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MANY people either look forward to the festive pe riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc tober, while others are left running for the hills to avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season. As we get ready to wind down and take a breath er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful reasons to celebrate the year that was. Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would not be very festive at all. The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year and has shared some truly remarkable memories with you. We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting wonderful individuals who are slowly changing their communities one step at a time to covering campaigns that shows a proactive community who are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. To those people who are continuously going the

extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto ries. This year South Africans voted hoping for the best – many are now glued to the parliament ses sion coverage because you never know what to ex pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the byelections and once again, hoping for positive change. We know we live in a beautiful city and another reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the world. The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and breathtaking skyline together with a host of won derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of South Africa. After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by a South African.

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However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our

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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ble women who continue to make a difference to the countries they live in and the world. South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy. It’s been a year since his death and many ques tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. Many believe his spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba magic’. Clearly South Africans will continue to make great strides despite the negative news that some times comes to the fore. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.

Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime

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Sailors’ Society provides smooth sailing >> Organisation first got involved in assisting crews in Somalia in 2009 TANIA SANDBERG

HE International Sailors’ Society provides trauma counselling for piracy victims, visits the crew on merchant ships and seafarers stranded in hospital or prison. The society also comforts the bereaved and assists arrested as well as abandoned crews. It has been improving the lives of seafarers and their families for the past 139 years. At the helm of the Sailors’ Society in South Africa is Reverend J.D. “Boet” van Schalkwyk, also pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Athlone Park, Amanzimtoti. Along with his wife Linda, he joined the Sailors’ Society in 2002. “Our chaplains visit hundreds of ships each year and are often the first to notice when all is not well on board,” Van Schalkwyk said. The organisation first got involved in assisting crews whose ships had been pirated in Somalia in 2009. At that time crews were held for up to 11 months by Somali pirates, and sadly a small number of seafarers are still held captive in an unknown location on the Somalian main land. “Last year thankfully, there were no attacks on cargo ships in Somalia. Most shipping companies now employ very effective guards and a shipping channel was established to reduce this threat, with the navy also standing by to assist. At the moment it is mostly fishing vessels that are being attacked - however, the threat is by no means over. To date our chaplains have responded to four crews (82 seafarers) hijacked by pirates in this region,” he said. In Nigeria and the Gulf of Guinea area a different scenario exists. So far this year there have been 98 incidents reported (consisting of pursuit and attempted boardings, actual boardings and robbery, attempted hijacking and at least three successful hijackings) and it is estimated that this may be only 30% of the total. The Sailors’ Society’s response to assist and care for seafarers who have been traumatised as a result of being captured and abused by these pirates, was to establish a crisis response centre in Durban between 2010 and 2015 under the direction of Van Schalkwyk. A cluster of chaplains, trained in

critical incident stress management this new location, normally in a reand traumatic incident reduction, is mote part of the country and difficult now positioned in our ports in South to approach by land, ransom negotiaAfrica, Mozambique, Reunion, Mada- tions are conducted. gascar and Ghana to cover the sub-Sa“A new disturbing factor for us was hara region. These chaplains have the announcement by pirates that if inbeen drawn from the Sailors’ Society, formation was sent out regarding their Apostleship of the Sea, Christelike identification, location or details of the Seemans Organisasie, Biblia, and Mis- ransom amount, they would respond sion to Seafarers. by harming the negotiators or the seaThe Crisis Response Centre oper- farers or their families - we are thereates on a 24/7 stand-by basis and is fore implementing different, safer ready to respond to any piracy, ship- strategies to overcome this issue,” Rev ping disaster, medical emergency, Van Schalkwyk explained. abandonment or ship arrest situation. In the last three months, the CRC In piracy situations, once the ransom has also attended to vessels either arhas been paid, the pirates leave the rested or in difficulty in the ports of scene, and this gives our chaplains the Maptuo, Algiers and Durban where isfirst opportunity to be flown in to assist sues were resolved. the traumatised crew. They commonly “The Sailors’ Society further ensuffer from having been exposed to hances the well-being of seafarers by constant threats of death and demean- visiting ships in ports around the ing treatment resulting in a loss of con- southern Afrifidence, self worth and hope. Often can Seaboard physical abuse is also experienced. and in SeafarRecently Reverend Van Schalkwyk ers’ Centres. and Father Tembi responded to a call Here the crews to assist 11 imprisoned seafarers in have access to Nigeria who had been arrested after practical help their vessel the MT Maro had suffered and welfare, engine failure and drifted into Nigeri- pastoral and an waters. It was established that the spiritual supseafarers had been there for over a port and techyear and when the chaplains arrived nology; putting in Yenagoa they discovered there was them in contact actually a total of 38 seafarers from with their famifour different vessels in the prison, and lies and a space were given immediate clearance to for recreational counsel and assist all. It is pleasing to activities,” Van report that at this time the MT Maro Schalkwyk said. crew have been released and are safe“Our services ly with their families in India where they are receiving follow up care from the Sailors’ Society Chaplains there. Because of more efficient na‘Our val operations in the area and chaplains the drastic drop in the oil price, the pirates recently visit hundreds changed their modus operandi from boarding oil of ships each tankers, capturing the year and are crew and pumping the oil ashore whilst carryoften the first to ing out ransom negotianotice when all tions, to high jacking the captain, chief officer and is not well on three crew and then smashing the navigation board’ equipment, prior to leaving the vessel, and holding the captured seafarers at a hide out ashore. From

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>> Project has grown and is now supplying sandwiches to four schools and two crèches DESPITE more than 1000 motorcyclists de scending on Amanzimtoti last weekend, residents appeared unaware that the area hosted visitors from as far afield as the Western, North and Eastern Cape, Mpuma langa, Limpopo and Gauteng. “The local hospitality industry con firmed major capital expenditure, while guests were also complimented on excel lent discipline. “This was despite the local motorcycle fraternity organising committee conveying apologies for any excessive noise along Beach and Andrew Zondo roads, due to ac tions of a few overenthusiastic individu als,” said Councillor André Beetge. This is the third event in KZN, yet so well received that it was unanimously decided to retain the Amanzimtoti venue for 2017. “Unfortunately, the weekend was also marked by tragedy when a visitor to the event from Thabazimbi was killed after he lost control of his Toyota Hilux between Lower Illovo and the R603 on Saturday morning no other vehicles were involved,” Beetge said. In related news, more than 100 bikers participated in a mass ride from Seadoone Mall to Warner Beach on Saturday morning as a final tribute to biker legend Henry “Pops” Donovan who died in his sleep on 19 September. The service was conducted by Pastor Christiaan Brandenburg from Chris tian Motorcycle Association from St Wini fred Methodist Church. Supplied.

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N April Kingsway Church International joined forces with The Domino Foundation to provide sandwiches to pupils whose family cannot afford to give them lunch, so they go to school hungry. The project has grown quickly significantly and is now supplying sandwiches to four schools and two crèches in the area. To date 6 500 sandwiches have been distributed to schools as well as 30 relief hampers to families in crisis. A team effort from Curro Embury College Interact Club gave the project a boost on Monday, 19 September when the club visited The Domino Foundation-KCI kitchen and donated peanut butter, mayonnaise and canned food for relief hampers for the disadvantaged children during holidays. The 18 children from the interact club were inspired when they saw The Domino Foundation-KCI team working and assisted them in making and packing sandwiches. They made nearly 200 sandwiches in all. Teacher and project co-ordinator, Pieter Rittles said they started the interact club in July and 45 children from Grade 8 to Grade 10 participate. There are four teachers involved Urmilla Moodley, Mili Kapp, Norman Miller and Rittles. Kapp nominated the Domino Foundation-KCI. “There are four committee members and each have a turn to come up with an idea, which includes food

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drives, blanket drives and jumbo clothes drives,” Rittles said. “As a club, we are going out on food drivers to donate food to different organisations. We are linked to Rotary Durban North and the idea behind the club is to give the children the opportunity to realise they can play an important role in the life of other people,” he said. The teacher said the club also goes to special schools to assist children with disabilities. “Our first food drive was in Windermere Mall and I want like to thank everybody who donated to those drives and to The Domino Foundation and KCI. “We are planning to do at least two

food drives a month to several organisations,” Rittles said. “It makes one feel good helping in this way and it is a great way to build team work. We are happy to see the children’s faces and to know we can make a difference. Every little bit helps. “We realised just how privileged we are to get lunch every day and money for tuck. Food is so important, especially for children without families to provide for them. It opened up our hearts towards others and our view towards life,” said club vicepresident Roxanne Conacher and committee leaders making sandwiches, Ayabulela Mathe, Alwande Ncube and Tyra Allers said.

Cheryl Dann, The Domino Foundation Toti project co-ordinator said: “It is just so awesome to see children involved in helping vulnerable children through the feeding schemes and to see their enthusiasm in looking after the disadvantaged community. “This is what it’s all about. A huge thank you to Curro Embury for the donation of 20gs of peanut butter and 20gs of mayonnaise as well as nonperishables for the feeding scheme – we would not be able to do this work without people like you.” For more information on the interact club “like” the Curro Embury Facebook page or contact Cheryl at the Domino-KCI kitchen on 031 903 8331.

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Curro Embury teacher Pieter Rittles (front, left) with the Interact Club pupils and Cheryl Dann (right) from The Domino Foundation.

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Pensioners spoilt on Wednesdays TANIA SANDBERG Tania.Sandberg@media24.com AGE does not bring with it many benefits, but one of the benefits certainly is pensioner discounts and special events.

Game in Galleria wanted to give back to the community, specifically the elderly and recently launched their Pensioners’ Day initiative on Wednesdays. “We started this initiative by giving pensioners spending R1 500 or more, a R150 [10%] discount on Wednesdays. We set up a picnic area where we serve biscuits and hot beverages to our pensioners and hope to build on this initiative,” Game store manager, Mannie Chetty, said. “This is a great initiative, we enjoyed our tea and have the opportunity of meeting new friends. “The Game staff painted my nails and we could leisurely read the paper,” Maureen Alleaune said. Her husband, Guy said: “I really enjoyed this experience, and will definitely come again.”

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Guy and Mau reen Alleaune enjoy a cup of tea at Game on Pensioner’s Day. PHOTO: TANIA SANDBERG

Affordable living for pensioners a reality TANIA SANDBERG

S the cost of living continues to climb, some have learnt to do without many home comforts. Certainly the highest living costs include rent or bond, and meals. Maintaining a reasonable living standard has become increasingly difficult for the working class, but even more so for the retired. A sure way of combating high living costs has now become an option to pensioners in our area, as One Stop Retirement Village now offers assisted living at R1 400 per person, per month. These fees include rental, three meals daily and a laundry service. Manager, Neil Kistnasamy, said while it is communal living to some extent, husbands and wives can be accommodated in one room, while others can share two to four people per room. There are two doctors on the premises. One lives on the premises and is on call 24 hours, while the other, Dr E.J. Barnard has a practice at Unit 4 Cathmor Court, Doonside, offering consultations at reasonable rates, and also does scripts. The retirement village also has three staff nurses and seven caregivers. Kistnasamy, who took over the management a year ago, said they have 30 residents and still have 60 spaces available. They would like to fill up the rooms in order to turn it into a thriving business and so they can do more for charity. Giving them their full backing, Amanzimtoti Cares has recently

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Waiting to assist the community, One Stop Retirement Village staff (from left) Nasmin Singh, Mandy Slabbert and Neil Kistnasamy (manager). moved to One Stop Retirement Village and the two organisations now work together. “We give Amanzimtoti Cares free rent and assist families in crisis with a temporary place to stay on a separate level, and they assist us with food,” Kistnasamy said. Currently the business is in need of beds. “We have mostly hospital beds and the old people prefer lower beds, so we would really appreciate it if the community could sponsor beds, or even are willing to exchange a normal bed for a hospital bed,” Kistnasamy said. They are also hoping for assistance with a sponsored vehicle to drive the residents to the clinic and to the local shopping malls. They are in the process of creating a library and a playroom for children. “There are now seven children living on the premises with their families

in crisis. We identified a need for a place where they can study and thought a library would be great,” Kistnasamy added. “We would also like to set up a games room for the children. A family member of one of our residents offered us a table with benches for the children and we hope to introduce music and TV games. Any furniture donations would be deeply appreciated. Amanzimtoti Cares has assisted us with furniture on a loan basis,” he said. Most recently they assisted a family, who has three daughters aged three, five and seven. The children were sleeping on the base of the bed and sharing one blanket, while the parents slept on the mattress on the floor and the grandparent on the sofa. For further information contact One Stop Retirement Village on 031 811 9039.

Welfare’s year under review >> Organisation maintains high standards TANIA SANDBERG

INGSBURGH Child and Family Welfare Society maintained their high standard of service, said senior social worker, Sandra Govender at her social worker’s report at the AGM on Monday, 12 September. “Child welfare is a field of practice that has evolved out of providing specialised social services for children and their families. It is concerned with preservation of the family unit.

The areas of assistance focused on crisis intervention, supportive counselling, as a means of intervention to address the lack of coping mechanism within families.” The following problems were addressed during the year under review - unemployment, low income and poverty, family violence, child abuse and neglect, alcohol and drug dependency, single parenthood and unmarried motherhood, HIV/Aids – counselling and assistance with grant applications.

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At the Kingsburgh annual general meeting on 12 September (from left) Phyllis Gardiner (vicechairlady), Jenny Smith (chairlady), Nomali Msomi (community liaison officer, Accasia) and Sandra Govender (social worker).

“In the year under review we saw significant development at society as we placed emphasis on community development programmes. This was made possible by generous funding from AECI,” Govender said. The following community development projects were undertaking during the year under review: • Child protection programmes: the aim is to decrease the number of children at risk and to encourage early childhood development centres to work with social welfare. • Crèche development workshops were held, aimed at providing early childhood development centres to improve the quality of care provided to children. This included First Aid Level 1. Training was provided to 46 teachers and crèche personnel. Training entailed CPR for babies and children and how to deal with medical emergencies related to children, such as epilepsy, asthma as well as fire and safety training. Nutrition development: a nutrition programme was conducted together with Kingsburgh Clinic, the aim was to provide ECD centres with skills and information on health and nutrition. • Life skills programme – a training programme that entailed stress management, a workshop helped to indirectly reach approximately 3 500 people, and a positive parenting programme. • HIV/Aids training programmes: this was aimed at creating awareness about the HIV/Aids virus, Bobbi Bear assisted us with an Edutoy presentation to help teach children about the virus using toys. • Domestic violence and victim empowerment programme to raise awareness about domestic violence and empower women or men who have been abused or affected by it. • July holiday programme: last year the society took 47 children to Tala Game Reserve.

Service awards for Cansa volunteers TANIA SANDBERG THIS year marks the 85th anniversary of the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa). At a special staff and volunteer award ceremony in Durban on Tuesday, 13 Sep tember three members from the Aman zimtoti Cancer Support Group were pre sented with silver awards in recognition of outstanding performance in their re spective categories Bryan Wiggill was awarded for Patient care, Errol and Shar onAnn Theron as local Cansa ambassa dors and as a whole, the Amanzimtoti group in the Support Groups category. “On behalf of members of the Aman zimtoti cancer group we thank the Cancer Association for acknowledging the work we do at their 2016 annual awards cere mony, we could not have done so without your support,” SharonAnn said. She said cancer groups provide com fort and emotional support for cancer

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Opposition not This weekCommunity in conversation serving O N L I N E the people Tough times A number of reasons to celebrate

increase, workers are going to demand higher salaries, which will lead to decreased productivity THE common sentiment ex- as they engage in industrial action. MANY people either look forward to the festive pe extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the pressed by the government is that The impact of the drought will riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto weekend and now features in a long list of remarka consumers need toble women who continue to make a difference to tighten their compound rising prices. And the tober, while others are left running for the hills to ries. as the economy goes volatility of theworld. rand has become a avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes the season. This year South Africans voted hoping for the the countries live in and the HAVE youwith noticed how some people can Of course,belts you have to get out of bed andintothey Itais merely an inspiration to seek the goodchallenging point due to dubious As we get ready to tell wind you down something and take a breath best – many are now glued to the parliament ses South Africans also took time through out the about an everyday go for the walk if you wantpatch. the experience. ness major that istalking in the world to seek the newbudget speech, made by theall. president. er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful sion coverage because you never know what to ex event and make it so exciting that you want A sunrise on TVIn just his doesn’t haveyear to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit the same the ness decisions that is available to us We tend to EREND REV finance minister highlighted a Thewhere Hawks and Minister of reasons to celebrate the year that was. pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the to fulfill his legacy. to do it too, and other people can make an effect. To enjoy the good things in life it forget that our focus is determines W E R D N A O not tell me you are a better their five- percent increase. exciting thing people who gave you your job. range of commodity price increasPolice, Nathi Nhleko, seem to be Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights byelections and once again, hoping for positive It’s been a year since his death and many ques dull? takes some effort, some focus. It does help how we see the world. ING parties) AN option than the ANC. Do not tell You allM(opposition so easy to show how many jobs, es. As the target of the gov- We intensifying their bid that to extract as wN ell (no pun on the wvoted ord ‘lights’), bItut istthat hat won ould change. tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri Sadly, I think the whole I manto focus on the problems if you range can’t appreneed to be reminded the world the people of South Africa to against Zuma’s increase of approxischool, RDP houses, etc., can be creaternment’s three to six percent information about an alleged not be very festive at all. We know we live in a beautiful city and another cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities age to achieve the latter too often. Why is ciate the good things. is worth saving, the world is worth keepvote for you because you will change mately R120 000, but howthat? many edwe or lose builtour with Zuma’s salary or theIf you have inflation margin are is exceeded, “rogue unit” that was inhis SARS.in. As The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been more ing united than ever. Many Why do youthful enthusino appreciation fornow anyclean, the world isbelieve worth living it for the better. Do not tell me you care South Africans know of the Nkandla costs, but voted what about you,thing, the Seven interest rates are even going rise to Consumers brace and has shared some truly remarkable memories an one official new City of the spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba asmfive for simple things? I love it when you’llWonder never be satisfied ifto you soiled and broken asmust life is, it is themworth it, for the poor and unemployed of this percent increase you all got? The five inflationfor. under control. because selves forisfurther with you. world. magic’. of my son’sopposition? tells me about a new discovery get what youbring are fighting there more todevaluation it than meetsofthe country, because you are lying. percent increase for all MPs he’s equals Arechild you truly there for of the people ofLife National Energy Regulator the rand the rift to between We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting The picturesque beaches, hills andbut Clearly will ifcontinue make Tom made. Every in the history huis full rolling ofThe challenges, it is only South eye.Africans The reason why South Africa is in about R18,6wonderful million - that is excluding or justbreathtaking skyline together with a host of won there to tellitus how ofthe South Africa hasbattles allowed Eskom What Moyane and Pravin Gordhan lefton, individuals who are slowly changing great strides despite the negative news that some manity hasSouth doneAfrica the same, but when when we seek joys that the are wonders are you missingisout this economic, social and moral crisis MPLs, city their communities one step at a time to covering councillors and mayors, bad the ANC is. If you really want to to increase electricity tariffs by to simmer without constructive derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of times comes to the fore. happens to them when it’s personal, it is worth fighting. It is only when we have what joys are you denying yourself, what is because most of our public repre- and if you campaigns that shows a proactive community who are a chairperson of a and work forand thethey people, you will take your an above-inflation increase intervention South Africa. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli exciting new delight in it. hope that it 9,4%, is productive to get into the activities actually soon. make you a better perNews sentatives (opposition included) are committee, are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. you get even more. I want salary increase and put it back into the that is going to eat into the After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea to retain that youthfulness, I fray. Unless we fighting for good, we have son? I think we could all do our bit to make -Don’t be a victim of crime this festive season part of the problem. Yes, I am angry, Do you really work for the people? community you serve. income of consumers. SURUJPAL To those people who are continuously going the a good South thing African. no legitimatedisposable son and here’s ourselves to welcoming 2015 loveable in VIJAY style. neighbour. to rekindle a joy in every claim for our cause. a more -IChristmas centrepieces kidssaddened can make by How can we rebuild Mzansi ifwant am very angry, but more you do When you chose to become a public As commodity prices begin to Phoenixthis that there is right here, in our ordinary Too often we get too bogged down to see My challenge to the community -Think when buying Christmas gift the fact that whilea we put our trust in not represent the people? you the didsunrise it because clearly you day. I wantrepresentative, to get excited about the battle becomes the purpose month is simple, “look for something to -Mobile hospitals out these people toroll represent us they do Your salary increase in total wanted to serve people of Southand Af- not the means to an end. And that celebrate, to delight in to give you joy, look again,isI want to delight inthe simple things, -KZN’s tightjust security not, they takeplans care of their own about 155 times more than and Zuma’s rica, not forofthe If be youredid itcauses for amid the turmoil ourmoney. country us to be destructive and when we for the good in others and in yourself”. personalsweeps survival. increase. Have public representatives the money then your heart is in the -Measles across South Africa minded that life is good, and we can be no- are destructive we alienate ourselves Criticism and condemnation is easy, All four of the biggest opposition thought about what they can do wrong place.Down I willcontinues end with - batho to some our communities. communities. A sunrise own challenges this year, we enter 2015 blewith and pure of heart. here atthis thedestroy within ourofown is but only whenbut youasstart looking for good, parties inGalleries Parliament opposed Presi- their increase? pelefortunate — peopleinfirst. one we thing that continues to we renew our to youit.toAnd do our very Picture coast we are that However, a sunrise thewhat need. willpledge you notice if we all best look for it, dent Jacob Zuma’s If just the opposition used their stand is the of UpperisHightocareful continue to the most accurate, balCONSUMERS must foreindeed reaching the fair cashier. -Tis the season to besalary givingincrease and walk on the beach can provide allundefeated that. Butspirit even thethe sunrise not anbe end itself. and webewill change theand conversation. put up a big fight in Parliament last increase to help SA, it would amount IGOR SCHEURKOGEL way community. 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If He has so invited us would it He will minister to us Letters to the Editor in must be UK received by probano later than to Monday 4pm. Letters and emails should be addressed to The Editor and emailed to ucnews2@feveron line.co.za bly agonising over the Brexit decision, We look at have a crea- with knowledge and having hobbies not be a good idea for one church in evLetters they should have not be made, longer than 350 words. While are allowed, writers must still include their full names and contact details (which tor, will not be to which and wisely so. pseudonyms the great God, that enable us to meet other people ery town and city in this country to be published) or letters will not be printed. The Editor reserves the right to not run letters or to alter letters so they are legible. 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EVAMP your front door and make your home extraordinary. The front door of a home has become the focal point of an individual’s choice in decor and style. Visited by guests, the mail delivery guy and passersby, the front door can turn an ordinary home into an intriguing one. If you’re looking to revamp your exteriors, starting with the front door is a great idea. Here are some ideas to to customise the door according to your own taste and personality. Dutch door For a more contemporary spin on a classic design, go for something that is timeless, smooth and striking. The Dutch Door is a great addition to the home as the layout is very functional. It allows you to swing the top or bottom door open, without having to open both. This is a great investment for the arrival of Spring as it gives you the option to leave the top

part open to allow the breeze to circulate through the house, as well as open the door for the delivery person without holding the kids or pets back from getting outside.

customised with frosted glass to have a better level of privacy. Adding charm and character to a space instantly, this front door design will leave a lasting first impression with guests.

Glass Art door Glass Art door designs incorporate shapes, colours and artistry to the front of the house. There are a variety of options to choose from when it comes to the design: these custom works of art are handcrafted by skilled glass artisans and can be carved, stained or etched to the homeowner’s liking. The great thing about many of these designs is that you can see out, but passersby can’t see in.

Iron door If you’re looking to build a door that lasts a lifetime, the Iron Door is a great addition to the house. For a modern finish, wrought iron designs are sturdy and classic and accentuate the fine lines of geometry, which will simply never go out of style. For a more rustic look, combine texture with colour. The iron part of the door can either be structured around the frame or centred in the middle as a window to see outside. Any way you choose to change the look of your front door, ensure that the design and functionality fits to your personality. To turn your door into a piece of art, focus on three things - natural light, durability and style. - Women24

French door To tend to the dreamer in you, the French Door is a classic aesthetic inspired by Romantic country styled homes. Designed to let plenty of natural light in, the glass panes take up most of the length of the door - which can be

Make any room feel more spacious without spending any money DO you need more room, but can’t afford to move? Here’s how to give yourself more space, for free. All it takes to create a spacious home is some energy, time, a strong family member or friend, and your willingness to put some effort in. If you would like to any room to feel more spacious, here are some suggestions that could work. Upgrade the traffic flow in your home The way that you and your guests proceed through your house has a great effect on how roomy your home is. A mess won’t only annoy the people living in the space, but guests to your home too. No one wants to fumble over someone else’s mess. Now is the per fect time to take a few minutes to walk through your house and see if

the passages are open to walk freely or if they need to be navigated like a labyrinth. Watch out for wide tables and slim walkways. If you regularly knock something off its surface, it’s time to make an adjustment. Reposition the area for a more minimal look Your goal here is to get rid of the dense mood in the hallways and find equilibrium between light and heavy. Opt for placing singular pie ces of furniture in a minimal way in stead of cluttering them into one side of the room. This will open the space up to its natural light and the room will look more spacious. Exper iment with the visual aesthetic by mixing up textures and colours and placing them in different parts of a room to see what sequence works.

You should be able to scan the room and navigate your way through it in in a blink of an eye. Clear surfaces and floors by stor ing nondaily objects Declutter all the counters in the bathroom, kitchen and dining room. If you’re not using the blender, store it until you do. Those toiletries that only serve a function once a month can also be put in the cupboard. Think minimal and this will help find space. Clean those spots you keep for getting Think about the once upon a time white wall you had before the boyfriend, kids and pets. Try remem ber to clean the grease and marks in stead of just leaving it there to build up. This will make a huge difference to spaciousness. Women24.

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Vintage DIY décor ideas to create your personal feel PERSONALISE your home yourself in a fun and memorable way. The one of a kind furnishing of your choice as well as any collectibles can be pretty expensive, but you can save by creating vintage décor of your own. Avoid designs that have parts that are too hard to clean. There are tons of ideas you can find, all of them creative and unique in their own way. There are also plenty of projects that are rewarding, fun to work with and pretty easy to work on. You can turn the empty corners of a room into something beautiful with the use of a vintage style door plate wall. How - easy – all you need is to hang some vintage-looking plates on an old door of your choice. Choose some interesting ones with varying colors and motives to make for a nice, bright spot around your living room or dining room. Making your own crate boot rack

A boot rack can be made of crates, which is functional and pretty good looking, possesses a rustic charm of its own. To make it you will need to have crates, metal brackets, a drill and some casters and screws. You can combine as many crates as you feel necessary to make racks of your own. You can make your very own vintage looking wooden spools all for a pretty low price. You will need a three-foot long dowel rod, wood stain, a drill with a 3/8 inch bit, wood glue, a saw and some circle stamps. To finish them off you will need stamps from a craft closet, some bits of rope, ribbon, twine and a marker. All you really need to do to make this work is some acrylic shapes as well as clips that will give you a chance to use it in the most useful way possible. Hang your messages on it, clip them on after attaching it to a wall and it will have a chance at a new life. - Women24

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AMALINEE Primary’s Grade R to Grade 3 pupils recently participated in the Foundation Phase Inter-Class Elocution Competition. Kamalinee is proud to announce that the following pupils represented their class and were placed first - Litalia Deepchand (Grade R), Amahle Langa (Grade 1), Bradwyn Lutchman (Grade 2) and David Chateau (Grade 3). Well done to these hard-working pupils who will now represent Kamalinee Primary at the Foundation Phase Inter-School Elocution Competition. - Supplied.

Pupils tops in pronunciation competition

Participants (front, from left) Amahle Langa (Grade 1), David Chateau (Grade 3), Bradwyn Lutchman (Grade 2), Litalia Deep chand (Grade R), and (back, from left) Mrs J.A. Ramkelawon (Grade 1 teacher), Mrs F. Dildar (conven or), Mrs. H. Hemraj (Grade 3 teacher), Mrs. O. Govender (Grade 2 teacher) and Mrs. D. Nair (Grade R teacher). PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Doon Heights Primary School pupils with their certificates they received for tak ing part in the interschool quiz last Thursday PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Athlone Party Prima ry pupils (from left) DhiyaMishka Jagtee, Haylee Smart and Kristen Brown at the school’s spring dance. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Grade 6 pupils with their light houses they made for tech nology.

Gokul pupil runnerup in ‘passport’ competition

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Kuswag Skool se Graad 10 geskiedenisklas onder leiding van Hennie van Rooyen het soos elke jaar weer Erfenisdag gevier met die maak van heerlike potjiekos. Dit natuurlik nie sonder die nodige kleredrag en geskiedenisles om alles af te rond nie.

Gokul Primary School pupil, Pri yanka Maharaj, was the runnerup in the Grade 4 category in the eThekwini Mu nicipality Local His tory Museums Pass book Competition. This annual compe tition culminated in a grand presenta tion ceremony at Bergtheil Museum in Westville on Friday, 16 September. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Amanzimtoti Sports Centre Amanzimtoti Tennis Club news IT was a great weekend for tennis matches our 1st ladies drew against Midlands 1 and the 2nd la dies had a good 31 win against Stella 1. Our men’s team recorded a draw against Hillcrest 2 on Sunday morning. We have a couple of previously rained out matches to play and players will be contacted as soon as the schedule is finalised. Midweek ladies we will have our afterleague lunch on Wednes day 5 October at 11.30am for 12pm at Lords and Legends. Please note our development clinic is closed until schools reopen on 10 October. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

The team cleaned up the river bank at Hutchis on Park.

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Trail walkrun Amanzimtoti Sports Centre and Ward Events is hosting an evening with nature, family and friends. Get a group together and bring along the family, pack some headlamps and torches and join a fourkilometres and

eightkilometre trail walkrun. Enjoy a picnic at the Oval at Hutchison Park afterwards. Spot prizes and medals for the children, lots of fun and games on the field after your walk. For more details, call Cathy on 083 767 9471.

Amanzimtoti Junior Rugby Club To our champion U13B team con gratulations on winning the league. You guys played like champions. We all are very proud of you and well done to all the coaches as well. Your

team could not have done it with out your guidance. Also to all our U15 players that played for Harlequins, congratulations on winning your league. We are also proud of you guys.

Let’s fill their pantry An ASC initiative is to help collect food and other items for Bobbi Bear. ASC bought collection boxes to go in to each clubhouse in the park and re quests that members place items in the box. These items will then be given to Bobbi Bear, which is in desperate need of food items and toiletries for the children they assist. Currently most of their fundraising money goes into maintaining utility accounts, the building they are in as well as petrol, cellphones account, etc. They desperately need the basics

such as bread, margarine, jelly, cus tard, twominute noodles, jam, spa ghetti, biscuits and anything that chil dren like to eat. They also need to clothe and feed some children who were involved in traumatic incidents and are kept overnight. Toiletry items such as sanitary pads, Dettol, toothbrushes and tooth paste, tissues, nappies and Purity food is also needed. We have six clubhouses that will have the collection boxes strategically placed to be filled with items for Bobbi Bear: athletics, squash, bowls, tennis, rugby and soccer.

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ASC committee members Alan Coetzer, Craig Chamier, Des van der Merwe and a representative from Parks with the litter they cleared from the river banks at Hutchison Park after the recent floods caused a deluge of rubbish that was deposited all over the banks.

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What’s on in and around Amanzimtoti 16 October Goss & Balfe Sapphire Coast Marathon. This year’s marathon and half-marathon will be run and walked from Hutchison Park. Unfortunately, there will be no free train ride this year due to the floods in Amanzimtoti that has washed our railway line away in several places. Metro rail have informed us the repairs will take two to three months, however should it be repaired prior to the race we will include the free train ride to the start. Amanzimtoti AC apologises to athletes, but this is beyond our control and hopefully you will all join us once again in celebrating our 40th year of road running and race walking. The race will take place and the 21km will go out to Illovo and back and the 42km will go out to Ilfracombe and back to Hutchison Park. Athletes will receive a medal and the first 2 000 early bird entries a short sleeve T-shirt for the 21km and a long sleeve T-shirt for the 42km. The race is a Two Oceans and Comrades qualifier. For further details contact Amanzimtoti Athletic ClubDes van Merwe, email vandermerwedesmond@yahoo.com or phone 071 361 1578. 1 October Flower festival. The Anglican parishes of Church of the Good Shepherd and St Mary’s are

hosting a flower festival at St Mary’s, 157 Kingsway, Warner Beach from 8.30am to 3.30pm. Besides tea, scones and boerewors rolls which will be on sale, the Scouts will be selling indigenous trees. Everyone is invited to support this fund-raiser. 30 September to 2 October Third annual Mighty Men Conference with the theme “Restitution” will be hosted at Kuswag school grounds. Dad, when was the last time you gave your son a hug? Sons, when last did you tell your dad you loved him? We were created to walk in love. This is your opportunity to put the past behind you and learn to walk in love again. Let’s change so we can change communities. 8 October The ATKV Natalia annual Biltong Festival starts at 6pm. Tickets: 0 to three, R30, 4 to 12, R60, 13 - 18, R120, 19 to 64, R170, above 65, R110. Contact Kobus van der Walt on 082 410 1293 or Heilie van der Merwe 084 251 2459 for tickets. 12 October The Sector 2 Crime Forum will hold its AGM at the Warner Beach Senior Preparatory School at the senior campus. Proof of residence will be necessary for admission. The Sector 2 community (all welcome), including neighbour-

hood watch groups, business owners, leaders, forums and associations, to attend the monthly meeting on the first Wednesday night of every month at Warner Beach Preparatory School hall (senior campus), Kingsway, Warner Beach. Parking available at Bailey Lane. Meeting starts at 6pm and lasts an hour. The purpose of the Sector Crime Forum is to create a relationship between the Sector 2 community and The South African Police Service, in order to provide a personalised service in regard to sector policing and to work together in the fight against crime in our area. Sector 2 includes the following areas south of Seadoone roads and Boundary Lane: Doonside, Doonheights, Shulton Park, Kingsburgh West, Illovo Glen, Warner Beach, St Winifreds, Astra Park, Winklespruit and Illovo Beach. Our next meeting takes place on 6 October. For any reports or further information, email Warrant Officer Steven Whiley (Sector 2 Commander) totisector2@live.co. za To add a crime-related issue for discussion on the meeting agenda, email Peter Kemp (SCF2 secretary) pkpeterjkemp@gmail.com 30 September The Rotary Club of Amanzimtoti would like to invite all

people interested in supporting their community and would like to meet likeminded people, to join them at their monthly speakers evening. The first speakers’ evening will be held at 6pm for 6.30pm at the Amanzimtoti Country Club. The speaker will be Imtiaz Shaik from Old Mutual Wealth - the topic is “Inflation, Compounding and Solutions”. Cost of meal and free lucky draw ticket will be R50. For reservation contact president Aneska Dupont on 083 255 2588 or aneska@iafrica. com 2 October the Rhodesia Association of South Africa will be hosting John Edmond, the renowned song writer and singer from the days of Rhodesia at 11.30pm for 12pm. For a fun-filled afternoon of Music as a Barnyard Theatre type show at the Natal Mounted Rifles Dixie Adams Hall, corner of NMR Avenue and old Walter Gilbert Rd (opposite Moses Mabhida Stadium. Bring your a picnic basket. Bar facilities will be available at very reasonable prices, R100 per adult and R75 for pensioners. Seating is limited and booking is essential. Contact Jill de Beer on 083 449 8422 or 039 976 1028.

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HE Volvo XC90, which is the reigning WesBank / SAGMJ Car of the Year in South Africa, has been updated for 2017. Pilot Assist, fitted as standard for semi-autonomous driving, and PowerPulse diesel technology, for a lag-free diesel driving experience, are both now available in South Africa.

Pilot Assist now standard on all models In accordance with the forthcoming Volvo S90, the XC90 now features the latest version of Volvo’s Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving technology as standard on all models. Able to take control of acceleration, braking and steering at speeds up to 130 km/h, the

support system is designed to make the daily commute – or indeed a longer journey – more relaxing and enjoyable. The all-new XC90 pioneered the original Pilot Assist system which could be activated at speeds up to 50 km/h – making the typical South African traffic jam an absolute breeze and

New Alfa Romeo to make its SA debut THE Alfa Romeo brand continues to revitalise itself with the planned introduction of a number of new models. The eagerly anticipated Giulia makes its South African debut shortly reigniting the Alfisti passion in the country once again. But apart from this there are also a couple of other stylish Italian introductions that South Africans can look forward to. Following the international launch of the Giulia, the New Alfa Romeo Giulietta will be launched locally on 1 October 2016. The new unmistakable Alfa Romeo family design convention is definitely evident in the Giulietta. This is the new Alfa Romeo paradigm and ultimate expression of the meccanica delle emozioni – or mechanics of emo-

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tions – concept. The bold and sporty design is enhanced and embodied by several exterior style elements, such as the one-ofa-kind honeycomb grille and the new front bumper which recalls the shape of the legendary front trefoil. Similarly, the lettering of the name “Giulietta” and its position on the back wink to those of the Giulia. The new model also sports the refreshed logo, which has been modernised preserving the distinctive style elements which have made it an emblem known and cherished worldwide. Burnished headlights, new bumper inserts, oneof-a-kind alloy rims and new oblique tailpipes complete the new look. The line-up has been rationalised

and now features three trim levels - Giulietta, Giulietta Super and Giulietta Veloce. The Giulietta Veloce trim level – the sportiest of the line-up – is even bolder featuring new sports bumpers with Alfa Red profiles, new carbon look headlights, glossy anthracite accents on the mirrors, door handles and on the grille and fog light surrounds. The exclusive sporty outfit is mirrored by an exclusive interior design ambience packed with premium quality accents. On the inside, the Giulietta Veloce trim level has new leather and Alcantara sports seats with integrated head restraints embellished with contrasting red stitching and “Alfa Romeo” written

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allowing the driver to relax behind the wheel while enjoying the Swedish luxury and Scandinavian simplicity of Volvo’s flagship SUV. With the latest upgrade, a lead vehicle is no-longer required, and the XC90 is able to maintain safe semi-autonomous driving provided that lane markings are clearly visible on both sides of the vehicle, at speeds up to 130 km/h. Important to note is that Pilot Assist is an outright support system and has not been designed for the driver to remove their attention from the task of driving. Fully-autonomous Volvos, which will allow for complete handsoff and feet-off autonomous driving, will be available in the future – the first examples of which will be driven by real customers in Gothenburg, Sweden, as part of Volvo’s Drive Me programme, in 2017. The inclusion of Pilot Assist as standard means that all XC90 models now also come standard with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), which uses radar to manage acceleration and braking in a more conventional manner, without steering control. PowerPulse diesel technology eliminates turbo lag Introduced globally on the forthcoming Volvo S90 and now also available for 2017 in the XC90 D5 AWD is Volvo’s world-first PowerPulse technology. Geared to eliminate the effects of turbo lag, PowerPulse turns the

Drive-E D5 diesel engine into a lagfree, smoother powerhouse. Volvo Cars is the only car maker using such technology in production vehicles. PowerPulse draws air from the air filter via a compressor into a pressurised two-litre tank. When required, the compressed air is fed by a valve into the exhaust manifold to instantly spool up the turbo. The tank automatically refills after each burst, and the compressed air remains on hand at all times to provide extra boost – on pullaway and during low-speed driving. Naturally with such an upgrade, output has been increased and efficiency has been improved. Power has increased to 173 kW at 4 000 rpm (up from 165 kW) and torque is up by 10 Nm to 480 Nm between 1 750 and 2 250 rpm. Efficiency remains exceptional, with average fuel economy on the combined cycle now 5.7-litres per 100 km (down from 5.8) and carbon emissions now even lower, at 149 g/ km (down from 152). “These two new technological additions to the XC90 range will further boost its value and driver enjoyment,” comments Volvo Car South Africa MD, Greg Maruszewski. “Pilot Assist really makes those long highway drives far more enjoyable, especially when you find yourself in a traffic jam. And, with PowerPulse, the XC90 D5 is even better than it was before – a difficult feat to achieve.” Model year 2017 Volvo XC90s are available across the Volvo Cars dealer network in South Africa. - Supplied.

on the head restraints. Also standard are the contoured leather steering wheel with contrasting red stitching and the carbon look finish dashboard surround and door panels, all complemented by specific matte grey inserts. The sporty characterisation is equally strong on the Giulietta and Giulietta Super versions. The first has grey and black fabric seats, a one-of-a-kind matte black dashboard, leather steering wheel and new black inserts on the tunnel and door pulls. The Super trim level is even bolder with new Alfa Romeo trademark grey and black fabric “cannelloni” seats. Premium leather seats are available on both trim levels as optional. Also debuting on New Giulietta is Alfa Performance, the exclusive service specifically created to enhance the driving experience. Using an array of digital gauges and instruments, driv-

ers can control the main parameters of the car, measure their performance using special timers and see driving statistics on their smartphone. The engine line-up of New Giulietta now features three turbo petrol engines - the 1.4 Turbo Petrol, the 1.4 Turbo MultiAir TCT and the 1750 Turbo Petrol TCT. Staying true to Alfa Romeo spirit, the Giulietta is light and efficient courtesy of lightweight materials and the perfect weight-to-power ratio. Furthermore, it offers a balanced weight distribution, an evolved suspension system, and a responsive steering. The new model also features a slew of features developed by Magneti Marelli ranging from exhaust systems, suspension, and powertrains, to lighting devices, another confirmation of how the right collaborations create the best designs. - Supplied.

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MANZIMTOTI training partners Brennan Anderson and Hendrik Bester are looking forward to making their debut appearance at the Fedauto Sani Dragon, in association with Mortimer Toyota, when this year’s race takes place on Friday 30 September and Saturday 1 October. The two-day Southern Drakensberg event is fast growing and with a secondstage climb up to the finish line at the top of Sani Pass, this year’s Sani Dragon was one race the pair were not going to miss. “We’ve never been up Sani Pass, let alone by bike, so that was definitely the draw card for us to come and do the Sani Dragon this year,” says Anderson. Despite having never competed as a team previously and Anderson being 13 years Bester’s junior, the upper South Coast duo believe they have the mak-

ings of a good partnership. ““We’ve never raced together before, but both being from Toti, we are regular training partners and are looking forward to racing the Sani Dragon as teammates,” says Anderson. “Perhaps having turned 40 in January, Hendrik is the experience in the team and I, at 27 , am more the ‘exuberance of youth’,” he says. While unsure of the strength of the rest of the field, the pair remain quietly confident that they can challenge for a podium place next weekend. “We’ll definitely look to give it our all while we’re out there,” says Anderson. “We’ve been training as much as possible throughout the winter, and even before then, and recently we’ve been trying to prepare the lungs as best we can for the climb up Sani Pass. “Even though we’ll be riding

through such a beautiful part of the world, we’ll look to go as hard as we can on both days and then we can appreciate the view once we’ve crossed the finish line at the top of Sani Pass.” Bester, who finished second at the Sappi Scottburgh MTB Race in mid-August, believes the pair take some good confidence with them. “Scottburgh was definitely my best result of the year, but I’ve also picked up a few age group podiums throughout the year as well. “We train together too and so know each other’s strengths quite well, so I think we’re both quite confident and feeling good about the Sani Dragon,” says Bester. Entries can be submitted and more information found at www.sanidrag on.co.za - Supplied.

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