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August 4, 2007

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David Carey

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Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Annual Picnic

By Carol Hanna

The Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Resort (RSC) enjoyed its Annual Employee and Family Picnic on Thursday evening, July 26. Our chosen venue was the Kalani Kai Bar and Grill at our sister property, the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort. The setting, service, and food couldn’t have been better!

Sports Day at theOutrigger on the Lagoon- Fiji

By Una Murray and Jane Turaga

The first-ever Staff Sports Day in the history of the Outrigger on the Lagoon – Fiji (FOR) was held on July 20. The day started off with General Manager Darren Shaw thanking the familia for giving their free time to take part in this exciting event and the Sports Day Committee members for organizing it. Committee Chairman Jacob Pau’u thanked the management of the FOR for hosting the event, which not only allowed the staff to share the Outrigger Bula Spirit with each other, but also fostered the spirit of teamwork.

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Outrigger “Ups” the Pace Down Under

By David Carey(Dr. Richard Kelley is travelling.

His column will return on August 18.)

It was just a week ago that I had the pleasure of announcing Outrigger’s selection to manage the deluxe Viridian Resort & Spa, to be built in the resort town of Noosa, Australia. At that time, I indicated a second Australia announcement would be forthcoming, and here it is. Outrigger Hotels & Resorts Australia has entered into an agreement with the Twin Towns Services Club on the Queensland-New South Wales border, to manage its 343 rooms and suites.

Rooms at the Twin Towns Services Center enjoy gorgeous ocean views

Lusiana Vakabua of the Yellow Team won the Single Women Kayak event

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Saturday Briefing is published by and for employees of Outrigger Enterprises Group.

Editor-In-Chief: Richard Kelley Senior Editor: Marie Casciato Assistant Editor: Lehua Kala`i Contributing Writers: Employees of Outrigger Enterprises Group

Visit us online at: www.outrigger.com/sb or www.ohanahotels.com/sbSubmit suggestions, comments, and news tidbits to Marie Casciato at

[email protected] or via interoffice mail to OEH/Executive Office, or contact her at (808) 921-6601.

© 2007 Outrigger Hotels Hawaii An Equal Opportunity Employer

Happy Birthday!Aug 20: Luis B. Celeregia, Rosalinda Oraa, Kathleen K. Copp, Elman N. Pagaduan, Lorraine M. Lum, Bryan V. Tumacder, Dawn A. Yonamine, David T. W. S. Nishi, and Summer L. Flores.

Aug 21: Juana S. Guzman and Visitacion V. Blaine.

Aug 22: Dawn A. Takamoto, Dana M. Leoneza, Ka-Wan L. Fong, and Chih Chuan Kuan.

Aug 23: Philip C. Milana Jr., Valeriana L. Bonilla, Glenn P. Vergara, Conchita C. Matsumoto, Chiu Tai C. Wong, Hung Da Ngo, Kathleen Oyadomari, Peter Starkey Jr., Cliff Angelias, Wesley C. Ansai, Clarence H. Aki, Un Ha L. Zheng, and Benecio L. Somera.

Aug 24: Reynaldo C. Gamboa and Sany Lyn F. Ibanez.

Aug 25: Mei Ying Gong, Kyong Sook Lee, Dale N. Ho, Felix A. Ferrer, Mercedes E. Lanza, Eric I. Matsumoto, Karen K. Y. Wu, Rosemary J. Klopp, and Marcelo C. Halog Jr.

Aug 26: Helina W. Y. Wong, Tracy K. David, Calvin T. Jacobs, Yuk Hong Lee, Dean K. Hashimoto, and Gordon Y. Yoshihara.

Political FundraisersBy Lehua Kala‘i

If you are interested in obtaining information regarding Hawaii politics, call the OHH PAC Hotline at 921-6660 and leave a message on the recorder.

Tuesday, August 14Council Member Ann Kobayashi

District 5 – A portion of Kapahulu and Kaimuki, Palolo Valley, St. Louis Heights, Manoa, Moiliili, McCully, Kakaako,

and a portion of Ala Moana, and Makiki5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Japanese Cultural Center of HawaiiManoa Grand Ballroom

2454 South Beretania Street

Employment Opportunities

If you are interested in the positions listed below and meet the qualifications, please submit an in-house application obtained from your Supervisor or Human Resources. If you have any questions, please call Eric Ishikawa at (808) 921-6989. Application deadline for the following positions is August 10, 2007.

Guest Service Manager (Full Time)A minimum of two years Front Desk experience required. Must possess excellent customer service and communication skills and be able to work flexible shifts and days.

Accountant (Full Time)Will assist in all aspects of general accounting functions. Must have excellent communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and have 10-key by touch skills. Experience in accounting preferred.

Housekeeper I – Public Area (Full Time)

Must be able to handle heavy machinery and be flexible to work any shift and day. Experience in cleaning public areas preferred.

Senior Sales Manager (Full Time)A minimum of two years in hotel sales required and must be willing to travel on a regular basis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential. Experience in Delphi a plus.

Staff Accountant – Investor Services(Full Time)

A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field required. Must have a good grasp of accounting concepts and experience preparing financial statements and bank reconciliations. Must have strong organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. Tax return preparation experience for individual and trust returns a plus.

Outrigger Kiahuna PlantationHouseperson (Full Time)

Must be able to handle heavy machinery and be flexible to work any shift and day. Experience in cleaning public areas preferred. Interested applicants may fax their in-house application to (808) 742-9015.

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The resort’s staff was divided into four teams: Team Blue (Food & Beverage, Kitchen), Team Green (Housekeeping), Team Red (Human Resources, Engineering, Activities, and Bebe Spa), and Team Yellow (Front Office, Security, Sales, and Finance). Each competed in various land and water events. This competition was not only a day of fun, but also the “trials” for the upcoming Annual Sigatoka Bilibili (Bamboo) Boat Race. The race, comprised of 19 separate events, is held on Fiji Day in October, and all the resorts and hotels on the Coral Coast and Denarau Island in Nadi take part. The FOR participates in this event every year, and the Staff Sports Day helped select the team members who will be representing the FOR at the annual race. The preparation for the Sports Day had been going on for months, and it proved really worthwhile, because at the end of the day, everyone went home with a smile and cherished memories. With the theme “Sharing the Bula Spirit,” the Outrigger on the Lagoon - Fiji was able to prove to the world that the Bula Spirit is alive in all of us, and we are still the best when it comes to Fijian hospitality.

Adi Siteri Vidovi and Alumita Vinatu of the Green Team geared up for the Egg Throwing event by donning their special

“egg suits”

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Back: Samisoni Manaiqoro, Tomu Jani, Emori Rokodelana, Kelera Vusonitokalau, and Jim Nailiko Front: Elenoa Basiyalo, Iliseva Naibiri, Tepola Natadra, and Salote Moceiwaiyevo

Standing: Adi Siteri and Marika SeavouSitting: Vatelina Natadra, Anaseini Navue, Lotaimi Naisulinibawa, and Ulamila Bali

Jacob Pau’u, Matai Nabitu, Wiliam Saukalou, Tomasi Turukawa, Kinijoji Sarai, and Isoa Vatuniqere

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The Red Team tests their strength in the Tug of War eventThe Blue Team competed in and won the Boardwalk event

The Green Team gives it their best during the Tunnel Ball event

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The Yellow Team - Abhilash Sharma, Kelera Ganilau, Mala Kaunicoro,Penaia Ratu, Sunia Ratu, Malakai Tabakaucoro, Rupeni Nainima,

Seini Ratu, and Salote Steele

Back: Jacob Pau’u, Lorima Duwaka, Penaia Ratu, Manoa Tuiloma,Liku Galala, Abhilash Sharma, and Tomu Jani

Front: Inspector Bal Ram

Tomu Jani and Anaseini Navue compete in the Waiter & Waitress Relay

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The Blue Team Cheering Squad Senijieli Vibose,

Salote Moceiwaiyevo, Mereiva Ridome, Tepola Natadra, Marika Namoce,

Apimeleki Ratubuli, Joana Nakuinilagi, and Camari Lagi

Sports Day Officials

Standing: Shalesh Naidu,

John Saininaivalu, Rajnesh Prasad,

Inosi Kuruisaqila, Elenoa Basiyalo,

General Manager Darren Shaw, Kinijioji Sarai, and Jacob Pau’u

Kneeling: Jim Nailiko,

Tepola Natadra, and Jane Turaga

Sitting: Timoci Vetuku



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Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Annual PicnicContinued from page 1

It was an evening of fun, food, games, and camaraderie that was enjoyed by all who attended. The kids really enjoyed the cotton candy and popcorn machines; the younger kids got a big kick from their fishing expeditions; while the older kids enjoyed the egg tossing and water balloon games. It was a wonderful fun-filled event, but most importantly, it was a time to show our appreciation to all the ‘ohana and thank them for all their hard work and commitment to excellence.

Carol Hanna has fun with silly string

Jenny Jennings and her new baby boy DJ

Kani Copp whips up a cotton candy

The onolicious buffet was enjoyed by everyone

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Jack Hao, Rey Presiados, and Thelma Galigo compete in the “Swinging Donut” competition

Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Annual PicnicContinued from page 6

Kim Miranda (holding her grandson Kaipo‘i) and Gary Correia won the Egg Toss competition—they successfully “tossed” the egg

OVERHAND more than 75 feet!

Moments of AlohaOutrigger Condominium Collection and OHANA East“This letter of appreciation is written on behalf of the entire Department of Public Safety. It is to commend the Outrigger Hotels and Resorts Corporation for the timely and generous assistance in the aftermath of our recent tragedy involving the murder of our Deputy Sheriff, Daniel Sanchez. As you know, Deputy Sanchez is the young man who interceded in the attempted armed robbery of the Osake Sushi Bar by a gunman who entered the Sushi Bar firing a pistol. Deputy Sanchez stopped the robbery and shooting by taking down the robber, at the cost of his own life. Deputy Director of Law Enforcement, James Propotnick, has informed me that he placed a call to his friend, the Vice-President of the Condominium Division, Mr. Steve Winter asking whether it would be possible to make a room available to the mother of Officer Sanchez, Robina Browne, Our Department had just brought Mrs. Browne to Oahu, from the Big Island, to be with her son during his fight for life at the hospital. Mr. Winter, I am told, passed on the request to you [Barry Wallace] and to the Manager of the Outrigger [OHANA] East Hotel, Shawn Usami, and within 15 minutes had a suite made ready for Mrs. Browne, at no cost to her. Mrs. Browne would have had a very difficult time in financing

the following one-week stay, had it not been for the help of Outrigger Hotels. It is this type of community concern that makes the officers under my command willing to serve the public, knowing that people do care, and show it by taking action. Outrigger Hotels and Resorts did just that, and again, you have our thanks and our gratitude.”Iwalani D. WhiteDepartment of Public SafetyHonolulu, HI

Outrigger Luana Waikiki“I just wanted to thank you for the excellent service I received at the Outrigger Luana Waikiki. My group arrived late (about 5 a.m.) and John [Jay] (the desk clerk) had everything ready for us. All we needed to do was give him our credit cards to process, which took about 30 seconds, and we were on our way to some much-needed rest. John even made little cards with the last names and room numbers of those in our group so we didn’t even have to spend time with that. Thanks again!”Kevin ConnollyVia email

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Outrigger’s agreement with Twin Towns Service Club is to manage the Harbour and Ocean Towers (pictured in the foreground)

Outrigger “Ups” the Pace Down UnderContinued from page 1

The agreement between Outrigger and Twin Towns includes our managing the four-and-a-half-star resort’s two highrise hotel towers – the 12-month-old Harbour Tower of 197 suites and the original Ocean Tower with 116 hotel rooms and approximately 30 suites. A $1 million (AUD $1.2 million) refurbishment of the Ocean Tower is to take place following the area’s high season. Located at the twin towns of Coolangatta and Tweed Heads, astride the border of Queensland and New South Wales, the resort is only a few minutes walk from Coolangatta Beach and the Tweed River and the area’s many visitor attractions and charter boat operators. Cliff Olson, Outrigger’s Vice President of Operations for Australia, says Twin Towns is undoubtedly the Tweed’s most recognized leisure and entertainment landmark and has built a very solid following over the years. Pending approval by members and owners, Outrigger will assume management of the resort’s Harbour and Ocean Towers beginning November 1. Twin Towns Services Club’s gaming, entertainment, conference and food and beverage facilities will stay under the Club’s control. General Manager of Twin Towns Services Club, Rob Smith, said the Club was seeking the expertise of a recognized global hotel group such as Outrigger to focus its efforts on the project’s accommodation operations. Our previous operations at large-scale resorts in Coolangatta and on the Tweed Coast, combined with our proven performance, were key factors in the Club’s board recommending Outrigger. We certainly know the area. Twin Towns Resort is literally a five-minute drive from the properties we had previously opened and successfully managed (Outrigger on the Beach at Salt and Outrigger Coolangatta Beach Resort), and we will be tapping

into our previous sales and marketing networks and databases to build on Twin Towns’ great name and reputation. Just a 10-minute drive from Gold Coast Airport, which is experiencing considerable growth, we will use our marketing networks and industry partners to bring more visitors to this beautiful part of Australia that is a tried and proven holiday playground for both domestic and international vacationers. This week’s agreement heralds a busy period for Outrigger’s Australian operations, with further resort signings expected within the next six months, plus the new five-star Outrigger O-CE-N Bali Resort scheduled to open this December. Mahalo to Cliff Olson and his team for their non-stop efforts on behalf of the company, as they work hard to grow the Outrigger brand “Down Under.”

CoolangattaTweed Heads

Twin Towns Services Club is located in the twin towns of Coolangatta and Tweed Heads on the Queensland-New South Wales border

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