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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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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

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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

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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Taking part in the dance will be (LR)Corey Rachel Ward, Gracie Bishop, Sarah Hilli ar, Hannah O'Do novan, Candice AmblerSmith, Daniella D'Oliv iera, Olivia Ja son and Jamie AmberSmith.

HE Bella Zumba-Dance Marathon is taking place on Saturday, 23 July from 8.30am to 10am in the Kearsney College Hall. Tweens, teens and ladies are invited to participate in this fun-raising event which promises to be fun, festive and healthy. Registration takes place from 8am to 8.30am on the day and cost

is R40 per person. Raffle tickets will be on sale for R10 and you could win health and fitness-related products and services. Candice Ambler-Smith and Gemma Dippenaar will be the instructors for the 90-minute zumba, dance marathon. For more information, visit www.facebook/bellapolkinghornefunraising.

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Sister stands up to drugs >> Woman uses her loss to help others

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HEN her brother died from a drug overdose, Zipho Mkhize, the founder of NGO Katsi Youth in Action, decided it was time to take action by helping young drug addicts. “My brother was a drug addict and a drug dealer. He distributed many types of drugs, while at the same time using them. He started using drugs at the age of 13. I got to know about them because he used them in front of me at home. “He was in and out of jail. He lived his entire life under the influence of drugs and shifted from one drug to another. He never stopped until he died in 2013 at the age of 41.” After Mkhize’s brother died she realised five months later that his son was smoking dagga. “I spoke to a lady named Joey du Plessis from Careline in Hillcrest., which helped a lot because she taught me that addiction is not a choice, it is genetic. Drugs are a choice, not an addiction. “Then I remembered that my dad died at the age of 39 from hepatitis B,

caused by alcohol. “Addiction is like a brain disease so people must be taught about it. That’s when I decided to help my son and his friends to get clean.” Kastsi Youth in Action was established in 2013 and now operates at Kwadabeka at the eZimbambelweni Old Age Home premises. The organisation implements various programmes including detox programmes where addicts are taken to Kwadabeka Clinic for detox, prevention programmes where members conduct drug awareness campaigns in schools, community events, parents school meetings and churches in Pinetown, Hillcrest and surrounding areas. “We work with 22 schools in Clermont. We recently went to Kwanyuswa where we held drug awareness talks at Siyajabula High School. We played a big part in Kwamashu after pupils died due to an ecstasy overdose last month. “We do early intervention programmes for new drug users who have not reached ‘disaster phase’. We see them individually at our offices or at schools once a week for two hours for

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three months. “We normally get clients after we conduct drug awareness talks - some of them come to us while others are referred by parents, teachers, principals and police. “During our talks we teach them about different types of drugs and their side effects. We teach them about areas of recovery and the meaning of relapse and triggers, then we monitor them by conducting urine tests, which tell us the type of drug the person is using and whether they have shifted from one drug to another.” She said they also do home visits, which is called family joint counselling. “We do home visits for addicts who want to quit a particular drug, and that’s when we teach them about that specific drug and its side effects as well the withdrawal symptoms. Then we nominate a family member to be the addict’s supporter.” The organisation gets funding from jumbo sales and fund-raising events and rely on donations. A Kwadabeka resident Ntombi Ndlovu said: “I received a call from my child’s school informing me that my child was caught smoking dagga and they referred me to this organisation. “I am glad we will receive the help that is needed.” For more information contact 081 093 7599.

Four injured in Hillcrest headon collision Miss Earth SA grows ‘green’ friendship THE Miss Earth South Africa has brought our local earth warriors, Mireesha Narsai and Melissa Schreiber together in friendship and teamwork. These young women are both regional finalists in the Miss Earth SA programme and hope to make it to the fi nals in September. “I have known of Mireesha for a few years, but we never had the opportunity to share ideas and realise that we both love all things ‘green’,” says Schreiber. “We officially met at a beach cleanup in June and I knew this girl had a spark about her, just like me.” Narsai an avid plantbased food blog ger, Schreiber an animal activist share their love for the environment making them the perfect team. The girls took part in a community “Love Day” on 18 June arranged by The Unlimited. The call was for anyone in the Highway area to spread the love to 330 children and trans form five crèches. Narsai and Schreiber were allocated to Inhlakanipho Crèche in KwaNyuswa, Both as Hill where volunteers fixed the play ground, built a bicycle track, planted a vege table patch and fruitbearing trees, painted classrooms and fixed the bathroom. July sends them to Johannesburg where regional finalists will be participating in var ious greening projects. The girls sum up their Miss Earth SA jour

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Mireesha Narsai and Melissa Schreib er work to aid kids in the Upper Highway area. ney: “We have had the pleasure of planting trees and teaching children about Mother Nature. Cleaned numerous beaches, roads and had a great time. We thank God for giv ing us hands, feet and a voice to teach peo ple about His creation. We thank him for new friends, sunshine and rain. Thank you, Miss Earth, for this unforgettable opportu nity to really make a difference.” The Miss Earth South Africa will be an nounced in September. Visit http://mis searthsa.co.za/blog/ to follow the finalist’s progress and projects. Supplied.

FOUR people sustained various injuries when two vehicles collided head on with each other on Inanda Road near Crestholme in Hillcrest on Saturday. Werner Vermaak the ER24 Spokesperson said that paramedics found the two vehicles on the side of the road. All of the occupants were outside of their vehicles. “Three people were found lying near the vehicles. It is understood that they were removed from the vehicles by bystanders. “Three people from the Tata sustained minor to moderate injuries. The driver of the BMW sustained serious injuries which included chest injuries and multiple fractures. They were all assessed and treated on the scene and later transported to RK Khan Hospital,” he said. The accident is being investigated.supplied

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Story of our world today >> Terrorism continues to hold humanity captive, with one horrific attack after another

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UST after midnight on Thursday, I received a message that there had been a terror attack in Nice, France. News of mass killings has become so commonplace in the world that sadly they no longer have the shock impact they should. I clicked onto my Twitter timeline and found it flooded with breaking news of another human tragedy unfolding. As I scrolled down, there was graphic footage taken by people at the scene — bodies strewn on the streets

and traumatised people screaming in horror. A truck had ploughed through a festive and unsuspecting crowd during Bastille Day celebrations in the French coastal city. By Friday morning, the confirmed death toll was 84. It is the story of the world today, where one horror incident after another terrifies the human race, only to be masked by something even more dreadful happening a few days later. Speaking at a memorial service recently for five police officers in Dallas, Texas, U.S. President Barack Obama called on Americans to “reject despair” as racial tensions mount across the country. The five policemen were shot by an African-American army veteran at a protest over the recent police shootings of African-Americans in Minnesota and Louisiana. Obama tried to soothe his nation,

traumatised by unceasing incidents of mass shootings in recent years. “Another community torn apart, more hearts broken, more questions about what caused and what might prevent another such tragedy. “All of it has left us wounded and angry and hurt. This is — the deepest fault lines of our democracy have suddenly been exposed, perhaps even widened. And although we know that such divisions are not new, though they’ve surely been worse in even the recent past, that offers us little comfort,” Obama said. He captured what happens across the world as terrorism continues to capture humanity. “We turn on the TV or surf the Internet, and we can watch positions harden and lines drawn and people retreat to their respective corners, and politicians calculate how to grab attention or avoid the fallout.

Live Mandela’s legacy and do good every day AMONG the best of actions are those that gladden the heart of human beings, feed the hungry, help the afflicted, lighten their sorrow and remove their suffering. Being of service to others is an integral part of humanity. All should be actively engaged in social welfare and in meeting the needs of the communities where they reside.

An individual who is insensitive to the suffering of other human beings and is not inclined to serve the cause of humanity cannot be described as good for humankind. We must always be ready to serve humankind and have love and kindness for all of God’s creation. Mandela Day — July 18 — was a global call to action that celebrates the

In the Gorge with Kloof Conservancy Nkutu Upper Falls LAST month we introduced you to the main Kloof Falls but there are a number of other falls which are easily accessible and worth a visit. The Nkutu Upper Falls are easily accessible from the Nkutu Picnic site at the bottom of Valley Drive in Forest Hills. This picnic site is an ideal venue for a family gathering with its large lawn area and picnic spots with tree shade. It is also much quieter than the main Kloof Falls Picnic site. To get to the falls take the path that crosses the Nkutu River at the picnic site. After crossing the river, the path heads to the right and you will be walking on the northern section of the Nkutu Gorge. In this section you are walking through KZN Sandstone Sourveld grasslands which are the most endangered biome in the eThekwini Metro Area. After a few minutes the path turns right and you start the short descent to the bottom of the Nkutu Gorge. On the way down take note of the Rock Hyrax (Dassies) middens which are located on the ledges. Rock Hyrax are common in Krantzkloof Nature Reserve. Hyrax struggle to regulate their body-temperature so are often found basking in the sun. Strange but true, the closest living relatives of the hyraxes are the modern-day elephants! Once at the bottom you need to do some boulder hoping upstream until

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The beautiful Nkutu Upper Falls. you arrive at a lovely sandy beach which surrounds the pool at the bottom of the falls. Retrace your steps to return to the picnic site. Difficulty: The path is in good condition and easily negotiated but the descent and ascent to into the Nkutu gorge and the boulder hopping make this a challenging walk not suitable for people with walking difficulties – allow a total of 1hour return Security: Walking in the reserve is safe – normal precautions apply when walking in isolated areas.

idea that each individual has the ability and the responsibility to change the world for the better. “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” — Nelson Mandela. The message behind Mandela Day

One of nature’s wonders WE are in a severe drought. Rivers and streams have been reduced to trickles and some have dried up. Dam levels are low and some towns have run out of water. The effects can be seen clearly as you drive inland from the coast, with green vegetation turning to golden brown. Except for the green patches of exotic trees that survive with their deep roots, the rest of the countryside has put on its winter coat and gone to sleep. But it’s in the thornveld that you see the drought’s effects. In the lower Mpushini Valley, there is only parched earth and stark, thorny trees. The Mpushini River, the lifeblood of the valley, has dried up and you wonder how people and animals survive. But it’s in this inhospitable place that the aloe, which provides nectar in winter for bees and sunbirds, puts on a spectacular display, stunning against the harsh thornveld background. Showing off its racemes of crimson and orange, the aloe is one of nature’s wonders. Whenever I see the aloe in bloom, I wonder why it hasn’t found a special place in our gardens. It’s a hardy plant and needs no care. But gardeners will argue that indigenous plants are not beautiful. They would rather give care to thirsty exotics and drench them with our precious water. After all, they pay for it. T. MARKANDAN Silverglen, Durban

“We see all this, and it’s hard not to think sometimes that the centre won’t hold and that things might get worse.” In South Africa, we have mercifully not been the target of terror attacks, although incidents of criminal and political violence are unacceptably high. However, it came as a shock this week that police had arrested four people on terrorism-related charges. Two young men, twins BrandonLee and Tony-Lee Thulsie, were allegedly planning to join the Islamic State group in Syria, and are accused of wanting to bomb the U.S. embassy and Jewish facilities in the country. Two other siblings, Fatima and Ibrahim Mohammed Patel, were charged af-ter they were found in possession of a stun grenade and 20 rounds of live ammunition. It is not clear how the 23-year-old twins, who converted to Islam, became radicalised and why they might

want to perpetrate violence in South Africa. Around the world, there is a rising tide of violence and the will to cause human suffering. The struggles to assert racial and religious freedoms are being hijacked by extremists who believe that mass bloodshed could somehow further their causes. From suicide bombings in Turkey’s main airport to religious sites in Saudi Arabia, it is difficult to read sense into the Islamic State’s agenda and what it hopes to achieve. Similarly, excessive police force used against African-Americans and retaliatory attacks against white officers can hardly help to promote race relations in a divided society. • Ranjeni Munusamy is a political journalist and commentator for the Daily Maverick.• ranjeni.munusamy@gmail.com

is simple: if each one of us heeded the call to simply do good every day, we would be living Mandela’s legacy and helping to build the country of our dreams. Mandela followed three rules throughout his life, which he did at great personal sacrifice: Free yourself. Free others. Serve every day. Media Desk Darul Ihsan Centre Durban

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By Mieke van Tienhoven MANY invasive alien plants are unwanted because they are poisonous. Such is the case with the wax tree (Toxicodendron succedaneum), also commonly known as a Rhus. It is quite common in the Upper Highway area. Hayley Walker of Winston Park discov ered its toxic properties after her son Bray den, who was 6 years old at the time, had a severe allergic reaction to it. He had been playing in the sawdust of a wax tree that had been felled, when his face and arms started to swell. “His face was so swollen that his eyes were little slits. We rushed him to hospital, where he was treated for several days. His arms devel oped an itching rash that blistered. He was kept in isolation as we didn’t know the cause, and only afterwards realized that the wax tree was responsible.” Not everyone is susceptible, but in some cases, reactions can be severe, and can include respiratory distress. The resin

is also very persistent and can stick to tools for several months, so great care should be exercised when tackling this tree. The glowing autumn colours of its leaves are conspicuous now, making it easy to spot at this time of year. The red and orange leaves are compound (915 leaflets), and the brown berrylike fruit may persist after all the leaves have fall en. Make sure you mark it now to kill it with an appropriate herbicide when it is growing vigorously in spring. Smaller trees can be easily pulled out now (wear gloves and protect your arms to avoid contact with the sap!). Even the leaves contain enough sap to cause skin irritation and blisters. This is one tree you don't want in your garden. The wax tree is a category 1b invasive alien plant, and according to NEMBA reg ulations (2014), it must be removed and destroyed. For more information contact Mi eke:amvantienhoven@gmail.com

‘Library friends’ welcomes ‘big tusker’ speaker

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Isilo of Tembe, who was the biggest tusker in Africa in his lifetime. There are only 40 big tuskers left in the world where there used to be thousands.

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HE Friends of Kloof Library Forum welcomes speaker Ernest Robbertse, CEO and co-owner of Tembe Elephant Park Lodge, who will give a talk and presentation on, 'Are these the last of the big tuskers', on Tuesday 26 July at 6pm at Kloof Senior Primary School Hall, Abelia Road. Tembe Elephant Park is in Maputaland - the north-eastern corner of South Africa. It’s a 300 square kilometre Big Five National Park between Zululand and Mozambique, currently home to the biggest tuskers in southern Africa. These old, mag-

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nificent giants roam their ancient pathways through an ecologically rare sand-forest, grasslands and wetlands together with an infinitely rich diversity of bird and animal life. It is also the ancestral home of the proud Tembe Tribal Authority. Robberste became involved at Tembe in 1998, when he, in partnership with the Tembe Tribe, established the Tembe Elephant Park Lodge within the national park. He has been involved in the development of the lodge, which is managed by the Tembe people, and with Tembe wildlife conservation, particularly

the critical conservation of the few remaining big tuskers worldwide, and their genes. He has worked closely with wildlife vet, Dr Johan Marais in this regard for many years. Robbertse also plays a significant role in tourism, job creation and education in the greater Tembe area. He is such an avid coffee drinker that he has created a coffee emporium of world-class standards at Tembe Lodge. -supplied For more information, con tact Bev Elsip on 082 903 6841.

KLOOF Entrepreneur, Mel Gard, was recently selected as one of three finalists in the BWA Durban Regional Business Achievers Award 2016 Entrepreneur category. With over 14 years’ experience in business, Gard’s passion lies in online strategy, although her journey to the world of online business was rooted in learning the ropes of starting and managing small businesses. Graduating from the University of the Witwatersrand with a Bachelor of Science degree with honours in 2002, Gard and her husband, Nick, managed and co-owned three hospitality businesses, before launching their online business in 2009. After being accredited as a certified WSI Internet Marketing Consultant in July that year, she attended the WSI Excellence and Innovation Conference in Miami, Florida in 2010, where she received an Advanced Internet Marketing Certification for 2011. Gard is also Google Adwords and Analytics Certified, and in her role as tech speaker and teacher, she has been invited to speak at many events for leading institutes such as Durban Chamber of Commerce, Zululand Chamber of Commerce and Seda. The Regional Business Achievers Award (RBAA) is a Businesswomen’s Association (BWA) initiative that honours women in business across South Africa.

Mi Casa to ROCK Kloof RELAX, unwind and spend Sunday 24 July at Liberty Corporate’s Music at Makaranga, listening to the sounds of Mi Casa. Hosted by Liberty Corporate, Music at Makaranga, at Makaranga Garden Lodge in Kloof, this has become a highlight for music fans and lovers of local entertainment in the Highway area. Since 2010, Mi Casa have become

popular for their signature soulful sound and unparalleled creativity. This South African house music group comprises three musos - J’ Something, Mo-T and Dr Duda - who have released numerous number one singles, including These Streets, Jika, Your Body, Turn You On and more. Through their unique sound, Mi Casa released album’s Mi Casa Music, followed

With up to six categories that range from emerging entrepreneur, to entrepreneur, social entrepreneur, professional, corporate and government, the awards identify, acknowledge and cultivate female leaders in each region. Gard was nominated by Gonda Swanevelder, a WSI employee, who says: “As soon as I found out that nominations were open for these awards I immediately thought of Melanie Gard. I felt compelled to, as her story is truly inspiring, her work ethic is outstanding and her achievements speak for themselves. She is a thought leader in the world of business and I grow on a daily basis under her mentorship. It was a no brainer really.” After submitting a Portfolio of Evidence and going through a stringent interview process, she was selected as one of three finalists for the award in the entrepreneur category. Final winners for the six categories will be announced at a gala dinner on 29 July at the Durban ICC. “Being nominated – especially by an employee – for the RBAA finalists has been a huge honour. Durban has an amazing array of female entrepreneurs and to be a finalist in this category is quite stunning, and very humbling,” added Gard. To learn more about booking Gard as a speaker, visit www.melaniegard.com For more information on WSI Durban, visit www.wsionlinebusiness.co.za - Supplied.

by Su Casa Mi Casa, a double platinum seller and last year, released their latest album, Home Sweet Home. These South African Music Award winners continue to bring their energy to every performance and always get feet dancing with their infectious beats. Tickets through Computicket, at R140 for adults and free for children under eight. Food available from the artisanal food stalls inside the event as well as the Makaranga restaurant, including cash bars. Gates open at 12pm. - Supplied.

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pper Highway granny Elizabeth Mazeka visited the Kloof and Highway SPCA with her employer and her two male Africanis worried about their welfare. She explained to staff that her employer had offered to help bring her beloved dogs to the SPCA as she could no longer keep them - they were chasing her neighbour’s chickens who has threatened to harm them if she did not remove them. So she spoke to her employer about the situation and the difficult decision was made to sign them over into the care of the Kloof and Highway SPCA to be re-homed. Lisa Mörck SPCA PR and Outreach

Happy ending for ‘Two Dogs’ Officer said the staff tried to coax the dogs from reception to the kennels, but they would not move. “Elizabeth told us their names were ‘Two Dogs’ and turned to leave as Two Dogs starred anxiously as their owner walked away,” she said. “The staff knew then they would do whatever they could to reunite Elizabeth and her dogs.” Mörck said this was not just any love story and Sarah van Heerden, SPCA Operations Manager contacted supporters to help. “Two Dogs and their story quickly became known to the staff at the Kloof and Highway SPCA and Guy Murray

from Container Conversions said he would help and soon afterwards Erika Velissariou came forward to say she would help too. “The plan of action was for the Kloof and Highway SPCA to visit Elizabeth's home and see if the property could be fenced, if it could Guy and Erica were prepared to donate funds towards the fencing that would ensure Two Dogs could not get out.Justus van Rees from Green Dot Fencing was contacted to do the fencing.” On 7 July Two Dogs left the Kloof and Highway SPCA to go home with their devoted, caring owner, offering another happy ending. - Supplied.

With the dogs (front, from left) Senzo Dlami ni, Justus van Rees, Brigitte Fer guson and (back, form left) Phomo lo Koaile, Nicholas Khanyile, Nhlonipho Mazeka, Eliz abeth Maze ka and Sar ah van Heer den. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

New record set for SA 100 Miles of Nowhere AVID cyclists who joined in the 2016 edition of the 100 Miles Of Nowhere organised by The Cows KZN herd, based on US Blogger the FatCyclist's template, raised R170 000 for Choc (Childhood Haematology and Oncology Clinics) as they rode the required 160 kilometers on static training bikes at Cadence Centres around the country, setting a new record for the South African version of the ride. The nett total amount raised matched the amount raised at last year's 100 Miles Of Nowhere, but was pushed past this mark with the arrival of a further R4 000 raised by the Coffeeberry Cafe in Pietermaritzburg through their pledge on every cappucino sold last month. "That really embodies the spirit of this event," said Hillcrest resident Iris Varty, the co-ordinator of the KZN Herd of The Cows. "For every person who rode the event, it seems like there was another concerned, committed corporate willing to contribute to the 100 Miles of Nowhere cause." In all 324 cyclists rode in the 2016 event, including nine of ten cyclists who took part in the inaugural South African edition of 100 Miles Of Nowhere in 2011, riding at Cadence centres in Hillcrest, Durban North, Westville, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town

and Johannesburg. The Westville gathering managed to raise the most money (R57 642) as well as bringing home the first team to reach the 100 miles mark when the Bluff Meat Supply quartet covered the 160 kilometers in 4 hours and 26 minutes. while Team Sequel, riding at the Durban North Cadence studio topped the list of team earnings. Ian Pren tis dishes out some robust encour agement to Iris Varty in The Cow suit. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

In between the notable achievements were numerous striking personal contributions, ranging from Corneel du Toit who rode the 160 kilometers on his open training bike at home, and send in his entry fee together with his GPS readout verifying that he had done the full distance. The project also received a donation in lieu of a wedding gift from a bride and groom who were unable to take part in

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Communities urged to protect their enviroment. THE Kloof Conservancy is committed to the promotion of environmental awareness and conservation, biodiversity protection and the empowerment of communities to take action thereunto. Business make up a noteworthy portion of the community and are therefore key to this objective. According to Paolo Candotti chairman of the conservancy, business have been known to contribute to environmental pollution and degradation in the pursuit of profit. He said that the past few decades have seen a fundamental shift in this paradigm, and a growing number of businesses are seeking to mitigate environmental harm and improve their environmental performance. “The Kloof Conservancy commends these business and, in association with Carla Higgs, a corporate social responsibility consultant, offer this new series of monthly articles where we hope to educate business about environmentally responsible practices, and guide business on path to environmental responsibility.” Candotti said that in truth, every business, from a one-person proprietorship to the largest corporation, depends on and affects the environment in many ways. “For example, the raw materials that your business procures to manufacture its products were certainly derived from natural resources. Indeed,

most plastics are derived from petrochemical feedstock, which in turn originates from oil, natural gas or coal. The electricity that powers your business operations is derived from coal. “What’s more are the direct impacts of your business on the environmental through the generation of waste, handling of hazardous materials, consumption of water, and air emission to mention a few. “All of these elements mean that your business is exposed to different degrees and types of environmental risk. The consequence may include damage to your businesses reputation or the cost of clean-up and fines. “Many businesses are in the supply chain of JSE-listed and multinational companies who set specific environmental requirements for all the businesses in their supply and value chains. Such business that contravene, or are unaware of these risks will certainly put their relationship with such clients in jeopardy.” He urged the community to ensure that one’s business identifies potential environmental risks. “To do this, take the environment into considerations in your businesses risk management process. Where there is uncertainty, acquire the assistance of an environmental professional.” For more information contact, carla@inspirecsr.co.za - Supplied.

this year's 100 Miles of Nowhere. "It has been a great success, driven by the passion of the men and women in the cycling community who identified with this unique challenge, and our passion to use our sport to benefit the children battling cancer," said Iris Varty, the co-ordinator of the KZN Herd of The Cows. "Many sponsors put their hands up, either to pay for bikes at one of the Cadence Centres, or else simply making donations in support of the 100 Miles Of Nowhere, which all helped to reach the grand total at the end of the day, for which we are all really grateful," she added. While the Westville and Durban North gatherings attracted the biggest attendance, while a four strong team representing the Sunfoil Dolphins were part of the enthusiastic crowd of cyclists at the Hillcrest Cadence Centre. "The Sunfoil Dolphins guys were unbelievable," said event organiser Rose Owen. "They had all come off a big gym training session that morning, and were obviously out of their comfort zone, but they gave it everything they had. "They stayed at the Hillcrest Cadence until the last guys had finished their 100 Miles," she added. At the Durban North studio, SA Rugby Legends stars John Smit, John Allen and John Slade got locked in some heated duels on their team bike. The Tyger Valley Cadence in Cape

Town saw ace cyclists Darren Lill and Waylon Woolcock, with Lill's girlfriend and 2008 Beijing Olympian, Candice Neethling and former elite mountain biker, Timo Cooper leading a spirited charge to their 160 kilometre target. In Johannesburg the resurgent Cashandra Slingerland stunned the cycling community by grinding out her 100 Miles solo at the Bryanston Cadence, showing off her staggering return to top form, enjoyed by fellow riders Kerrin and Grant Bain, whose daughter Jessica was responsible for founding the Cows after she succumbed to cancer in 2008. Riders in each of the centres were able to watch comparative read-outs from selected bikes at each of the Cadence Centres, and were swept up in the ebbing and flowing charges made by the faster teams. The organisers and the Cadence team have already started planning the 2017 event, and considering changes that may include shifting the event to a Saturday in May, and offering easier social team options on bikes running on cadence. Mark Carroll, who heads up Cadence from their Hillcrest studio, said that they would also try to accommodate serious cyclists wanting to do a hard ninety minute training session, but who still wanted to be part of the 100 Miles Of Nowhere project. More information can be found at www.100milesofnowhere.co.za.

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KHAYALETHU Care Centre, a registered non-profit organisation, and the Department of Social Development, under the Pinetown district, recently held a two-day school holiday workshop where various issues, including drugs, HIV, Aids, education and career guidance were discussed. This workshop was attended by Hillcrest, Pinetown and surrounding area communities. Ekhayalethu founder Sbonelo Ngema said: “The event was a huge suc-

cess and many pupils from various schools showed interest in this event. “At the workshop I advised the youth about life and the importance of knowing what they want in life. We also gave them certificates as a token of appreciation as well as to encourage them to be active individuals in the community.” Ekhayalethu Care Centre was established in 2006. “I realised that in my community there are many disadvantaged children and most of them are without parents. The centre is a non-residential hub that provides food parcels, school uniforms and clothing for children in the

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Horse & Wine Festival fascinates CROWDS descended upon the Shongweni Club where top quality equestrian displays, dog agility shows as well as fabulous food and wine all made for a great Saturday out. “It was a really fabulous event with every body saying they had a thoroughly great time,” said Shelly Moore of the Shongweni Club. “Despite the weather being a bit nippy, people really enjoyed being outdoors, visit ing the quality stalls and watching the thrilling arena displays. Children were also kept entertained all day in the kitted out Kids Zone.” The venue saw close to 2000 visitors on the day where they were treated to a range of equestrian activities performed by

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Shongweni’s top riders, the K9 Police Dog Unit display as well as a number of fun com petitions, enjoyed by both competitors and spectators. The Children and Pony Fancy Dress Com petition was won by TiffanyJane Wait and her daughter, Bella with their ‘clothes’ horse. Entrants were judged by a panel looking at originality, effort, creativity, crowd support and overall appeal. The win ning team ticked all the boxes with Bella’s pony cleverly dressed as a washing line while Bella adorned in an OMO washing packet. The family was thrilled to win a weekend getaway to Rockwood Lodges as well as the use of a Land Rover Discovery 4.

The popular Barrel Racing competition, which is an equestrian discipline run by Western Mounted Games Association of SA and presented by the Turn and Burn Stud from the Midlands, saw competitors racing on horses around barrels at high speed, thrilling spectators. Candice Gillespie was the fastest rider, galloping away with the R2 500 prize. The Speed and 4 Bar competition ne cessitated that horse and rider complete six jumps against the clock, as well clearing four jumps in a row from 1.10m to 1.40m. The event was won by Ryan Wallbridge on Fore stye Bengston, who won R10 000. The Ride and Drive contest saw show jumpers racing Land Rovers through an ob stacle course and the R5 000 cash prize was taken by Erinn and Richard Dempsey. It was a particularly special win for Erinn

as it was her beloved horse, Equal Image’s final competition before ending his suc cessful career. For the first time, in conjunction with the Horse & Wine Festival presented by Land Rover Durban, the SA Lipizzaners put on a show the evening before the festival. The Lipizzaner performance is the only Lipizzan er show outside Vienna, that is affiliated to the Spanish Riding School. “This is the second time we have hosted the historic South African Lipizzaners at Shongweni and it was just another spectac ular performance,” she said. “We had more than 1 000 people coming out to see the show. This was a great event with something for everyone,” said André Schrenk, dealer principal for Land Rover Durban. – Supplied.

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TAND-UP comedian, writer, actor (Attack of the Indian Werewolf, 31 million reasons, Curry and Vice) and award- winning morning radio show host on Lotus FM and East Coast Radio (ECR), Neville Pillay, is the new brand ambassador for Upper Highway retail company, CallOwner. Pillay is a household name across South Africa and the winner of the 2012 So You Think You Funny comedy contest. Known for his impersonations and unique brand of Indian comedy, his many years at ECR also means he has stand out crossover appeal. Hilarious scam calls, original comedy skits and his song parodies, or “pariokees” as he calls it, are popular on you tube and BBM.

Sought after as an emcee in corporate environments and a regular on the wedding circuit this in-demand radio deejay is quick witted and loved by all. Pillay’s says far too many property owners have been duped into believing that the only way to legally sell a property is through an estate agent. “In reality, selling a property is no more difficult than selling a car, a boat or a bicycle. But, because a home is usually someone’s largest investment, it can be a very emotional process. That’s probably why property owners have been falsely led to believe that selling a home is an extremely complicated process that cannot be concluded without the intervention of a third party,” he says.

“Listing a property with CallOwner requires sellers to pay a once-off small upfront listing fee of just R1 200. Lots of people cannot believe there are no strings attached and no extra fees to be paid to CallOwner once a sale has been concluded. Pillay says that selling a home in today’s market is not only difficult, but its costly. He says that to save he encourages everyone he knows to use CallOwner , this way you deal directly with a buyer or seller. “CallOwner helps with this process and puts you in charge thereby saving on the expensive commission, giving you control of the sale and keeping the commission where it belongs, in your bank account”.

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IT is winter, which means that, rats and mice are look ing for somewhere warm and cosy to spend their days. For property owners, this means an increased likeli hood of rodents trying to make their way inside your house to set up home. These nocturnal creatures are most active between dusk and dawn, and usually hide from humans during the day. Here are tips on how to spot and get rid of rodents. Signs of a rodent problem Droppings Rodents do 50 to 80 droppings a night, small and dark (approximately 38 mm in length), scattered ran domly. Look for droppings particularly along walls, in cupboards or under sinks. Grease marks Grease marks and smudges are caused by mouse fur constantly brushing against walls, floors and skir tings on regular routes. You may find dark smears around holes or around corners too. Urine pillars With heavy infestations, body grease combined with dirt and urine tend to build up into small mounds that are up to 4cm high and 1cm wide. Scratching noises People often report hearing unusual scratching noises during the night when mice are most active. Lis ten for noises between partition walls, under floor boards, in false ceilings, basements and lofts. Nests Mice use easy to shred materials such as newspaper and fabrics, together with other soft materials to line their nest. Nests will often contain young mice. Tracks

Rodent tracks and tail marks can show up in dusty environments such as unused lofts and basements. To check for activity, sprinkle flour, talcum powder or chi na clay and check for fresh tracks the next day. Strong smell Mice urinate frequently and the urine has a strong ammonialike smell. The smell may be strongest near the main site of activity or in enclosed spaces. This smell can linger for a long time even after an infesta tion has been removed. If you are going to try and catch a mouse, you need to know the best bait to use. In most cases, when peo ple think of mice, they think of cheese, but did you know that mice aren’t really that passionate about cheese? That’s not to say they won’t eat it, just that they won’t go out of their way to snack on it. Mice do, however, love peanut butter, so if you are planning to try your hand at some DIY mouse control, peanut butter would be your best bet to lure them into a homemade trap. How to make a humane DIY mouse trap • Take an empty toilet or paper towel roll and place a teaspoon of peanut butter at one of its ends. • Place the roll on the edge of a surface, with the peanut butter end hanging off the edge. • Below the roll, place an empty plastic container with the lid nearby. • Wait for the mouse to take the bait. • When the mouse enters the empty roll to help himself to the peanut butter, its body weight will cause the roll to tip over and fall into the plastic container. When this has happened, place the lid on the container and set the mouse free in a safe area away from your home. – Supplied.

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ON’T let clutter, uncomfortable furniture, money or time restrictions keep you from reaching your décor goals this year. To create a fashionable, well-arranged and well-lit home, avoid these 10 home décor pitfalls: Deandra Solomon from Design House Interiors shares some tips … Letting the clutter build up There is nothing worse than having a cluttered space. When it comes to decorating your home, less is more. Solomon says you have far greater chance of achieving your ultimate look if you stick to this rule. She says not every nook and cranny needs to have a piece of furniture. Often, it is the clean and open spaces that make more of an impact. Making sure that things match According to Solomon, some of the most beautiful spaces are created by using a mixture of colours, textures and patterns. “Opting for a selection of neutral tones is a great and safe way to experiment with this. I mean, when don’t grey, white and black look good together?” Pushing furniture against the wall

Furniture arrangement is one of the key aspects of creating an amazing space. Solomon says she often sees people plastering the couch against the wall and placing chairs too far apart. Another common mistake is the creation of large empty spaces or small cramped rooms. The guiding factor here should be practicality and intimacy. Buying furniture that is pretty but uncomfortable It’s beautiful, but oh-so-uncomfortable. The basic rule is no matter how good-looking something is, if you can’t sit, walk or relax on it, it’s not for you. Neglecting lighting Having bright lights around the house is a common mistake that people make. It is important to create the right ambiance in your space by choosing the right lighting. “I suggest using dimmer switches and soft lighting throughout your home to give it that cosy and relaxing feel.” Buying cheap furnishings When deciding who is going to make your furniture or redo your kitchen, it is true that going with the

cheaper option can sometimes end up costing you double. Solomon says the best people in the industry are the best for a reason. Yes, they come at a cost, but they will end up saving you time and money in the long run. Using daring colours on key pieces According to Solomon, choosing a bright purple fabric to cover your couch probably isn’t the best idea. She says bold colours work far better on accent pieces as opposed to feature pieces. If you are thinking of brightening up a room, rather achieve it through the use of scatter cushions and other accessories. By doing this, you won’t get tired of the colour in two months, and if you do, you can easily change it out with other accessories and embellishments. It’s an easy way of achieving that “wow factor”. Doing too much, too quickly It’s easy to lose focus while you’re decorating your home. Creating a step-by-step plan will help you avoid getting side tracked or overwhelmed by the project at hand. Remember, people spend their lives redecorating their homes, so there is no rush.

Choose one space and complete it before moving onto the next one. Ignoring scale Furniture can be too small or too big for a space. It is therefore important to take into account the size and scale of the room. The right furniture can make a small room look bigger and make a large room feel cosier.

Being bullied into taking decorating advice Solomon says your home should reflect who you are. She says don’t let anyone impose their taste and style on you because at the end of the day, you have to live with it. Should you need help, rather employ the expertise of a decorator. - www.designhouseinteriors.co.za

Sharks stars network with Hirsch’s HIRSCH’S Hillcrest branch recently held a business networking morning with guest speakers Joe Pietersen and Jean Deysel from the Sharks rugby team. The talk was on their journey with the team. “I still get butterflies before a game and the nerves kick in but it’s all about the thrill and the passion for what you do,” said Jean Deysel. “Playing rugby professionally is a dream come true. I didn’t plan to play on a professional level, but now that I do, there is nothing else I want. Thank you so much for having us and it’s an honour to be here,” added Joe Pieters-

en. Networking guest, Devandre Ernest said it was wonderful to have Joe and Jean share their experience with the guests. “Thank you for being such a humble team – and for making us all proud.” For more information on events at Hirsch’s Hillcrest, contact Hirsch’s Hillcrest PRO, Taryn Taylor on 031 761 7500 or ta rynt@hirschs.co.za Supplied.

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DHL West ern Province U18 cele brate after their match against Bidvest Golden Lions U18 at Stott Field on the last day of the U/18 CocaCola Craven Week at Kearsney College.

their third try. Both teams ran hard at one another as the match progressed, but neither could break through the defence. The Lions closed the gap on the PHOTO: GALLO IMAGES scoreboard to 27-20 compliments of a penalty by centre Wandisile Simelane eight minutes before the final whistle, but that proved to be the last points of the match, and saw WP emerge as the top team for the second successive year. In the final match of the Coca-Cola Academy Week, the Blue Bulls ran hard at WP from the opening exchanges and did well to break through tackles and work their way close to the tryline. But they were kept from crossCoca-Cola Academy Week. ing the chalk by the tenacious Cape The main game of the Coca-Cola side’s defence. Unfortunately for WP, Craven Week, between WP and the Li- however, penalties conceded in kickaons, was scintillating. ble positions allowed the Pretoria side WP scored the first try of the match to slot over three first-half penalties to in the 15th minute via Manuel Rass as take a 9-0 lead. But the opposition they spread the ball wide, but this was fought back and managed to apply cancelled out by Lions flyhalf Tyrone pressure on attack as they put together Green, who won a turnover and later phases on attack. They were unable to touched down under the posts. The breach the Bulls defence, but they Cape side, however, had the final say earned their first points five minutes with a try by Muller Uys to take a 20-10 before half time compliments of a penhalftime lead. alty. The second half was tightly-conBoth teams gave everything in the tested as the Lions struck first with a second half, but WP made the most of try one minute into the half, but this their chances with Johannes Steenwas cancelled out by WP two minutes kamp taking a gap and accelerating en later as they crossed the tryline for route to the tryline to touch down un-

Western Province earn YouthWeek glory >> Actionpacked rugby week ends on high note

ESTERN Province (WP) took top honours in the Under-18 Coca-Cola Craven Week and the Coca-Cola Academy Week at Kearsney College in Durban in a satisfying day for the provincial union, which wrapped up the SA Rugby Youth Weeks. WP defeated the Golden Lions 2720 in an entertaining final match of the Coca-Cola Craven Week, while their Coca-Cola Academy Week counterparts fought until the end against the Blue Bulls for a 23-12 victory. The victory for the Coca-Cola Cra-

ven Week team ensured that they retained their status as the top team after a 95-0 victory in the final match last season against Eastern Province, while the Western Province Academy Week team built on the success of the side in the final match since the 2014 season. In a thrilling closing day to the Youth Weeks, a total of 22 matches featuring all 44 teams were played. Over the five days in the Coca-Cola Craven Week 269 tries and 1 888 points were scored, while 268 tries and 1 902 points were scored in the

der the posts, for a 10-9 lead. The teams exchanged penalties shortly after, but the Cape side made a breakthrough in the 63rd minute as Theo Boshoff scored a try, while Steenkamp added his second penalty to seal a 2312 victory for the team. Steenkamp’s two penalties, two conversions and try earned him a personal total of 15 points. The clash between the Pumas and Sharks was epic, with a win to the Sharks 26-23. At the Coca-Cola Academy Week, the Golden Lions staged a strong second-half comeback in their clash against the Sharks to recover from a 17-8 halftime deficit and win the match 29-22, while Eastern Province overcame a tough challenge by Namibia to win 17-15. The Sharks touched down for the first time in the ninth minute, and added another shortly before the break, while they also slotted over a penalty. They supported this with a solid defensive effort, which saw the Lions score only one try and a penalty. The Lions, however, came out firing in the second half as they stepped up their attack and tightened their defence, which earned them three backto-back tries to inflate their score to 29. The Sharks refused to give up and scored their third try of the match on the stroke of fulltime to go down 29-22. — Sport24.

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