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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
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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ble women who continue to make a difference to the countries they live in and the world. South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy. It’s been a year since his death and many ques tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. Many believe his spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba magic’. Clearly South Africans will continue to make great strides despite the negative news that some times comes to the fore. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.
Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime
continues to destroy some of our communities. However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our
own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 we renew our pledge to you to do our very best to continue to be the most accurate, fair and balanced source of news, opinion, features, sports and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area. We will continue to be open and honest with our readers and we assure you that the new year will be one never to be forgotten. Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones this year and those experiencing difficulties of all types this holiday season. We extend sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever family for a safe and peaceful festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2015. Kalisha Naicker Senior Journalist Hillcrest Fever
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MTIAZ Sooliman gave an inspirational speech at the recent 23rd Alan Paton Lecture at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The Alan Paton Centre & Struggle Archives have hosted numerous guest speakers over the years including, Archbishop Desmond Tutu. This year the theme was “Human Rights and Humanitarianism” and Sooliman provided insight into the work his organisation, Gift of the Giver (GoG), has done over the years. GoG was established over 20 years ago and is the largest disaster response organisation on the African continent. It has offered support to people in need across Imtiaz Sooliman gives an the globe to the tune of R1.4 billion in 41 inspirational speech at the 23rd countries. Alan Paton Lecture. Sooliman, a qualified medical doctor, PHOTO: NICOLE JOHN explained that before he began his organisation in 1992 he was given a task by a spiritual leader in Turkey who told him to form an organisation that helps all people. “He told me that I will serve all people, irrespective of race, religion, culture, creed or geographical location.” So when he returned to South Africa he did exactly that. His organisation made history in numerous sectors and boasts 101 awards. However through all this Sooliman said his workers look at every individual with “love, kindness, compassion and mercy” regardless of where in the world they are from. “We don’t see anything, but a human being. We all bleed the same blood. Problems come in when you start to think in boxes and put labels on groups of people,” he said. GoG workers are dedicated to responding as quickly as possible to every corner of the world where there is a need. Sooliman said the work they do is not done so that it can be reported about, and teams have often found themselves in places where no other disaster relief teams have been to before. The work they do is “We go where the PHOTO: NICOLE JOHN need is greatest, At the 23rd Alan not done so that it can be not where the Paton Lecture (from flock runs,” he left) Joyce Myeza reported about, and teams said. (UKZN library servi have often found themselves in Sooliman ces director), Nazim explained that Gani (senior librari places where no other disaster re when he was an, Alan Paton lief teams have been to before. given the task Centre), Professor to start this Mbogeni Malaba ‘We go where the need is organisation he (Alan Paton Centre was told the work chairman), Imtiaz greatest, not where the flock will be done Sooliman (honourary runs’ through him not by doctor at UKZN and him. guest speaker) and Prav “The spiritual leader ersh Sukram (head of special told me that I am just the vessel collections, UKZN library services). to get the work done. I don’t do any of this work on my own. “It’s through the help from South Africa and through the grace of God Almighty,” he said.
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T The Hayfields Hindu Organisation recently celebrated Shri Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanthi. Ram Navami was held at the Arthur Blaxall Hall with over 200 guests. Hanuman Jayanthi, the celebration of the birth of Shri Hanumanji, was held at the White Heart function venue once again was sponsored by Jai Bissoon and family. The Hayfields Hindu Organisation thanks all attendees for their support and commitment to the maintenance and upliftment of Hindu dharma. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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HE law states that a person who signs a contractual document does by his signature assent to the contents of the document, and if the contents turn out not to be to his liking he has no one to blame but himself. The principle of the caveat subscrip tor rule is that one’s consent is indicated by one’s signature to the document, irrespective of one’s true intentions. For this reason only an excusable mistake will allow you to escape any liability which may arise. You will not succeed in arguing that you did not read what you signed or that the contents do not reflect your intention. It is implied that you agree to be bound by signing a document with an attitude of “I haven’t read this document, but I am signing it because I am prepared to be bound by it without reading it”. A court case in the fifties demon strates the caveat subscriptor rule. An experienced business man, who could not read or write English, was held to be
bound by the conditions of a flight ticket, which he had signed without reading after jokingly asking whether he was signing his death warrant. In this case the court decided that by signing he elected to take the risk. Another example of how the rule oper ates was seen in a case where a sick man, who couldn’t concentrate, was held bound by his signature on a docu ment which contained Latin phrases he obviously wouldn’t have understood, as he signed the document without having someone explain the terms to him in a language he would understand. In a Rhodesian court case a businessman signed a consent to judgment without reading it or having it explained to him by his attorneys, and he was held to be bound by his signature. In South Africa and in relatively recent times, our exPolice Commissioner Bheki Cele bound the South African Police Service where he confirmed that he signed a number of documents without reading them. It is in certain cases possible to raise defences to the caveat subscriptor rule such as misrepresenta tion, fraud, illegality, du ress, undue influence and mistake. These defences are universally recognised. None of these defences are valid if it can be shown that the signatory was negligent. In a case of negligence, the person signing is bound by his signature. Good advice to any person who is required to sign a document is be ware before you sign. Acknowledgements: • R. H. Christie “The law of Contract in South Africa” 5th Edition 2006. • www.cliffedekker hofmeyr.com
Kerbside recycling programme to begin ing recycling items in their rubbish. During the roll-out of the Msunduzi Kerbside Project, which is to begin in the next few months, residents will need to separate paper, plastic, glass, cardboard and the like at home and put them out in a clear plastic bag in order for them to be
“Residents must please purchase clear bags in place of the black bags so there is no extra cost to householders. “The collectors will then further separate or sell the mixed recyclables to bigger collectors. The municipality will not be paying the small collectors
The municipality will collect the rest of the normal black bags for disposal at the landfill site. “In some cases the collector may want the recyclables put out on a different day for collection.That can be an arrangement with the respective householders,” he said.
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Neo run a colourfil event THE first Pietermaritzburg Neon Run took place at the KwaZuluNatal Botanical Gardens, hosted by Entertainment Live. This type of event is well known in South Africa, however, this was the first to be host ed in the City of Choice. The event attracted over 700 participants and sponsors such as Sound Mechanix, KFC and Sanbi, KZN National Botanical Garden.
The gardens gained great exposure from the event attendees because some did not know of the various themed gardens that have been developed there. With the distance of 2.5km to fivekilometres of fun walk, it was more about promoting a healthy lifestyle in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere. Participants came out in full support of the theme decked in neon colours, glowin
thedark accessories and neon face paint. Marshals made it easy and efficient for participants to find the routes to sections following glow points. Essential services such as the Prestbury SAPS and paramedics were also monitoring the event to ensure the safety and wellbe ing of the participants and fortunately no harm was done. Glow sticks and colorful lights made the whole garden to be filled with beautiful different glowing bright colors. Supplied.
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At the handover of the donations (back, from left) Paul Watson, Dave Baker, Kevin Mc Namara, Mario Janse Van Rensburg, Dave Groth, and (front) Kate and Mindy Janse Van Rensburg.
Hilton Round Table donates to animal rehab THE team from Hilton 242 Round Table spent a morning handing over their first lot of donations they had collected as part of the first phase of their yearlong project to help the team at the Freeme Animal Rehabilitation Centre on the Karkloof road in Howick. Freeme is an animal rehabilitation centre run solely on donations with the help of volunteers. Not only does it rehabilitate animals back into the wild, the organisation teaches children about these animals, the importance of looking after wildlife and the important role they play in our future. The Hilton Round Table collect a variety of donations including pillows, food bowls, a fridge, animal food, animal medicines and hay bales. The team from Freeme and the Hilton Round Table thank everyone who donated to this great cause. The Hilton Round Table will be running this project throughout year. To donate contact Paul Watson at 082 300 6960 or visit the drop-off point at Watson Motors, 45 Clough Street, Pietermaritzburg. For more information, phone 033 330 3036.
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There is a minimum of 16 300 households in the municipality and because of this volume the municipality is not in a position to collect recyclables. “The recyclables have value and
there are many unemployed in the municipality. We want to boost employment and collect recyclables, and it can be done together. Therefore the plan is for small business development in recycling. “There is a need for transport so small business or individuals with bakkies and trailers are invited to register and become part of the recycling operations in the municipality. The municipality will provide training and networking with the major collectors in the municipality,” said Rajah. The dates of the roll-out will depend on the successful registering of the collectors, their readiness to commence, education and awareness of the respective households and the availability of the clear plastic bags in supermarkets. Rajah said that the programme should be rolled out in June.
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During the rollout of the >> Dates of the rollout will depend on the registering of collectors Msunduzi Kerbside Project, due to begin in the next few NICOLE JOHN easily identified by municipal nor will it be asking for payment months, residents will need to >>nicole@pmbfever.co.za rubbish collectors. for the recyclables,” he said. separate paper, plastic, Waste management manager, Rajah said the recyclables SUNDUZI Municipality Richard Rajah said clear plastic bags must be put out on refuse glass, cardboard and residents are encouraged to will be available to buy at supermar- collection day and a recycling colthe like get into the habit of separat- kets before the programme begins. lector will fetch the clear bag only.
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Sarah Pryke of Ani mal Art Shed has donated a painting to LifeLine to raffle at this year’s Art in the Park. Tickets are R10 each and can be bought from the LifeLine offices or at the LifeLine stand at Art in the Park. Proceeds will go towards buying items for our rape comfort packs and community uplift ment projects including the Life Line community store in aid of orphans and vulnerable children. This is the second time Pryke has donat ed a painting to LifeLine. The draw for the painting will take place on Sunday 8 May.
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APTAIN Bob D. Sewpersad served our community and the SAPS for 25 faithful and meritorious years both as an officer and a gentleman. He mentored and guided many non-white senior police officers, including myself. He never faltered nor failed in his duties and was the first Indian to be appointed commissioned officer in the apartheid era in KwaZulu- Natal Midlands. His promotion to commissioned rank (lieutenant) was through
An officer and a gentleman academic qualifications and ability, not by favour nor the quota system. Sewpersad was one of the very few, in those days, who was most versatile in a number of languages, such as Hindi, Zulu and Afrikaans - a rare achievement in those years. He served when every white policeman was superior to every other nonwhite policemen (in those days there were no policewomen) irrespective of
Unique features of the camel AMONG animals, the camel has certain peculiar characteristics that can be a reflection of divine wisdom and power. It is the largest most robust and durable animal, and although elephant is a much larger animal than the camel the Almighty has mentioned the camel rather than the elephant because the Arabs knew camels and scarcely saw an elephant. Despite the fact that a camel is such a huge animal, a Bedouin Arab will not find it difficult to look after it even if he is poor. He is unable to gather or afford it and it has to be let loose and will gather its own nutriment and live on leaves. It has a long neck to reach the tops of the high trees. The food of elephants and other animals are expensive. In Arabian deserts water is a scare commodity and is not
available everywhere, yet the camel can survive for about week without water as the Almighty’s power has provided it with a small narrow mouthed pouch in its paunch to store extra water which it uses up gradually for seven to eight days. Thus it is a superb
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animal because the Almighty has divided its legs into three levels. Each leg has two knees that it manoeuvres to sit down so it becomes easier for riders to climb up and down. It is the chief beast of burden in desert and as such is able to carry large loads. It is most difficult to travel in daytime in Arabia because of scorching sunlight and the Almighty has made it possible for the camel to travel throughout the night. Camels are so obedient that even a child can lead them along anywhere. Camels are very valuable in many ways and teach man the Almighty is omnipotent and has consummate wisdom. ASE AMEEN Mountain Rise
Camels are so obedient that even a child can lead them along anywhere. Camels are very valuable in many ways and teach man the Almighty is omnipotent and has consummate wisdom draught beast. Nature has created it uniquely, so that it is perfectly adapted to survive the hazards of the harsh climate of the desert. There is no need to set up a ladder to climb up the high
his rank or status, which was a regulation that caused much hurt and contention among non white policemen as they had no recourse to this unjust law - a very trying time indeed
for policemen of colour who held rank in those days. These resilient men were really challenged to the limit in those days he was one of them. Sewpersad was a man of integrity and had high moral standards. He had a very promising career ahead of him, but ill health put paid to that and he was boarded medically unfit at the height of his policing career.
One thing that still stands out in my mind is that he would not abuse or allow the abuse of another persons property whether state or private. Sewpersad bestowed a legacy of hard work, honesty and integrity among those with whom he worked. Those you have mentored, we salute you, sir. LOGAN GOVENDER Pietermaritzburg
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THE football fraternity has been saddened by the death of Selvum Chetty. “Biggs” as he was affectionately known to his family, friends and thousands of adoring fans across the country, will be sorely missed and revered as a legend of the game. Biggs was a footballing wizard, whose natural skill inimitable body swerves and deft touches will forever be etched in the memory of those who were privileged to watch him. Not only was Biggs a footballing genius, he was an incredibly down to earth and humble individual whose personality complimented his
prowess on the field. It is one of the many tragedies of apartheid that Biggs could not display his talents internationally because his ability was truly befitting of a world arena. The contribution of Biggs to the development of non-racial sport and the great entertainment he provided to football fans will never be forgotten. Hamba kahle Biggs, your story is one which we will share with generations to come. SUNIL MAHABEER Oak Park
Facebook readers comment on dog attack A MAN in his sixties was critically injured last Friday after he was attacked by two dogs at a residence in Longmarket Street. ER24 paramedics were called to the residence by the police who had received the emergency call. Paramedics arrived at the residence and found the patient seated next to some of the police officials. It is understood that the man had heard a loud barking outside and went to inspect. Outside he found two “pitbulls” attacking some chickens. The dogs then apparently turned their attention on the man. On assessment, paramedics found that the man had sustained a number of serious bite wounds over his head, chest and arms. Paramedics immediately treated the patient and provided him with advanced life support interventions. Once treated, the patient was transported to Greys Hospital for further treatment. It is believed that the dogs were scared off when the police fired a warning shot. Local authorities were on scene for further investigations.
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The picnic will take place at Msunduzi Hospice, 200 Zwartkop Road, Prestbury on Thursday, 5 May at 10am. The palliative care manager will do a talk on the work of Hospice. Bring your own picnic and blanket. Tea and coffee will be served. For more information phone 033 344 1560.
GRAND MOTHER’S DAY DANCE A mother’s day dance will be held by the Çaballeros Dance Band on 7 May at the Blind and Deaf Hall from 8pm. For more information contact Mano at 082 451 9706.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP The Alzheimer’s support group will meet on 6 May at 10 am at Riverside Park Home, 450 Bulwer Street in PMB. Anyone who has a connection with someone with dementia is welcome to attend. Inquiries: Lorna at 033 396 6607 or 084 696 6607 BOOK LAUNCH AT TAG Tatham Art Gallery will host the ‘Strandloop’, by Norman Morrissey book launch in Café Tatham on 6 May at 5.30pm.
Markets and Miranda Barnard from Rosabella. They will cover the theme ‘Every Woman has a Story’. RSVP to lauren@thehilton bush lodge.co.za
The SPCA Pietermaritzburg Village Mar ket takes place every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am to 12pm. Outside stallholders welcome. Phone 033 386 9267. The Pietermaritzburg Farmers’
Market is held on Saturdays from 6am to 10am at the PMB Botanical Gardens in Mayors Walk. Inquiries: Mike at 082 886 0687 The YMCA Sunday Market takes place on the first and last Sunday of every month at the YMCA, Scottsville, from 9am to 3pm (weather permitting). Phone Jenny at 073 500 1244.
Thursday market from 6.30am to 10am in Princess Margaret Avenue. Inquiries: Roger at 083 513 3227. Ballerz Market on 7 May at YMCA grounds from 10am to 10pm. A bizarre bazaar is a family carnival with food, jumping castle, stalls, music, performers, rollerskating rink, hubbly lounge, and more.
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ART IN THE PARK 2016 Art in the Park takes place at the KZN National Botanical Garden from 4 to 8 May. Art and photography, a craft mar ket, performing arts, children’s theatre, poetry and open mic sessions, and heri tage zones. The garden will close at 10pm. Entry: R40 for adults, R30 for pen sioners, children under 12 enter free.
UNLEASH YOUR CHILD’S HIDDEN POTENTIAL In an outofthebox, fun and novel interactive presentation, Dr Melodie de Jager will provide insight and solutions to address typical ‘SOS’ behaviour in children, and introduce physical activi ties to help, moves that mend the mind. Singakwenza invites the public to at tend ‘Mind Moves’ on Wednesday, 11 May at 6pm at Cordwalles School. The talk is R50 per person or R80 per couple. Pro ceeds go to charity. To book or for more information, contact Linda Hill info @singakwenza.co.za or 082 321 1283.
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At the end of last term The Wykeham Collegiate staged ‘The Sound of Music’ in conjunction with Maritzburg College. It proved to be a wonderful production and the excellent standard of singing was particularly noteworthy. ABOVE: The cast with directors Patrick Harty (front left) and Jaco Goosen.
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Dr Imtiaz Ismail Sooliman recently addressed Pietermaritzburg Girls’ High School at the end of the Peer Counsellor Awareness week, where the theme was ‘South Africa, our country.’ During the course of the week, the peer counsellors highlighted great achievements made by South Africans as well as the unique natural and cultural beauty of South Africa. Sooliman’s inspirational address was a fitting way to end off the week as he has served the country, and those in need in 41 countries throughout the world, through the Gift of the Givers Foundation. At the event (from left) Christie Hearder, Sanele Dlamini, Dr Imtiaz Ismail Sooliman, Valerie Fowler (principal) and Tallulah Adey.
St Charles boys attain good study skills at study workshop
The 2016 St Nicholas Dio cesan School prefects were recently inducted and a footwashing ceremony, con ducted by Reverend Tracy Bell at St George’s Garrison Church, was held. ABOVE: Leon Grové washes the feet of newly inducted prefects Oluvu Gidi and Luyanda Sithebe. The prefects in turn wash the feet of other pupils. Foot washing is an act of serving and a symbolism of love for Jesus.
Head prefects spend time with colonel Maritzburg Christian School head prefects, Alyssa Selby (right) and Sizwe Ngcobo (left) recently spent time with Colonel Philip Mlambo, station commander at Alexandra Police Station. Alyssa and Sizwe thanked the colonel and his staff for the work they do to maintain law and order and appreciated the danger that many police face in keeping our neighbourhoods crimefree. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Acquiring good study skills is something that can last a lifetime. The St Charles College Grade 6 pupils had a study skills workshop this week, to introduce them to different and effective ways to study for tests and exams. The Grade 8 and Grade 9 pupils will also participate in the workshop to reinforce their study skills. Enjoying the study time (front, from left) Thomas van Deventer, Kyle Gilson and Simon Chubb.
Art work done by Talita De Kock, a Grade 5 pupil at Athlone Primary School. Athlone’s art work is of a very high standard and the children thoroughly enjoy getting involved in it. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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S Mother’s Day approaches, Fever thought it would be fitting to give the stage to those who really know what it means to be a mother. You may simply take a little inspiration from their stories, get a new gift idea or just remember to call your mom on the day, but sometimes there is nothing better than listening to a mom. Tania has been a daughter, a pet owner, a sister, a friend, a wife and a mother. She has three children under the age of three, a very successful blog and most importantly, a sense of humour. “This year will be my third Mother’s Day and we made three of them in this space of time (okay, two of them did arrive at the same time). “Last year our twins were a mere two months old and as much as I intellectually try to ignore the whole thing, it was great to get: • a cup of tea I didn’t make; • a gift; and • 15 minutes to myself This year all I want is to take my family somewhere quiet for Mother’s Day and not share them with anyone. “Somewhere by the sea where they can play in the neverending sandpit and run to their hearts’ content. Where the sound of the sea is their lullaby and I can smell it in their hair when I hold them. “Most importantly, I want the little buggers to pass out at night and give me the best Mother’s Day gift of all an uninterrupted night’s sleep.” Belinda is mom to sevenyearold Rhiannon, a dedicated blogger, oh, and she totally forgot to get married. “Being a single mother has many challenges and the one I find most depressing is that there is no part ner to egg your offspring on to remember Mother’s Day. So generally I get a badly drawn heart and maybe a chocolate, and that’s it. Not that I am complaining mind you. Mother’s Day is every day it’s in the little details. “Details like laughing with my daughter, she has an amazing sense of humour. “I love being woken up by one word being whis pered in my ear: “Lasaaaagne.” I eventually worked out she’d clearly been watching Garfield one too many times. “Or being able to use the fact that I have a child as an excuse not to go out nor do something I don’t really want to do. I love being home and hate going out. It’s really cool that I have an excuse now ‘sorry, no baby sitter’. “Or letting decorating my daughter’s bedroom be come my obsession. I think it stems from a thwarted desire to have a lovely princess bedroom when I was little. “Her room is gorgeous and a neverending project. Although I must admit, the extreme ‘pinkness’ is becoming a tad overwhelming. “Hearing her say ‘I love you’ when she is half asleep on her pillow at night. No matter how tired she is, she still never fails to say it. Even after the hardest most revolting day at work that makes it all worthwhile. “So for now, I will look forward with great anticipa tion to my badly drawn card and chocolate gift for Mother’s Day. Who knows, this year she may just surprise me.” Adele Hamilton is the editor of Parent24 and mother to a teen and a tween.
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“My 14yearold son was invited to go away for Mother’s Day weekend with another family. I could see he was torn, not sure if I was putting on a brave face or really didn’t mind. As he was leaving I noticed he had scissors in his hand, and I said: ‘Why are you taking your good school scissors away for the weekend?’ He muttered something about needing to cut stuff, and I thought no more of it. “Late on Mother’s Day he was dropped off at home. Within seconds he proudly handed me a handmade card, with a popup heart cut out of coloured paper. ‘That’s why I needed the scissors,’ he said proudly. “It made me feel so special that he had taken the time on his weekend away to put the scissors into action for me. “Don’t think he will do it this year, the teen hormones have well kicked in now.” Loren Stow is a photographer and blogger, but more important, mother to Malakai, a little boy born with Down Syndrome, who has come with a message.
“As my first Mother’s Day approaches I can think only of how my son has taught me in eight months what I couldn’t learn in 28 years by myself that life cannot be planned. That it is only this moment that counts. That acceptance is the key to freedom and love. “Malakai decided to arrive on 08/08/08, a rather interesting date. Shortly after birth, he was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. We were devastated, torn apart, confused and full of fear of the unknown. “About a month after Malakai was born I remember
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MTB Festival riders BRAD MORGAN MUD, rain, sunshine, cold, heat - participants were tested by a wide variety of conditions in the second annual Pietermaritzburg MTB Festival, which came to a close on Monday after three days of varied competition, from the development to elite levels. Saturday’s competitors in the elite hors catégorie cross-country (XCO) races had to deal with very challenging cold, muddy conditions, with the riders in the junior men’s World Series race having to cope with the worst of it, which meant running more than riding, as mud played havoc with the mechanics of their bikes. The Austrian duo of Gregor Raggl and Karl Markt, more familiar than the majority of the field with the conditions, made it count by claiming the top two steps of the men’s elite podium, while Philip Buys flew the South African flag in third place. In the women’s race, Mariske Strauss secured a home victory, taking the win ahead of Cherie Redecker, the highest ranked South African in the UCI world rankings, with Kargo Pro MTB’s Frankie du Toit continuing her education in the pro ranks with a third place finish. The most dramatic competition happened in the men’s Junior World Series race with the mud reducing the bikes to weights that had to be carried for much of each lap. Again, it was an overseas-based riders who shone, with Alexander Benn of Germany breaking away on the second lap to win by 10 minutes over KZN rider Reinhard Zellhuber, with Antonie Joubert ending third, nine minutes down on Zellhuber. Danielle Strydom, the South African road and MTB champion, dominated the junior women’s World Series race, and despite taking two tumbles in the slippery conditions won by more than four minutes over Christie-Leigh Hearder. Third went to Sabrina van Wyk. Pietermaritzburg local Jeannie Dreyer stormed to an impressive overall victory in Sunday’s SA Masters Marathon Championships, forcing the pace from the start to open up a gap that no one was able to close down. Competing in the 35-39 age group, she was first across the finishing line in 3:01:30, more than nine minutes faster than the second fastest rider, Theresa Ralph, who topped the 40-44 category. Sunday’s competition also featured the finals of KwaZulu-Natal Cycling’s District Development Series, with 125 riders representing each of the 11 district municipalities of KZN on single-speed racers or BMX bikes in a series of knockout races. KwaZulu-Natal Sport and Recreation’s deputy manager of monitoring and evaluation, Duncan Pool, said he felt pride in seeing a programme like the District Development Series come together. The competition wrapped up yesterday with the enduro event, which combines the best of the social aspect of MTB cycling and a tamer version of downhill, and Primary and High Schools competition. Mother Nature was at her finest as participants and moms and dads enjoyed a fine day out on the public holiday.
Comrades makes historic decision THE Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is in the process of implementing a directive from Athletics South Africa that two wheelchairassisted participants be permitted to participate in the 2016 Comrades Marathon. “The CMA welcomes what is an historic decision for our sport and we embrace it in line with the spirit of the Comrades Marathon’s values and vision of equality and inclusivity,” said CMA chairperson, Macdonald Chitja. Two athletes, Chaeli Mycroft and Anita Engelbrecht, have complied with the standard qualifying times and entry requirements for the race and no special provision has been made for them in this respect. They will also not receive any special treatment in the race. “As organisers, our primary concern is the safety of all participants and as a matter of urgency we will be consulting with various role players in a process of reassessing our medical, technical, safety and security and logistical arrangements to determine possible impacts and necessary adjustments which we may need to implement in order to ensure there is no compromise to the wellbeing of all participants. “We anticipate that Comrades runners and sup porters will embrace this positive development in the spirit of camaraderie and humility, which is unique to the ‘Ultimate Human Race’,” said Chitja. Supplied.
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The Prep School Midlands Rugby Festivals were recently hosted by several schools in and around Pietermaritzburg. The St Charles College 1st XV performed well at Woodburn, making it through to the semifinals after winning three out of their four games. LEFT: Hayden Raw with the ball, supported by Jackob Sisia.
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Jacques van der Merwe, a Grade 7 pupil at Merchiston Preparatory School swam very well at the recent Level 2 swimming champi onships in Durban during the school holidays. Van Der Merwe won four gold (4x100m freestyle, 4x50m freestyle relay, 4x50m medley relay, 4x50m mixed relay), three silver (50m backstroke, 50m freestyle, 4x50m mixed relay and one bronze (100m backstroke) in his age group.
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Three Athlone Primary School pupils were recently selected for the Umgungundlovu Netball District Team (from left) Gemma Phipps, Jolanie Crafford and Melonie Croeser.
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Three U19 Carter High School pupils (from left) Ntsika Mjoli, Ndumiso Makhathini and Siyanda Buthelezi, were selected at the Voortrekker Night Series this year to participate in the International Dubai 7’s Rugby Tournament taking place at the end of the year. The boys said they are ecstatic about the trip and that it is a dream come true. The boys believe this opportunity will not only benefit them, but encourage other pupils to give their best and proudly raise the flag of Carter High School. Each boy needs to raise approximately R35 000 for the Dubai tour. To sponsor or donate in any way, contact Lisa Ellis, marketing manager at 033 345 1922, or for more information.
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St John’s girl selected for Midlands swimming team The junior school girls from St John’s Diocesan School for Girls have been selected for the Midlands junior swimming team to participate in the KZN Primary Schools’ Champion ships on Saturday, 7 May, at Kings Park (from left) Lindsay Foss, Camryn Jordaan, Tamsin King, Sidney Bowles and Kendall Gurney. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Epworth paddlers show how it’s done Epworth’s Prep School paddlers with Epworth principal Reynard White (back), won the girls’ primary schools’ cate gory at the SA Schools’ Canoe Sprints at Shongweni Dam. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Georgia Dungan, a Grade 7 pupil at The Wykeham Collegiate, com peted at the South African National Track and ParaCycling Championships recently. She achieved gold for the 1500m team time trial, bronze for the 500m time trial and bronze for the 1500m.
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Maritzburg College pupils selected for 4x4 champs in London Speaking to Maritzburg Fever the boys said they are excited to go overseas as it will be the first time out of the country for both of them.
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Ready for the golf day (from left) Kenwyn Geyser, Stefan Terblanche and Brendon Meintjes. The Sunflower Fund and Land Rover Pietermaritzburg are hosting their third annual Sunflower Fund Golf Day at Victoria Country Club on Friday, 3 June. Stefan Terblanche, former Springbok rugby player, will be donning his golf shirt and flying The Sunflower Fund’s flag at this prestigious event. The format is a fourball alliance with two scores to count on every hole. To be part of this event get your company, colleagues and associates together and enter a fourball at a cost of R1 800 or give your company some ‘shine time’ by sponsoring fourball prizes, goodie bag items and spots on the greens and tees. Places are limited. To book, email Kenwyn Geyser kenwyn@sunflowerfund.org.za
“I’m looking forward to experiencing something new on the other side of the world and see how things are done in different countries,” said Roets.
Their team, representing Maritzburg College with red, black and white colours, is named Team Rhino South African and they will be
donating a percentage of any money raised to Project Rhino KZN. The boys have been working hard to get their designs together and have been testing the 4x4 on practice racing circuits. Some of their tasks in the event include presentations, racing, car designs and a team assessment. The team are grateful to their sponsors at Peter Caley and Brendon Meintjies at Land Rover, Wessel van Heerden at Solid Works and Brian Bullock at Rapid 3D. Land Rover is a major sponsor of the international competition, and the Pietermaritzburg branch has donated R15 000 to the team for their expenses. The boys will be showcasing their work at the upcoming Maritzburg College Reunion Day where they will also be fund-raising for their trip. They are still looking for donations and sponsorships as the trip will cost R80 000. For more information, find Team Rhino South Africa on Facebook.
Doing their bit for Miles4Marrow at Comrades RUNNERS McMillan Ziome, Jan Shaw, Judy Stewart, Anthony Albrightson and Charles Swart from Natal Carbineers Athletic Club are getting ready for The Sunflower Fund’s 56Miles4Marrow campaign. Each runner is involved in obtaining sponsorship per mile run to raise much needed funds for The Sunflower Fund. According to Kenwyn Geyser, PR and Events Specialist in Pietermaritzburg, the Comrades Marathon is arguably the great est ultramarathon in the world where athletes come from all over the world to conquer the approximate 56 miles be tween the cities of Pietermaritzburg and Durban. “It is both heartwarming and encouraging to see sportsmen and women eagerly supporting The Fund by partici pating in the activity they are so passion ate about. The funds they raise allow us to recruit more donors for inclusion on the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR), bringing hope to all the patients who are so desperately searching for their
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Eager and waiting to do their bit for Miles4Marrow at Comrades runners (from left) McMillan Ziome, Jan Shaw, Judy Stewart, Anthony Albrightson and Charles Swart. perfect donor match,” said Kenwyn Geyser. To be a sponsor or for more informa tion, contact Kenwyn Geyser at 083 632 3224 or email kenwyn@sunflow erfund.org.za If you are interested in supporting
these courageous Miles4Marrow runners, make a deposit into the following account: Bank account name: The Sunflower Fund Bank: Absa. Account number: 4051834719. Branch: Tokai. Branch code: 632005. Reference: PMBM4M (name of sponsor). Supplied.
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