MyLine A4 Issue

ISSUE FORTY-NINE 13 – 19 March 2014

MYLIN ’S E’S HADMYLINE HAD A AF FACELIFT ACELIF T HAVE AALLOOK - HAVE OOK IN SIDE! INSIDE!

new trains

to hit our tracks from 2016!

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feedback on DELAYs, Notices & VANDALISM

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MEEt cricketer AND comedian Dalin Oliver

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HOW NOT TO GLOW IN NEON

2 Search for the Cape Metrorail page on Facebook to receive instant updates. You can also chat to Mthuthuzeli on Facebook (search for Regional Manager – Cape Metrorail).

Metrorail has been analysing the feedback received on social media.

Here are the most popular issues that commuters have reported.

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LISTENING! MYLINE HAS HAD A

FACELIFT!

@CapeTownTrains All the seats on coa ch 13045 this morning look like this.

– @yummie_ammi e

Eita - check out the new MyLine! It’s smaller, has more information and is still free. For those of you who are looking for an internship, have a look at page 5 for some tips.

Vandalism Cable theft, faulty doors, damaged windows and seats are reported the most. With regard to cable theft, Metrorail’s bike squad has had success on the Northern Line, where they have nabbed four suspects.

Metrorail has 1 000 contracted security officers, 459 permanent protection-services staff and 273 emergency security personnel to ensure its assets and commuters are safe.

We also have strong partnerships with the South African Police Services’ railway unit.

I see my fellow commuters have been reporting issues to Metrorail, which is great.

If commuters don’t talk, nothing will happen, so I’m glad they’re speaking up.

See this page for the common commuter issues we’ve addressed. Let’s make a change together. @CapeTownTrains morning T9017 to Bellville from Cape Town via Lavis has carriages that don’t have windows.

– @NjUhuruMapapu

Notices Announcements are mostly made electronically. “When there are changes, the system automatically filters them through to the electronic notice boards on the stations,” explains Johan Kriel (Operations Control Centre Manager: Metrorail Western Cape).

The current system only allows announcements to be made at 16 stations at any given time. We encourage commuters to inform us the minute they experience problems.

SIPHO SAYS...

Carriage 43668 (the first MetroPlus carriage) on the 0119 (6:44am) to Fish Hoek – hardly any lights working!

– Jo Bosman

TALK TO US We encourage commuters to come forward and report issues.

Tweet @CapeTownTrains Cape Metrorail Like on Facebook Toll-free 24/7 on Call 0800 65 64 63

Delays These can be extremely frustrating for commuters.

The most common reasons are ageing rolling stock as well as railway-track failures.

New carriages are currently being built to replace Metrorail’s ageing rolling stock. The 3 600 carriages will be ready between 2015 and 2025. Metrorail also has 19 dedicated technical teams who are experts in rail maintenance.

During peak hours, mobile technical-response teams are posted in areas to respond to incidents immediately. In extreme circumstances, Metrorail arranges alternate transport. Buses will fetch commuters and take them to the next station.

Until next time.

Ubumnandi, Intlanzi noSapho

Eita – ingaba uyalibona iphepha uMyLine elitsha! Lincinci, ligcwele ulwazi ukwaye lisafumaneka mahala.

Kwabo basakhangela imisebenzi, jonga ku page 5 ufumane iingcebiso.

Ndiyabona ukuba abakhweli bakaloliwe bebezichaza izehlo ezenzeka kuMetrorail, iyasivuyisa kakhulu lonto. Ukuba abahambi ngololiwe abathethi, akukho nto izakwenzeka, kuyavuyisa ukwazi ukuba bayathetha. Malunga nemiba echaphazela abakhweli bakaloliwe, funda ku page 1.

Masenze utshintsho sisonke.

Kude kubelixesha elizayo.

YOUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSPAPER FROM METRORAIL Add GoMetro on Mxit for train times, announcements, updates and information on your cellphone.

Search for @CapeTownTrains to follow us on Twitter or tweet Mthuthuzeli Swartz (Regional Manager: Metrorail Western Cape) using @RMCapeMetrorail.

POWER PLAY Metrorail is a priority electricity user. The services are critical to the country and therefore will only be affected under extreme circumstances.

Metrorail Western Cape gets its power from two sources: Eskom for the operation of trains and the City of Cape Town to run stations, specifically on the line from False Bay to Simon’s Town.

If Eskom indicates that there will be unavoidable power outages, Metrorail will communicate timeously with its customers. Contingency plans are in place and include the use of portable ticket machines and local station announcements with loudhailers. If the signalling system is compromised, trains will continue to operate following the manual procedure.

Fast facts

2 400

THE AMOUNT OF TRAINS THAT METRORAIL RUNS NATIONALLY EVERY DAY.

FOR MORE INFO

2.6mil

THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE WHO USE THE TRAINS DAILY ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

• Call the Transport Information Centre on 0800 65 64 63.

• Have a look at Metrorail’s social media sites for updates between 5:30am and 9am, and 3pm and 7pm.

• Pick up your free copy of MyLine every week.

• Visit www.gometro.co.za.

Worth the wait!

Have a look at MyLine for detailed information regarding Prasa’s 20-year modernisation and revitalisation projects.

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New trains Re-signalling Priority corridors New central control centre in Bellville Operational improvements

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KNOW YOUR

RIGHTS The Bill of Rights forms the foundation of democracy in South Africa. As we celebrate Human Rights Day on 21 March, let’s take a look at a few of our rights.

Housing The right to adequate housing. Your home may not be demolished nor may you be evicted without a court order. Random evictions are not allowed.

Freedom of religion, belief and opinion The right to believe whatever you want and follow the religion of your choice.

Freedom of expression The right to express your ideas and opinions freely in a responsible manner.

Education The right to basic education, including adult basic education.

Environment The right to live in a protected, healthy environment.

Children Children under the age of 18 have special rights.

They are entitled to a name, nationality and protection from abuse and exploitation.

Labour relations The right to resolve legal disputes in a court or another impartial tribunal.

The South African Human Rights Commission will assist you with anything related to human rights, whether you’re lodging a complaint or want more info. info@sahrc.org.za www.sahrc.org.za

RECIPE

HOME-MADE

SHERBET Makes 500ml Ingredients • 500ml icing sugar • 10ml tartaric acid • 10ml bicarbonate of soda • 10ml jelly powder (flavour of your choice)

Method • Mix all the ingredients together. Taste and adapt as necessary. To make it more sour, add extra tartaric acid. Increase the icing sugar quantity if you want to make it sweeter.

If you want a finer powder, sift the ingredients after they have been mixed.

• Spoon the mixture into small packets, insert a drinking straw and tape the bag closed around the straw. You can also seal the bag and attach the straw to the outside.

Recipe courtesy of 7de Laan Celebrates (Human and Rousseau).

You could win one of two copies of the recipe book. SMS the keyword “celebrate”, followed by your name and surname, to 33859 at a cost of R1.50 per SMS. Winners’ names will appear in issue 52.

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ADVICE

CAREER

MOVES Internships are important to get some experience in your field.

These tips will help you out.

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Apply for work with as many companies as possible. If you’re reliant on landing one job and it falls through, you’ll be left with nothing.

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Networking helps Ask friends on social media, your parents and your parents’ friends.

Talk to your lecturers too.

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Visit online job sites You can also approach companies directly.

Emphasise flexibility

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Consider making it clear that you can be flexible based on the company’s needs. It’s all about the experience!

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Dress to impress When you meet a potential employer, even simply to ask if an internship is available, you need to look smart.

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If you have put in a claim directly with the Road Accident Fund without using an attorney and feel that you have been underpaid or are dissatisfied with their service, we may be able to assist you. We are personal injury attorneys, who specialise in serious injuries. We are prepared to work on a no win – no fee basis.

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FASHION

HOW TO WEAR

NEON

There’s a fine balance between looking cool and luminous.

Try these ideas on for size.

STAY UPDATED Follow @dalinoliver www.facebook.com/ thechameleon1

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PROFILE

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Meet 25-year-old Dalin Oliver, a Good Hope FM sports presenter, comedian and cricketer.

How long have you been playing cricket for?

DO combine neon with neutrals such as beige and white to tone down your look.

DO try a funky pedicure or neon French manicure. Simply substitute the white tip for a splash of lime.

DO wear neon clothing to the beach or nights out with friends.

DO go for one neon

item at a time for a pop of colour. Start small by using accessories.

DON’T choose a colour that won’t work with your skin tone and hair. Neon yellow doesn’t look good on a pale skin tone, for instance. Try bright pink or blue instead.

DON’T wear head-to-toe neon to work, interviews or formal affairs.

It’s best left to dress-up parties!

Since I was eight years old.

I played my first mini cricket game for St Anthony’s Primary in 1997. I then joined St Augustine’s Cricket Club, where I’m currently in their first team.

Batsman or bowler?

I’m a number-five batsman.

I bowl at a medium pace as well.

Which local team do you support?

I’m a huge Cape Cobras supporter. Paul Adams is doing an amazing job as coach, especially considering he gives the young players a chance.

Is there support for our teams?

No – Newlands and Boland Park are hardly ever sold out for 20/20 or 50-over Cobras games.

In the four-day competitions, the players would be lucky if 100 spectators are there. The same goes for the Proteas: the stadiums are hardly ever at full capacity. It’s rather sad.

Who’s your favourite cricketer?

It’s tough to have only one. I have six: Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers and JP Duminy from the Proteas, and Richard Levi, Yaseen Vallie and Dane Piedt from the Cobras.

What are your other hobbies?

I’m passionate about my stand-up comedy. I have been privileged to open for Barry Hilton, Riaad Moosa and Stuart Taylor. I’m also taking my debut one-man show to the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown in July, directed

by Stuart. It revolves around my opting to pursue a career as a comedian.

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RAIL TOURISM REDISCOVER THE JOYS OF TRAVELLING BY TRAIN There are few cities in the world that can boast the splendour of travelling along a rugged coastline and spotting whales from your train carriage window, see the splendour of vineyards travelling through the Town of Oaks, Stellenbosch, or even visiting Khayelitsha for a savouring cup of coffee at Department of Coffee. Rail Tourism is a partnership between the City of Cape Town, Cape Tourism and Metrorail Western Cape. With the support from our partner HGTS Tours, we are able to provide accessibility to major tourist attractions around the Cape.

For more information 021 449 2366 | railtourism@metrorail.co.za | www.gometro.co.za

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13 – 19 MARCH 2014

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE PROGRAMME

SOUTH: CAPE TOWN – SIMON’S TOWN AND CAPE FLATS Thursday 13 March 2014

Salt River – Fish Hoek

09:00 – 14:00

Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00

Friday 14 March 2014

Salt River – Fish Hoek

09:00 – 14:00

Saturday 15 March 2014

Rondebosch – Newlands

09:00 – 18:00

Rondebosch – Newlands

09:00 – 18:00

Cape Town

09:00 – 19:00

Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00

Salt River – Fish Hoek

09:00 – 14:00

Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00

Salt River – Fish Hoek

09:00 – 14:00

Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00

Salt River – Fish Hoek

09:00 – 14:00

Sunday 16 March 2014 Monday 17 March 2014 Tuesday 18 March 2014 Wednesday 19 March 2014

220 194 3.3%

AM ON TIME Platform changes will be announced.

Train delays of 20 to 25 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 10 to 15 minutes can be expected.

PM ON TIME CANCELLED (AM + PM)

Platform changes will be announced.

Train delays of 20 to 25 minutes can be expected.

NORTH: CAPE TOWN – MONTE VISTA – BELLVILLE – WELLINGTON – STELLENBOSCH – STRAND Cape Town Eerste River - Muldersvlei Kuils River – Kasselsvlei

09:00 – 14:00 09:00 - 14:00 09:00 – 14:00

Wellington – Bellville Koelenhof Koelenhof Eerste River - –Muldersvlei Wellington Bellville

09:00 14:00 00:01 –- 23:59 00:01 – 23:59 09:00 –- 14:00 07:00 18:00

Koelenhof Koelenhof Kuils River

00:01 – 23:59 00:01 –- 23:59 09:00 16:00

Saturday 9 November 2013

Cape Town Koelenhof Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00 00:01 - 23:59 08:00 – 19:00

Saturday 15 March 2014 Monday 11 November 2013

Mbekweni Eerste River - Muldersvlei Bellville – Wellington

09:00 14:00 09:00 –- 14:00 13:00 – 20:00

Koelenhof

00:01 –- 23:59 23:59

Stellenbosch – Muldersvlei Eerste River - Strand

08:00 – 18:00 09:00 - 14:00

Dal Josafat Koelenhof Koelenhof EersteKuils River - Strand River

07:00 – 17:00 00:01 - 23:59 00:01 – 23:59 09:00 –- 14:00 09:00 14:00

Wellington – Bellville Koelenhof Koelenhof

07:00 – 18:00 00:01 - 23:59 00:01 – 23:59

Wellington – Bellville

07:00 – 18:00

Koelenhof

00:01 – 23:59

Wellington – Bellville

07:00 – 18:00

Koelenhof

00:01 – 23:59

Thursday November 2013 Thursday7 13 March 2014

Friday 8 November 2013 Friday 14 March 2014

Tuesday 2013 Sunday1216November March 2014

Wednesday 2013 Monday 13 17 November March 2014

Tuesday 18 March 2014 Friday 19 March 2014

Maintenance scheduled train service.

Platform between changes will be announced.

Traindelays delaysof of25 15to - 20 Train 30minutes minutescan canbe beexpected. expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 20 - 25 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Traindelays delaysof of15 15to - 20 Train 20minutes minutescan canbe beexpected. expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 20 - 25 minutes can be expected.

225 277 1.9%

AM ON TIME PM ON TIME CANCELLED (AM + PM)

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Platform will be announced.

Train delays of changes 20 - 25 minutes can be expected.

Train delays of 25 to 30 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 15 - 20 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Maintenance between scheduled service.

Train delays of 15 to 20 minutes cantrain be expected.

Train delays of 20 - 25 minutes can be expected.

Bus service between Stellenbosch and Koelenhof.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 25 to 30 minutes can be expected.

Train delays of 15 - 20 minutes can be expected.

Platform changes will be announced.

Maintenance between scheduled service.

Train delays of 25 to 30 minutes cantrain be expected.

Train delays of 20 - 25 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 15 - 20 minutes can be expected.

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of between 20 - 25 minutes cantrain be expected.

Maintenance scheduled service.

Train delays of 15 to 20 minutes can be expected.

CENTRAL: CAPE TOWN – KAPTEINSKLIP – KHAYELITSHA – CHRIS HANI – SAREPTA Thursday 13 March 2014 Friday 14 March 2014 Monday 17 March 2014

Tuesday 18 March 2014 Wednesday 19 March 2014

Khayelitsha – Chris Hani

09:00 – 14:00

AM ON TIME

Bonteheuwel – Sarepta

09:00 – 14:00

PM ON TIME

Mandalay – Nolungile

09:00 – 14:30

Khayelitsha – Chris Hani

09:00 – 14:00

Platform changes will be announced.

Train delays of 20 to 25 minutes can be expected.

Cape Town

09:00 – 14:00

Khayelitsha – Chris Hani

09:00 – 14:00

Netreg – Bonteheuwel

09:00 – 14:00

Maintenance between scheduled train service.

Train delays of 15 to 20 minutes can be expected.

Khayelitsha – Chris Hani

09:00 – 14:00

Platform changes will be announced.

Train delays of 20 to 25 minutes can be expected.

CANCELLED (AM + PM)

187 186 7.2%

While we try our utmost to do maintenance during off-peak times to minimise possible delays, connecting trains may be subject to delays on all service lines. Your safety is our concern – we apologise for any inconvenience inadvertently caused. Performance reflects week of 27 February to 5 March.