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Four die as taxi rolls off road IN a tragic accident on Monday afternoon, a taxi driver, who allegedly swerved to avoid an animal, lost control of the vehicle which somersaulted off the road landing close to the Umvozane River. Two passengers died on impact and two others died later in hospital. The accident occurred just after 4pm just outside Greytown as the passengers were travelling back home to Tembisweni. A fifth passenger, who was critically injured, has been transferred to a Pietermaritburg hospital. Other injured passengers, who were taken to Greytown Hospital, were visited and comforted on Monday evening by new Umzinyathi District Mayor L. Ngubane and Umvoti Mayor T. Ngubane and some councillors as well as Entembisweni Councillor, B.G. Dladla. Greytown Hospital staff responded rapidly with nursing staff, doctors and radiographers, helping until late at night with the injured, including off-duty staff who turned out to assist. There was a big turn-out of medical support services at the accident including EMRS, Ice Medical Rescue, RTI, SAPS, Greytown Traffic personnel and others.
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New mayor for Umzinyathi Cllr Lindokuhle Ngubane was elected Umzinyathi District Mayor last week.
UMZINYATHI District Municipality officially elected Councillor Lindokukhle Ngubane as its mayor at a council meeting last week. The municipality has been without a mayor for the past six months Cllr Lindokuhle Ngubane was elected a member of the Umzinyathi District Council last year following the resignation of the previous mayor. He is also the ANC Chair for the Inkosi Bhambatha region. Cllr Ngubane, in his first address as mayor, urged political parties to stand together, fasttrack service delivery, which was hampered by the absence of political leadership in the district, and fulfill their commitment to their communities. “I appeal to everyone in this council chamber to assist in bettering the lives of our people, especially the people of Umzinyathi District. “This district is ravaged by the persistent drought. We need to stand together and show our mettle as leaders and we will do this as honestly as possible, and with integrity.”
The wrecked taxi in which four people lost their lives. Injured passengers were visited by the Umzinyathi and Umvoti mayors and local councillors. RIGHT: Matron V. MduliUmzinyathi Mayor L. Ngubane and Greytown Hospital CEO, Miss K.J. Mngadi visit one of the injured.
eToll, eTugela Ferry? FOR the past few weeks there have been fairly regular road blockades on access roads to and from Greytown. On Monday the Tugela Ferry was blocked close to the Church of Scotland Hospital by an large group of protestors.
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Motorists were directed along a "lane" through the village. Here some would-be entrepreneurs, not linked to the protestors, had placed stones across the road but for R10 or R20 motorists were allowed to drive through.
Blockade at Tugela Ferry.
Winile Ndlovu, the winner of the CD Player in our “It’s Showtime” competition. Congratulations Winile! GREYTOWN Making home building simple
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Celebrate Hermannsburg’s World Vision 154th birthday this weekend Spelling Bee winner A typical scene on a Monday morning, in the early 1900s at Hermannsburg, the ‘Intercity Express Delivery’ from the railway siding at Ahrens, delivered provisions to the growing boarding establishments at the school. “THE growing enrollment soon meant that the boarding establishments needed to be renovated and expanded. At the high school additional classrooms were added to the science laboratory built in 1949, so that four extra classrooms were gained, two of which could be joined via a folding door to make a larger auditorium. “These extensions were built in 1958. The swimming pool was built at this time as well and is a sign of how the parent and past pupil bodies stood together to assist the school in its development and growth. “Finally in 1960 a long established dream of Reverend Kistner’s was fulfilled - a school chapel was built. The school community had grown to such an extent that the morning devotions, the characteristic start to the Hermannsburg school day, could no longer be accommodated in any of the other facilities of the school. “The years 1962 and 1964 were
important building years at Hermannsburg. The Alte Jugendheim, the oldest boarding establishment building in Hermannsburg – and oldest school boarding house in South Africa, built in 1862 – needed to be renovated and its amenities needed to be brought up to standard. Opposite this boarding establishment a new boarding facility was constructed in the same year - the senior girls boarding establishment. This boarding establishment could accommodate 60 girls. The boys boarding establishments were extended as well. The Jungsheim, located next to the school chapel, was extended through the construction of a common room in 1964. “The Altes Mädchenheim, which from 1962 on was used to accommodate the junior boys and as such was then called the Knabenheim, was also extended to create new bathroom facilities in an annex to the existing building.
“However, not only the building contractors changed the ‘look’ of Hermannsburg in these years. Parents and past pupils from the district and surrounding congregations combined their resources to create new sport fields and facilities for the school close to the campus. “In a large and concerted effort, tractors, graders and lorries were used to create two rugby fields and two hockey fields that were planted with kikuyu grass. The four tennis courts, located between the sport fields and the tennis courts, were resurfaced in 1967 and 1969 with concrete as the result of an initiative by some parents. “Some changes were introduced to the curriculum of the school - Afrikaans A was introduced in 1964 in Grades 11 and 12 to afford pupils from Afrikaans-speaking districts a better chance in their matric examinations. In other areas existing developments and principles were reinforced to strengthen the character of the school. “An example would be that from 1956 onwards the teaching of German was primarily the task of seconded staff from Germany, who were originally recruited through the German embassy, but later seconded directly to Hermannsburg from the authorities located in Cologne, Germany.” An extract from Hermannsburg’s Jubilee Publication, published in 2006.
CONGRATULATIONS to Nondumiso Nene, a Grade 9 pupil at Hermannsburg Combined School on coming first in the World Vision Spelling Bee competition held on 20 April, in which 18 schools took part. A list of 200 words was given to all the schools and in an exciting finale there were three finalists who had spelt all the words cor-
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Hermannsburg Combined School teacher Mrs H. Mkhize and Spelling Bee winner, Nondumiso Nene.
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Greytown Scouts alive and well FOR many years males have benefitted throughout their lives from having been, in their youth, part of the worldwide Boy Scout movement. Now in Greytown 25 youngsters are involved in the many aspects of scouting under the guidance of a committed Troop Scout Kujabulo Chonco. Based at Umvoti Aids Centre the troop is learning the basics of discipline, obedience and vital life skills through team-building exercises. The troop is registered with the South African Scouts Association This Scouting programme, which has been running for some time, is very successful and has a positive impact on the lives of the young Scouts. Most of the youngsters come from rural and local disadvantaged families and are appealing to Greytown businesses and individuals to support this programme. Donations are being requested so the Scouts can turn out for their activities in uniform. Cash is also required or badges, medals, camping equipment and travel expenses for the all important scouting weekend camps. Scouting activities are also a positive investment in the future of these youngsters and UAC would like to extend this opportunity to more youths. If you can assist in any way, contact Dips Turner on 033 413 2745.
Troop Scout Kujabulo Chonco and some of the young Scouts.
There is nothing to beat the camaraderie of a campfire with some of the scouts with Troop Scout Kujabulo Chonco.
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Where, oh where is the rain? WHILE many parts of KwaZulu-Natal had a surplus of rain (believe it or not) over the weekend, Greytown was once again left out of the downpours. Just 11millimetres was recorded in
the town over the weekend. Lake Merthley continues to drop – this week it stands at 16.66% full. Please remember every single drop of water counts.
Parade road closures A PROGRAMME of the Freedom of Greytown parade to take place next Saturday will be published in next week's Greytown Gazette. The parade will start in Bell Street at 2pm and proceed to the town hall. As can be seen in the Umvoti Municipal advertisement on page 3 of this week's issue, certain roads will be closed from 6am on Saturday until 6am on Sunday 22 May. Please check the details of these closures in the advertisement on the above right. Taking advantage of the wet weather and the muddy trails over the weekend Hermannsburg School pupils offered a ‘cleanup’ facility for bikes at R20 a clean as can be seen from the sign David Torgius was carrying around the track.
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In light of the upcoming high profile and prestigious event of the UMR Freedom of the City the following roads will be closed on the 21st May 2016; • Corners Oke\Cathcart Streets to Corners Bell\Cathcart Streets (that is the entire portion of Cathcart street) entry\exit will only be given to the affected residents except when the actual Parade of the UMR is taking place • Corner Bell\Cathcart Streets to Bell\ Voortrekker Streets (that is from the Municipal Offices to the Post Office) please take note that motorists will not be able to use the Pine\Bell Streets four way traffic lights. This closure will be enforced from 06h00 morning on Saturday, 21st May 2016 until 06h00 morning on Sunday the 22nd May 2016. You are also notified that due to the nature of the event other areas of Greytown CBD could be affected and traffic rules will be enforced without notice. Should you be experiencing any difficulties during this closure please contact the 911 centre on 033 417 2911 or for any queries please contact the LED Office on 033 413 9209 during office hours. Any inconvenience is regretted. MR B.A. XULU PO Box 71 Notice No. 3110 MUNICIPAL MANAGER GREYTOWN 3250
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Window on Wembley ON Thursday 28 April, the Foundation Phase hosted another successful Grandparent’s Day. We were inundated with about 190 doting grandparents. This year we had two separate concerts for the preprimary and junior primary. The pre-school melted the hearts of their grannies and grandpas by crooning songs like Granny O Granny I Love You So were sung. This was followed by tea with Form 1 pupils being the waitresses. The junior primary then performed their African programme of music, dance and poetry. The half-hour show was hosted by Diankha Naidoo and Samuel Mason. The programme included gumboot and Indian dancing. After a rousing rendition of This land is our Land guests moved to the various classrooms to spend quality time with their grandchildren. This is a very special time for the children where they get to show off their work, read to their grandparents or to brag about their art on the walls. We thank all our grandparents who took the time and effort to be at Wembley on this important day. Wembley College rugby achieved one of its first milestones
Wembley College’s Grandparent’s Day. when the U11 boys played the 15man format against Greytown Junior on Tuesday 26 April. This is the first time in approximately eight years that this has been possible. It was also a proud moment for
these boys when they only lost 1725 to a school who has traditionally been competitive on the rugby field for many years. The Wembley boys were fired up as their confidence started build-
ing and they totally dominated the second half. A highlight of the game was when Jandré Carr stood up from an injury to receive a pass from his scrumhalf, crashing over the try line with his all teammates
charging into a massive maul to push him over for the try - a 15-man effort. Well done to every boy who has been working hard at every practice as well as all the parents for the continuous support. On 23 April two teams of three pupils each, took part in the regional Aqualibrium competition hosted at St Charles. In this competition each team had to build a network of thick and thin pipes covering 16 blocks to distribute three litres of water evenly into three containers with one litre in each container. Every millilitre that is over one litre or under one litre counts as a penalty point against a team. The team with the lowest penalty points wins the competition. This competition is sponsored by South African Institute for Civil Engineers and pupils get a chance to meet some engineers and talk to them about a career in civil engineering. Our two teams came fourth and fifth respectively with one millilitre difference between them and missing third place with 0.5 millilitres. Even though we came fourth and fifth, both teams bettered last year’s winning result and we look forward to next year’s competition.
New Hanover Prep School news HOBBIES benefit children in many ways. They give them an opportunity to express themselves and lead them to discover themselves and build self-esteem. They are also great educational tools. Our annual New Hanover Prep
Hobby Day is aimed at introducing children to a range of interesting hobbies and they are always encouraged to try something new. Hobbies this year included outdoor fishing, hiking, cycling and graffiti designing using spray paint as well as indoor
hobbies such as baking, puppet making, cartoon drawing, video editing, paper folding, experimenting with science, playing squash and making music on computers. Hobbies are rewarding and enriching parts of our lives.
They teach children to set and achieve goals, solve problems and make decisions. They can also set the course for what children become later in life as they often turn into lifelong interests or careers. - Supplied.
In his glory, Hilton Kyle fishes at the dam.
Selwin Eggers teaches NHP children, Ben Hough and Calvin Freese, spraypainting graffiti.
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Indlovana School news INDLOVANA Primary School choir did tremendously well at a district level competition in Dundee on Friday 6 May. Thanks to management, teachers, pupils, parents and music committee for their dedication and hard work. We would also like to acknowledge the assistance provided by our former principal Mr M.P. Ndlovu. "Choral music is time consuming and requires more effort from people involved. Thanks for the dedication of everyone involved, especially the teachers who had to come early and leave late to realise our dream," said Ms M.M. Ngobese, choral music committee convenor. - HW Xulu.
The school choir on the stage with conductor Ms E.N. Mkhize and programme director Mr Mkhize.
The school choir.
Tholinhlanhla Topics Kumenywa bonke abazali babantwana abafunda eTholinhlanhla ukuba baphelele emhlanganweni wabazali oyokuba ngoLwesithathu lomhlaka 25 Meyi 2016 ngo-5 ntambama. Umhlangano uyobanjelwa ehholo lesikole. More than 20 schools entered the South African School's Choral Eisteddfod District Level Competition held at McKenzie Civic Hall in Dundee. Tholinhlanhla Full-Service School did extremely well in three choir categories Grade R to 2 sang I Love Mom and obtained a better position. Grade 3 to 4 sang Intufwane obtaining position fourth position. Grade 5 to 7 sang Elijah Rock and Kom Na My Toe to come third and 15th respectively. The double quartet Panis Angelis obtained position four. The school extends gratitude to the music committee, teachers, SGB members,
parents and Greytown Children's Home for their input. The school would also like to thank Mr Thami Msomi and Reverend Ngxekisa for donating uniforms to pupils at school. - Media committee.
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Greytown Child and Youth Centre activities Successful farmers’ market DESPITE icy cold and rainy weather, a long weekend and mid-term break for private schools, the farmers’ market at the Beehive was hailed to be a great success by organisers and stall owners. The Greytown Child and Youth Care Centre would like to thank Gary Redinger for his generosity in making his premises and facilities available to them. A variety of items were on sale, and many stall owners sold out their products. Juanita Mason's bunches of proteas were all sold out within an hour and Chris Tredoux's feta cheese did not last much longer. The cold weather certainly played a role in pancake sales, as they were ordered in large quantities. Long before midday, the Boeing was “declared over” and some
OBS helped to warm the cold bodies. Festive music and good conversations also contributed to making this a memorable day. Thanks to every community member who braved the weather conditions to come and support this day.
The next farmers' market is planned for 4 June, contact Sue on 072 827 2483) or Pieter on 033 413 2133) for more information. Hlengekile Xulu walked away with the rooster which had created much interest in a raffle. - Ayanda Mabaso.
Langenhoven House residents visit uShaka
Greytown Chid and Youth Care Centre dedicated staff and chiIdren who provided tasty food at the Greytown MTB classic weekend at the Beehive.
LEFT: Residents of Langen hoven House visited uShaka last weekend. The trip was organised by NG Kerk MeImoth.
At the Greytown MTB Classic (from left) Lindo Ziqubu, Sizwe Zondi, KwaneIe and NjabuIo Makhathi.
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DID you know that Mother's Day dates back to the 19th century? Ann Reeves-Jarvis, of West Virginia in North America, started a "Mother’s Day Work Club" to teach women how to properly care for their children. Her daughter, Anna Jarvis, changed it after her mother's death in 1905, as a way of honouring the sacrifices mothers make for their children, and so we have Mother’s Day as we know it today. All the Little Oaks made beautiful Mother’s Day cards for their moms to surprise them last Sunday, because all deserve to be thanked for their tireless,
The Little Oaks in Grade R prepared special tea cups for their mothers to enjoy on Mother’s Day. passionate and endless work. The Little Oaks know that their moms spend a lot of time every day just pick-
ing up the things they left around between coming home from school and going to bed. Thanks, mom.
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St David’s Doings
Grade 6 pupils make a potjie.
Grade 6 pupils at Glenrock Camp. ST David’s Grade 6 pupils thoroughly enjoyed the annual camp at Glenrock Game and Trout recently. They learnt a lot about the environment and the importance of wetlands. One of the highlights was to make a potjie meal as part of their economic and management sci-
Junior Jottings ON 6 May the U13 hockey girls travelled to New Hanover to take part in a day-night hockey festival. The girls played seven games. Results: Greytown Junior vs Winterton – lost 1-0 Greytown Junior vs New Hanover – drew 0-0 Greytown Junior vs Eston – drew 0-0 Greytown Junior vs Treverton A – drew 0-0 Greytown Junior vs Bisley lost 3-0 Greytown Junior vs Kokstad – lost 1-0 Greytown Junior vs Ixopo – drew 0-0 On Wednesday 4 May our Grade 1 and 2 pupils had a mini-rugby practice match against Wembley College. All sides played well and the afternoon was enjoyed by all. - Mrs Boshoff.
ence project. They were divided into groups each group had to acquire a pot, ingredients and recipe at an auction using Glenrock dollars. They then had to prepare the vegetables, cook the potjie, enter a taste challenge to choose the best potjie, then eat it.
Grade 6 pupils learn about the importance of wetlands.
Cordwall Chronicles
JJ Heyns enjoyed every minute of his race at the Greytown Mountain Bike Festival this weekend. Kammaland's pancakes were a special treat in the cold, rainy weather.
UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY UMVOTI LAND USE SCHEME SPECIAL CONSENT Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 67 bis of the Town Planning Ordinance No, 27 of 1949, as amended and Clause 1,1.4 (c) of the Umvoti Municipality Land UseManagement Scheme, that Umvoti Municipality will consider an application from Siyabonga Vukile Mngadi to operate a Sports Bar on Erf 1120 Greytown, being 1120 Bell Street. The relevant documents will lie open for inspection at the Umvoti Municipal offices in Grey town, 41 Bell Street, during normal office hours (7H45 to 16H30 PM).
Grade R pupils make special flowers for Mother’s Day at art day at Cordwall.
Any person having sufficient interest therein may lodge written objections or representations with the undersigned in writing by no later than 13 June 2016. Any person, who fails to lodge or forward comments in response to this notice by the date given above, shall be precluded from further participation in the process, and taking further steps, with regard to the proposed amendment. MR B.A. XULU MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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Hermannsburg Happenings THE U13 girls played in the recent day-night hockey tournament, where they played Clarendon (0-0), St John's (0-1), Monument (1-0), Wembley (0-0), St Patrick's (0-3), Wartburg (0-0), Mooi River (0-0) and Treverton (0-0) to come 5th in their pool. All other hockey and rugby was cancelled over the weekend due to the weather. At the Greytown Mountain Bike Classic, Hermannsburg once again provided the bike-wash and our pupils assisted with repairs and even a spot of first aid. In the threekilometre run-ride, Liam Uys came second and James Waller fourth, while Jen and Gary Townsend did us proud in the 10km run. In the night relay, HMB 2 placed first (Joel Pope, Luke Pellow-Jarmin and Ayabonga Dlamini) while HMB 1 finished in second place (Anna Kremnitzer, David Torgius and Pastor Risch). On Sunday, Luke Pellow-Jarmin came second in the 25km cycle, with Benjamin Rabe in
David Torgius, Ayabonga Dlamini, Joel Pope, Anna Kremnitzer, Pastor Risch and Luke PellowJarmin at the Greytown Mountain Bike Classic prize giving after their fantastic 12 finish. third place. Thank you to Mrs Waller for organising our school's participation. Preparations for this year's 160th Jubilee Schulfest are reaching fever pitch, with many former pupils expected to attend as well as members of the school and family and friends. From Friday after-
noon to Sunday morning a full programme of cultural items, sport and fine fare will be on offer. Be there. And don't forget that on Friday, 20 May the KwaZulu-Natal Youth Choir will be performing with our school choirs in the church hall at Hermannsburg - don't miss out.
Narcotics Anonymous information JUNE is Drug Awareness Month and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), a nation wide organisation is publicising that it offers free support and guidance on recovery from drug or alcohol problems. Anyone on drugs, who wants to stop using drugs may join NA, regardless of which drug used. There are no fees or dues to join - it states its success is based on the value of addicts working together with other addicts. At meetings, members share their successes and challenges in overcoming active addiction and living drug-free, productive lives. NA started in the eighties in South
Africa and has 303 meetings running every week across the country If you're an addict or think you might have a drug problem, a meeting every day for at least three months is suggested to get to know other NA members and more about our programme. The journey of recovery begins with abstinence from all drugs, including alcohol. Sometimes people come to NA meetings while still using drugs, detoxing from drugs, or on drug replacement therapy and are welcomed as they have the need to stop using substances and find a new life in recovery.
Newcomers are usually welcomed with a handshake or a hug and a welcome key tag. In most places, it is customary for members to gather in a circle to end the meeting with a short prayer or NA reading. Our Narcotics Anonymous is a nonreligious programme of recovery, its primary purpose is in providing a recovery environment in meetings, where anyone wanting to stop using drugs can share their experiences. For more information, visit www.na.org.za or call our helpline to find the closest meeting to you on 083 900 6962.
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Spar KZN Schools Girls’ Hockey Challenge THE penultimate in the series of regional tournaments of the SPAR KZN School Girls’ Hockey Challenge will see seven first teams battle it out for the hotly contested Umvoti, uThukela and Umzinyathi regional title at the Hermannsburg School Schulfet on Saturday, 14 May. Participating schools include Greytown High, Domino Servite, Wembley College, Estcourt High, Ladysmith High, Deutsche Schule Hermannsburg, and defending champi-
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Umndeni wakwaMaduna uthanda ukudlulisa okukhulu ukubonga, kumphakathi, omakhelwane, umndeni, izihlobo kwenikwenze kubo belahle kelwe umama wabo Emgard nikwenze nakwabanye siyabonga kakhulu.
ons, Wartburg Kirchdorf, which is hoping to hold onto the title to make it their fourth appearance at the grand finals in July. This regional will take the form of a round robin with each game lasting
Wartburg Kirchdorf School XI vicecaptain Liyabona Tyali (left) and Captain Elke Engelbrecht look forward to the Umvoti, uThukela and Umzinyathi Regional Spar Hockey Tournament at Hermannsburg School.
20 minutes. At the conclusion of the games the top two scoring teams will feature in a final to determine the regional winner that will go through to the grand finals at St Mary’s DSG in July, The winner of this regional will meet nine top teams from KZN, eight of whom have already secured their positions at the grand finals. So far Sarel Cilliers from Northern KZN, Pietermaritzburg Girls’ High and St Anne’s from the Pietermaritzburg areas, overall defending champions, Durban Girls’ College, Amanzimtoti from Durban South, Ashton International from Durban North and the most recent addition, King Edward High School from the Southern KZN Regional and Grantleigh College from the North Coastal Regionals have secured their places in the finals. On Sunday, May 15 the last finalists will be revealed at the highway regional at Thomas More College.
‘Gazette’ gremlins have a go THE Greytown Gazette, gremlins went into action with the report in last week’s issue “Wem-
bley College salutes Thuba”. The joys of technology the correct version went
onto News 24, but not into the Greytown Gazette itself - apologies to all for this.
Greytown Gazette
11 May 2016
Exciting, first Greytown fire tower descent
It was fun run all round, no matter the age. THE first Greytown fire tower descent went off exceedingly well, despite the misty drizzly weather on Sunday, which actually turned out to be great running conditions. Some 92 runners (and walkers)
thoroughly enjoyed the superbly marked out route done by Andrew Mason and Andrew Merson. Sponsored by Racefood, which provided all the nutritional sustenance and fantastic prizes, the
event attracted all walkers and runners and everyone who entered – from 10 years old to 70-plus completed the race. Runners were transported by a labour lorry from the start of the 16km run at the Beehive, while the 30km runners were pointed to the top of the mountain and told to run, following Deon Bruss on the lead motorbike. A big thanks to the Greytown trail running ladies and gents who pulled together to make this event a huge success. There were two distances - 16km and 30km. The 30km winner was local speedster Kwenza Ngubane (2:19.47), second Bheki Mhlengethwa (2:36.33) and third Bhekizitha Ngubane (2:52.50), There was one lady - Madida Hlobisile (3:06.59). The 16km was won by Racefood athlete Owen Bengo (1:08), second Siyabonga Dlamini (1:10) and third Vusi Mseleku (1:16) Ladies - first Monique Nel (1:28), second Thuli Moti (1:40); and third Marike Pretorius (1:41).
From the Ditch AWESOME. It was such a fantastic final to the floodlight bowls last Wednesday night. All the teams played out their 10 ends, and then watched the two top teams battle it out. And what a humdinger of a finish it was – the Bracken boys versus the SBR girls. Mark Thomas, Andrew Merson and Rens van der Watt had a close encounter with Wendy Edkins, Ruth Drew, and Ingrid Surendorff, when they went 4-4 on the 8th end, 5-5 on the 10th end and 6-6 on the 12th end, which forced a sudden death on the 13th. The Bracken Bowldozers won to a thunderous standing ovation and was followed by the prize giving and tasty dinner thanks to Karen Cordy and her team. For those who enjoyed the fun day bowls, and also for those who missed it, the next one is the Pannar fun day on Sunday 29 May - R60 for two games of bowls, tasty food and prizes.
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Bracken Bowldozers were the winners of the men's section of the Greytown Bowls Busi ness league. Happy at their win Rens van der Watt, Mark Thomas and Andrew Merson On Youth Day, 16 June is the Plennegy fun day. Contact Wessel Pretorius on 072 266 0835 or Bryan Paul on 033 413 2157. Locally the men’s single championships have started with Chris Fischer winning over Gerhard Balzer 21-18, and Wolfie Lubowitski beating Bryan Paul 2117 - both these matches were of a high standard with accuracy aver-
age of 99.66%. Still to play Wessel Pretorius-Herbert Balzer, and Jordan Bonorchis-Kobus Uys. If anyone has a set of Lignus size 3 brown bowls please contact Bryan Paul.
St Cathryn’s news ON Saturday 30 April, St Cathryn's held its annual classic on a very cold, wet and windy day … no it was windy and wet and this was our 16th classic. On the day six golfers pulled out of the field when they saw the expected weather conditions for the weekend. Defending champions Steve Bosch and Brent Barkhuizen, seemed to have battled most with these cold conditions. Three "OBs” drinking stations were made available for the players. Old Brown sherry is a truly South African product and was used to warm up golfers, and at times the golf warmed up. The average temperature recorded on the day was 9°C. Our fund raiser also attracted sponsors and banners and products were displayed on the course. The John Deere and Toyota stand drew the most attention when they had vehicles on display. The committee would like to thank the sponsors for their static displays. Results: 1st Merwin Rabe and Deon van Dyk 46 points 2nd Keith Stanger and Steve Nel 44 points 3rd Piet Nel and Derrick Werth
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42 points oco 4th Rupert Fortman and Fred Bartels 5th Mark Roseweir and Liekie Steyn 41 points Most golf: Paul du Preez and Andre Scheepers Nearest to pin 9/18th: Rupert Fortman Longest drive 10th: Keith Stanger Nearest to pin for two on the 12th: Rupert Fortman Dr Mike Caldicott was awarded a jar of marmelade for his long years of support, service, and words of advice to the greenkeeper and the losing of the odd golf ball at the classic. After prize giving visitors, golfers and families were treated to a hot meal of beef in red wine and vegetables. Next Farmers’ Agri-Care monthly mug will be played on 21 May. This Friday night we will be closed for a private function, but food will be on sale and festivities and fun at Hermannsburg School on Friday and Saturday to keep everyone busy for the weekend. We will be open for golf and bookings can be made to Piet on 083 269 1661.
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Greytown Country Club news THE Mascor monthly mug to be played on Saturday 14 May. Tee off from 10.30am. Entry is R60 and includes green fee and halftime. Please enter. “Spar has been kind enough to sponsor the Spar Boerie Run. Two kilograms of Spar boerewors is up for the winning. Timings for this 9-hole initiative will be communicated and posted for all to see at the club. This will be held on Saturdays during winter when no competitions are taking place and rescheduled to Fridays after work from October. Please support this and enjoy playing golf. Happy Hour winners were Robin Furniss,
who walked away with the cash and Allan Knot took the Chivas. Thank tou to German Engineering for sponsoring the meal. Bridget Holmes missed out on the money as she was not present at the time on the draw. The next attendance draw will be on Friday 13 May with R600 up for grabs. Be here from 6.30pm and you could be the lucky winner. Dates to diarise Saturday 14 May – Mascor Monthly Saturday 21 May – Spar boerie run Sunday 22 May – Plennegy Ladies invitation Saturday 28 May – Spar boerie run.
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Greytown GAZETTE
11 May 2016
SPORT NEWS Greytown MTB Classic great success AS always,the Greytown MTB Classic was a great success with riders, runners, walkers and campers enjoying the slick organisation and warm community spirit. Based at the Beehive, the weather certainly didn’t put a damper on the great spirit that prevailed during the entire weekend. This popular event is successful thanks to the many people who are involved first to the sponsors whose generosity and continued support ensures this annual event happens, N3TC, Aquelle, Syngenta, Farmers’ Agri-care, Blue Crest Holdings, Plennegy, Greytown Beer Distributors, Pannar, Umvoti Fuel and Oil, P. Trimborn Fuel Agency, GAP Chemicals, Platt Plant Hire, Golden Grow, Link Seed, Kynoch, Bracken, Pidelta, Brokersure, Guzzi’s Elec-
Greytown Giants back in play GREYTOWN Giants fought hard in their match against Winterton Rugby Club played in Greytown over the weekend. The Greytown team defended as if their lives depended on it, but were outplayed by a very strong
trical and Umvoti Repairs. Thanks too to the following companies for lucky draw prizes and product sponsorships - Aheers, Jowett’s Cycles, TWK, Racefood, Starke Ayres, Build it, RTS, Hatton’s Cycles and Outforce. Gary and Carola Redinger of the Beehive provided the perfect setting for the weekend. Thanks to Wembley College, St David’s, Greytown Children’s Home, Kammaland, Arcadia, Jack Mason and the SPCA for ensuring everything ran smoothly. Also a special thank you to the land owners for allowing the use of their farms for the tracks. The Greytown MTB Classic is a community event and the income generated from this event is donated back to our beneficiaries.
ABOVE: Sohail Manzoor was the lucky winner of a new bicycle. Jules Cassere (Farmers’ Agricare), who donated the bicycle, handed it over to a happy Sohail and his father.
The start of the 50km race on Sunday.
and committed Winterton side which won 52-5. Greytown Rugbyn Club is going through a rebuilding phase and welcomes new players and crowd support. Practices are held at Greytown High School on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5pm – please come along and join in. Today, 11 May, there will be a braai after practice so come along and meet the Greytown Rugby Club personnel. Greytown Giants rugby team.
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