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A number of reasons to celebrate 7 June 2016 MANY people either look forward to the festive pe riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc tober, while others are left running for the hills to avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season. As we get ready to wind down and take a breath er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful reasons to celebrate the year that was. Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would not be very festive at all. The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year and has shared some truly remarkable memories with you. We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting wonderful individuals who are slowly changing their communities one step at a time to covering campaigns that shows a proactive community who are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. To those people who are continuously going the
extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto ries. This year South Africans voted hoping for the best – many are now glued to the parliament ses sion coverage because you never know what to ex pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the byelections and once again, hoping for positive change. We know we live in a beautiful city and another reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the world. The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and breathtaking skyline together with a host of won derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of South Africa. After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by a South African.
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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ble women who continue to make a difference to the countries they live in and the world. South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy. It’s been a year since his death and many ques tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. Many believe his spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba magic’. Clearly South Africans will continue to make great strides despite the negative news that some times comes to the fore. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.
Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime
continues to destroy some of our communities. However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our
own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 we renew our pledge to you to do our very best to continue to be the most accurate, fair and balanced source of news, opinion, features, sports and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area. We will continue to be open and honest with our readers and we assure you that the new year will be one never to be forgotten. Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones this year and those experiencing difficulties of all types this holiday season. We extend sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever family for a safe and peaceful festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2015. Kalisha Naicker Senior Journalist Hillcrest Fever
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Showstopping production at auditorium this month and Pilates classes. The studios are open Monday to Saturday.” Tickets for the show are R120 for adults and children 12 and over, R100 for pensioners and children under 12. Children four and under on laps, no
charge. “The funds are used to cover the staging of a production this size - paying for the venue, sound, lighting, and animation projection costs, draping, etc. We are also erecting a 9m by12m stage.
“In addition we are going to this huge expense and extravagance as we want to give the children a feel of ‘theatre’. How wonderful to be able to have it local as opposed to heading off to Durban,” said Bonnie.
To book tickets, contact Bonnie on 082 782 9717 or email bonnie@kzndance.com
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Rail reserve clean up by unemployed and beggars KALISHA NAICKER Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com
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a result of their own initiative instead of standing on street corners asking for money. A recycling buy-back centre has been mooted as well as a garden project which organisers hope will lead to self-sustainability. Marge Mitchell, treasurer of the or-
>> Income generation project offers hope to those in need ganisation, said: “It is with such huge thanks to those who have contacted the organisation and donated to it. This is appreciated more than you know. “Another clean up of the rail reserve was done by eight beggars and unemployed people. The litter on the rail reserve is horrifying. What can be done to stop this abuse of the beautiful open space in our midst that can be enjoyed by tourists, cyclists and walkers with their dogs?” she said. People who have joined this initiative are those who have no family, have been unable to find employment and resort to begging as a means of putting food in the table.
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Members of the Phuma Okhoneni Garden Project: Loyanda Gwala, Thembinkosi Mkize, Si yabonga Buthulezi, Thabo Loyi, Lembethe Thabane, Siyand Mkhize, Lawrence Mkhize, For tune Mchunu and chairman of the organisation Thabane Nzimande.
Armed response officer battles fire A BLUE Security armed response officer battled a blaze in Cato Road in Kloof saving a nearby building from catching on fire. Blue Security operations manager Brian Jackson said the armed response officer had responded to the scene at around 10.42am on Thursday after a security guard in the street informed him via radio that there was smoke coming from the back of the property. “When he arrived he found a wooden Wendy Hut on fire and immediately connected a hosepipe to the garden tap to douse the flames which had unfortunately already razed the structure to the ground,” he said. “He managed to douse the flames, but the fire was still smouldering when the fire department arrived to take over at the scene,” he said. Jackson said the officer’s quick thinking to contain the blaze had saved it from spreading to a nearby servant’s quarters.
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Bust of the month SA Community Crime Watch and Hillcrest SAPS bust of the month, proudly sponsored by Botha’s Hill Total and Hillcrest Eldorado Spur, was awarded to constable Raymond Mhlongo for his outstanding work in the arrest of hijacking suspect. Seen here is Mickey Clark (left) with constable Raymond Mhlongo and Steven King.
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Mother and son left with broken bones after collision A COLLISION between a bakkie and a taxi occurred on Sunday afternoon on the corner of Crompton and Old Main Road in Hillcrest. The taxi allegedly collided with the bakkie and then the bakkie drove up a sidewalk and hit two pedestrians - a mother and her son. The mother is approximately 32 years old and her son, 13. When ER24 paramedics arrived on scene they found that both the
mother and her son sustained fractures to both their legs. Paramedics said they were treated on scene and thereafter transported to RK Khan Hospital for further treatment. The driver of the bakkie as well as the driver of the taxi sustained no injuries and there were no passengers in either of the vehicles. The accident is being investigated. - Supplied
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Evolve SA by protecting our children CHILDREN represent immense hope towards a greater future within a sometimes deteriorating present society. A new birth is truly a perfect depic-
tion of humanity deserving yet another chance at virtuous living. Every child therefore has a human right to be loved, which will offer a safe and secure environment where they are taught right and wrong and how to distinguish between the two once they have reached a level of reasoning. It is of utmost importance to
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Kloof Conservancy alien busters MIEKE VAN TIENHOVEN THE bright yellow flowers of the Mexican sunflower or tree marigold (Tithonia diversifolia) are highly conspicuous at this time of year. Although a dazzling sight on the roadside, along rail reserves and river banks, these alien plants are highly invasive as they form dense colonies that are difficult to control once established. Their height at maturity (3m) allows them to compete vigorously with indigenous vegetation, and they are able to quickly colonise disturbed areas. As a Category 1b invasive species, Mexican sunflowers should be re-
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‘Tithonia diversifolia’. moved and destroyed. Ideally they should be removed manually before they can seed, and repeated followups will be needed to control the seedlings. The yellow flowers, which resemble sunflowers, are carried on long stalks which are swollen and velvety below the flower head. After flowering (April to June), the seeds are borne in
evolve our nation by protecting the future. It is then also important to raise awareness amongst parents or parental figures. Children that are raised in severely dysfunctional homes where they may very well be abused are often extremely vulnerable and tend to resort to juvenile crime, prostitution and substance
a round, spiky mass which is also conspicuous. Once ripe, the seeds are spread by the wind. Kloof Conservancy urges residents to ensure that they are not harbouring any of the listed alien invasive species, such as the Mexican sunflower, on their properties. Keeping property clear of invasive alien plants not only encourages our own biodiversity, but makes it easier to comply with environmental legislation when selling. All Organs of State, which includes municipalities and entities such as Transnet, are required to control invasive alien plants as well. Alternative indigenous species that can be planted instead of the Mexican sunflower are the bush tickberry (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) or showy thistle (Euryops tysonii). Many plants from the Senecio genus also bear bright cheerful-yellow blooms and can be planted instead. Ask your nursery for indigenous options that are well suited to our conditions and that provide food and refuge for our local wildlife. For more information contact Mieke on amvantienhoven@gmail.com Mieke van Tienhoven.
We Protea diehards live in hope LUNGA BIYELA BEFORE we used clocks and watches to tell time, ancient man used to look to the stars to decide if it is time yet to plant or how much longer the night would last. Nowadays, we may be more advanced, thanks to technology, but we still have events that remind us of what happened in the past. For instance, I have a tiny scar on my leg, which I acquired on Sunday,
March 22, 1992, when I was nine years old. How do I remember the date? Well, it was the day of that infamous rain interrupted World Cup semifinal at the Sydney Cricket Ground. You know, the one where South Africa had to score 22 runs off the last ball to win the game. The Proteas, in their first World Cup due to the end of isolation, fought hard throughout the tournament, and since it was the first time we were watching that level of international cricket, we were not cynical. So, when the defeat was confirmed, I went outside, and out of an ger, I inadvertently, or not, kicked a rose bush. It was a similar case dur ing the following World Cup on the subcontinent in 1996. The Proteas started well, and, we lost. We lost again in 1999, and right here at home in 2003. And for each of those losses, there are certain things that remind me of these tiny traumas. In 2007, it was the same story, and in 2011, some of us didn’t even bother showing any enthusiasm, because even though we were one of the better sides leading up to the tournament, there was no hope in Hades that we were going to win that com petition. Again, we were all hope ful, and euphoric about #Pro teaFire last year, especially after captain AB’s display against the West Indies in Jo
hannesburg. AB himself went on to promise us, the fans, that they would be coming back to South Africa with the trophy. They did not bring back the trophy. And, to make sure that we remember the last three World Cups, there are slips to remind us that for some reason, we decided to make stupid financial decisions that seemed absolutely logical should the Pro teas have won. So poorly have our beloved Proteas per formed at international tournaments that the only trophy they’ve so far picked up has been the ICC Champions Trophy they won in the competition’s inaugural year of 1998. On Wednesday, the draw for next year’s ICC Champions Trophy in England was made, and it pitted us up against India, Sri Lanka and Pakistan. De Villiers has already fired off the cus tomary warning to everyone, saying they’ll beat anyone that comes across their path. Yeah, we believe you this time, AB. No, real ly, we do. Why? Because we’re Proteas fans, and like the Proteas fans that we are, we will al ways believe that our cricket team are invin cible. It’s going to be a very busy time between now and then. Their season begins with a tour of the Caribbean, followed by an in coming series against New Zealand, a trip down under to face our Aussie foes, and then welcome the Sri Lankans here for a full tour, starting on Boxing Day, right up until just before Valentine’s Day. No matter what happens in England/ Wales next year, whether we win or — prob ably — not, I assure you that it will leave a mark, either physical or mental, and we’re going to remember it for a long time to come.
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abuse. Protection, by means of awareness against these self-destructing acts is a child’s human right. Active children’s community development organisations are highly commended for their constant endeavours in changing what we know to be, our future.
As Walt Disney once said, “that’s the real trouble with the world, too many people grow up”. We do tend to easily forget the psychological vulnerability that comes with being a child and the role that our surrounding environments played in moulding us into who we now are.
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OUTH Africa is yet to have an issue-based election, with a proper evaluation of candi-
dates. The focus of this year’s local government elections thus far has been the race to get onto election lists. Candidate lists had to be submitted to the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) this week amid fierce competition within political parties for the chance to be councillors. In some cases, internal party rivalries have been marred by violence and killings. This is obviously not just about jobs. It reveals the desperation to ascend into positions of power and influence where resources can be accessed. Municipalities are central to local economic activity and those who have the ability to influence the awarding of contracts and decide how money is spent wield enormous power in their communities. ANC secretary-general Gwede Mantashe described the process of compiling the list of candidates as similar to handling “a nuclear time bomb”. He was addressing the media at the ANC headquarters in Johannesburg, while disgruntled ANC members staged a protest outside. “What is a new thing though is that people are going to war to be a councillor, where you bus people to Luthuli House, where they must be visible for you to be a councillor,” Mantashe said. One major grievance in the ANC list compilation process was the 50% quota for women candidates and a rule that 60% of its present councillors be retained for continuity. But cross-cutting this and every other issue plaguing the ANC are factional battles and the quest for power and wealth. People on the losing end of factional battles or those who have been left off the lists have threatened to contest the election as independ-
ent candidates. Now that the lists have been submitted to the IEC, a new phase of the election campaign kicks off with contestation between political parties and against those who are standing as independent candidates. There are fears that levels of violence might escalate, with tensions brewing over the past few weeks and clashes between party supporters in some areas. Sadly, in the heat of the election battle and contestation for positions, candidates do not seem to be evaluated on the basis of how they intend to solve local problems. South Africa has among the highest rates of protest action in the world, with communities demonstrating over the delivery of basic services, houses and better living conditions. People have been angered by how their mayors and councillors have neglected their responsibilities and allowed services to degenerate. But it is not easy to hold these people accountable, particularly if party dynamics and factional interests ensure that they keep their jobs. A report released by auditor-general Kimi Makwetu this week shows that only 54 out of the country’s 278 municipalities received clean audits. While the 2014-15 local government audit shows much better results than five years ago, with clean audits rising from just 13 then, it is still unacceptable that the majority of South Africa’s municipalities are not properly managed. Only three of the country’s eight metros — Ekurhuleni, eThekwini and Cape Town — have a clean bill of health, with Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffalo City being the worst performers. Irregular expenditure across the country’s municipalities more than doubled in the past five years to R14,75 billion. Unauthorised expenditure increased threefold to R15,32 billion. Makwetu said the main reason for unauthorised spending was that budgets were not overseen properly, leading to overspending. The local government elections on August 3 present South Africans with the opportunity to elect higher calibre leaders in their councils. Candidates should be interrogated on how they intend to improve the management and efficiency of municipalities rather than on the basis of party affiliation and which factions they belong to. Now is the time to elect councillors who can make a difference in municipalities, ensuring higher quality services and better financial management, and who are accountable to those who elect them.
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close to R100 million worth of surplus food to organisations in need. Shoprite has a fleet of 19 mobile soup kitchens servicing vulnerable communities across the country on a daily basis. Over 27 million meals have already been served since the mobile soup kitchens became operational in February 2007, and it continues to be an integral part of the group’s actions to alleviate hunger in local communities. Hunger relief is a core pillar of the group’s corporate social investment strategy. Shoprite and Checkers customers can join forces to fight hunger in needy communities this winter by simply do-
nating R5 or more to the Group’s #ActForChange Fund at any store across the country. Shoprite and Checkers set up the #ActForChange Fund in March this year following requests by consumers wanting to be part of efforts that make a difference in communities affected by natural disasters such as the recent droughts, as well as in those communities experiencing serious challenges like poverty and food insecurity. The #ActForChange Fund has already raised well over R200 000 from customer donations since its launch and hopes to raise even more through the winter months. Kate Hamilton, fund development manager at Foodbank South Africa said: “It costs FoodBank South Africa R1.08 to provide enough food for one meal so a donation of R5 will allow us to provide nearly five meals. Considering that more than 13.8 million South Africans go hungry every day, we have a collective responsibility to work towards ending hunger in our country - and every little donation helps.” - Supplied.
POPULAR DJ and regional personality Damon Beard has booked his spot for The Unlimited’s Love Day. Beard says he jumped at the opportunity to transform five crèches and make a difference to the lives of 330 children. “I can’t wait to get involved whether it’s painting walls, fixing jungle gyms or entertaining the kids,” he said. He is appealing to Upper Highway community to get involved. “So often people ask me what they can do help
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in the community. This is the perfect opportunity to make a difference and give back to the less fortunate among us, and is even more special because we’re helping children. Thanks to The Unlimited we have an unbelievable opportunity to make a massive difference to many little lives.” The event takes place from 8am to 3pm. Buses will transport volunteers to and from the crèches, and water and snacks will be provided. For more information on The Unlimited’s Love Day or to book your spot for the day, go to www.loveday.co.za - Supplied
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HAVE a pup of your own? Then you will know exactly what we are talking about. Dogs will give you unconditional love and the cuddles that only a man’s best friend can provide. The bond between a dog and owner is indescribable; it’s not just love, as it’s the kind of affection that doesn’t need to be said in so many words. Only a dog owner will understand the sacrifices you make for your dog, whether its buying dog treats, toys and even jerseys, although your dog doesn’t need it, you’ll do anything for them. Your dog instantly becomes part of your family and your house feels empty and quiet without them. If you have a four-legged family member, here are a few things we know all too well about our furry best friends: 1. No sleep Apart from being warm and fuzzy, they may have the tendency to keep you up at night and this can be annoying, especially if they sleep inside. Only a dog owner knows about having to hear howling and barking in the middle of the night, and not to mention the getting out of bed to take them outside routine. 2. You kiss your dog frequently It’s not a big deal, not to us anyway. There’s no shame in letting your dog know that you love them by planting a smooch. According to the Independent, the University of Arizona believes that kissing your dog could improve your health and that may explain why dog owners are so happy. So pucker up. 3. Odd playtime hours All they do is sleep, eat, bark… and have weird playtime hours. A dog owner has experienced this one time or another, where your dog/s decides to play and run at 10 or 11 ‘o clock in the evening. 4. They are the perfect vacuums Messed a chip? Oh, don’t worry, the
dog will eat it. It becomes the norm that when you mess, you call your dog and just point to the mess and he/she swoops in and eats it. 5. Having to share your food How can you say no to those puppy dog eyes looking at you… and your sandwich? You will and can never eat alone once you own a dog, unless you train them properly and if you have – lucky bugger. And when you’re at a restaurant or friends place and ask to put some of the leftover bones in a doggy bag. Yes, we’ve all done that, because seeing their faces when you bring home rib bones is like being in the audience when Oprah does her ‘Favourite Things’ show. 6. Your bed is their bed If you have house dogs and you happen to let them sleep in your bed, then you’ll understand that sometimes sleeping with your dog isn’t always as comfortable as it may seem. Sometimes your dog will lie on top of the blankets, making it impossible to move past them and pull the blankets over you because of their weight. You’ll also occasionally find yourself waking up with their butt or paw in your face. A very good morning to you too. 7. Their hair is EVERYWHERE It’s on your clothes, your furniture, floors and even sometimes your food. You’ll find yourself taking forever to get those white, brown, or black hair follicles off of you. 8. Leaving home There’s nothing worse than leaving home and more importantly, them knowing it too. Leaving home gets harder to do every time, especially when they beg you to take them with you. 9. Coming home You’ve had a long day at work and nothing has gone your way, all you want to do is come home and relax. However,
once you open that front door, your fourlegged family members greet you with wagging tails and excitement. It’s literally the best feeling coming home and seeing their happy ‘I missed you’ faces. 10. You cannot watch a movie where a dog is treated cruelly or dies Watching a movie becomes an emotional rollercoaster, especially when it has animals in it. When any animal, especially a dog dies or gets hurt, you immediately start to tear up and shout at the movie, proclaiming that you hate it and will never ever watch it again. Then you suddenly roam around your house, calling your dogs and smother them with love. 11. When they tilt their heads Nothing hits your heart strings more when your dog tilts its head. It’s the cutest thing ever and you immediately say ‘awww’ and attack them with kisses. 12. Leaving early, because you don’t want to leave them alone for too long It’s the perfect excuse if you don’t want to be in anyone’s company, but it’s also valid. You hate leaving your dog at home alone, especially if you’ve been out all day, and when you want to avoid seeing poop in your home. 13. Stalking to the maximum They follow you wherever you go and it’s cute, but it can be annoying sometimes. Crying or scratching at any closed door, or even following you to the bathroom makes an eventful encounter. 14. When you become their pillow Having your dogs lay on you is the cutest and sweetest thing ever, especially if they put their head on your neck, chest or belly. However, when they’re fast asleep, you suddenly need to go to the bathroom and have to hold it, because you don’t want to disrupt them sleeping. 15. Your phone is bombarded with pictures Look at any dog lover’s phone and it’s filled with pictures of their furry friends. Some dog owners even go as far as to make personal Instagram accounts for their dog with selfies and all. It’s all about capturing the good and cute times with your best friend. 16. They will never judge you Your dogs love you no matter how you look, no matter what you wear (fully clothed or not) and no matter what you do. They’ll give you unconditional love and will always be by your side, even though they can’t understand everything you tell them or do, they will do anything to make you happy.
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Children and pets GETTING a pet is a huge decision for any family. Here are some things to consider before deciding whether Spot can stay...
Be pet wise If you're considering buying a puppy, make sure that you do your homework first. Safeguard yourself against fraudsters selling poorly developed pets that are prone to disease. The Pet Food Industry (PFI) Association recommends buying pets only from reputable and registered breeders. For more information on pet owners, breeders and how to join a pet club, go to www.petwise.co.za. Do cats really love milk? Most of us were raised believing that cats adore milk, however most cats are actually lactose intolerant. They cannot digest the sugars in milk
and they may develop diarrhoea and stomach problems for a few days after drinking milk. If you really want to give your kitty milk, find a milk substitute created especially for cats at your local pet store. It will not upset their tummies and also has more nutritional value than real milk. If your cat is not lactose intolerant, only give milk as an occasional treat. Fresh, cool water is much more beneficial to their health and will help to keep them hydrated. Feline moods Have you ever wondered what kind of mood your cat is in? The tail betrays a lot. If it is held high, it means he's happy. A twitching tail is normally a warning sign and one tucked in close to the body is a sign of insecurity.
Keep your pet happy WE take extra care of ourselves in winter, why shouldn't we do the same for our pets? Here's your guide to pet care in winter. Like you, your pet needs warmth and extra care during winter. Here are a few tips to help your pet get through the colder weather and keep their spark: · Take them to the vet to ensure that all their vaccinations are up to date. · Keep an eye on them when they lie close to the heater or fireplace and make sure their tail doesn't come in contact with the heating coils or flames. · Check the kennel for cracks that could leak or become draughty on wet and windy days. Remember that ken-
nels should be raised above the ground to prevent water getting in when it rains. Purrfect skin · Your pet's skin will tend to become dry in winter, so brush their coat regularly to stimulate the natural oils in the skin and to remove dead hair. · Shampoo your pet during winter too. This helps to reduce dryness and other skin problems. Make sure you dry themm properly afterwards though – use a hairdryer on a low temperature setting. Must I increase their food intake during winter? "Animals use more energy during win-
ter to keep them warm. As a result, there may be a slight to significant increase in energy needs," says veterinarian Dr Guy Fyvie. "However, don't increase the food intake by more than 10% compared with their normal diet." Dr Fyvie suggests you use the feeding guide printed on the packaging of his food as a guide. "Adapt the amount to suit your pet's needs. If they start putting on weight, perhaps decrease his food. Or if they start to lose weight, increase the amount you would normally feed them". - Women24
The sardines are on their way THE KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence (KZNSB) undertook its second observation flight in the lead up to this year’s sardine run on Thursday. The news is all indications are that the sardines are making their way up the Eastern Cape coast in the area between Coffee Bay and Hole in the Wall, about 140 km south of KwaZulu-Natal. In a statement, head of operations at KZN Sharks Board Mike Anderson-Reade said hundreds of Cape gannets were seen actively diving and sitting on the water surface and many dolphins are feeding in this area, which is a good sign of sardine activity. “The area of fairly intense activity stretches for about 10 km. There were no visible signs of shoals of sardines. However, the feeding activity of both the gannets and dolphins suggests that there are fish in the area,” said Anderson-Reade. He said numerous shoals of baitfish are currently visible at the
surface all along the inshore region of both KZN and the Eastern Cape. “This is common for this time of the year and these shoals are often mistaken for sardines. “Although it is difficult to be certain of the species makeup of the shoals, reports from reliable sources that target these fish for bait report that they consist mainly of red eye sardine (east coast round herring) and mackerel. No predator activity has been seen accompanying these fish.” Anderson-Reade said all shark safety gear along the coast remains in place and all beaches are open for bathing. “A strategy for net removal ahead of the sardine run has been agreed with the Hibiscus Coast Municipality and this will be implemented as required.” He said the Sharks Board will continue to closely monitor sardine activity and remove or replace shark safety gear as required. — WWR.
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Question My sixyearold daughter would love a pet. Is it a good idea to get her one? Answer Research has confirmed that having a pet is beneficial not just for older people, but for young children as well. Owning a pet teaches them responsibility, helps build selfesteem and improves social skills. Children should feel respected, need ed and loved by others, and pets fulfill all these needs. With the demands of our modern lifestyles – rapid changes to fami ly structures, singleparent homes and working mothers, – pets can help ease a child's feelings of loneliness or isolation. However, remember to supervise chil dren at all times while they handle ani mals, for the safety of the child as well as the pet. Women24
Breaking down your vet bill A VET bill should usually have the practice’s details, including VAT number and practice number; it must detail the VAT portion (the vet must pay to SARS) and any discounts. It will usually contain a mixture of professional fees - consultation time, vaccinations, surgical and anaesthesia time, boarding – and materials expended – injections, tablets, sedatives, bandages, food, lab fees. The mark-up on over the counter medications and prescription meds in SA is usually in the region of 25 – 100%. Before you go “whoa!” remember that this means a box of tablets costing you R400 less VAT (goes to SARS, R49) and less the price the vet paid (R175) probably includes the drug packet and label (R3), less shrinkage (R5, accounts for
overall expiry and loss of all stock), and non-vet salaries plus rent, maintenance etc. – after all the vet can’t charge you “rent”, “electricity”, “Telkom”, “Afrox Medical Gas” and “insurance” – he works out those costs and spreads them through all his accounts. They account for 30% (Staff) + 45% (Other costs) = R130. So the vet has now earned R38 for those tablets. Of course the practice must save some money for future repairs, upgrades, and other rainy days so it takes about half. The vet is left with about R20. This equates well with a 2014 survey showing profitability of vet practices stood at 2 – 10%. So f you get a R4,000 bill, and ask for a 10% discount, the vet and practice get nothing to save. So that money has to come from somewhere or someone else.
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cently, was attended by excited teachers, pupils, donors and members of 31 Club. “We were told about this special school with a dynamic headmaster and dedicated staff who work in a challenging environment, doing their utmost to educate their pupils to the best of their ability. Ukusakwabasha adopted the Gateway into Reading programme developed and run by Neema Foundation in Kloof. Currently all pupils are being taught in English through reading and phonetics and Neema volunteers visit the school weekly. Special mention must be made of ‘The Learn Project” who donated over 700 beautiful books,” said Jo Behr of 31 Club. The 31 Club has been active in KZN for 54 years and continues making a difference to several charity organisations and less fortunate people within the community. Members work on a voluntary capacity organising various functions throughout the year to raise funds. These funds are used for projects such as this, as well as to purchase much needed items for several charities that approach the Club for assistance each year. For details, email Jo Behr at behr@mweb.co.za.
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Hockey achievers for Highbury PUPILS of Highbury Preparatory have done the school proud and have been selected for the KZN Coastals Hockey. Seen here are the
WATERFALL College, 2015 winners of the Wembley 7s rugby tournament, hosted an interschools event on their campus on 21 May, and were proud to win all four of their games. This has placed the Waterfall College 1st team second on the log. The finals of the tournament will be held at Wembley College on Saturday 11 June. Participating schools on 21 June were Curro Mt Rushmore, St Nicholas Diocesan School, Grace College, Wartburg High School, Hermannsburg, Faithway College and Waterfall College. Christine Eriksen, who assisted on the day, said the visiting referees had told her that they had never been so well looked after, and that it was a pleasure to have been at the event. Principal Jeanette van der Merwe says: “We are grateful to Mr Kyle as both our head of sport and rugby coach for maintaining the team’s spirit and technique that was established last year when Waterfall College brought home the Wembley Cup trophy.” - Supplied.
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Waterfall College majorettes squad members (from left) Leah Dovey (Grade 8), Taryn Simmonds (Grade 12), AmyRose Jack (Grade 12, with provincial colours in majorettes) and Kayla Simmonds (Grade 12) at the match.
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Irvette van Zyl (Nedbank Running Club). of bikers from Steelwings Club on their shining Harley Davidson motorcycles. Van Zyl said after the race that not only had her knee passed the test but that she had also benefitted by gaining some badly needed confidence she could take forward in her preparations for the marathon event she will run at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro in August. Unbeaten in the SPAR Grand Prix
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>> Olympian Irvette van Zyl (Nedbank Running Club) wins title N one of the most decisive performances in the 27-year history of the race Olympian Irvette van Zyl (Nedbank Running Club) devastated the rest of the field to win Sunday’s Durban leg of the SPAR Women’s 10km Challenge in an inaugural course record of 33 minutes 26 seconds in perfect running conditions. Van Zyl (nee Van Blerk), the 2010 and 2011 winner, set an incredibly fast pace right from the start in Masabalala Yengwa Avenue outside the Growthpoint King’s Park Stadium and had dropped off all her serious challengers including second-placed Cornelia Joubert (34:26) and thirdplaced Lebo-Diana Phalula (34:39), both of Boxer AC, by the 5km halfway mark. Running at a steady pace of 3:20 per kilometre for the entire duration of the race Van Zyl proved too fast for her other challengers, Zimbabwean Rutendo Nyahora (34:48), Glenrose Xaba (34:50) and Christine Kalmer (35:05) who all crossed the line virtually together to fill fourth, fifth and sixth places this time around. Despite her impressive performance, Van Zyl said she would have liked to have posted a faster time except that she was nursing a knee injury as a result of a fall during a training run a couple of weeks ago but had decided to run the race to give her knee a try-out in what has become known in roadrunning circles as “the country’s most beautiful race” led out annually by the traditional vanguard
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to expect,” she said. Joubert expressed mixed feelings about her performance today saying: “I came fourth last year and second this year but my time today was slower than last year’s and this a cause for concern." Phalula, another destined to run the Olympic marathon along with Van Zyl and Christine Kalmer, was also unhappy with her time on the fast, flat course which took in a few kilometres
along the scenic Durban beachfront. “We will all have to be aiming for faster times on the road to Rio,” she said. Victory in today’s Durban leg of the lucrative SPAR Grand Prix Series came on the back of Van Zyl’s first places in the opening legs of the GP series in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth with two legs yet to come, Pretoria on September 3 and Johannesburg on October 9. Her effort today earned her R20 000 which she also collected for winning in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. “We were pleased with the new route, and a new look and feel for the Challenge this year at Growthpoint Kings Park Stadium,” said Rob Philipson, MD of SPAR KZN. “It was fantastic having our race so well supported and the energy was really palpable. “We are in awe of the athletic prowess of the top runners, but we also applaud the amazing efforts shown by young and old alike – it was amazing to see participants as young as nine years walking together with some that were older than 80!” There was an entry of 16 074 at the close of registration late on Saturday afternoon with most women opting for the 10km run/ walk and the balance signing up for the 5km fun run/ walk. KPMG runners dominated the junior age group category led by Simonay Weitsz (36:27), Yandiswa Shange (37:51) and Carina Viljoen (37:56) with Janie Grundling (Boxer) taking the 35-39 years age group category in 35:49, Tanith Maxwell the 40-49 years in 35:39, Ansie Breytenbach the 50-59 in 44:22 and Sandra Fismer the over 60 years in 46:25 which saw the everpresent 60-year-old Blanche Moila coming second in 49:21. - Supplied
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Villagers clinch win LAND Rover Durban-Hillcrest Villagers Rugby Club were at home to Pietermaritzburg Collegians last weekend. In the opening game, the consistently well-performing Villagers 2nd XV, totally dominated their opponents from beginning to end - the end score being 59-3. Nic Tyler and Keanan Baker were awarded Men of the Match. In the main game of the club’s encounter, a very tight and over-robust encounter evolved. Villagers were huge in defense, and soaked up a very persistent Collegians onslaught. Shortly in to the second half, Hillcrest began to find the gaps and overlaps and raced ahead with a comfortable lead. A late try by the Pietermaritzburg side closed the gap. Ultimately, the game belonged to Villagers, with a 25-19 victory. Tries came the way of Alex Kleuwinghaus, Wade Windell and Gerry Botha with Kleuwinghaus kicking two penalties and two conversions. Men of the Match awards went to Brian "Cappy" Lewis (forwards) and JP Brown (backline). - Supplied.
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SPORT Academy intake BOND at Shongweni T
HE 18-strong KZN Cricket Academy intake for 2016 are embroiled in a fun, yet challenging three-day team building camp at Spirit of Adventure at Shongweni Dam in the Upper Highway area as they look to strengthen relationships off the field ahead of their approaching busy schedule on it. A quadrangular series in Potchefstroom in July, the CSA Franchise Colts Week in Oudtshoorn in September and a trip to Abu Dhabi in December await this year’s crop of tomorrow’s stars, all assignments the group is eager to impress at. “The boys will be tested rigorously through a variety of different physical and mental activities during our time at Shongweni with the goal of bringing the group closer before we head out onto the field,” explains KZN Academy assistant coach, Thokozani Zulu. “We’ve got some big games coming up, starting off in Potch in five weeks’ time, and a strong team spirit will play
an important role in contributing towards them overcoming the challenges they will be faced with on the field. “We’ve got a great record as an academy, having won 24 out of our last 25 matches, and that is something we will look to continue again this year as we aim to go out there and play the best possible cricket we can. “Hopefully our time on camp will help in the achievement of that,” he says. The group of 18 players comprises of eight new faces – Blayde Cappel, Okuhle Cele, Tyron Koen, Nduduzo Mfoza, Jason Wagner, Richard Wissing, Dudu Zondo, Sthabiso Zungu – while 10 of last year’s squad have returned, including captain Luke Schlemmer. Notable absentees from last year’s group are Senuran Muthusamy and Rabian Engelbrecht, both of whom have now progressed from the academy’s ranks into regular provincial team members and, on occasion dur-
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KZN Cricket Academy's 18strong intake (back, from left) Luke Schlemmer, Mlungiseleli Gcado, Nduduzo Mfoza, Gavin Reddy, Richard Wissing, Tyron Koen, Jason Oakes, Johnny Ri ekert, Smangaliso Nhlebela, and (front, from left) Sthabiso Zungu, Jason Wagner, Jesse Smit, Okuhle Cele, Bruce Kerr and Nazeer Jaffar. Absent: Dudu Zondo, Ainsley Ndlovu and Blayde Cappel.
ing the 2015/16 season, even on to represent the Sunfoil Dolphins in the various formats. “The academy forms a vital part of the pipeline of talent identification and development, helping take players from school and club level and prepare them for provincial cricket and beyond. “Sen [Muthusamy] has proven to be such a great role model for the rest of the guys at academy level through his tremendous work ethic – always being first to training or willing to do that extra bit of work on his game. “He did so well this last season and, in so doing, has also done the programme proud.” While Muthusamy and Engelbrecht look to continue to contribute meaningfully towards the KZN provincial side’s cause and push for more regular franchise inclusion, the likes of Smangaliso Nhlebela, Johnny Riekert, Jason Oakes, Bruce Kerr, Jesse Smit and Okuhle Cele will look to con-
tinue their journey through the ranks and take on the next level. “It is great to have seen some of our academy boys representing KZN at provincial level last season. “Hopefully this can continue again this coming season on the back of strong performances for the academy. “It is also nice to see guys like Okuhle and Smangaliso – among others – earning semi-pro contracts for the coming season alongside Sen and Rabian, now it’s just about ensuring these guys stay grounded and make the most of their opportunity,” says Zulu. The squad’s trip to Potch sees them take on Free State, North West and Pukke’s academy outfits before the group combines with the KZN Inland setup for their Colts assignment in September. The group’s invitation to attend an academies tournament in the United Arab Emirates in December is another great prospect for the group who will square up against international acad-
emies and gain much form their international experience. Should any party be interested in contributing financially to the squad’s tour aspirations, contact Sunfoil Dolphins CEO Pete de Wet on 031 335 4200. The KZN Cricket Academy squad is guided by head coach, Yashin Ebrahim and assistant coaches, Thokozani Zulu and Bheki Nyathikazi. KZN Cricket Academy squad: Blayde Cappel, Okuhle Cele, Mlungiseleli Gcado, Nazeer Jaffar, Bruce Kerr, Tyron Koen, Nduduzo Mfoza, Ainsley Ndlovu, Smangaliso Nhlebela, Jason Oakes, Gavin Reddy, Johnny Riekert, Luke Schlemmer (captain), Jesse Smit, Jason Wagner, Richard Wissing, Dudu Zondo, Sthabiso Zungu. - Supplied More information can be found at www.dolphinscricket.co.za
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