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Seasons greetings from the mayor of Umvoti

HIS Worship, the Mayor of Umvoti Municipality Councillor Thamsanqa Clive Ngubane, would like to wish the community of Umvoti Munici pality and the people of KwaZuluNatal a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. “I wish to see us all entering the New Year in good health and to advise that those who will be using our roads drive safely, to obey all road rules as well as exercise patience to other road users. To all those that will be taking part in this season’s festivities, please exercise caution. May all your well wishes come true during these holidays. Wishing you a prosperous and joyful year ahead.” IMeya kaMasipala waseMvoti ukhansela Thamsanqa Clive Ngubane ufisela umphakathi owakhele u masipala wase Mvoti namaphethelo kanye nesifun dazwe saKwaZuluNatal sonke uKhisimusi omuhle onezibusiso nonyaka omusha onempumelelo. “Ngifisa ukubona bonke abantu bengena onyakeni omusha bephephile bese kuthi labo abazobe besebenzisa imigwaqo bashayele ngokucophelela bathobele imithetho yemigwaqo bese futhi bebekezelelane nabanye emgwaqweni. Kulabo abazobe bezithokozisa kufanele bajabule bazibheke. Nginifisela okuhle kodwa sengathi nani enikufisayo kungaba yimpumelelo kulamaholidi”.

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Do not take lifts from strangers A young man suffered a terrifying and traumatic experience last week when he was “kidnapped” and assaulted by three men who had offered him a lift last Tuesday. The 28 year old had been shopping and then made his way to the Ngome taxi rank in Durban to catch a taxi home. As he waited, a white van with three men drew up and offered him a lift to Ngome – he accepted. They locked in him the back of the van

– there were two teen age girls already in there. The man noticed that the van was on the Kranskop road, not the Ngome road, when it stopped. The door was unlocked – the three asked if he knew them, and he told them he did not. They then held him down and started assaulting him the two girls were crying and asking why they were hitting the man.The driver told the other two not to stab him as he did not want blood in the vehicle but that they

must remove his private parts and they stripped him of his pants Fortunately he managed to escape into the bushes alongside by which time it was dark. The van drove off with the girls and the victim’s money, cell and shopping. The victim, managed to make his way late that night to his place of employment. On Wednesday he and his mother went to Greytown Police Station to open a case. The Constable at the desk said he was busy and

What’s happening over the festive season THIS issue of the Greytown Gazette is the final one for 2016 - the office closes today and will reopen at 8am on Thursday, 12 January. The first issue for 2017 is Wednesday, 18 January. As usual, deadline for display advertising is 1pm on Friday, 13 January, classified at 9am on 16 January and reports 10 am on the Monday. Schools in the district are requested to send through matric details, pass rates, achievements and photographs when they become available to greytowngazette@gmail.com and gazetteoffice@gmail.com General news, Christmas, New Year, sports photos and reports all welcome please email. Christmas Day falls on Sunday, 25 December, Day of Goodwill on Monday, 26 December and for some reason Tuesday, 27 December has been declared a public

Greytown Primary School Dux

Congratulations to Joshua Moodley who at the Greytown Primary School was awarded dux and numerous subject prizes as can be seen in the photograph. Joshua, who is an extremely committed student, and his family expressed their appreciation to the GPS staff for their high level of dedication and hard work. Joshua is the son of Dhinen and Rosalyn Moodley of Greytown.

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holiday. On the Umvoti Municipal front, offices will be open from 7.45am to noon on Wednesday 28, Thursday 29 and Friday 30 December. The library will be closed on Saturday 24 and Saturday 31 December. Refuse removal will operate as usual. For emergencies contact G911 at 033 417 2911. Because of the expected increase in traffic and pedestrians over the Christmas holidays, Sergeant Street will be closed on 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31 December. During this period, because of the increased flow of traffic, drivers are also requested to avoid Durban Street and to use Voortrekker Street for parking or the upper level of Mavundla Mall. Please drive safely and consider other road users. If you are travelling out of town - hambe kahle and safe return home.

Weather update LOOKS like the scorching searing hot weather will continue throughout with Christmas Eve being the first day according to the weather forecasts to rain - with a high temperature of 25. Weather predicted for Christmas Day is a cloudy day with a high of 21. First predictions of more than just a drizzle are for Wednesday, 28 December. Lake Merthly is 29,88% full with no real rainfall recorded in the past week. A reminder that Greytown is still in a serious drought situation and that the water restrictions still apply. The Craigieburn pipeline which Umzinyathi District Municipality and Umvoti Municpality promoted as the solution to the chronic water supply situation has been converted instead into a R50 million “down the pipes” project. Why is it that the Department of Water Affairs and the municipalities will not dust off the plans for “The Gem” dam which were drawn up many years ago as a feasible and economic solution to the area's water supply?

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anyway why did he take a van and not a taxi and did not open a case. The traumatised young man told this to the manager of Chicken Express when he and his mother were eating on Wednesday late morning. She contacted the Greytown Gazette and the two came to the office where he repeated what had happened. The Greytown Gazette editor phoned Lieutenant Colonel Mchunu to complain about the Charge Office response – he requested the

victim came to his office to report. A case was then opened and the Constable in the Charge Office was told by the Colonel to apologise to the traumatised young man. The Greytown Gazette is publishing this report as a warning to members of the community not to accept lifts from strangers, particularly when they are carrying money and goods. Unfortunately the registration of the van was not obtained and the plight of the two girls is unknown.

Murderformoney five denied bail IN refusing bail for the five murder-formoney accused, Greytown Magistrate CF Masikane said that the community expected people who committed “inhumane and heinous offences” like these to be kept in custody. He expressed the view that because of their alleged propensity to kill, they would pose a danger to public safety. Masikane further stated that the arguments put forward in favour of granting bail for the five did not prove any exceptional circumstances to warrant the granting of bail. The state alleges that the three women, Doris Dladla-Zaco of Pietermaritzburg and Mildred Khoza of Greytown - both teachers - and health department employee from Pietermaritz-

burg Hlengiwe Zuma, had orchestrated the three murders and one attempted murder. The alleged hitmen were Zamokwakhe Khanyile and Mandla Khumalo of Greytown. In the case put forward, it is alleged that life insurance policies were taken out in favour of the women on the victims who were either drugged or plied with alcohol - two were then run over, one shot and a fourth suffered two attempts but survived. The case was adjourned to 19 January when the five will appear in the Greytown Magistrate Court for the date of the case to be heard in the Pietermaritzburg High Court.

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Window on Wembley WEMBLEY College held their senior primary prize giving on 1 December and we would like to congratulate all of the award winners. This evening served to remind us all that hard work is rewarded. We would like to offer a special word of congratulations to the following scholars: Senior primary top achievers: Grade 4: Caitie van Zuydam Grade 5: Tanja Thomas Grade 6: Mark Schofield Mascor trophy - Junior dux: Joshua Bloemink Senior primary sport: Bollands trophy - Junior sports girl: Sarah Barber and Leah Tedder Brian Corbishley trophy - Junior sports boy: Nkosinathi Dlamini ABSA Bank - SP Good Fellowship: Kristen Steyn Aheers Trading trophy - SP Service Above Self: Amoré van Rooyen. The Board and Staff of Wembley College would like to wish the Greytown community a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. We trust that this festive season will bring each of you much joy. We should all take this time to cherish family and friends, and recharge for the year ahead. May 2017 be a year full of happiness and blessings for us all. Congratulations to four Wembley staff members on their election onto the Umzinyathi Hockey Committee for 2017. They will be involved in the trials processes as well as the Inland Hockey Tournament. They will fulfil the following portfolios: Leon Jackson: Umzinyathi vice chairman and U13 boys umpire. Cameron van Schalkwyk: Umzinyathi

High girls co-ordinator and U14 girls coach. Monique van der Merwe: Umzinyathi U12 girls umpire. Gareth Larkan: Umzinyathi U18 boys coach

With the awards (front, from left) Lusanda Majola, Service to School, Lungelo Sithole, Reading and Computers, Asanda Mbatha and Zama Zungu, Fellowship, LeighAnne Boshoff, dux, Aphiwe Shange, Initiative and Leadership, and (back, from left) Bandile Duma, Sport, Anele Radebe, Progress in Maths and Service to School and Nokubongwa Zwane, Progress and Endeavour.

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ST David’s Diocesan School held its prize giving on 1 December. Families, friends and invited guests were entertained by the school and choir singing a variety of songs, accompanied by Mrs Kate Newmarch on the guitar. After the awards and thanks, the Grade 7 class presented an extract from Akimbo by Alexander McCall Smith, a story about how ivory poachers were prevented from shooting an elephant family and were arrested, thanks to the bravery of Akimbo. Each Grade 1 pupil received a story book for successfully completing the first year at school. Each Grade 2 pupil received a certificate for his or her special talent and contribution to the class. The following pupils received certificates: Grade 3: Thingo Mkhize for academic excellence. Uzubenathi Xulu and Layla Mthimkhulu for academic achievement. Sisanda Mthembu and Rudi Boshoff for good progress Grade 4: Teagon Alexander for academic excellence. Melokuhle Mvelase for excellence in mathematics. Amy-Lee Gilson, Kelly Howard, Nothando Masikane, Anele Ntshingila, Awande Ntshingila and Jacob Turner for academic achievement. Mpendulo Mkhize, Andiswa Mthembu and Bandile Ngubane for progress. Grade 5: Chante Brown and Zanamhla Ndlovu for academic achievement. Samkelisiwe Luthuli, Sandisiwe Makhatini and Lindelwa Mhlongo for diligence. Snenhlanhla Lerolle and Singatha Matanzima for conscientious effort. Wandile Ngubane for progress Grade 6: Linique Alexander, Alzanne Barnard, Mordecai Nsele and Nkabenhle Nxumalo for academic excellence. Victor Mpofu and Shanice Mutakiwa for academic achievement. Erika-Anne Edwards, Buhle Masuku and Nozibusiso Mchunu for diligence; Minenhle Dlomo and Owethu Ngubo for conscientious effort.

Mrs Di Mason, guest of honour, presented the special awards to Grade 7. St David’s would like to express its appreciation to the sponsors for their generosity. St James’s Women’s Guild English award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Nel and Stevens Afrikaans award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Platt Plant Maths award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Newmarch Natural Science award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Mrs G.C. Holdt Social Science award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Leslie Lee Progress award: Nokubongwa Zwane Hill Forestry Technology award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Sean Barrow: Economic and Management Sciences award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Terra Craig Art and Drama award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff Bart’s Computers award: Lungelo Sithole Terra Craig Trophy for Progress in Maths: Anele Radebe Mary James Trophy for Reading: Lungelo Sithole Thompson Trophy for Endeavour: Nokubonga Zwane St David’s Trophy for Initiative: Aphiwe Shange Greytown Build-it Leadership Trophy: Aphiwe Shange Mary Slatter Trophy for Service to School: Lusanda Majola and Anele Radebe Award sponsored by Holme Lacy Farms: Ubuntu Trophy for Fellowship: Asanda Mbatha and Zamancwane Zungu Morgan Cup for Achievement in Sport: Bandile Duma B.W. Lamb Dux award: Leigh-Anne Boshoff.

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SANDF donate water in Greytown AS part of its community outreach programme, the Regional Works Unit KZN of the South African National Defence Force visited Greytown last week handing out much appreciated water to Enhlalakahle residents. Under the leadership of the Officer Commanding of RWU KZN, Captain (SAN) Solomon Mashigo, the unit established its community outreach project committee. Since then it has undertaken a number of outreach projects, from renovating a crèche at Adams Mission; making and donating furniture to needy families in Pongola and many other very worthwhile community projects. This year in March 2016, members working at RWU KZN donated water towards the East Coast Radio water drive to help the many in KZN affected by the severe

drought. Mashigo then decided that RWU KZN must have their own water project and donated sealed 5lt water bottles towards the project. One of the members working at RWU KZN told his congregation (Methodist Church, City Central Mission) about this initiative and church members donated a generous 1000 5 litre water. During December 2016, RWU KZN requested Army Support Base, Durban to supply a 10 000 litre water bunker. Together with the water bunker and 1 500 5l bottles, on Wednesday, 14 December the delegation from the South African National Defence Force, led by Mashigo from the Navy met with the Mayor Cllr Thami Ngubane and Ward 7 Councillor Vukani Sibisi to hand over the donation of bottled water to the most affected area of Enhlalakahle.

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Umvoti Aids Centre Christmas party THERE was so much joy and happiness expressed by the 195 children who attended the Umvoti AIDS Centre Christmas party held on 3 December. The youngsters from Lindalani, Tintown

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Award winners at the Hermannsburg Primary School awards ceremony, held at the end of the 2016 school year.

Hermannsburg happenings CONGRATULATIONS go to all our primary school pupils for their achievements over the past year, for which they were honoured at the awards ceremony at the end of the school year. Of special note are the achievements of Henriette Jansen van Vuuren (outstanding achievements in music, Trinity College Level 1 award in Graded Exam for Grade 2 Recorder with Merit, ABRSM Music Theory Grade 1 passed with distinction), Francois

J van Vuuren (music beginner prize), Nicola Ortmann (good input in music, Royal Schools of Music Grade 1 Descant Recorder), Carolina Hoffmann (good progress in music, Trinity College - Level 1 Award in Graded Exam for Grade 2 Recorder with Merit), Stephanie Meyer (Trinity College - Level 1 Award in Graded Exam for Grade 2 Recorder with Merit, ABRSM Music Theory Grade 1 - passed with distinction). Other outstanding achievement

awards went to Jonathan Königkrämer (prize for showing great talent and a keen interest in natural and social sciences and for being a productive member of the Mpumalanga Tour of this year), Mischa Chetty (HMB Trust Prize for a scholar who is an environmental enthusiast and who has taken part in Big Birding Day, the Nature Club and the Enviroquiz), Rachel Bourn (Afrikaans first additional language prize in Grade 7, for the top achievement and showing an

active interest in the language), Mishka Khan (Rudolf & Jo Aulfes trophy for the scholar achieving the highest combined mark and showing an active interest in the three languages offered at Hermannsburg - German, English and Afrikaans). Several scholars also received certificates for their participation in the Core Skills Tests, non-curriculum based assessments focusing on the application of cross-curricular skills and knowledge in

Grade 6: Nicola Ortmann received a gold certificate (90-100%), silver certificates (75-89%) went to Mishka Khan, Benjamin Rabe, Dale Sosibo and Greg Kassier and bronze certificates (60 - 74%) went to Zahra Mahomed, Junior Nyirenda, Lamees Rawat, Brielle Swanlow and Jessica Vroegop. Thank you to all the teachers and parents who worked hard to teach and support our scholars throughout 2016.

Do things differently this year THE festive season is upon us and like This year, says Mpho Ramapala, Manager: previous years, many people will fall into a Education & Communications National debt trap by succumbing to the urge of Credit Regulator (NCR) “we want to warn and spending money they don’t have. educate consumers to be money-wise and dif-

ferent so that they can enjoy a happy new year”. NCR’s credit bureau monitor states that there are 24.08 million credit active consumers, 14.41 million (59.8%) are in good standing and 9.67 million (40.2%) have impaired records which means three or more payments in arrears or which reflects a judgment or administration order. Should consumers find that they are battling to pay their debts, Ramapala advises such consumers to contact their credit providers to negotiate lower repayments or to contact a debt counsellor for assistance. Tips on spending wisely during and after the festive season: • Do a budget for the festive season and include all debt, rent, electricity, water, insurance, transport, gifts, entertainment, etc; • Request a pre-agreement statement and quotation when applying for credit. This will enable you to shop around and do a comparison on the cost of credit. • Seek loans with NCR-registered credit providers only. Such credit providers will have a window decal (an orange sticker with the NCR logo) and a registration certificate that will also state the NCR credit provider registration number.

• Do not leave your identity documents, bank cards, PINS and Sassa cards with credit providers when applying for credit. This is a criminal offence. Report cases where your bank or Sassa cards and identity documents were taken by credit providers to your local police station. • Be wary of “buy now, pay after three months deals” and then incurring additional credit during those three months. • When going shopping, have a shopping list to avoid buying unnecessary items. • Be proactive and double-up on your regular payments such as mortgage or rent, lights and water (arrange with your credit providers). That way you will be able to afford costs such as school fees and uniform which will hit you at the start of the new year. • Entertain at home. Ask guests to bring something for the meal so you share the costs of your festive entertainment. • Each year, set up a separate fund for birthday and Christmas presents as well as holidays. Keeping this money separate will enable you to save for special occasions, while at the same time fund your day-to-day living expenses without going into debt. • Use your bonus to reduce your debt burden by paying off existing loans.

Tips on how not to go broke this festive season ENJOY the festive season with family and friends and, most importantly, without going broke through overspending. • Put a limit on your total spending and keep to it. • Make a list of all anticipated spending and what each item or event will cost - commit to cash only spending. • Manage your children’s expectations by sharing and explaining your budget. • Make it gifts for the young only with extended family and friends. • Give baked goods and food items as presents. • Provide a service or use a talent, skill or hobby as gifts. • Have your children spend their own money for gifts.

• Volunteer or give of your time as a gift. • Give from the heart and start a tradition of giving “love gifts”. • Give gifts that meet a need and suggest gifts you need and that you would buy anyway. • Set aside money for unplanned miscellaneous expenses. • Delay some gift requests for an upcoming birthday or another special occasion. • Remember what the holiday season is all about. The last tip is the most important. Remembering “the reason for the season” is the key - how many gifts do you remember. Rather spend time making memories with family and friends.

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Muden launches new CPF MUDEN had a successful meeting in the Messiah Church on Wednesday, 7 December at which the new Community Policing Forum was launched with the following members: Chairperson: Thandanani Lembethe

Members of the new Muden Community Policing Forum together with Constable Zandile Mkhize, who is the co ordinator, and Captain Mhlope.

Vice chair: Mandla Skahkhane Secretary: Phumelele Mchunu Deputy secretary: Nompumelelo Xulu PRO: Menzi Myaka Additional members: Mkhobiseni Mkhize, Lungasan Ndlovu, Mncube and VJ Ndawonde.

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until the sorbet is scoopable, 1 to 2 hours more. • To serve, scoop the sorbet into dishes and eat immediately. Two ingredient recipes. Chocolate fudge Ingredients 450g dark or white chocolate One tin condensed milk. Method Melt chocolate in microwave, heating half the amount for one minute then stir. Add the rest of the chocolate and keep stirring, in 10 seconds bursts until all is melted. Stir in condensed milk until well mixed Press fudge into a 20x20cm

baking tin lined with baking paper and refrigerate until set. To make it three ingredients half a cup chopped walnuts pushed into the top of the fudge.

Sprinkle top with oats and freeze for 2 hours Cut into fingers and roll into extra oats to coat. Makes 12

bubbles form all over the surface and flip. Cook 1-2 minutes and serve

Energy bars Ingredients 400 g pitted dates 420g oats and extra for coating Method Place dates in food processor and process until a jam-like consistency - if too dry add a little hot water. Add oats one cup at a time until mixture starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Press mixture into 17x27cm tin lined with baking paper.

Pancakes Ingredients 3 small ripe bananas 3 eggs lightly beaten (Proportion should be 1/3 mashed banana to 1 egg) Method Mash bananas well Whisk in eggs until well combined Heat a non-stick frying pan, or grease a pan with cooking spray, over a low to medium heat. Pour in 1/3 of the batter and cook until

Nutella mousse Ingredients 2 cups cream 1 cup Nutella Method Beat the cream until light and fluffy. Add Nutella and continue to beat until well mixed. Pour into individual serving bowls. Chill over night or at least six hours. To add another ingredient - dissolve two teaspoons of instant coffee in a teaspoon of hot water and add to the mix. - Jenny Cheung, Kidspot Australia.

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25 National Pumpkin Pie Day 27 Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day 27 National Fruitcake Day 28 Card Playing Day 29 Pepper Pot Day 30 Bacon Day 30 National Bicarbonate of Soda Day 31 Make Up Your Mind Day 31 New Year's Eve 31 Unlucky Day

Bizarre December days 1 Eat a Red Apple Day 1 World Aids Awareness Day 2 National Fritters Day 3 Advent begins 3 National Roof over Your Head Day 4 Santas' List Day 4 Wear Brown Shoes Day 5 Bathtub Party Day 6 St Nicholas Day 6 Put on your own Shoes Day 7 Letter Writing Day

7 National Cotton Candy Day 8 National Brownie Day 8 Take it in the Ear Day 9 Christmas Card Day 9 National Pastry Day 10 Human Rights Day 11 International Children's Day 11 National Noodle Ring Day 12 National Ding-a-Ling Day 13 Ice Cream Day 13 Violin Day 14 International Monkey Day

14 National Bouillabaisse Day 14 Roast Chestnuts Day 15 National Lemon Cupcake Day 16 National Chocolate Covered Anything Day 17 National Maple Syrup Day 18 Bake Cookies Day 18 National Roast Suckling Pig Day 19 Look for an Evergreen Day 19 Oatmeal Muffin Day

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Grey water do’s and don’ts IF want to reduce your water consumption then you’ve most likely been researching or already have installed a grey-water system for your home. Grey water allows plants to grow where fresh water may not be readily available or allowed, thanks to the harsh restrictions in place. While it is costly upfront, you’ll end up saving up to 50% of your fresh water usage and helping to save the planet when it needs us most. But before you go ahead and reroute all your plumbing, there are few things to take note of: Don’t: • Use grey water piped from the kitchen sink or dishwasher. Both use chemicals that are toxic to plants and some even have longterm effects on certain plants. • Allow grey water to sit in a container or silo for too long. It needs to preferably keep moving or it can stagnate and turn toxic from bacterial growth. • Allow access to the grey water for pets and children – grey water is safe for plants, but not for consumption. • Let grey water pool in the garden. Grey water should never flood the garden as the bacteria in the water will clog the soil and prevent drainage. Irrigate properly so it disperses and drains into the soil quickly. • Let grey water into any irrigation system. Rather spray using a hose and pump to prevent contamination. Do: • Use biodegradable shampoos, conditioners, detergents and soaps.

This will lessen the likelihood of bacteria and toxin buildup and will dissolve into the soil naturally. • Catch the “warm up” water from the shower while you’re waiting for the water to warm up. This is the

highest quality grey water as it is soap free. • Spray grey water with a low pressure hose or sprinkler. • Use the grey water as soon as possible so it doesn’t sit and stagnate.

Grey water is the relatively clean waste water from baths, sinks, washing machines and other kitchen appliances.

Average job or licence bribe is R2 200 survey LOWER income groups find it more difficult to get through daily life without paying a bribe is the finding of the second South African Citizen’s Bribery Survey, conducted by The Ethics Institute and sponsored by Massmart-Walmart. The results show that 48% of the respondents who earn less than R100 000 per annum thought it was difficult to navigate daily life without paying a bribe while only 27% of the higher income group (R500 000 and more per annum) believe the same. Professor Deon Rossouw, CEO of The Ethics Institute, says: “Our survey respondents are typically from a wide socioeconomic range so this year we decided to focus specifically on the difference between the experience of bribery of South Africans in higher versus lower

income groups. “We found that South Africans with lower income find it significantly more difficult to get through everyday life without paying a bribe, particularly with respect to bribes to secure jobs. There is a certain injustice in the fact that those who have the least resources are most vulnerable to being targeted. “It is a reflection of the desperation of many in our society and an uncomfortable reminder that the adage 'bread first, morals later' might hold true.” According to survey respondents the top five reasons for resorting to bribery are to avoid traffic offences (36%); to secure a job (18%), to obtain a driver’s licence (15%); to get a tender (7%), and to receive unauthorised discounts from business

(4%). The survey results also show that lower income groups are 17% more vulnerable to paying bribes for jobs, while those with an income of more than R500 000 in turn experience 16% more tender bribery than the low income group. The average bribe was R2 200 – an increase of R195 over last year. Bribery for driver’s licences was also eight percent higher for the lower income respondents, which according to Prof Rossouw, could reflect the value that a driver's licence has in relation to securing a job at this income level. The survey findings were based on interviews with more than 4553 South Africans from urban centres in Gauteng, Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and Western Cape. Massmart.

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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Keeping the family healthy ACROSS South Africa thousands of households are feeling the pressure of a tight household food budget. It's often easier to grab fast food or ready-made meals, which may be a huge time-saver, but may not be the healthiest option for our body. Just simply knowing and understanding which foods are good for you and how to organise them, could change the well-being of the whole family. Breakfasts for Better Days dietician, Cheryl Meyer, shares her top tips on keeping the family and your bank account healthy. Plan ahead Planning ahead of time means you are less likely to overspend on snacks and onto-go options or overeat as a family. It also means that you can plan healthy options for everyone, using ingredients that are accounted for across the week. A big plus about planning ahead is cost-effectiveness - thorough planning of meals and snacks means you can stick to a shopping list and because all items will be used during the course of the week, it reduces wastage. Breakfast for a better day Making time for breakfast should be a priority. Having a balanced breakfast like a bowl of cereal and milk can ensure you are getting many of the vital vitamins your family needs including iron, vitamin A and protein.

Eat your five a day Aim to include plenty of vegetables and fruit during the day. These can accompany your morning cereal, provide a snack throughout the day and give the perfect added extra to evening meals. Incorporate fruit and vegetables in your diet that cover a spectrum of different colours. This will add visual-appeal to your plate while increasing the number and variety of vitamins, minerals and protective compounds that you consume. Limit sugar and salt Try to limit your intake of artificial sugars or added sugar to meals. If you are looking for a little extra flavour, use natural herbs and spices during food preparation rather than added salt and sugar. This also means trying to avoid sugar in tea and coffee. Gradually reduce the amount you add until you can leave it out altogether this means you have time to adjust and soon won't miss it at all. Help growth Proteins are vital for muscle repair and growth. If your budget is a little tight, serve meat less often opting instead for beans and other legumes, fish or chicken. Legumes like split peas, lentils and dry beans are also a great way to make a meat dish go meal a further by bulking up your meal and increasing your fibre intake. GGi Communications.

Paraskevidekatriaphobics

beware! ANYONE suffering from triskaidaphobia had a fairly fear free 2016, with just one Friday the 13th in May. However 2017 kicks off with such a day right at the start January, Friday the 13th. It’s impossible to say just how or when the number thirteen got such a reputation. There are a number of theories - that it comes from the Last Supper because Jesus was betrayed afterwards by one of the thirteen present. It also featured in Norse mythology -the god Odin invited eleven of his closest friends to a dinner party at his home in Valhalla, only to have his party crashed by Loki, god of evil and turmoil, so making 13. Legend has it that Balder, a much loved god, tried to throw Loki out of the party, resulting in a fight and Balder’s death with a mistletoe-tipped arrow. While 13 is associated with the number of people at the Last Supper, the Crucifixion took place on a Friday, thus leading to an association of back luck with the combination of this number and day. Paraskevidekatriaphobia, fear of Friday the 13th is said to the one of the most widespread superstition in the United States. It has been reported that up to 900 million dollars are lost every Friday 13th through people believing this superstition and avoiding moving out of the home. Some sayings for the pho-

bics or non-phobics * Don't be superstitious. Nothing will happen on Friday the 13th that cannot happen on Saturday the 14th. * Fear of Friday the 13th one of the most popular myths in science is called paraskavedekatriaphobia as well as friggatriskaidekaphobia. Triskaidekaphobia is fear of the number 13. * President Franklin D. Roosevelt would not travel on the 13th day of any month and would never host 13 guests at a meal. Napoleon and President Herbert Hoover were also triskaidekaphobic, with an abnormal fear of the number 13. * Superstitious diners in Paris can hire a quatorzieme, or professional 14th guest. For anyone who really suffers from an overdose of this phobia -the following superstitions would be closely adhered to: * If you cut your hair on Friday the 13th, someone in your family will die. * If a funeral procession passes you on Friday the 13th, you will be the next to die. * Do not start a trip on Friday or you will encounter misfortune. * If you break a mirror on Friday the 13th, you will have seven years of bad luck. * Ships that set sail on a Friday will have bad luck. * If you walk under a ladder or if a black cat crosses you on Friday the 13th, you will have bad luck.

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MATRICS 2016 HAVE A BALL Coolair matric ball at Golden Horse

Snethemba Zondi, Jaylene Harrilal (deputy headgirl) and Shaviq Ticka.

GSS matric ball 2016

Some of the glamourous Coolair matrics at their end of year ball at the Golden Horse Casino in Pietermaritzburg on 1 December (from left) Kelisha Reddy, Caitlyn Pillay, Trisha Locknath, Priyanka Ramdass and Sivani Naidoo.

GREYTOWN Secondary School matric 2016 class held their end of school ball at Greytown Bowls Club on Saturday, 9 December. All the girls look exceptionally glamourous and the young men very stylish. Some of those at the event were:

Very with it matrics at their end of year ball (from left) Keeveshen Moodley, Yaeesh Sayed, Nashendren Pillay, Nithesh Maharaj and Adrian Ballaram.

Mzothule Dlamini (deputy headboy) and Alandivengali Dlamini. PHOTOS: KATHIJA LERATO KUNDETHE

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Fun Christmas quiz

A history of Christmas cakes PHOTO: SOURCED

The trick with a great Christmas cake is in the timing. All Christmas cakes are made in advance.

CHRISTMAS cake is an English tradition 100g (1 cup) raw walnuts that began as plum porridge. 100g (1 cup) raw pecan nuts People ate the porridge on Christmas Eve, 150g (about 1 cup) Medjool dates, pitted using it to line their stomachs after a day 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon of fasting. Soon dried fruit, spices and honey ½ teaspoon ground ginger were added to the porridge mixture and ¼ teaspoon mixed spice eventually it turned into Christmas pudding. A generous pinch of nutmeg In the 16th century, oatmeal was removed 45ml (3 tablespoons) cocoa powder from the original recipe and butter, wheat Pinch of salt flour and eggs were added. These ingredi1 tablespoon coconut oil ents helped hold the mixture together, re1-2 tablespoons maple syrup sulting in a boiled plum cake, sugar paste, Preserved fruit or fresh fruit, for finishing for Easter. For Christmas, they made a simiMethod: lar cake using seasonal dried fruit and spiCombine the dried fruit mix and ces. The spices represented the exotic east- preserved ginger pieces with the brandy in ern spices brought by the Wise Men. This a bowl. Set aside to macerate for an hour cake became known as ‘Christmas cake’. or to speed up the process, heat in the microChristmas cakes are made many different wave for 40 seconds. ways, but generally they are variations on Toast the nuts in a pan over a medium classic fruitcake. They can be light, dark, heat until they smell fragrant and nutty. Set moist, dry, heavy, spongy, leavened, unleav- aside to cool. ened, and more. They are made in many difPlace the pitted dates in a food processor ferent shapes, with frosting, glazing, a dust- and blitz until broken down. ing of confectioner's sugar or plain. The traAdd all the spices, cocoa powder, salt, ditional Scottish Christmas cake, also coconut oil and maple syrup to the dates and known as the Whisky Dundee, is very popu- pulse to combine. lar. It is a light crumbly cake with currants, Transfer the date mixture to a mixing raisins, cherries and Scotch whisky. Other bowl. Pulse the nuts and all the macerated types of Christmas cakes include an apple fruit until fine, but still with some texture. crème cake and a mincemeat cake. The apAdd the nut mixture to the dates and work ple crème cake is made with apples, other together by hand until all the ingredients fruit, raisins, eggs, cream cheese and whip- are incorporated. ping cream. The mincemeat cake is made If your food processor is large enough, with traditional mincemeat or vegetarian add all the ingredients at once and pulse to mincemeat, flour, eggs, etc. It can also be combine. steamed as a Christmas pudding. Press the cake mixture into a greased The trick with a great Christmas cake is in 15cm round cake tin, cover with foil and the timing. All Christmas cakes are made freeze until firm, about 3 hours. in advance. 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1. Name the eight reindeer that carry Father Christmas on his sleigh (and no, Rudolph is not one of them). 2. What is Father Christmas called in Holland, France. America, Norway and Italy?

3. When does Advent start? 4. In ancient lore, what was the Christmas tree called? 5. In South Africa, 26 December is known as the Day of Goodwill – what was it

called before (and still is in Britain) and why? 6. What gifts did the three wise men take to baby Jesus? 7. What is Twelfth Night? 8. Who is St. Thomas? See page 14 for answers.

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Greytown GAZETTE

21 December 2016

SPORT NEWS St Cathryn’s news IT was a busy weekend of golf at St Cathryn's with lots of visitors, fun and laughter. The Farmers Agri-Care December Monthly Mug was played on Saturday, 17 December, and the member who won the Captains Putter had a 27 shot swing around and won the Farmers Agri-Care Mug of Mugs on Sunday. The winner of the Monthly Mug, Marius Muller, won his first ever Monthly Mug. Other visitors were the 40th year reunion class from Hermannsburg

who came to play golf and relax before they went back to see how their old school was doing. The annual AGM and report back meeting was held at 5pm on Saturday and Piet Nel reported on the achievements of the members this past year, and members discussed the changes done and to be done to the course. The rules committee are very busy working on the final “strokes” for all the holes so that the updated scorecard can be printed. St Cathryn’s also thanked all

members and visitors for their support this past year, with special mention of our sponsors Farmers Agri-Care, Up-one Farming, CPS Seedlings, Tuta Carriers, Plennegy, Dr Rikus Kloppers and the Cake Lady - Liekie. We are also thankful to all sponsors who support golf days played at St Cathryn’s during the year. We all enjoyed the braai and fellowship afterwards. The AGM report back was attended by Tienie Muller, golf captain from Greytown, who spoke on the good relationship between our two clubs and wished us well for 2017. Liekie Steyn won the 2016 Grand Prix and walked off with a quarter

sheep, as Liekie received the most points from all the Farmers Agri -Care monthly mugs she played during 2016. December Farmers Agri-Care Monthly Mug results 1st Marius Muller nett 70 2nd Brent Barkhuizen nett 72 3rd Merwin Rabe nett 74 o.c.o 4th Justin Harrison o.c.o 5th Vijay Roopai. Captains Putter: Mike Harrison Nearest to pin 9/18: Nelson Govender Nearest to pin for two on the 8th: Deon van Dyk. Longest drive on the 10th : Lee Daff Best Stableford : Brent

Barkhuizen 37 points Mug of Mugs 2016: 1st Mike Harrison nett 71 2nd Deon van Dyk nett 72 3rd Liekie Steyn nett 76 4th Tienie Muller, followed by Dieter Meyer, Merwin Rabe and Lawrence Savage. Nearest to pin 9/18: Mike Harrison. Subs for 2017 are now due and are payable by 31 January please. We are open for golf every day during the holidays except Christmas day. We wish all our members, visitors and friends a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Results of matches played in the SABS league on Saturday 17 December as follows: Several 2 goals to zero wins by Mbuba United against Greytown, Ngcakini against Khamanzi, Nseleni against Ntembisweni Stars, Bikkies Sport against Matimatolo Exp and Nhlalakahle

beat Burning Spear by 3 goals to nil. Seven Stars had a 2 -1 win over Kranskop as did Greytown United against One Touch. In a close contest, Real Mbuba beat Matimatolo JS by 3 goals to 2. In the Umvoti Central section Woolstone had a strong 4-1 win over Kharodia.

Umvoti Football Association results A LARGE number of matches were played in the SABS league over the long weekend with results as follows: On Friday, 16 December, the

highest score was Greytown United”s score of 7 as it convincingly beat Kranskop which scored one goal. Mbuba United beat Khamanzi 2-0 as did Matimatolo Exp against Ntembiswseni Stars. There were three 2-1

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wins for Seven Stars against Ngcakini, Nseleni against Real Mbuba and D.Section against One Touch. In a close fought match, Bikkies Sport beat Makhabela by 4 goals to 3 and Matimatolo J.S. had a convincing 4 nil against Greytown Arsenal.

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NEW Year's Party @ the Club to be held on on Saturday, 31 December where Therese Staniland will be coming to sing. Braai packs will be available.

UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY Response to Consumer Query, Closure of Offices and Reminders Response to Consumer Query

In response to the query received from the Greytown Gazette in regard to updating of information as issued in consumer accounts, please take note that Umvoti Municipality requires such information for updating purposes, there are times when consumers need to be contacted and the most of the information we have currently are non-reachable\not in use\changed. It is the prerogative of the Municipality to ensure that all consumers are contactable for various reasons, with this in mind we issued the updating of information document, this exercise will benefit both the consumer and the Municipality. Consumers are urged to please fill in the information as requested and return same to the Municipal offices.

Closure

The residents of Umvoti are requested to please take note that the offices will be closed as follows; • Theodore Menne Library will be closed on the following Saturdays, 24th and 31st December 2016 • All Offices will open from 07h45 until 12h00 on the 28th – 30th December 2016 • Offices will operate as normal (07h45 – 16h30) from Tuesday the 03rd January 2017. • Council will be on recess from the 15th December 2016 until the 08th January 2017 Residents are requested to take note of the following interim measures for the early closure period; • Refuse removal will operate as normal • Electricians will operate on a standby basis after 12h00 • Should you be experiencing an emergency please contact the 911 centre on the number 033 4172911. • Residences are assured that during this early closure there will be an Administration Emergency committee to attend to matters of any nature requiring immediate attention.

Reminders

Residents are reminded of the following; • Closure of Sargeaunt Street during the festive period • Residents are reminded not to utilise Durban Street during the holidays • Closure of Indigent Applications is the 31st January 2017 • Closure of External Study Assistance is the 16th January 2017 (this period has been extended). 911 Centre contact number: 0334172911 The Management and Staff of Umvoti Municipality wish you all a safe and joyous festive holidays!

Mr M F Maphanga Acting Municipal Manager

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The party starts at 7pm, bring your family and friends and come and celebrate the end of 2016 at the Country Club. Holiday special: scholars will pay only R10 green fees to play 9 holes golf and R20 for 18 holes. Students will pay R20 for 9 holes and R30 for 18 holes. Students to present a student card to qualify. All students and scholars are welcome to take advantage of this holiday special on the golf course. Justin Le Roux lost out on the money as he was not present at the time of the draw. The next attendance draw will be on Friday, with R900 up for grabs. Be here from 6.30pm and you could be the lucky winner. Spar is sponsoring 2kg of Spar Boerewors

From the ditch THE Day of Reconciliation was celebrated in grand bowling style, with fun in the afternoon and a braai in the evening which was well attended.

that can be won by entering the boerie run. Timings for this 9 hole initiative are posted for all to see at the Club. Please support this and enjoy playing golf. The next Boerie run is on Friday, 23 December The 9@9 entry fee for golf on a Sunday morning is R50. Thank you to Umvoti Fuel & Oil for sponsoring the chicken. Dates to diarize Saturday, 31 December - New Year Party Saturday, 14 January - Mascor monthly mug Saturday, 21 January - 72 holes with Dieter Saturday, 28 January - PUGS Sunday, 29 January - Jen’s Jug. All members are now fully subscribed for the 2017 season so it will be go, go, go from January. There are no more activities apart from tabs in but probably no takers for this Saturday. So we wish you all a happy Christmas and see you in the New Year!