junior Cricket Festival on Sunday 15th May in the footbal ground in Puerto del Carmen.

It will be a great day out with prizes and fun for the kids as well as a free barbecue for all participants and their parents

It starts at 11am and kicks off with a warm up for all of the particpants then follows with the cricket activities: - fieding games, capture the flag, target throwing, longest throw, batting and bowling coaching. The day is due to finish with the presentatio of awards and prizes at 2pm.

The festival is open to everyone - boys and girls, so tell all of your friends! Participants must be between 5-16 years old.