Day:170, Words:170

The relatively 'Big Time' investor who put Øksfjord on the tourist map is in big trouble with the tax department. It appears that Mr Syversen now owes more than 50 million kroner to the Norwegian government. The misunderstanding concerns certain tax rules and the definition of 'residing' in Cyprus. The invester has an interest in a range of local businesses, including the hotel and the successful sea fishing tourist company. Øksfjordians might have to travel further next winter for their downhill skiing and snowboard thrills. The local alpine centre in Alta has felt the brunt of the European financial crisis and is on the verge of bankruptcy. The only hope is that someone from the private sector knocks on the door with a load of cash. I wonder if Mr Syversen is looking for work! On a positive note, the days are warm, the rain has stayed away, the grass is green, the fjord is flat, the boat is ready and holidays are just around the corner. Life is good.