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WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE 2016
R74 Blockaded as truck burnt
One of the trucks burnt during protests on the R74 last week.
THE busy Kranskop to Greytown road was blocked last Tuesday when protestors burnt a truck and pushed it across the road to act as a blockade. The road - R74 - is a lifeline for farmers transporting crops and other items, as well as community members to school or for
working and shopping. Three trucks were stopped, including one transporting timber. The drivers, fearing for their lives, ran off while the protestors set the trucks alight and destroyed the timber. One of the trucks was transporting furniture, which was stolen.
Head of Kwanalu security desk, Koos Marais, urged the police to conduct full-time patrols on major important road saying that no one had the right to close roads or damage property. A police spokesperson, Captain N. Gwala, said the protestors, said to be locals, had blockaded
the R74 in three areas with the trucks and burnt tyres – no injuries had been reported. At the time the motive for the protest was unknown. A case of public violence has been opened at the Maphumulo Police Station and police are monitoring the situation.
Man stoned to death ANGRY community members stoned a man, suspected of murder, to death in Muden last Thursday, A police spokesman reported that 34-year-old Bhobhodia Dladla was killed after the body of a missing 19-year-old girl, Phathela Tshabha, was recovered. Tshabha was reported missing on Tuesday 7 June after she failed to return home from school. Family members reported her
missing to the Muden police and a search was undertaken, but she was not found. On Thursday the Pietermaritzburg K9 unit, which had been called in, found her body. It appeared she had been strangled with her school tie. A case of murder was opened at the Muden police station. While the police were busy at the murder scene, angry community members traced the man they said was involved and allegedly stoned him to death.
Police said that "big rocks" had been used to kill the suspect. A second murder docket has now been opened. KZN acting provincial SAPS commissioner, Major General Bhekinkosi Langa said: "The community must not take the law into their own hands - they must hand over the suspect to the police, who will investigate." A Muden resident told the Greytown Gazette that Captain Mhlophe of the Muden police and his team had gone beyond
the call of duty when an employee was raped, beaten and robbed of her phone and cash last Sunday afternoon. On the Monday a case was opened at the Muden police station. The police were to take her to Greytown Hospital but were informed there were no rape kits, so they took her to Ntunjambili Hospital for tests and transported her back to Muden. Greytown and Muden police are investigating.
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Greytown water update IT is not a happy situation on the waterfront. Lake Merthley is 12% full. Dribs and drabs of rain in Greytown in May recorded 15ml and the light drizzle leading into the weekend's cold snap was just three mls. It is understood however, that Phase 2 of the Greytown Drought Relief programme has come to a standstill due to the fact that funds, which have been allocated for the completion of this vital project, have not been made available. In regard to the Craigieburn pipeline there is a deathly hush. For the past four weeks the Greytown Gazette has weekly emailed Umvoti's water service provider, Umzinyathi District Municipality and top officials, Department of Water and others requesting an update on the pipeline. However, it would seem that these emails become invisible as soon as they wing into cyber space from Greytown - as not one has been acknowledged, never mind answered. It has been pointed out to officials that Greytown residents are doing their utmost to save water and that, in their interest, they should be kept informed of what the situation is and will be. Hopefully in next week's Greytown Gazette there could be an official comment (and there could also be rain).
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UMVOTI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
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PUBLIC NOTICE
APPROVAL OF FINAL ANNUAL BUDGET AND TARIFF OF CHARGES 2016/2017 In terms of Section 22 of the Local Government Municipal Finance Management Act (56 of 2003) read with Chapter 4 and Section 75A of the Local Government Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000 and the Municipal Property Rates Act (No 6 of 2004) the draft annual budget of the Umvoti Municipality has been approved by the Coun-
cil Resolution taken on the 27TH MAY 2016 in terms of Section 24 (1) of the Local Government Municipal Finance Management Act No 56 of 2003, and the Umvoti Municipality hereby makes public its final 2016/2017 Budget and Municipal Property Rates tariffs that will be applicable in the 2016/2017 Financial Year as follows:
OPERATIONAL & CAPITAL BUDGET ESTIMATES 2016/2017
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE FUNDING SOURCES
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
AMOUNT (RANDS)
AMOUNT (RANDS)
R 26,311,000 R 18,766,000 N/A R45,077,00
Conditional Grants & Subsidies
Total Estimated Operating Revenue
R258,602,OOO
Internally Generated Revenue
Total Estimated Operating Expenditure
R227,692,OOO
Unspent Grants
Total Estimated Capital Expenditure
R 45,077,000
TOTAL
MUNICIPAL PROPERTY RATES TARIFFS CENTS IN A RAND Old Tariff
Rebates
New Tariff Rebate
Agriculture
0.36
20%
0.38
Commercial
2.15
Public Service Infrastructure
0.36
100%
0.38
100%
Residential
1.45
R15,000
1.54
R15,000
Public Benefit Organisation
0.36
100%
0.38
100%
Special Non-Market Properties
1.45
1.54
Commercial Tourism
2.15
1.18
20%
2.28
1. These tariffs will be applied to property values in 3. Therefore, each monthly instalment must be the current General Valuation Roll & Supplemenpaid on or before the last working day of each tary Rolls prepared in terms of the Municipal month if an instalment is not paid by the last Property Rates Act. Property owners who have working day of the month, a flat interest rate lodged objections on the market values of their of 1.5% per month will accrue and be charged properties are required to pay rates based on on a monthly instalment that fall one month into the objected values until their objections have arrears, in terms of the Council’s Debt & Credit been considered and adjustments will be made Control Policy. afterwards. 4. All other Tariff of Charges for services rendered 2. The final due date for the payment of annual by the Municipality will be increased by 6% for rates be fixed at 30 June and that rates are all other tariffs of charges and 8% for electricity payable over a period of eleven (11) equal during the 2016/2017 financial year. instalments. OLD TARIFF
NEW TARIFF
Residential Properties, Vacant Sites, Churches, Schools and Hospitals subject to VAT 5.1
DOMESTIC TARIFFS Domestic Option 1
5.2
5.3
1.184
5.4
5.5
1.279
Basic Charge per meter
4.30
4.64
Domestic Option 2 (No basic Charge)
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1.62
Pre-paid Indigent
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1.118
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1.554
Indigent Conventional
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0.97
Indigent Conventional
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5.27
Commercial
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1.558
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5.57
1.645
1.777
Residential use per lot month
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1.096
Commercial or Industrial use per month
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1.974
COMMERCIAL TARIFFS
SPORTSFIELDS AND STREET LIGHTING Energy charge AVAILABILITY CHARGE
INDUSTRIAL TARIFFS 14.208
15.344
Energy charge
0.869
0.938
Demand charge
1.912
2.066
Basic charge
REFUSE REMOVAL (RANDS)
OLD TARIFF
NEW TARIFF
Residential Properties, Vacant Sites, Churches, Schools and Hospitals subject to VAT 6.1
Residential, Churches and Welfare Organisations (Greytown)
135
143,10
6.2
Residential, Churches and Welfare Organisations (Krankskop)
110
116.60
6.3
Institutions and Business (per 240l)
301
319.06
6.4
Rental for 240lt bin
6.5
4 Cubic Meter Containter
6.6
Rental of Containers
350
371
6.7
Each Additional Bin
168
178.08
6.8
Loose Refuse (not in bags) per removal
1027
1088.62
6.9
Purchase of Refuse bags, each
6.10
38
40.28
1562
1655.72
16
16,96
Purchase of refuse bags per pack of 25
407
431.42
6.11
All gardens and other types of refuse
407
431.42
6.12
Dumping at refuse transfer station (1 ton truck)
764
809.84
6.13
3 ton truck
2305
2443.30
6.14
Tractor/Trailer
383091
3276.46
A detailed copy of the final approved budget, tariffs of charges which include other tariff categories such as Cemetery Fees, Building and Planning, and Community Halls as well as budget related policies may be viewed on Council’s website at www.umvoti.gov.za and during office hours at the Umvoti Main Office, Municipal Library, Kranskop Office, and Local Traditional Houses/Councils.
Any enquiries on the details provided above and explanation on the determination of rates payable for the 2016/2017 financial year can be obtained from the ACTING CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER; MRS NGIBA on 033 413 900 respectively. MR B.A XULU MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Notice No 3120
15 June 2016
Greytown Conservancy dates MEMBERS and friends of Greytown Conservancy are asked to diarise the following date - the annual general meeting of the Conservancy will be held at the Greytown Country Club on Thursday 23 June at 6.30pm. This is an important meeting and all members are encouraged to attend. Please check your emails, or contact Kevin Cockburn, or Ankia Jonker at Pidelta office
for more information. The annual conservancy game count will be held on 29 July and the gathering will take place at Summerford Dam. Please contact Jason Gorzellok for details of the count, and of the post-count gathering. This popular event is always well supported and great fun. Please make an effort to attend. More details will be published closer the time.
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1. The Property rates tariffs & Rebates that will be applicable in the 2016/2017 financial year are as the Council’s rates are as follows:
ELECTRICITY CHARGES RANDS PER UNIT USED
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CAN you believe the callousness and cruelty of some people. Simba is one of five kittens who were thrown over the SPCA fence into the plantation. Fortunately, a couple were found immediately, but others only days later, starving and terrified. Simba also narrowly escaped being killed by dogs. If any four-legged feline deserves a home filled with tender loving care thus four-monthold male does. An appeal from the SPCA, phone 072 096 9634 to sort an unwanted animal and/or problem out - do not “get rid” of unwanted pets in such a cruel and callous fashion.
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Simba. recounts his highs and lows with the top names of Tinseltown. Read what happens when Russell Crowe and company pitch up late for dinner, or whether Johnny Depp is still peculiar off-camera. More than just a gossip column on steroids, Hartford details the many changes that were made during his employment, leading to his frustration that, in the owners’ only care to cut costs, much of the magic was lost. - Omar Sayed.
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Blast of brightness THEY are a blast of welcome colour in the drought- stricken gardens of Umvoti. Kleinia fulgens is a tender evergreen perennial with soft stems, silver-grey leaves and bright red flowers. The name fulgens means shining in Latin, referring to the intense flower colour. In the photo the three stages of the flower head are clearly visible - firstly there is the pendulous bud covered in a row of green involucral bracts dangling on a peduncle unable to hold it erect. As the flower begins to open, its stalk gains power, pulling the capitulum gradually into an erect position, like a soldier coming to attention. Thus arrives the second phase of full flourish, the flower head being presented upright for all to admire and the pollinators to make themselves useful. Lastly, the tiring stalk lets the developing seed head down again, bent under the weight of the emerging fruits inside. Each successful disc flower forms one fruit attached to a pappus, a ring of tiny thread-like bristles waiting to act as a dispersal parachute when the moment comes. The seed head, the white woolly tuft of fruits in full kit is held in position by the involucre until ripeness comes. Then release, flight on a pappus wing into the world for starting a new life if blown on the wind to a suitable spot (Capon, 2005; www.succulents.us).
‘Kleinia fulgens’, coral senecio, indigenous wonderful droughtresistant flowers. PHOTO: L. DROGEMOLLER
Greytown Gazette
15 June 2016
Special day for Greytown Feeding Project
Popular meat market on Saturday FOR the past 40 years the Greytown Lutheran Church meat market has been a popular event as visitors stock up on the tasty range of meats crafted by members of the congregation. This year is an even more special event - it is the 40th anniversary of the first meat market held in 1976. St Peter’s Lutheran Church congregation was founded in 1973 and the church property acquired the following year. Funds were needed to be raised so that the church could be built and on 9 November, 1974 the first church bazaar took place in Greytown Town Hall. 1976 marked the start of the annual meat market, which soon established itself as a lookforward-to-annual event in June. On Saturday 18 June the meat market will have traditional wors, patties, speciality sausages and more in the church hall from 9am. The congregation expressed its appreciation to all who have supported this fund-raiser over the years.
TWO thousand hot tasty meals were served up last Thursday at the opening of Greytown Feeding Project's own venue - thanks to the commitment and dedication of the prime mover, D.R. Aheer and the support of community volunteers, individual sponsors, businesses and the Gift of the Givers. The latter, together with the GFP, sponsored the first meal as well as a special treat of chocolates and 2 000 goodie bags. As from Tuesday 21 June this amazing community project will be
Ntembisweni Youth Day Talent show BRAND Ntembas are a group of young people from eNtembisweni area who got together to attract the youth of eNtembisweni and surrounding areas to various youth activities and engage them in constructive activities instead of being involved in negative and criminal activities. Brand Ntemba hosted its first talent show at the community hall on Youth Day 2014 and was a great success despite being
serving a hot meal on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11.30am to the many in need - nearly one and half thousand registered last week. There are many in need in Greytown - the indigent the sick, the unemployed, seniors, pensioners and vulnerable children, who, thanks to the generosity of many, and the dedicated volunteers who cook and serve each week, are at least assured of receiving two hot nutritious meals a week. Sadly a number of employed peo-
AFTER days of sunshine winter temperatures certainly made themselves felt over the weekend as the mercury plummeted to single digits. As it is only seven days to go until midwinter - 21 June - either it means the shortest winter in Umvoti's history or the most delayed one. It certainly caught a lot of people by sur-
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staged without sponsorship or donations. The following year the talent show was held at eNtembisweni Primary School Hall and showed tremendous growth - it was even more of a success and attracted some donors including, Unilever, Aheers, Min Cash and others. The show features dance, poetry, hip-hop and Indmalu to cater for everyone. Due to the success of the previous two events, the third talent show will be held on 16 June at the school hall because of the size and due to the fact that the event is now attracting youth from the surrounding areas and not only from eNtembisweni. About 300 people are expected this year. This year's event will also be used as a tool to promote the use of condoms (to re-
prise, because instead of spring cleaning it was a winter clean-out. Local welfare organisations require warm clothing for toddlers and youngsters. If you have any clothing that you don’t wear anymore, please drop them off at the Greytown Gazette for distribution to those in need.
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ple in their corporate and retail uniforms, presumed it is their right to receive a free meal too and barge their way into the queues. It is hoped that by registering those really in need the "greedy" will not be fed. Among the many who have contributed so generously over the years, mention must be made of the Greytown Primary School staff who have for the past 10 years given a monthly It has taken several years and much determination but last Thursday Greytown Feeding Project chairman, D.R. Aheer presented the first lady in line with the first meal served in GPF's own venue.
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15 June 2016
Indlovana Primary School news
In May Indlovana Primary School held a farewell function for seven staff members who have retired Mrs Z.P. Ngcobo, Ms T.C. Ndlovu Ms Z.C. Shangase, Mrs B.E. Xaba, Mrs E. Khumalo, Ms N.P. Khumalo and the school cook, Ms M. Zondi. At the function the principal, Mrs Mngadi, thanked them for their many years of commitment and service to the school.
Cordwall Chronicles Cordwall Primary Grade R pupils with the paper lanterns they made.
Indlovana pupils who are to represent the Umvoti CMC at the Umzinyathi District’s Language Festival which will be held in Dundee next weekend.
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Hermannsburg Happenings OUR rugby and hockey teams played their final matches of the season last weekend. The U16 rugby team played two league games, winning 37-10 against Waterfall but conceding the game to Faithway 0-12 before taking on Curro Richmore, 17-24, to end in fourth place on the log. The U19 team played their final match against Wartburg, who matched their 17 points before the final whistle - this meant playing extra time and Wartburg scoring to make
the final score 17-24. Our 1st team girls played hockey against Epworth’s 2nd team, ending 0-2 despite a good performance. Over the weekend, a number of our younger pupils participated in the Hermannsburg congregation’s Sunday School camp, enjoying their time with Pastor Risch and his helpers as they learnt about the Ten Commandments and what they mean for us in our daily lives. After many fun activities, the children presented their artwork and what they had learnt at the Sunday church service. Thank you to all the Sunday school helpers, and especially to Rainer OVERSIGHT REPORT Kassier for jumping in In terms of Section 129 of the Local Government and assisting over the Municipal Finance Management Act, act no 56 of weekend. 2003, Umvoti Residents are hereby invited to view The examinations the Umvoti Oversight Report which was passed are over and the holidays are rushing closer by Council on the 27th May 2016 under items as we near the end of a UMS 127 (15), said report can be viewed at the busy term - but there is following offices: still schoolwork to be Theodore Menne, corner Pine and Oak Streets. done. Preparation for Corporate Services Department, 41 Bell Street the athletics season is and The Budget and Treasury Office, 100 Pine getting into full swing, Street. and there’s the Kindergarten Open Day on The report will be available from the 15th June Thursday, 16 June from 2016 between the hours 09h00-16h00. 8am to 12pm for proShould you have any queries please contact the spective Little Oaks and office of the Municipal Manager on 033 413 9101 their parents - join us at or kmaharaj@umvoti.gov.za the Kindergarten and see some of the magic Mr B.A. Xulu P.O. Box 71 Notice 3119 our Little Oaks experiMunicipal Manager Greytown 3250 ence every day.
15 June 2016
Hermannsburg Little Oaks’ Oracle THE Little Oaks’ last two weeks were filled with learning all about how to stay fit and healthy. They had a look at the food pyramid and investigated what constitutes a healthy meal. Then they tried out different kinds of sports on the big sports field, like cricket, tennis, soccer and many others. It was
tremendous fun. In the end they remembered the following - being fit means following a healthy diet, doing a lot of sport, drinking lots of water, having regular checkups, getting enough sleep and keeping our bodies clean, if we’re fit, our bodies work well, feel good, and can
do all the things we want them to do. The theme “Staying Fit” continues during our open day this Thursday, 16 June, and the Little Oaks invite their parents and prospective new parents and children to a morning of fun and entertainment.
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Junior Jottings ON Saturday 11 June the U13 side braved the cold weather and travelled to Mooi River and played against Treverton.
Greytown was off to a quick start with Michael Thompson scoring within the first two minutes. Greytown dominated the game with tries scored by Sydwell Mathonsi, Sandiswa Qwabe, Michael Thompson and Lindokuhle Mchunu. The final score was 37-5 in Greytown's favour.
Sugarfree goodies, poison for pets AN alert for all pet lovers - sugarless chewing gum is not good for your pooch. In fact, it could be deadly. The United States of America Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued a warning that Xylitol, the substance which gives sugar-free gum its sweetness, is dangerous to dogs. "If you're concerned about your dog eating a food or product with xylitol in it, check the label of ingredients," Martine Hartogensis, an FDA veterinarian, said in a statement from the agency. "If it does, indeed, say that it contains xylitol, make sure your pet can't get to it." Dogs process xylitol differently than humans. They absorb it quickly, and it can spike their insulin levels, causing dangerously low blood sugar. This can be life-threatening if it is not treated, Hartogensis said. Take your dog to the vet or emergency animal hospital immediately if you suspect xylitol poisoning, she said. A dog may vomit and suffer from similar symptoms to those of an adult
with low blood sugar such as lethargy, weakness, lack of coordination, staggering and seizures. Monitoring could be necessary because symptoms may not appear for as long as 24 hours. To avoid xylitol exposure, keep human toothpaste, sugar-free gum and any other xylitol-containing product away from your dog. Don't use human toothpaste on dogs, the FDA says. Also, be aware that nut butters can include xylitol. If you give your dog nut butter as a treat or as a way to get your dog to take pills, check the label first to make sure it does not contain xylitol. And what about cats? According to the FDA, they are not fans of sweets, so xylitol doesn't seem to be a major threat for them. The Greytown Gazette requested comment on the above from vet, Dr M. Caldicott, who supported the findings and issued a warning not to give dogs chocolates or grapes both of which are toxic for the animals.
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The victorious U9 rugby team after their match against Cowan House B team. CALISTA Muna played in the KZN Dunlop Mini 2 Challenger Tennis tournament in Durban from 13-15 May. She won both the singles and doubles for girls U14. She played in the Uthungulu Tournament in Richards Bay from 27-29 May and won the open ladies’ singles and doubles events. Congratulations to Calista for these achievements and we encourage her to keep on working
hard as the fruits of her labour are showing. Form 1 report on trip to water treatment plant by Leah Tedder: “I have the privilege, on behalf of the Form 1 pupils, to tell you about the lovely class trip we went on 1 June. The water treatment plant in Greytown is where the water from Merthley Lake is purified into water we can drink without becoming ill. There are four
processes that this water goes through before it can flow through our taps: • Coagulation. This is a process whereby a chemical is added to the water to make the particles join together, making them heavier. • Sedimentation. During this process, the particles (which have joined) sink to the bottom. • Filtration. This process involves the water going through sand (and this acts like glue) making whichever particles are left get stuck in the sand. • Last but not least, the pure water is stored in tanks. A special thank you to Mr Munessar for allowing us to come to the treatment plant. Our dam is currently at 14%.” U9 Rugby vs Cowan House B won 35-0 and vs Cowan House A lost 10-15.The second game against Cowan House A was like a nail-biting World Cup final with Cowan House scoring in the dying seconds of the game. The highlight of the day, was having all the dads there. U11 Rugby vs Greytown Junior lost 10-15 and vs Cowan House lost 33-12. U13 Rugby vs Greytown Junior lost 37-0 and vs Cowan House U13B won 24-10. This was a festive rugby day at Wembley with boys playing their hearts out. The highlight was having so many dads support their boys. U13 Hockey Girls vs Cowan House 2 won 2-0, vs Hermannsburg won 1-0, vs Epworth won 2-0, vs Treverton drew 0-0, vs Cowan House 1 drew 0-0.
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Little Miss World 2016 Deante Swart, Little Miss World 2016, is collecting old clothes, blankets, etc., for her Greytown charities and would appreciate anything lying around your house that you are not using. Please call or text Dederick Swart on 084 233 1823 if you have donations. With your help we can achieve much more be the change.
The Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa is a registered non-profit organisation which supports people affected by muscular dystrophy and neuro-muscular dystrophy. We assist affected persons and their families by providing access to international information, workshops, groups, access to genetic counselling, referrals to health facilities and providing assistive devices. The term muscular dystrophy (MD) describes a disorder that affects the muscles, resulting in progressive wasting and weakness of the muscle. Symptoms may appear at birth, in early childhood, or later in life. Individuals of either sex and all ages and ethnic backgrounds can be affected by MD. Contact us for further information: NATIONAL OFFICE Tel: 011 472-9703 E-mail: national@mdsa.org.za Website: www.mdsa.org.za
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Wartburg and New Hanover soccer players.
New Hanover Prep School sports news
ON Saturday 4 June, New Hanover Prep hosted its annual bazaar sports festival. This takes place on the same day as the NH Lutheran
Weddings bells ring out Reverend Dumisani Mshibe, the minister at eKuthuleni Christian Church and Fisakuphi Ngubane were married on 14 May at Mbuba, KwaSkobho. The marriage service was conducted by Reverend Nyoka of the Zion Christian Church.
Church Bazaar and is always a highlight for our children and community. The school was a hive of activity
with 60 teams and over 600 players participating in the hockey and soccer festival. The aim of mini-sport festivals is to expose children to different sport codes and for them to have fun on the sport field. While introducing the children to competitive team sport, the focus is not on winning, rather on fostering the love of the game. At New Hanover Prep we emphasise the importance of team work and sportsmanship on and off the field. On Tuesday 31 May, NHP hosted a mini-hockey and soccer festival. The soccer was structured slightly differently in that the teams were made up of a combination of Wartburg and New Hanover boys, who played in mixed teams against one another. It was rather refreshing to take away the inter-school rivalry at this age, and to see the boys enjoying their soccer and making new friends.
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UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY BIDS INVITATION BIDS NO. 2016/05/26 Bids are invited in terms of section 19 of Umvoti Municipality Supply Chain Policy and the Municipal Systems Act No. 32 of 2000 as amended, and in terms of Section 110, 111 and 112 of the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 for the following: “SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF SINGLE CAB 2.8L”
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The Grade 3 pupils with their creations. AT New Hanover Prep we realise that creativity is as natural and necessary for children as fresh air and sunshine. This year every class has set aside a lesson each week to encourage critical and creative thinking. By focusing on exposing our children to creative experiences, we give them the gift of a rich and memorable childhood while laying the foundation for a lifetime of creative expression. Last week the Grade 3 pupils constructed a robot or rocket from junk to enrich their theme work on Space. The children then designed an advert to encourage people to buy their construction.Their creativity was encouraged to develop from their experiences with the process, rather than concern for the finished product. Each article made was unique and original, proving that creativity is not about doing something better than others, it is about thinking, exploring, discovering, and imagining.
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Brief history of Youth Day YOUTH Day, 16 June is the day that honours the deaths of many Soweto schoolchildren, a day in 1976 that changed the course of
The photo of Hector Pieterson (12) being carried by Mbuyisa Makhubo and his sister Antoinette crying hysterically alongside, was taken by ‘The World’ photographer, Sam Mzila and to this day is regarded as the iconic expression of the 1976 uprisings.
South Africa’s history. On that day the government and police were caught off guard, when the simmering anger of schoolchildren finally burst, releasing an intensity of emotion that the police controlled aggressively. SA History Online puts the number of dead at 200, far higher than the official figure of 23. In 1976 the government introduced the compulsory use of Afrikaans as a medium of instruction from Grade 7 – then Standard 5. Pupils, teachers and principals opposed the ruling on Afrikaans, for more or less the same reasons - teachers were ill-equipped to teach in the language, which was for most, a third language. When schools reopened in January 1976, parents and principals were unhappy, and at a meeting called by pupils they agreed that on 16 June pupils throughout Soweto would gather in a mass demonstration against Afrikaans. On 16 June they set off for Orlando West Secondary School with thousands coming in from all directions.
By 10.30am over 5 000 pupils had gathered in Vilakazi Street with many more streaming in – a total of 15 000 uniformed pupils were there. The plan, to move to the Orlando Stadium, did not happen as police, who had been called in, formed a wall facing the pupils, warning them to disperse – an order met with resistance. Tear gas was fired into the crowd and in the chaos, children ran back and forth, throwing stones at the police – who fired more tear gas. Then came the first shot – straight into the crowd and more shots were fired by police and 12year-old Hector Pieterson fell to the ground. Then all hell broke loose. Pupils targeted apartheid symbols - administrative offices, government buses and vehicles and municipal beer halls, were first looted and then set alight. By the end of the day thick clouds of black smoke hung over the township, and the streets were littered with upturned vehicles, stones and rocks. Anti-riot vehicles poured into
Soweto, roadblocks were erected at all entrances and the army was placed on alert . Violence spread to another volatile Johannesburg township, Alexandra, and then across South Africa. By 18 June, all schools in Soweto and Alexandra had been closed by the authorities. International solidarity movements were roused and gave their support to the pupils, putting pressure on the government to temper its repressive rule. This pressure was maintained throughout the 1980s, until resistance movements were finally unbanned in 1990. Principals were almost immediately allowed to choose their own medium of instruction, a major victory for the pupils. This is a very brief outline of why 16 June, which was first known as Soweto Day, but then changed to Youth Day, is commemorated in South Africa each year in June, which is also Youth Month.
Lighter look at Father’s Day FATHER’S Day is all about your Dad and celebrating the amazing things he has done for you. If you don’t want to get sentimental here are some caustic quotes for Father’s Day, which is on 19 June. “There should be a children’s song 'If you’re happy and you know it, keep it to yourself and let your dad sleep’.”
– Jim Gaffigan “Dad always thought laughter was the best medicine, which, I guess, is why several of us died of tuberculosis.” – Jack Handey “Never raise your hand to your children. “It leaves your groin unprotected.” – Red Buttons
“We wondered why when a child laughed, he belonged to Daddy, and when he had a sagging nappy that smelled like a landfill, ‘He wants his mother.’” – Erma Bombeck “Life was a lot simpler when what we honoured was father and mother rather than all major credit cards.” – Robert Orben.
Managing diabetes during Ramadan RAMADAN, the holiest month of the year for the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims started on Tuesday 7 June and will end on Wednesday 6 July. It is believed that the Qu’ran, the holy book of Islam, was revealed by the prophet Muhammad in this month. During this month, Muslims abstain from eating or drinking from dawn to sunset - fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. The other acts of worship are the shahadah, which is the declaration of faith, salat, the five daily prayers, zakat, or almsgiving, and the hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca. It is a time of strict observance where Muslims re-evaluate their lives in light of Islamic guidance. Children, people who are sick or who have mental illness, elderly people, travellers and women who are menstruating, postnatal, pregnant or breast-feeding do not have to fast. Muslims have varying Ramadan customs across the world, depending on their culture. Islamic traditions include: • Eating and drinking at sahoor, the pre-fast meal, just before dawn. • Not delaying breaking the fast at sunset, which is iftar time. • Breaking the fast with an odd number of fresh dates, or dried dates if none are available, or a few sips of water • Searching for the “Night of Power” or Laylat al-Qadr. According to Islamic tradition, this is when the first verses of the Qur’an were revealed to the prophet Muhammad by God. This falls within the last 10 nights of Ramadan. Given its significance in Islamic faith, not being able to participate in Ramadan due to a health condition can be
a devastating blow. Although the Qur’an specifically exempts people with a medical condition from the duty of fasting, many people with diabetes still choose to fast. The lack of food and water during the day, along with a heavy evening meal, can create serious health issues for people living with diabetes says Dr Aneesa Sheik, medical director, Lilly South Africa. They face major disruptions to their diet and daily routines, which may lead to serious complications among which are low or high blood sugar levels. A blood sugar level that is too low and left untreated can cause confusion, clumsiness, or fainting, and in the case of severe low blood sugar, can lead to seizures, coma, and even death. A high blood sugar level can damage blood vessels, and, over a long period of time, can result in serious complications, including irreversible organ damage. In general, fasting is very challenging for people living with diabetes, particularly patients with Type 1 diabetes, who are dependent on insulin. The Lilly Diabetes Conversation Map tool, specific to “Managing Diabetes during Ramadan” was launched in 2013 and used across the country and beyond. The Lilly Diabetes Conversation Map tool was created by Healthy Interactions, in collaboration with the International Diabetes Federation. It has been used in more than 40 countries and translated into more than 30 languages. For more information contact anne@tscommunications.co.za or phone 072 567 5075.
Celebrating ‘umemulo’
Nelisa Buhle Ngubane celebrated her ‘umemulo’, the traditional coming of age, in Emsengeni on 1 May. Nelisa works at Aheers Power Trade in Greytown.
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Greytown Spar winners Greytown Spar marketing manager, Tim Boetiger, presents customer Mr D. Dladla with his win of a R500 grocery voucher. There was much excitement too when the winner of a cow in the Spar competition was announced, which Bongani Ximba won.
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FOR the first time applications for special votes in the local government elections will be available online and via SMS. Special votes are available to all registered voters including the disabled, infirm and pregnant, as well as members of the security forces, election officials, the media and any other voters who are unable to visit their voting station on election day 3 August. Special votes are carried out through home visits or at your voting station for registered voters unable to vote on 3 August. Special votes may only be cast by voters who have applied for and received approval from the Electoral Commission to cast a special vote. Applications open at 8am on Friday 10 June and close at 5pm on Friday 8 July. For the first time applications for special votes will be available online via the Electoral Commission’s website www.elections.org.za and by SMSing the voter’s ID number to 32249 (SMS charged at R1). This SMS application facility is only available for those applying to cast a special vote at their voting station and not for home visits. Once their application has been processed, voters will receive a notification via email or SMS of whether their application for a special vote was successful or not. They can also check the status of their special vote application online at www.elections.org.za The traditional method of applying for a special vote at local IEC offices by submitting a MEC35 form is also still available. Forms must be hand-delivered but can be delivered on behalf of a voter by someone else. The process for casting a special vote is the same as a normal vote – with the exception that the completed ballot papers are sealed in an unmarked envelope which is then marked with the voter’s name, ID number and voting district number. IEC officials take the envelope and place it in a secure ballot box for special votes and the voter’s name is marked off the voters’ roll with “SV” to indicate a special vote.
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the soil. Then there are Stocks - their single stems dense with multiple beautiful blooms and their lasting spicy scent has been likened to cloves. Also a full winter sun fiend, seedlings can be planted during autumn and winter, spaced about 30cm apart in well composted soil. Regular watering and feeding will ensure ample flowering rewards. - Bedding Plant Growers Association.
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holder that cannot easily be bumped or blown over by the wind. It should not be placed near curtains or anything flammable. Do not leave a candle burning if you go to bed or leave the property. Also, never leave children unattended near a lit candle or any fire for that matter. People with extensive burn wounds need to be transported to hospital as soon as possible. Emergency services should be contacted immediately. For minor burns, run clean cool tap water over the burn for at least 10 to 20 minutes. If arms and legs are affected, try to elevate the person to decrease the swelling. What not to do if you sustain burn wounds: • Do not pop or remove blisters. • Do not put ice on the burn/s. • Do not use home remedies like coffee, butter, toothpaste, mustard, soy sauce and milk. The patient stands a greater chance of infection and further wound damage if these substances are used. ER24 Emergency Contact Centre can be reached on 084 124 for any medical emergency.
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Perky poppies FOR those lucky enough to have water for gardening now is the perfect time to nurture two winter sun-loving plants that will brighten the garden. Poppies and stocks thrive in a cooler climate. Renowned as the Remembrance Day flower, commemorating the fallen from World War I, it's easy to see how poppies with blood-red tissue-like petals became such a symbol. The plants flourish in full winter
sun and fertile soil with good drainage. They need protection from strong wind, and try to keep them away from heat reflecting walls and paving as they do not do well in the heat. Seedlings have very sensitive roots, so try and minimise any disturbance by watering your seedling tray before transplanting to keep the tray soil intact. Once planted, water frequently until they're established and
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Winter flowers FOR those who have enough water to keep their garden going through winter, two colourful flowers are suggested for planting - Primulas and Phlox. Phlox flower throughout the year and tolerate cold weather. Primula seedlings should be planted green (before flowers appear) and now is the perfect time to plant, do not leave it later than mid-May to plant these seedlings. Fairy Primrose make a wonderful display when planted en masse. Due to their height, they are a good filler for the middle to back section of flower beds. In containers and hanging baskets they can be used to create a vertical accent and are perfect for shady areas although they can tolerate dappled morning sun. It is a plant that thrives in the cool, short days of winter and early spring. They prefer soil that is rich in organic matter so it is important that you add compost to the soil be-
fore planting. Keep the soil moist, but not sodden and pay particular attention to watering if in pots or baskets. They are sturdy plants, and once established, require no attention beyond the occasional dead heading. If in beds, a soluble multi-feed, used every six weeks is adequate. Monthly feeding is preferable if in containers or hanging baskets. This feeding will ensure prolific blooming and healthy, strong plants that are wonderful for attracting butterflies. Phlox have an extremely neat and compact growth habit and well suited to container growing, for edging borders or for planting in a rockery. Phlox varieties perform best in well drained compost enriched soil. Be sure to water regularly but do not overwater as this will cause them to rot. - Bedding Plant Growers Association. For more, go to www.lifeisagarden.co.za
Warm up the youngsters UNTIL last weekend winter has been missing in Umvoti, but it certainly made it presence felt on Saturday and Sunday. There are a lot of youngsters who do not have any warm clothing or even
U16 Volleyball tournament IN spite of last Saturday’s freezing weather there was a good turn out of five clubs for the U16 volleyball event organised by Umzinyathi Volleyball Federation for the Umvoti cluster. Teams taking part were made up of boys and girls from Halalisani Volleyball Club, Mbuba Volleyball Club, Ophathe Volleyball Club, Nogida Volleyball Club, KwaMbhele Volleyball Club took part in the first round. IThembani and Muden Volleyball Clubs could not make it to the games due to unforeseen circumstances.Only five matches were played out of 10 per each gender according to the fixtures. The date for the next five will be set shortly. Mr A. Zuma from the Umzinyathi Volleyball Federation expressed appreciation to the two members of Umvoti Volleyball Association for conducting all the games, and to Indlovana School for the use of their playing fields and facilities. Any boys or girls 16 or younger, living in Umvoti who would like to play volleyball can either join one of the above clubs by the end of June, or contact Mr Zuma on 083 583 6606 for more information.
‘Phantastic Flox’.
Special birthday surprise CPS Seedlings a Commercial Seedling Nursery on the Mispah Road, Greytown, has a vacancy in their office for a:
a blanket. If you have jackets, pants, T-shirts pyjamas, etc., that your children have outgrown, please bundle them and drop off at the Greytown Gazette for distribution to the many in need.
Receptionist/Wage Clerk. Qualifications and Experience • Experience in in the above position will be advantageous • Stable work record • The successful applicant should be fluent in English (Afrikaans/Zulu will be an advantage) • Computer literate.( Microsoft Office) • Driver’s License and own transport essential
Greytown Giants LAST Friday the Greytown Giants played an away game against Winterton. Despite multiple injuries and only three reserves Greytown Giants lived up to their name even though the score, 65-5, does not reflect their strong and determined play. The heart and commitment shown by the players was inspiring. To quote the Winterton chairman's speech: "He has never seen
a team like Greytown with such big hearts and courage and who played to the last second no matter what the score was." He said it was a privilege to play rugby against the Greytown Giants. This is a team that should have the community's support - be there to cheer them on on Friday 17th against UKZN 3 at Greytown High School
Not only did the Greytown Feeding Project's new hall open it doors to feed 2 000 needy last Thursday, it was also the birthday of GFP chairman, D.R. Aheer the prime mover of the project. ABOVE: D.R. Aheer’s wife, grandchildren, staff and volunteers surprised him with a birthday cake at the opening.
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Greytown GAZETTE
15 June 2016
SPORT NEWS From the courts IT is the Greytown Tennis Club finals handicap and championship matches this weekend, which means tennis is of an exceptionally high standard. Visitors are more than welcome at this RTS and Organics for Africa-sponsored event. On Saturday the remaining champ semi-finals will be played and the handicap finals played. There will still be courts available for social tennis. On Sunday starting at 9am the championship finals will be played as follows: 9am - men’s singles: Clive Edkins vs Colin Corbishley 9am - ladies' singles: Calista
Muna vs Joanie Koller Men’s doubles: Clive Edkins and Michael Chiazzarri vs _ still to be determined Ladie’s doubles: Calista Muna and Debbie Comins vs Carol Adendorff and Joanie Koller. After the finals, prize giving will be followed by a bring and braai lunch - please bring meat and a salad to share. The following matches must be played during the week or early on Saturday: Martin Platt and Sylvia Varty vs Steve and Calista Muna (c) Amy Cope vs Calista Muna (h). Clive and Wendy Edkins vs Mike Barrow and Sue Thomson (h).
From the ditch PLENEGGY fun bowls day tomorrow, Thursday 16 June, Youth Day. By the time you read this it is almost too late to come along and join in the fun. For R60 you can meet with friends, old and new, play two games of fun bowls, teas and roast pork on the Weber for lunch. Contact Bryan Paul on 033 413 2157 or
Wessel Pretorius on 072 266 0835. Play starts about 9am so please get there earlier to register. Sannie Balzer won one of her games in the preliminary Masters in Underberg and one on Sunday, to come third in her section. Erika Fischer also won two of her five games to come fifth in her section.
Greytown Country Club news THE Sanlam Cancer Challenge will be played on Saturday 18 June. R160 entry includes the green fees and halftime. Entry is on the board. Our lives are affected by cancer on a daily basis, either through friends or family. Please take this opportunity to help someone suffering from cancer and let’s play golf against cancer. Nita Fourie lost out on the money as she was not present at the time of the draw. The next attendance draw will be on Friday with
R1 000 up for grabs. Be here from 6.30pm and you could be the lucky winner. The “9@9” entry fee is R50 and to play 18 holes is R80. Richard Chiazzari is sponsoring a chicken for the “9@9” that will be up for the winning on Sunday mornings. Egon Kassier won the chicken on Sunday 12 June with 18 points. Quiz evening at the club on Saturday 2 July. Teams of four enter at R10 per player. Please enter. Soup will be served during the event at R40 per person. RSVP for catering purposes. Dates to diarise 18 June - Sanlam Cancer Challenge 24 June - Happy Hour 25 June - Spar boerie run 2 July - Mascor Monthly Mug 2 July - Quiz night
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Greytown Racing Pigeon Club news RACE two is over and done with and the brothers Naicker are once again at the fore with a win from Winburg. Liberated in fine weather at 7.15am, the first arrival was clocked at 11.56 attaining a velocity of 1229.382 metres per minute to gain the first position, followed by more arrivals at 12.08, 12.18pm to fill second and third places. Wait a minute, what is this newcomer Chris Uys checking into fourth place at 12.30pm. at a velocity of 1067 metres per minute, followed by the Mafia.
Just to rub Old Grizzle's nose in the dirt, Chris Uys clocked another at 12.55 - a case of the pupil teaching the teacher. At last the Old Grizzle's bird put in an appearance at 12.57 and after a long wait a second bird came waltzing in at 15.17. The Naickers, not to be outdone, clocked the final at 15.20. Next we fly from Bloemfontein, a distance of approximately 425kms, which all being well, should be a flying time of five and a half hours. Latest on Attie Joubert on Sun-
day is that he has had another operation. Get well soon Attie, we are praying for you. Results: Naicker Bros: 1; 2; 3; 5; 9: 1229.386; 1176.945; 7.410; 1029.229; 711.552. Chris Uys: 4;6; 1067.147; 1015,252 Trevor Tatham: 7; 8th: 1008.709; 716.160. Good flying. The Greytown Gazette apologises to Greytown Racing Pigeon Club members for the non-publication of this report last week.
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