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A number of reasons to celebrate 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

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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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KALISHA NAICKER Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com SACAN duty managers responded to call for help from a member of the public on Friday after he spotted men tampering with a car at the Hillcrest Centre of Old Main Road Hillcrest. Sacan’s Andreas Mathios, a car remote jam ming syndicate had been spotted tampering with a car. “A security superstore employee rushed out of the store putting his life at risk and apprehended the jammer and his getaway driver with the help of others. SAPS Hillcrest commander was on scene within minutes and the suspects were taken for processing.” The incident is under investigation.

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ESIDENTS in and around the Shongweni EnviroServ Landfill are up in arms over the gaseous fumes emanating from the site.

According to resident Sarah Rosslien she has been in contact with many environmental groups about the site, which seems to be causing noxious gas smells in and around the Hillcrest area. “Side effects from the odours have

included nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, sinusitus and chest problems. These have been experienced by many residents. “Waste material from the diesel and petrol spill sites is being dumped

wind direction and type of smells as well as side effects experienced. “We have notified councillor Gill Noyce and Clive Kidd of EnviroServ and continue to phone into the EnviroServ emergency line when the odour occurs. We seem to have been given the run around and all sorts of excuses,” she said. Rosslien said that residents are so fed up they would like to have some sort of independent air testing done, but were given a price estimate exceeding R100 000. >> CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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at the Shongweni EnviroServ Landfill, which definitely seems to exacerbate the problem.” Rosslien said that a large group of residents have logged all the times,

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ILLCREST Park Neighbourhood Watch (HPNW) follows the “broken window” theory and takes a zero tolerance approach in area degradation and security of the community, their families and employees. This involves a close working relationship with the police and emergency services. A recent project undertaken by the associa-

age to the integrity of the structure, with a longitude break the length of the wall.” He said that further damage is being caused by a wild ficus that has taken root in the exposed crack. “Our assessment suggests the wall is about to collapse potentially causing injury and damage plus exposing a security risk to Hillcrest Park,”said Lyle. HPNW members were deployed to the site last week and repaired the wire. They will be contacting conservancy experts regarding the ficus trees, and will aim to repair the structure of the wall. HPNW calls on the community to join their fight against social ills. “Our collective eyes and ears will make a huge difference. The reality now is it’s not if you will be targeted, but rather when,” Lyle said. “If you live in Hillcrest Park we need you. Without the support of the community we cannot take our neighbourhood back.” Ways to get proactively involved: • join the task team for structured area patrols; and • Join the special projects team anti-litter, anti-grafitti or anti-loitering.

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She said something seriously needs to be done and fears that the second landfill site to be built next to the current site will cause further problems. “We're all literally sick from the situation, this last week has been particularly potent and unbearable, with some of my peers landing up in hospital with pneumonia. We are increasingly worried about the damage this is doing to our families and our health.” EnviroServ manager Clive Kidd said he is aware of the problem and the company is investigating the matter. He said that EnviroServ recently learnt about odour problems being experienced at the Plantations Estate and other residential areas within a five kilometre radius of the facility. “Our on-site odour control and management processes are normally sufficient to prevent the waste body or leachate causing a nuisance to neighbouring communities. No material health risks have been reported at the Shongweni facility,” he said. “As our facility is licensed to receive both hazardous and general waste streams. “We acknowledge the possibility that odours from the site could be migrating into neighbouring communities. “This could be due to the calm weather conditions and inversion layers experienced in the region at this time of the year.” Kidd said that in consultation with various community represent-

atives, EnviroServ has set up an airquality monitoring station within the Plantations Estate, where the bulk of recent complaints have originated. “Air sampling will be conducted over the next 15 days by an independent air-quality specialist, who will then report the findings to the community, probably at the end of May. “These results, along with input from our on-site air quality monitoring network, will help to determine the likely origin of the odours reported by residents.” EnviroServ urges community members who experience odours to contact the EnviroServ call centre on 0800 204 960. Complaints will be logged and analysed in an effort to learn more about the most likely sources of odours. “Independent specialists, including medical practitioners are available to respond directly to complainants who have specific concerns about the potential health effects, or environmental impacts of fugitive odours. “In parallel with the air quality investigation, EnviroServ has made some operational changes on site which will reduce the potential for odours. “EnviroServ is committed to working with all stakeholders to identify the source of the odours and to taking the necessary corrective action should it be linked to our facility,” Kidd added. For further information, contact Kidd on 082 779 6318 or email clivek@enviroserv.co.za

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SEVENTEEN people were injured on Friday afternoon after a taxi and bakkie collided at the Ridge and Spring Side Road intersection in Hillcrest. ER24 paramedics received the call shortly after 4pm. On arrival, paramedics found a bakkie and taxi down a small embankment. On assessment, paramedics found that 17 people had been injured, their injuries ranging from minor to moderate. The passenger of the bakkie was found trapped inside his vehicle, only sustaining moderate injuries. Rescue services had to use the jaws of life to free the man from the vehicle. Once freed, paramedics treated patients and thereafter transported them to RK Khan and St Mary’s hospitals. It is understood that the taxi turned in front of the bakkie, causing both vehicles to crash down the embankment. Local authorities were on the scene to investigate further. - Supplied.

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tion this year was the taxi rank security fence repairs. According to Shaun Lyle, HPNW chairman, Transnet rail reserve forms the border between Hillcrest Park and the Hillcrest CBD and the area requires daily patrols and conservation efforts. “The Inanda taxi rank backs onto the rail reserve adjacent to a shopping centre which has become a notorious hot spot for illegal trade, drug dealing and fencing stolen. “Previously the Hillcrest Park side of the wall was used as an illegal shebeen and gambling hideout and this has since been removed by HPNW surveillance and operations in the area,” he said. Lyle said that the area security has become a concern as the razorcapped brick wall, which is three metres high and the 1.8 m section of palisade fencing is either scaled, damaged or vandalised. The focus on the project was to repair and replaced the vandalised razor wire and struts on the wall. “An assessment discovered that there were many vandalised fencing brackets. “This is the reason for the razor coil problem, but also alarming dam-

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HE launch of the ANC’s election manifesto in Nelson Mandela Bay this weekend catapults the party into full campaign mode for the August 3 local government elections. This campaign could not have come at a worse time for the ANC. The party has suffered severe reputational damage due to the scandals surrounding President Jacob Zuma, particularly the ruling by the Constitutional Court that he violated the Constitution and allegations about the improper influence the Gupta family has on him. The ANC is trying to shake off widespread calls for the president to be recalled from office or to resign, arguing that Zuma’s “apology” for the “frustration and confusion” over Nkandla is sufficient to put the matter to rest. Internally, the ANC is battling to suppress dissent, with some branches and the Gauteng provincial executive committee (PEC) refusing to toe the line. This week’s statement by the Gauteng PEC that Zuma should “reflect

deeply and do the right thing to resolve the unprecedented crisis that the ANC currently faces” prompted a clampdown from ANC secretary general Gwede Mantashe. He said the provinces have “no authority” to speak on the Constitutional Court judgment. But the Gauteng ANC has undertaken to consult its branch and regional structures on the way forward, and has not discounted the possibility of campaigning for the president’s resignation or recall once that process is complete. The ANC is battling to keep members focused on its election campaign as Zuma and his controversies continue to loom large. Although it has issued a decree against debating the future of the president, public outrage and discussions within its structures continue. From the statements issued by former ANC leaders, stalwarts and children born in exile, there is clearly a worry about how the ANC’s protection and defence of the president is impacting on the party. They believe a surgical removal of the embodiment of the rot is the only way to rescue the party. But the pledges of support from some party structures show that Zuma is not an anomaly in the organisation. According to some of Zuma’s ardent supporters, the decision by respected veterans of the liberation struggle, civil-society groups and religious organisations to speak out in defence of the Constitution was part of a plot for regime change and to assassinate Zuma. “I want you comrades to know that we have uncovered such a plot … we must start to build the capabilities of the SANDF [South African National

Questionable education EDUCATIONAL institutions have an integral role to play in terms of skills development in our country. They provide the relevant personnel to companies to keep the wheels of the economy turning. With a budget of almost R280 billion spent on education, there has to be a requisite return on this investment. Since the dawn of democracy in 1994, our education system in terms of learning and teaching has changed four times. This has put undue pressure on the whole education fraternity, with everybody trying to grapple with the new changes. Pupils being accepted into universities are not adequately equipped to deal with the challenges that they encounter at tertiary institutions. The high failure and drop-out rate could be a reflection of the inherent deficiencies faced by our ailing education system. Could a possibility exist that certain students are pushed through the system while others are forced to repeat

certain courses? Institutions like Unisa have sites where students interact with each other, with the sole intention of sharing knowledge and information. Pupils who are inactive on the site fail while other students pass with a mark of 50%. Could there also be a quota in respect of students who pass and fail? A few weeks ago, investigations into a pregnant mum revealed that the doctors gave the patient a pethidine injection when she complained about a tight chest as she was struggling to breathe. The pethidine injection aggravated the problem. A medical expert states that it is a widely used painkiller during labour but should not be given to patients with respiratory problems. Having qualified medical personnel who are oblivious of the contra-indications of this drug is a travesty that has resulted in the death of two inno-

Defence Force] to the capacity and capabilities of a world superpower. We must have one million well-trained young soldiers,” the KwaZulu-Natal ANC Youth League secretary Thanduxolo Sabelo was quoted as saying. The ANC Women’s League secretary general Meokgo Matuba said: “Staff riders and wedge drivers have intensified their war to divide the ANC and enforce regime change.” Matuba also had some words of advice for religious leaders: “We want to remind them that unless there was a conference to amend the Bible, in our understanding, in the Christian faith, forgiveness is not optional but should be offered as an unwarranted favour as guided by the scriptures. Even the well-known Lord’s Prayer talks of: ‘.... and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us’.” Such laughable statements will hardly assist the ANC’s mission to shut down the public debate about Zuma. The only thing these achieve is to reflect the calibre of support behind him. There are undoubtedly many people within ANC structures around the country who work hard to uphold the party’s image and public representatives who take their responsibilities seriously. The ANC’s manifesto probably contains genuine goals to improve service delivery and the efficient functioning of municipalities. But these are hamstrung by the Zuma albatross and the mob trying to defend him. By the time the ANC wakes up to the fact that it should have listened to the voices of reason, it will be too late. • Ranjeni Munusamy is a political journalist and commentator for the Daily Maverick. ranjen.munusamy@gmail.com

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cent lives. The next question would be as to what other aspects of medical science are doctors lacking in, that could endanger the lives of other patients? The Department of Health and other institutions need to analyse carefully issues pertaining to progression, more especially in the faculty of medicine. People cannot be used as guinea pigs merely because bureaucracy dictates so. VIJAY SURUJPAL Phoenix

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In the gorge with Kloof Conservancy THIS month we review the Molweni Trail (yellow) which gives you an exceptional view on all aspects of Krantzkloof, from stunning view spots, amazing riverine forest, beautiful waterfalls and open grasslands. We will describe the one way route from Kloof Falls picnic site to the Nkutu picnic site so you will need to make arrangements to be picked up! Leave the car park at Kloof Falls and head past the dam on the well-marked path. You then come to a number of good view spots on your left from which you can see the main Kloof Falls. After a short while you arrive at a stunning view spot from where you can observe the Crowned Eagles nest in a forest mahogany next to the Ronald’s Kloof Falls. 100m further on you cross the Ronald’s Kloof Weir and follow the path to your left which takes you down a steep descent to the Molweni River at which point you cross the river and head downstream. You will now be walking in a dense riverine forest so look out the local cycad, Encephalartos natalensis and the more common Encephalartos villosus or “poormans cycad”. Along the river you will come across sections with massive granite outcrops, boulders and rock pools. Continue to the second river crossing which takes you to the eastern bank. The path is now close to the

river and in places may be difficult to follow if the river level is high. Along this section you will come across numerous giant Rauvolfia caffra (Quinine Tree) and the Copper-stemmed Corkwood tree with its characteristic bright green trunk and flaking bronze bark. Continue downstream until you enter an open grassland where you have a good chance to see bushbuck and many butterfly species. The path re-enters the forest and you cross the Uve Stream before reaching a popular picnic spot at the Splash Rock. Cross the river for the last time and head up The Wall – this is a very tough 350m steep climb. From October to January in this section you will see many specimens of Streptocarpus prolixus, one of five species of Streptocarpus found in the reserve. Once at the top follow the path to the right which takes you to the Nkutu Picnic Site. Difficulty: this is a strenuous walk, allow four hours at moderate pace Security: walking in the reserve is safe – normal precautions for walking in isolated areas apply. Safety: take extra care when walking on rocky paths and wetrocks. This walk entails crossing one weir and four river crossings. The river is safe for swimming, but not for drinking. - Paolo Candotti.

The bubble has burst TODAY’S political landscape is a metaphorical reminder of Hans Christian Andersen’s story about a vain king who was so fond of new clothes and his appearance that he spent all his time and money on being well-dressed and parading himself in public, caring nothing about the state of his nation. One day, two swindlers came to town and pretended to be able to weave the finest cloth, which couldn’t be seen by anyone who was either unfit for office, or who was unusually stupid. The king had a suit made of this wonderful cloth and, not wanting to appear unfit to rule or stupid himself, pretended to be able to see the new clothes, as did all of his ministers and courtiers. He paraded his new clothes through the streets and the onlookers, also not wishing to appear unfit for their positions or stupid, all admired them until a little child said: “But he hasn’t got anything on!” Soon all the onlookers were re-

peating what the child said and the bubble of pretence burst while the king continued the procession, attempting to maintain his dignity by pretending nothing had happened. Current affairs in our country give meaning to the tale’s theme of a context in which certain people are widely acclaimed and admired until someone starts to question whether what they have done or created is real or of any value. The initial lone voice of reason, once seen for its veracity, is then rapidly taken up by others and becomes a crescendo of voices now clamouring for the obvious truth. I will credit Julius Malema, in this instance, for being that lone voice and commend him for having the courage of his convictions to speak out and take action against President Jacob Zuma long before it was as fashionable to do so as it is increasingly today. ALEXANDER STRACHAN Chase Valley Pietermaritzburg

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HILLCREST Conservancy is offering an intensive half-day training course to assist and uplift one’s gardener’s skills. The course will give a brief overview of the importance of our natural environment (your garden) and the need to preserve it. The course covers: • The benefit of indigenous gardens. • Safety in the garden and awareness of risks. • Most common alien plant identification and eradication. The course is aimed at educating your gardener and providing him/her with the skills to ensure that your garden complies to some extent with the Alien Plant Control Regulations. It will assist in making your garden a safe working environment and of which you will be proud. The course will be held on Friday 27 May at Kingfisher Centre in Springside Nature Reserve, 93 Springside Road, Hillcrest from 8am to 1 pm at R70 per delegate per half-day. Tea will be provided, but delegates must bring their own lunch. Inquiries and bookings, contact Ian Pattrick e-mail: ianvpattrick@gmail. com Note: early booking advised as numbers are limited to ensure each attendee receives personal attention Advance payment to confirm your booking: EFT Payment preferred as cash deposit fees reduce your payment alt. cash payments with your details may be handed to a committee member Account name: Hillcrest Conservancy, Standard Bank Hillcrest, branch code: 045 726, account number: 254131174 Provide your name and “Course Fee” as reference then e-mail confirmation of payment to hillcrestcon servancy@gmail.com or to our treasurer at c/o PO Box 1882, Hillcrest, 3650. Proceeds go to Hillcrest Conservancy projects, e.g. IAP control and education. Hillcrest Conservancy is a non-profit group of volunteers and relies on your support to protect the environment. - Supplied.

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qualifier in Netherlands from 12 to 14 May if we are able to find sponsorship.” “We are flying on a wing and a prayer and are hoping we can secure some sponsorships from the community. “Any help that one can provide us with will be appreciated.” .

PPER Highway’s miracle horse rider Mark Frenzel has jetted off to Germany in anticipation of the paralympic qualifier competition to be held in Waregem, Belguim from 22 to 25 April. This is the first of three remaining competitions in Europe before the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in September. Mark is currently training on a hired horse and practising his dressage tests at a yard called Hof Bettenrode near Gottingen until 20 April. Speaking to the Fever Mark’s mother Maudelene said that this trip is a dream come true for her and her son. She said that when Mark was born she knew something was terribly wrong as his head was the size of a tennis ball and he weighed just over a kilogram. Doctors predicted that the Mark would never walk, talk or pass the mental level of a threemonth-old and chances of him surviving were slim to none. Born with cerebral palsies (permanent, non-progressive movement disorders that cause physical disability, mainly in the areas of body movement), Mark defied all odds and has grown into one of the Upper Highway's most successful disabled horse riders. She said that Mark and her arrived on 1 April at Hof Bettenrode, in Germany.

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Mark Frenzel hopes to fly the SA flag at the Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in September. “We could not bring Marks trainer and groom with us because of financial restraints, however, the owner and his wife where we are kindly offered to train Mark,” she said. “We found a horse that is suitable for Mark and the two of them are getting to know one another as the horse was trained in German, for able-bodied riders, which has been a big adjustment for all.”

She said that Mark trains every day and is improving with every lesson. “We are leaving for Waaregem, Belgium on 19 April to compete at a qualifier for the paralympics and we are hoping to go to the last

Young Upper Highway girl lands ‘Winnie the Poo’ rabbit role KALISHA NAICKER NINE-YEAR-OLD Upper Highway lass Jordyn Everett has secured a role in the upcoming Kickstart production, Winnie the Pooh at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. The fun-loving Curro HCA pupil has been cast as one of the rabbits. Speaking to the Fever about his daughter’s achievements, dad Craig said that Jordyn has had love for dance, theatre and musicals since she was old enough to walk and talk. “She has gained her on stage experience at the well-known KZN dance studio which also put comprehensive dance and talent shows together,” he said. “She has won numerous gold awards in different dance categories, including ballet, modern and tap. She is very active in her choir and has singing and vocal training.” Craig said he is extremely proud of his daughter’s achievements and knows she is headed for stardom. He added that Winnie the Pooh is a colourful and faithful adaptation of AA Milne’s classic children’s book. It stars Rowan Bartlett as the much-beloved bear, and quirky Belinda Henwood as his nervous side-kick, Piglet. “Others in the cast include Liesl Coppin as bossy, but the motherly, Kanga, and Luca Tarboton (Annie in

KickstArt’s 2014 production of Annie) as her mischievous off-spring, Roo. Bryan Hiles plays Tigger, Roo’s bouncy partner in crime, and Nhlakanepho Manqele plays allknowing Owl, with Anthony Stonier

as the ever-efficient Rabbit. Peter Court plays doleful donkey Eeyore, and directs this production. Christopher Robin is played by Ivan Williams. Set and costume design is by Greg King, and choreography by Daisy

Nine year old Jordyn Everett. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Spencer,” he said. Winnie the Pooh runs from 30 June to 17 July, with performances at 2.30pm Tuesday to Sunday and 7pm Friday. No babies in arms, or children under three.

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SPCA search for a champ FEVER REPORTER THE Kloof and Highway SPCA is on the hunt for its 2016 Dog Box champions. This is one of the most sociable and fun events of the year. They challenge local companies, organisations, schools and individuals to adopt one of their “Socialisation Runs” for 24 hours and raise their “bail” money to secure a release.

Participants will be locked up for 24 hours, from Friday 27 May, 12pm to Saturday 28 May 12pm. The SPCA encourages the champions to brand and decorate their kennel space in any way they wish and invite friends, family, clients and colleagues to visit and show their support while making a difference for animals in the community. Funds raised will be allocated to outreach clinics during 2016 - and this is where the public can make a mark and be a part of a team that reaches out to animals in underprivileged and poor communities living in abject poverty. Help the SPCA to alleviate their unnecessary pain and suffering and improve the quality of their lives. If you would like to be a part of this annual event, contact Barbara Laubscher on 031 764 1212/3 or email fundraising@kloofspca.co.za to book your space.

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Cheri Cooke (left, inspectorate manager) and Lisa Gadd (SPCA PR and outreach officer at the event last year.

Conservancy launches charitable trust >> Trust will rely on conservancy members and the public for donations KALISHA NAICKER

HE Kloof Conservancy, a key player in protecting and preserving the biodiversity in the Kloof area, launched its “charitable trust” this month. Paolo Candotti, conservancy chairperson, said one of the biggest constraints the conservancy has is fundraising. “While we are a very active conservancy, the reality is that if we had more funding we could get a lot more done. Not only that but we would also have much more time to run environmental projects instead of spending time trying to raise money. “To address this and with guidance from one of our members, David Cairns, the Kloof Conservancy Charitable Trust has been established as an independent trust, but with the sole purpose of raising funds the income from which will then be transferred to Kloof Conservancy for projects.” The Kloof Conservancy Charitable Trust will rely on conservancy members and the public for donations or bequests. Funds raised will be invested prudently in equity markets and 70% of the income generated from investments will be transferred to the Kloof Conservancy for projects. The actual donations and 30% of the income from investment will be re-

Kloof Conservancy launches trust.

and has set up the trust, which complies with the relevant legislation, trust number IT001723/2015(D) “This is a long-term project and the transfer of funds to the Kloof Conservancy will only become meaningful once the capital base is sufficiently large. This may take several years to achieve so the Kloof Conservancy Charitable Trust offers members and the public the opportunity of investing in the long-term future of our environment by donating to the trust directly or by making bequests in wills,” said Candotti. “Should you wish to make a donation - any amount would be most welcome - deposit your donation into the conservancy account - details below then e-mail a record of your deposit so that we can acknowledge receipt. “If you do wish to make a bequest then let us know so we can make an appropriate record of your wishes.”

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tained in the trust to build a strong capital base. Trustees of the trust are Susan Cairns, Phillida Ellis, Garth Williamson and Candotti as chairman of the Kloof Conservancy. Cairns and Ellis have extensive experience in similar NGO trusts and bring a wealth of expertise. Williamson is a trust administrator

Account name: Kloof Conservancy Charitable Trust Bank: Sasfin nank Branch code: 683000 Account number: 30000097616

Security company bent on protecting families and deterring criminals ENFORCE Security is urging residents to carefully consider their home security measures and ensure that, in addition to protecting their families, they also play a role in deterring criminals. In South Africa’s current criminal climate, the clichéd saying, “prevention is better than cure” has never rung more true. Enforce director Derek Lategan explains that the 4D strategy – deter, detect, delay, and detain – is the best approach to residential security, and that deterring crime is the first line of defence for any home. This is because criminals operate on a risk versus rewards basis and will weigh up their chances of getting caught with their desire for what is in a home. “So if, from the start, your home appears to make entry and access difficult – and therefore result in a higher chance of arrest – it is likely they will opt for another target. “This is why deterrence is so impor-

tant. Despite the expertise of skilled reaction officers, dedicated SAPS officers, and experienced private investigators to respond to and investigate crime incidents, the first priority in home security is always to prevent a crime occurring in the first place.” Lategan explained that having a home alarm system was an integral aspect to securing a home, and a measure that should by no means be underestimated. However, it was not advisable for families to rely solely on this technology, particularly as many criminals would still break into a home, despite it being armed. “Criminals will take their chances, especially if they believe that whatever is in your home is worth the risk. “They also know that, despite the possibility of triggering your alarm system, it will take armed response a few minutes to reach your property. Highly organised syndicates have been known to clear out homes in less

than five minutes.” Nonetheless, having an alarm system – and ensuring that it is always armed, even if a home owner is only away for a short period – is a “non-negotiable”, said Lategan. In addition to a home alarm – and the visible sign boards of private security companies – perimeter fencing and walls should be robust, and gates always locked. Barking dogs can also be daunting. But even working together, more is needed to optimally secure a home and deter criminals. Lategan said: “Criminal modi operandi are ever-changing, and this is why multilayered and integrated approaches to security are so important. “Private security industries in South Africa and globally are always stepping up to these new challenges, and with the rate of technological advancement in the world, there are always new technological capabilities to tackle crime head on.”

He explained that electric fencing made criminals think twice about targeting your home, as did visible CCTV cameras as they know these increased their chances of being identified, tracked down, and arrested. “Community CCTV cameras also served to divert criminals from neighbourhoods as they were highly visible and connected to the alarm systems of the homes in the area. “In the event of alarm activation, control room operators are immediately presented with live images from the related community camera, and can both verify the alarm signal and respond to the threat appropriately. “Knowing that these cameras also allow private security professionals to take frequent virtual patrols of an area makes criminals less likely to target homes in the vicinity.” Another recommended deterrent advised by Lategan are external beams as these usually result in criminals abandoning their attempts to

break into a home. This is because they know armed response has already been dispatched and would more than likely reach the house before they are able to break in, let alone steal anything. “It all comes down to mind-set changes as the key to preventing crime and ensuring the safety of your loved ones is to realise that crime trends and criminals’ modus operandi are everevolving. As such, the best way to protect your home is to meet the threats with a multi-layered approach. “In today’s world, security is no longer a luxury and a basic alarm system is no longer enough to keep you safe. “You need to do all you can to prevent becoming a victim. After all, there can be no compromise on your loved ones’ safety,” Lategan concluded. - Supplied.

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Watercrest Mall is a year old >> Mall caters for the Hillcrest, Waterfall, Molweni, Inanda, upper Kloof, Linkhills, Bothas Hill and Assagay areas

ATERCREST Mall opened its doors to the public on 23 April 2015. Watercrest Mall is refined and glamourous without forgetting its sense of community and village life. Watercrest Mall - live country, shop city. The 45,000sqm complex has been welcomed with open arms as it caters for much of the community’s retail needs. Anchored by SuperSpar, Checkers, Dischem, Woolworths, Game and Edgars, the centre’s well-

planned tenant mix features most of the big national players, some unique line store offerings, the addition of a food court and the opening of Ster Kinekor movie theatres mid June lat year. The centre has been fully let by RVN Properties with around 120 stores on offer. Other representations include electronics stores, mass discounters, fashion and home ware. Demacon and Fernridge market research companies have supported the development of a regional

shopping centre in Waterfall. Watercrest Mall is specifically positioned in the Upper Highway area, to cater for the Hillcrest, Waterfall, Molweni, Inanda, upper Kloof, Linkhills, Bothas Hill and Assagay areas. Over 200kms of rebar, enough concrete to recreate the runway at O.R. Tambo, bricks that could build a five-metre high wall around Robin Island and over half a million tons of structural steel, the take-off weight of an A380 airbus. Those are some of the physical

cornerstones that make up this gentle giant that is Watercrest Mall . But with this might comes a desire to be true to the leafy lanes, rolling valleys and the flair and sophistication that comes with country living. This R700 million development is the brainchild of family property business The Rowles Group and JSE-listed property fund Acucap. Watercrest Mall is earmarked to be a serious player in Durban’s retail sector. For more information follow the Watercrest Mall Facebook page.

Watercrest Centre management commented on their first anniversary: “We at Watercrest Mall take this opportunity to thank our shoppers for their unrelenting support and loyalty during the year. “We are so proud to be a part of the Upper Highway area, working together to make a difference in our community, and we will continue to strive to meet shoppers’ needs and look forward to many more prosperous years.”

The HILLCREST FEVER team congratulates the WATERCREST MALL and tenants on celebrating their 1st birthday hillcrest

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It’s a CELEBRATION! “W

E are honoured to be a part of this one year celebration. This amazing community makes our mall as great as it is. Thank you.” - Gateway health Watercrest team.

Louise Joubert, manager.

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Waterfall SUPERSPAR revolutionises shopping KALISHA NAICKER Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com

HE leading convenient store in the Upper Highway area, Waterfall SUPERSPAR will be rolling out its fresh and innovated new-look concept store within the next month in the area. Waterfall SUPERSPAR will be redesigning its ‘good living, health and beauty and pet care’ aisles while introducing an ‘endless aisle’ concept for shoppers to purchase goods online and have them delivered within 48 hours, to their home. After two years Waterfall SUPERSPAR were forced to change certain categories due to growth in the market and certain products diminishing in its market share. Waterfall SUPERSPAR took into account products and created a concept which is best suited to its customers needs. The store has a spacious, well thought out flow and colour co-ordinated category markers have been introduced to identify the various ranges of items thereby providing an easy, uncomplicated shopping experience. Spar co-owner Shaun Quin says this is a pilot project in KZN. “Waterfall SUPERSPAR continues to pioneer new formats and offerings which is setting the benchmark in our industry. Combining our own research and that of our partners we believe we have developed a new store design that is complimentary to the needs and expectations of customers,” he said.

The Spar pet-care concept will provide a full range and will have header boards making it easier for customers to identify goods. The health and beauty aisle will be more refined and have a “flow” to shopping. There will also be header boards and special categories making shopping easier. Spar’s ‘good living’ section offers quality, convenience and choice on a whole range of products to make shopping stress-free. Quin said that the ‘endless aisle’ will be a great hit for shoppers. “Endless aisle is the concept of using in-store kiosks to allow customers to order products which are no longer in stock or not sold in the store - such as fridges, microwaves and other major appliances and customers can then have the product delivered to their home,” he said. “We are transforming the way shopping is done and giving shoppers a fun new shopping experience and there will be everything shoppers need, at one destination.” Quin thanked his customers for their support over the years, and said that if it were not for them Waterfall SUPERSPAR will not be the success it is today. “Whatever we do we always make our customers our number one priority and at Waterfall SUPERSPAR our customers are our family.” Waterfall SUPERSPAR will celebrate its 30th birthday in October in grand style so watch out for this momentous occasion.

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Our stores are proud to be a part of this amazing journey to success and wishes the mall well.

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Zama Zondi owner of BJanes and employee Nonhlanhla Thusi. PHOTO: KALISHA NAICKER

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Birthday time at Watercrest A

T Torga, you will find a dedicated team of ladies offering a professional eye-care service who use the latest technology lenses and fashion frames, and feel

at home in the new Watercrest Mall. Wishing all in the mall a happy first birthday, and remember you are always welcome at Torga.

Torga team (from left) Shireen Desai, Jenny Radford, Brenda Fettes and Shanya R. Lilwanth. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Hip, hip, hooray HILLCREST reppresenta tives Felicity van Tonder (left) and Sarah Brauns wish Watercrest Mall a happy first anniversary.

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Books and Stationery LG30 UG 61 & 62 LG14

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Entertainment and Leisure LG27

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Vox pop MORE ON PAGE 20 ‘HILLCREST Fever’ reporter KALISHA NAICKER asked shoppers how they feel about Watercrest Mall celebrating its first anniversary this month.

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Nonkululeko Khuzwayo:

‘Happy birth day to this wonderful mall. You have provided much needed jobs for our com munity.’

‘Well done Watercrest Mall on this achieve ment. We are happy to shop here every day.’

Nobuhle Khumalo

Patrick Makhathini ‘One year and its only the start. Happy anni versary.’

‘I am so proud to be working at Watercrest Mall. It changed my life for the better. Happy anniver sary.’

Michelle Naidu

Avril Benson

‘Watercrest Mall is a mall that caters to our every need. Well done on this amazing an niversary.’

‘This mall is ex actly what our community needed. Con gratulations on your one year anniversary.’

Nestoer Mhlongo ‘This year was a year that had a lot of changes for our com munity and because of Watercrest Mall they were all positive. Happy one year to all at the mall.’

Christine Moore ‘Hip, hip hooray hap py birthday to Watercrest Mall.’

Kumeshan Govender ‘I just love shopping here. It makes me feel welcome.’

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‘for all creatures great and small’

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‘HILLCREST Fever’ reporter KALISHA NAICKER asked shoppers how they feel about Watercrest Mall celebrating its first anniversary this month.

Richard Parkinson ‘When I first walked into this mall I could see how welcoming all the shops are. This mall is des tined for success. Well done.’

THE Hillcrest Fever and Carrol Boyes is giving away a serving bowl valued at R3 195 to one lucky reader.

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Yolanda Marian:

’Watercrest mall is so shopper friend ly. Well done on their achievement.

“Watercrest Mall has the best shops. I spend most of my weekends here. Happy anniversary.” PHOTO: KA LISHA NAICKER

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THIS MOTHER’S DAY

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ILLCREST High matric dance took place on Friday 8 April. The theme was "Into the Woods" and the hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The young ladies looked stunning and elegant, and the gents debonair. As usual, the arrivals

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engaging with children about how they can make a difference. Mrs D, teachers and a group of boys, her “eco warriors”, imple ment strategic projects around the theme “green forever”. Five major themes that were tackled in accordance with the eco schools programme are resource use, healthy living, nature and bio diversity, local and global issues and community and heritage. “It is important to make the projects fun and interactive,” ex plains Dunstone. “Once children believe in the importance of their role in our planet’s future they can then carry these values with them to adult hood. “We have really enjoyed and benefited from the EcoSchools programme as it gives us and our boys focused goals and we have been steadily achieving them over the years.”

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N Wednesday 27 April and Friday 29 April John Vlismas will be sharing the stage with funny Durban locals – Carvin Goldstone and Masood B at Mozambik, Hillcrest and Tina’s Hotel (Kloof). Feast on the delicious flavours of Mozambique, while enjoying a topclass comedy show. And in the spirit of Freedom Day, R20 from each ticket sold goes to support the Jes Foord Foundation. John Vlismas is an award-winning comedian and one of South Africa’s most creative, prolific and well-known international comics. Outspoken and sometimes controversial, Vlismas is a favourite on the South African comedy scene and a household name. Some of his successful - and usually sold-out one-man comedy shows and tours have included Pow (2009), Lucky Plebian (2008), the award-winning Gay, and Black & Immortal (2007), Whacked (2001), Grinder a twohander with Bevan Cullinan, 2001, Aggravated Assault (1999), Man in

Black (1998), and Mr Ballistic (1997). He produced and headlined Have a Heart (HAH) in aid of Child Welfare Johannesburg in 2006. In 2002, he hosted and co-produced the largest standup comedy event seen in South Africa, Laugh Out Loud, which played to 7000 people. Other performance highlights include being the support act in Steven Wright’s South African tour, and performing for SA Tourism at the Sydney Art Museum in 2004. Vlismas also produced the South African leg of Henry Rollin’s world tours in 2007/8 and 2010. Host Carvin Goldstone has recently returned from his successful Australia-New

Zealand one-man comedy show tour Only in Africa!. Goldstone cements his position as one of SA’s most successful comedians as he follows in the footsteps of Trevor Noah. His hilarious, family-friendly comedy style and likeable on-stage persona leave people in stitches. He’s also the only other SA comedian, besides Noah, to regularly sell out Durban’s 1 200-seater Playhouse Opera Theatre. Support act Masood Boomgaard is no stranger to the comedy scene, and has been performing stand-up since 2007, and shared the stage with pretty much every top local comedian. A highly sought-after MC and corporate act, he has toured all over the country and become one of the most popular acts in Durban. His one-man comedy shows have been a huge ‘Hillcrest Fever’ and On Fire Comedy hit over the years - Sibawill be giving away six double tickets to ya, Bat Centre, Seathe shows. Log onto the ‘Hillcrest brooke’s Theatre. Fever’ Facebook page, like the page Boomgaard writes, he and answer a simple question makes movies (Curry and to win get clicking now. Vice) and he’s funny. Show starts at 2.30pm at 9 Inanda Road, Hillcrest. Ticket are R100 per person. For more information or bookings call 031 765 6556 or email mozambik.hillcrest@gmail. com

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Leandra Paverd and Presha Soo grim with Dee (an African penguin) and her waddling boots. USHAKA Sea World staff members, Leandra Paverd and Presha Soogrim, have recently taken up the Penguin Waddle 2016 challenge and will be joining 14 other penguin lovers, in a walk – or waddle – from Gansbaai to Simon’s Town, all in honour of the endangered, endemic African penguin. Starting at sunrise on Monday, 11 April these passionate conservationists walked an average of 20km per day for six days and passed through Hermanus, Kleinmond, Gordons Bay and Muizenberg, with their journey that ended on Saturday, 16 April at the Boulders Beach penguin colony in Simon’s Town. The 14 other conservationists accompanying them for this Penguin Promises Waddle for a Week event were members of the uShaka Sea World team as well as those from

around the country. Paverd and Soogrim, both 25 , are in their final year of nature conservation studies. To prepare for the waddle walked along the uShaka Beach promenade. Working with mammals and birds at uShaka, Paverd is outspoken about the effects of plastic pollution. She hopes to encourage her fellow South Africans to say “no thanks, I have my own” when offered a plastic shopping bag. Soogrim, a marine educator at uShaka Sea World, hoped that by taking the approximately 240 000 steps, she inspired others to take small everyday steps to help heal and protect the marine environment. Being a vegan with loads of meat-free recipes and ideas, she promotes a culture of eating less meat and endorses the meat free Monday initiative. “Lowering our carbon footprint is good for penguins and what’s good for penguins is good for people,” she says. The endangered African penguin is only found along the southern African coastline. They occur nowhere else in the world. Their distribution stretches from Namibia in the west, to Algoa Bay in the east. These birds face extinction in the wild as their numbers continue to decline dramatically. South Africans can help the African penguin by visiting www.pen guinpromises.com and choosing one or more of the listed suggestions and you will be on your way.

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eThekwini Mayor, James Nxumalo, and East Coast Radio presenter, Damon Beard, at the 2015 Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk. ENTRIES arestreaming in for the Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk on 22 May. If you haven’t already signed up, make sure you hurry as only the first 30 000 entries will be accepted. Enter online at www.ecr.co.za or at selected Totalsports stores. The annual event brings together people for a morning of exercise and great memories. Exercise improves heart health, lowers blood pressure, helps reduce cholesterol and blood glucose, helps to burn fat and maintain weight. Walking is low impact and a refreshing form of low intensity exercise. All four routes get under way at different times from uShaka Marine World and all 30 000 walkers will cross the finish line at People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium. With around six weeks to go before the event, lifestyle and fitness expert, Lisa Raleigh, has these tips to make sure you’re well prepped! • Get advice. Talk to your doctor first before starting a new fitness programme, especially if you

haven’t exercised for a long time. • Choose wisely. Correct walking shoes are light and fit comfortably. Walking long distances can put strain on different parts of your body, so it’s good to invest in quality footwear for both your training and the walk. Check that they fit properly and wear them in before the big day to avoid blisters. • Dress smart. Wear comfortable, light, breathable clothes to avoid chafing. • Drink up. Hydrate well and make sure you eat something an hour before you train or do the walk. • Walk wisely. Keep a brisk pace to elevate your heart rate, but stay in a comfortable walking pace where you can still talk and not gasp for air. • Chin up. Maintain good posture during your walk. Keep your chest up to avoid slouching. • Don’t forget to stretch. • Round up the troops. If you just can’t get going with your training schedule, find a walking buddy or join a club. - Supplied.

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KINGSLEY Holgate is considered one of Africa`s most colourful modern-day explorers. A humanitarian, adventurer, author, TV personality and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, Kingsley has travelled to and embraced every country on the African continent. He will give a talk at the the Kloof and Highway SPCA on Friday 22 April and the community is urged to attend. What makes Kingsley and his team so unique is their theme of using adventure to improve and save lives through malaria prevention, water purification, Rite to Sight and community conservation education. With son Ross, Kingsley has completed many world-first challenges, including a Cape Town to Cairo crossing of Africa in open boats, the Zambezi and Congo Rivers, and a circumnavigation of Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake. Kingsley sailed the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in land yachts and in another expedition called “Extreme Latitude” the Holgates circumnavigated the globe by land following the Tropic of Capricorn. Their yearlong “African Rainbow” expedition took them in an Arab sailing dhow to the Somali border and back, followed by the Outside Edge expedition – a 449-day, 33-country geographic and humanitarian expedition to track the outline of Africa that was hailed as the most successful expedition ever undertaken in support of malaria prevention. Other expeditions have included a

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number of journeys in the footsteps of the famous Victorian Explorers, men like Livingstone, Stanley, Thomson, Count Teleki and Chuma and Susi, the two black unsung heroes of exploration. Kingsley and his family team have survived countless attacks of malaria, the threat of bandits, rebels, wild animals and the danger of unexploded landmines. A recent Nile River adventure took them to Juba in time for the birth of the newest country in the world, South Sudan. Then Kingsley and his team followed the Great African Rift Valley from Djibouti on the Horn of Africa to Mozambique – all part of his quest to

embrace “Mama Afrika”. Having crisscrossed Africa from south to north, east to west and then circumnavigating the outline of the continent, embracing all 54 African countries through several journeys of discovery, it’s was only natural that the next challenge was to find her heart, Africa’s geographical centre, an epic odyssey that became one of Kingsley’s toughest challenges. Tickets are R250 per person and a cash bar with snacks will be provided as well as fantastic lucky draw prizes and auction item. For bookings and more information, contact Sarah van Heerden on 031 764 1212 or email operations@ kloofspca.co.za

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that. They combine Polestar’s 20 years of racing pedigree with Volvo’s inherent pragmatism and engineering heritage. These are very fast cars that you can use every day of the year.” The two new models also mark the globalisation of the Polestar brand. The first road legal Polestar cars were launched in 2014 to limited markets, including South Africa. Today, Polestar is delighted to announce that it is

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losophy of the team behind their development. “While used in vastly different areas, these cars share more than just technology. The core philosophy is the same, developed by people with the same passion. “It is about creating performance that can be used in all situations, no matter whether it’s about winning a championship or being able to enjoy a

and creation of the panels, each of which offers unique changes as the car ages. If repairs become necessary, individual panels can be replaced rather than large sections of body. It should then be possible for owners to identify areas of the car where remedial work has been done by hand, adding to the memories being passed down. To create contrasting elements within the overall design, aluminium has been adopted in parts such as the wheel caps, steering wheel and seat frames. Like wood and leather, metal is also known to change appearance over time, making it a material that will also develop its own unique look and character. On design, Kenji Tsuji, Toyota engineer overseeing development of the Setsuna, says: “The completed body line of the Setsuna expresses a beautiful curve reminiscent of a boat. We would also like the viewer to imagine how the Setsuna will gradually develop a complex and unique character over the years. The car includes a 100year metre that will keep time over generations, and seats that combine functional beauty with the gentle hue of the wood.” - Supplied

safe, functional and fun-to-drive car all year round,” says Thed Björk, Polestar Cyan Racing race and development driver. The race and road cars feature a further-developed four-cylinder Drive-E engine, with the two-litre, twin charged engine of the Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar producing 270 kW and 470 Nm. Despite the increased performance, fuel consumption and emissions are at a class-leading level of 7.8-litres per 100 km and 179 g/km CO2, further proving the efficiency of the Volvo’s Drive-E powertrain. Henrik Fries, vice-president R&D, Polestar, concludes: “All changes made to the car are about improving drivability and efficiency. The base of the new engine carries motorsport technology with solutions like the combination of turbo and supercharger, lightweight materials and more. This works hand-in-hand with our core philosophy and has enabled us to evolve the Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar.” Other new features on the cars include new 20-inch lightweight wheels, Polestar-calibrated electro-assisted power steering and new slotted front brake discs, measuring 371 mm in diameter. Only 32 new Volvo S60 Polestar models will make their way to South African buyers in the third quarter of 2016, with similar pricing to the previous model. - Supplied.

April 19, 2016 CONTACT US>> Email all local news to Kalisha Naicker at kalisha.naick er@media24.com media.co.za or contact her at 072 111 9635

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Gogos go ‘Olympic’

Gogos practice ahead of the 2016 Gogolym pics. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

>> 2 000 grannies will compete in the 2016 Gogolympics this month FEVER REPORTER

ILLCREST Aids Centre Trust (Hact) is hosting the sixth annual Gogolympics on Friday 22 April at Molweni sports ground. This year’s Gogolympics is set to be

Rugbyfilled weekend RENE MISSEN LAND Rover Durban-Hillcrest Villagers RC were hosted last Friday night by Westville Old Boys (Wob) RC at their home ground at the Jimmy Bellows

the biggest ever, with more than 2 000 gogos (grannies) competing invarious sporting codes, inclulding soccer, netball, relay races, pass the ball and novelty games. The Gogolympics aim to improve the health of grannies who are impact-

ed by the HIV/Aids crisis and daily struggles such as caring for orphaned grandchildren. There are 2.5 million children orphaned due to HIV/Aids in South Africa, with the majority of these children in the care of their grandmothers.

The Gogolympics is one element of the Grannies Support Group project run by Hact in response to the burden the HIV/Aids pandemic has placed on grannies. The event recently gained international attention when grannies put

their soccer skills to the test by taking on members of Australia’s national cricket team. For more information, go to www.hillaids.org.za/news/2016-gogolympics or contact market ing@hill aids.org.za or 031 765 5866.

sports complex in Westville in the second round of the 2016 KZNRU First Division. In the opening game, Westville old boys 2nd XV beat their Villagers counterparts 27-5. Villagers’ only try was scored by Nathi Gono. Gey Van Pittius and Nathi Gono were awarded Men of the Match. In the main match, Villagers and Wob 1st XVs were evenly matched for

much of the first half, however, the gap soon opened in the second half, with the Hillcrest lads finishing the game with a comfortable and convincing 30-17 win. Try scorers were Brandon Waugh (scored two), Jason De Bryn (scored two) and Dolfy Britz while Alex Klewinghaus kicked a penalty and conversion. Henkie Groenewald won Tackle of

the Evening award, while Brian Lewis and Jason De Bruyn won the Men of the Match Award. Coach Mike de Kock said: “It was a typical intense Hillcrest-Westville derby. We showed a massive defensive effort in the first half keeping out their relentless attacks. In the second half our forwards started getting the ascendency, which allowed us to finally get some momentum and score some

fantastic tries. “Although we have gotten off to a good start, we still have lots of work to do as we prepare for the next match against Durban Mets.” Earlier in the evening Envirosan Hillcrest Villagers 3rd XV went down to Toti 3rd XV 28-11 at Durban Shongweni Club in a hard and more evenly matched game than the final score reflected.

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