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Issue 8
8 DECEMBER 2015
Regeneration of CBD of critical importance Hermanus has seen substantial growth in the past few years with both property developers and the municipality reporting a marked increase in building activity. But in order for Hermanus to retain its status as one of the most sought after destinations in the world there needs to be investment into the CBD which forms the hub of our economic activity. In order to achieve this the municipality is finalising its draft report on the regeneration of the CBD. The regeneration framework is aimed at bolstering the development of town and includes a number of projects to enhance our town and its offering. These projects include, amongst others, five priority areas for upgrading, namely the taxi rank and municipal precinct, Swallow Park, Mitchell Square, Lemm’s Corner and the Old Harbour precinct. “We are pleased that the draft final report on the CBD regeneration is being finalised and we are happy that the re-development of High Street into a special retail street with pedestrian prioritisation has emerged as one of the priority projects,” says Bob Stanway, chair of the Hermanus Ratepayers’ Association (HRA). According to him the High Street project is seen as the best way to create a high quality shopping environment in the CBD in order to retain tenants and shoppers once the mall in Sandbaai has been completed. “High Street has this potential due to Woolworths anchoring the one end of the street and Jet/Ackermans and the future Mitchell Street Precinct anchoring the other. The characterful and attractive historical buildings
According to the municipality the CBD has now reached a critical phase of its regeneration. “Detailed planning will focus on areas such as vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic, parking allocation and distribution, road and pavement surfacing, street furniture upgrades, signage and information boards and the reservation and celebration of important and sensitive heritage and landmark assets.”
on High Street will add to the quality of a pedestrian priority open mall, especially once the street has been paved to make it more accessible an attractive for pedestrians,” says Bob. The Mitchell Street development will see the Mitchell Street Square being released for the development of a public square with ground floor space for new businesses. The current surface parking will be accommodated within structured parking levels. This development is a key investment in the public environment at the core of the CBD, knitting together key destinations and pedestrian routes along High, Mitchell and Long Streets. The Hermanus Business Chamber says the CBD needs its best foot put forward so that when the
According to the regeneration framework the economy of Hermanus is heavily reliant on tourism and the heritage resources of the CBD are crucial assets in sustaining and developing it. It is therefore essential that the full portfolio of heritage assets is well managed and used optimally.
time comes it is in a healthy state to compete. “High Street done properly is the only precinct that could be developed to compete effectively against a mall and it is a long way from that position in its current state. There is no time to lose if we are to reduce the damage the CBD will take and accelerate its recovery.”
“The Hermanus CBD offers a unique integrated urban retail experience with a mix of brand name retailers and local boutiques,” states the report. “The Hermanus CBD is highly walkable with everything within a 400m walking distance of the centre of the CBD at Mitchell Street. The fine grained network of streets and lanes also adds to the permeability and potential walkability of the CBD. However, the quality of the pedestrian environment is very poor and incomplete. This deters residents and visitors from enjoying what Hermanus CBD has to offer on foot.”
The first phase of the CBD regeneration included the CBD relief road, the redevelopment of Market Square, the upgrade of Gearings Point and the development of the station precinct. “These projects were implemented by the municipality at an estimated cost of R80 million. The private sector has also heavily invested in the strategy. This includes construction work on commercial, residential, parking and landscaping projects to an estimated value of R225 million,” says the municipality.
The regeneration strategy, the proposed Hermanus bypass and several other issues relating to Hermanus will be discussed at the HRAs annual general meeting on Tuesday 15th December in the Hermanus Catholic Church Hall at 17:30.
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I am a golfer. There I’ve said it. This is my official coming-out announcement. Don’t get me wrong, this is not some sort of JFK moment. If, however, he had said “Ich bin ein Golfspieler” instead of “ein Berliner” he may well not have been mistaken for a doughnut (lucky he wasn’t in Hamburg at the time) but instead would have opened himself up to the torrents of unjustified ridicule which we innocent hackers suffer on an almost daily basis. We are ridiculed for what we wear. Now I am no Giorgio Armani but there are lots of other sporting types (and I use the phrase loosely) who dress a lot worse than I do. Look no further
than those Sunday morning cyclists in their fluorescent lycra which only serves to exaggerate the unsightly folds and creases which the strenuous activity they have chosen to pursue is supposed to be eliminating. And anyway, what’s wrong with a nice pink Pringle sweater with blue and green diamonds worn over a yellow Polo shirt with beige Adidas shorts and grey White Shark ankle socks? And those brown Ashworths set off the ensemble perfectly I feel.
day’s round over a couple of drinks especially when the greens were not running true and you would have shot a much better score had they been and if the wind had not been from the south-east and if you hadn’t got an unlucky bounce on 17 into that ditch and if you had bought that new Taylor Made driver which is on special at The Pro Shop. Have you been over there recently? The sale ends on Friday and they’re selling Srixon Soft Feels for only R45 a sleeve. Sorry, I digress.
hours on the course (or six if you’re following the ladies’ section) and post-game analysis, we get at least 12 hours “enjoyment” out of every round. Again I do use the term loosely. How else can you enjoy life for around R25 per hour? Even on a shot-by-shot basis, some of us manage to pay less than R2.50 per stroke. Those more accomplished types do, admittedly, get less value for their money on that basis but the really good ones even get paid for doing it.
Then there are also today’s cricketers who wear those ridiculous pyjamas. And rugby players have more logos on their shirts than shirt!
We are ridiculed for the amount of money we spend on this love of ours. Again a misguided notion as any decent cost / benefit analysis will demonstrate.
We are ridiculed because golf is supposedly a good walk spoiled. Well most of us would never walk if it wasn’t for this 4-letter game and, when you reach a certain age, you start to drive round in a cart (or buggy). That’s because when you’re having a bad one you don’t blame it on the sunshine, don’t blame it on the moonlight, don’t blame it on the good times, blame it on the buggy!
We are ridiculed too because it is thought that we talk about nothing but golf. This is a crazy notion as we are more than capable of intercourse on a wide range of topics such as… and anyway what is wrong with discussing that
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It is summer, our town is bustling with tourists and soon thousands of holiday-makers will join us in celebrating the Festive Season. As always Hermanus is geared for the season and we are all looking forward to welcoming the visitors to our town and sharing it with them. The recently launched Ask me I’m a Local campaign of Hermanus Tourism is gaining ground with several people seen in town wearing the distinctive yellow badges. This week yellow caps will be distributed to further enhance the visibility of the campaign. We urge each and every one of our readers to join this campaign and help make Hermanus the friendliest tourist town in the country. Our economy is dependent on tourism and we all need to work together to stimulate our economy and further enhance our town. Take the time to attend the various community and ratepayers’ meetings that will take place in the next few weeks and ensure that you have your say in the management of our town. The News is actively involved in promoting Hermanus online during the festive season and we ask you to join us, together with tourism and other stakeholders, by marking all your social media posts with the hashtag #myhermanus. This will give us the leading edge in telling visitors about our town and what’s happening. This is the Good News.
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On 1 December Mayor Nicolette Botha-Guthrie along with the members of the Onrus Ratepayers’ Association officially opened the Davies Pool trim park. Paul de Villiers, chairman of the ratepayers’ association says: “I’m thrilled that after a year of hard work, planning and fund raising the dream of opening the trim park is a reality!”
Residents and visitors to Hermanus can now test their fitness levels and build strength while gazing out over the ocean. One will not need a shower as you can take a dip in Davies Pool to cool down after your workout. According to Jeni Coetzer from Anima Therapy Centre in Sandbaai, their learners with various disabilities now have a chance to get the much-needed physical therapy, something that not all of them have access too. The open, public space allows them to bring learners down in the morning to partake in physical activities that are very beneficial. Mathew Browne, owner of Pro Active Fitness announced that they will be sponsoring boards that will allow users of the equipment to fully understand how to use the apparatus and to get the best workout possible. Mayor Nicolette Botha-Guthrie mentioned that
plans are underway to create a trim gym at Rotary Way.
Wasps a blessing in disguise Regarding the articles that appeared in Issue No 6 of 10 November 2015 concerning baboons and pine trees. I grew up in No 5 Moffat St, Eastcliff, Hermanus during the 1950's and '60s and I do not recall that there were any problems with baboons in those days although their barking could be heard sometimes on the golf course. In my opinion the problem started when the municipality abandoned the daily collection of refuse. In those days it was collected every day except Sundays and public holidays if my memory serves me correctly. Now it is only collected once a week. Many homes in Hermanus are only occupied over weekends and their refuse is left to be collected on Fridays. This of course is a great attraction for the baboons. If refuse is collected on Mondays in the areas most troubled by the troops and if permanent residents in the other areas can keep their refuse under lock and key until their collection day, it might go some way to reducing the problem. Although the pine tree "forest" across the road from our house was in my youth a source of pocket money for me - I collected and sold bags of pine cones which were used with a sheet of newspaper to start winter evening fires - I no longer have an affinity for them. They, along with other exotic tree species and grape vines have become an extremely serious threat to the indigenous vegetation for which the Western Cape is famous. Just take a drive across the De Bos dam past Karwyderskraal to the old Bot River Road and you will see what I mean. Not only are pines a threat to the fynbos, they are also a very serious fire hazard particularly in the dry summer months. I recently paid a visit to the Caledon Spa and was struck by the beauty of the White Stinkwood (celtis africana) trees that are growing there. These along with other indigenous trees that are no threat to our flora such as essenhout (ekebergia capensis) accacia karoo, fever tree, yellow wood and coral tree which attract many bird species are surely preferable to the exotic pines. There are numerous examples of these species growing beautifully in Hermanus. I am therefor quite happy that a natural enemy has appeared to rid us of these alien pines and hope that no action will be taken to prevent their disappearance. Richard Ketteringham
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Three cheers to Creation Among Creation’s recent spate of accolades is the KLINK Yin and Yang Award for Best Food and Wine Pairing at the Cellar Door for a wine estate in South Africa. The consumer-driven KLINK Awards is an initiative of Wine Tourism South Africa and offers local wine lovers and foodies the opportunity to vote for their favourite wine farms, wines and food from the selected nominees. Instead of having a panel of judges, consumers vote for their best experience through social media channels. According to a KLINK spokesperson hundreds of
nominations were received for the 2015 awards and these were vetted down to a list of 85 participants in 16 categories.
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Wine auction pours money into Round Table coffers The Hermanus community opened its hearts and wallets for the underprivileged at the 20th annual Round Table Wine Auction held at La Vierge on Saturday 5 December. According to Francois Bezuidenhout, convener of Round Table Hermanus, 100 people joined in the fun as various cases of sponsored wine were put up for auction and a total of R121 400 was made.
where educational toys are delivered to schools in the area. They are also responsible for the annual Winter Knights where vulnerable children and the elderly are supplied with warm clothes, blankets and food during the cold winter months. “Apart from these activities we also contribute toward the medical expenses of those in need of serious surgery that do not have the financial means to pay for it. In addition, we also support children who receive national colours in sport but do not have the money to attend tournaments,” says Francois.
“The Wine Auction is our biggest annual event and this year once again proved its popularity. Both the sponsors of the wine and the community who bid on it made it a huge success and for that we are grateful. The funds will go a long way in making a difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate than we are,” says Francois.
“The Round Table wishes to thank everyone who was involved during the year and also La Vierge for sponsoring the venue for our wine auction,” he says.
Round Table Hermanus is involved in a number of charitable events, including a Christmas Run
For more information, contact Francois on 082 929 5232.
Camphill Farm Community brings special cheer Musical cheer filled the mountainous air in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley when the beautiful musical ensembles of the Camphill Farm School Orchestra, led by conductor and trained music therapist, Christof Reppel, took centre stage at the organisation’s recent Christmas event. The audience was thoroughly enthralled and entertained by lively renditions of Frere Jacques, more commonly known as Vader Jakob, Kumbaya My Lord and Christof’s own special, magical compositions. The orchestra, made up mostly of percussionists, four base players and a drummer, is composed of members and residents of Camphill. Accompanying them on flute was Christof, along with his wife, Elizabeth on the piano. Every Monday evening Christof can be seen taking his budding musicians through their paces, and if the show they put on on was
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The Reppels, who originally hail from the UK, have volunteered their remarkable services and been involved with Camphill on and off for the past eight years. Elizabeth is also an accomplished puppeteer and has been giving lessons on the craft to the youth in the Zwelihle area over the last two years. The young trainee puppeteers, under Elizabeth’s astute guidance, have conducted shows in Xhosa as well as English appearing at a number of functions. For more information on Camphill Community Farm, or should you wish to assist in any way, contact Fundraiser and PRO Michelle van Zyl on telephone 028 312 4949, cell number 082 565 3627 or email michelle@camphill-
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Befriend the sun... responsibly Sunshine - warmth, happiness, brightness and of course here in Hermanus, spending time on the beach or exploring our many unique outdoor enjoyments. Combined with this, sunshine adds a further plus to our wellbeing because sunlight is essential for the formation of Vitamin D which has an important function in bone health and development, immune function, and blood formation. That is the good news. The sobering news is that, because of our glorious sunny days, skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in South Africa, and skin cancer rates in this country are the second highest in the world. Brenda Kotze, pharmacist at Hermanus Pharmacy says that there is fortunately an easy balance to be found between the pleasures and the perils of the sun. “We see so many severe sunburn cases over the holiday season in Hermanus. And it seems to be
growing in numbers and intensity as we experience global warming. While there are relief remedies available, it is far better and safer to take preventative action and to become a friend of the sun and not a victim.” She advises sun seekers to follow the recommendations of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) for ensuring safe sun exposure. Some of these include: • Limit direct sun exposure during midday • Choose a sunscreen with a UVA and UVB protection and SPF of at least 20 to 50 – and preferably 30 to 50 for fair to very fair skin. • Wear a hat with a wide brim that covers the face, neck and ear • Wear sunglasses that block UV rays • Check your skin regularly
available on the market and at our pharmacies we stock all brands that dermatologists prescribe. Make sure that the products you use comply with the CANSA SunSmart Choice Seal or preferably with the European Colipa Standards,” she added. The pharmacies also stock an exciting range of Emthunzini Hats. Emthunzini is the Zulu word for ‘a place in the shade’ and the hats provide the ultimate ultraviolet protection. While being fashionable and suitable for the entire family they have the added benefits of being chic, crushable, washable, adjustable and easily transportable.
Brenda and Philip-Ben Kotze of Hermanus Pharmacy. For Brenda one of the year-end holiday highlights is to meet new holiday makers and especially to welcome the regulars with whom delightful relationships have been built over the holiday seasons since she opened the pharmacy 28 years ago.
“The days of Brylcreem and olive oil as popular tanning enhancements for that ‘copper body’ are thankfully over. There are numerous very effective sunscreen and -protection products
Market shopping for summer days There are many to choose from, some are petite and some are large, some are in the morning and some are in the evening. The markets make for some of the best places to do your Christmas shopping. Have a look at our diary to find out when these markets will take place. Hermanus Country Market The Hermanus Country Market is the perfect place to find that unusual and unique gift. There is plenty to do for the little ones and dogs are always welcome. Location: Fairways Avenue, Hermanus Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market You will find the Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market – the longest standing Overberg institution of its kind, hidden in the far corner of The Village. Location: The Village, corner of R43 and R320, Hermanus
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Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market Gabriëlskloof’s Favourite Things Market For a slice of the good life presented with genuine country flair, make your way to Gabriëlskloof Estate, when this family farm outside Bot River transforms its courtyard into a colorful celebration of all their favourite things – handmade, homemade, delicious, fresh and beautiful – on 11 and 12 December 2015. Location: Off the N2 between Botrivier and Caledon.
Market in the Garden The Market in the Garden is set amongst the beautiful garden of St Peters Church. There is an array of arts, crafts and fresh produce from the farm. Enjoy homemade delicacies in their tea garden under the trees, the perfect spot during the summertime. Location: St Peter’s Church, Main Road.
Onrus Markie A neighbourhood market taking place on the first Saturday of every month in Onrus. Enjoy pancakes or a slice of cake washed down with a hot cup of coffee or pot of tea. Find unique handmade crafts that will make for a special Christmas gift. Location: De Wet Hall, Roos Street, Onrus
Christmas Market at Grobbelaar Hall An annual festive season market that makes for the perfect one-stop shop for all your Christmas shopping. Local crafters and hobbyists come together to sell all their creations. Home baked goodies are also on sale. Location: Park Avenue, Hermanus
Stanford Saturday Morning Market Bring a basket along to make up a picnic by selecting from a variety of farm fresh produce, home baked goods and handmade crafts all made with love and from the heart. Location: The Stanford Hotel, Queen Victoria Street, Stanford
Lemm’s Corner Market A small market situated along the main road in the centre of town. Find unique wire and beaded crafts, bags and leather goods. African inspired sculptures and carvings can be found at the market along with vendors displaying their artistic masterpieces. Location: Main Road, Hermanus
Stanford Sunset Market A license to chill is the slogan of the Stanford Sunset Market. A feel-good country affair that takes place at the Village Green. Sip on local craft beer or have a glass of estate wine, enjoy foot stomping tunes and tuck into a selection of freshly made eats. Location: The Village Green, Stanford
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There is nothing better than to bundle your kids, dogs and yourself into the car and head to one of the captivating markets that Hermanus and neighbouring towns have to offer.
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Car trouble is something you can never predict and it is something that happens to all of us. In the interest of safe motoring The Hermanus News brings you news you can use. Cut these tips out and keep it in your cubbyhole for future reference – you never know when you might need it. Changing a Flat Tyre Follow these simple steps to fix the problem and be on your way in no time: • Find a safe spot to pull over. If you're on the freeway, taking the next exit is the safest bet, even if you have to drive on a blown tyre. Otherwise, pull as far onto the shoulder as possible. Don't park in the middle of a curve where approaching cars can't see you. Also, choose a flat spot, jacking up your car on a hill can be a disaster. If you have a manual transmission, leave your car in gear. Be sure to set your parking brake! • Turn on your hazard lights. Get the jack,
wrench, and spare tyre from the trunk of the car and bring them over to the tyre that is flat. • Use the wrench to loosen the lug nuts. You may need to remove the hubcap. Don't remove the lug nuts at this point, simply loosen them by turning the wrench to the left (counter-clockwise). If the lug nuts are really tight, try placing the wrench on the nut and standing on the wrench arm to use your full weight on it. You can also try hitting the wrench arm with a rock. • Use the jack to lift the vehicle off the ground. Different car models may have different places to put the jack, consult your owner's manual for specific locations. Once the jack is securely in the correct spot, jack up the car until the tyre is about 15 cm off the ground. • Remove the lug nuts and pull the tyre off the car. Make sure to place the lug nuts in a pile that won't get scattered, and pull the tyre towards you to remove it from the wheel
base. • Place the spare on the wheel base. Line up the lug nut posts with the holes in the spare and push the spare all the way onto the wheel base until it can't go any farther. • Put on the lug nuts. Don't put them on tightly; just make sure they're on enough for the spare to stay on the car for a moment. • Lower the car back to the ground and remove the jack from underneath the car. • With the car back on the ground, you can now tighten the lug nuts. Rather than tightening them one by one in order, start with one lug nut, tighten it about 50%, move to the opposite nut (across the circle) and tighten that one about the same amount. Keep tightening opposite lug nuts gradually in turn until each lug nut is as tight as it can be. • Put your flat tire and tools back in your trunk. Make sure you don't leave anything on the side of the road.
Pop in at Benguela’s pop-up Benguela will be adding a third restaurant to its growing Benguela Dining brand. The pop-up restaurant will be situated for a few months within the Benguela Manor amidst olive groves, lavender fields and vineyards. The restaurant boasts panoramic views over the Bot River Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean which sets the scene for a very relaxing dining experience. Visitors to Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate and the pop-up restaurant will enjoy a rare waterfront position, with captivating views over the lagoon to the Palmiet Mountains and the Kogelberg Biosphere Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The restaurant will showcase the beautiful Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate for a few months over the season whilst a new tourism center is being built. Once completed, this new center will include a fine dining restaurant, conference facilities, wine tasting facilities, wine cellar and delicatessen. Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate’s unique terroir and favourable maritime conditions ensure quality grapes which, coupled with the skills of the winemaker, produce their awardwinning wines. Guests are invited to enjoy either a two or three course meal prepared by Executive Chef Annelie Badenhorst. Annelie’s training in
classical French cooking at the Zevenwacht Chef School, combined with her love of comfort food, makes her the perfect fit for Benguela Cove’s pop-up restaurant. Guests can expect fresh local food, with interesting flavours and exciting contemporary and new dishes with a French flair that excite the senses from Annelie’s kitchen.
The Benguela Cove pop-up restaurant is open for lunch from Thursday to Sunday and dinner from Thursday to Saturday. Book now by calling 087 357 0637 or visit www.bengueladining.com to book online.
As the pop-up restaurant does not have a liquor license, Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate's wines, which have been carefully paired to the food by Benguela Cove Group Sommelier Denis Garret, will be served on a complimentary basis. Alternatively, guests are also welcome to consume their own champagne, MCC or spirits on-site.
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Hermanus celebrated as a culinary destination At an illustrious occasion held at the Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town on Saturday 28 November, Celia and Rayno Rabie from Betty Blue Bistro in Hermanus, along with JC Martin, winemaker and co-owner of Creation Wines in Hemel-enAarde Ridge, were inducted into the prestigious gastronomic association of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Celia was awarded the title of Chef Rôtisseur, while Rayno was awarded the title of Chef de Table and JC Martin received the title of Professionnel Du Vin, a title reserved for winemakers only. Membership of la Chaîne is strictly by invitation and follows a rigorous application and assessment process. The goal of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is to bring professional and non-professional members in over 70 member countries together to celebrate their passion for fine cuisine and wines and to aid and encourage the development of young chefs and sommeliers worldwide through its national and international competitions.
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So how does a former dental hygienist with no formal training as a chef end up with such a prestigious acknowledgement for her contribution to the culinary riches of Hermanus? “Yes, I’m feeling very important right now,” quips Celia in her usual tongue-in-the-cheek way. On a more serious note, this enthusiastic selftaught chef emphasises that while her and Rayno’s awards have made them very proud, it is not really about them. “It’s about the people we feed and the fact that we want them to enjoy the experience,” she says. “We have a passion for food and hospitality. We are surrounded by food every day and when I get home in the evenings, what do I do? I pour over cookbooks!” she laughs. “I have a natural feeling for trends and innovation, and a special flair for styling and presentation – food not only has to taste good but also look good on the plate. It’s about thinking out of the box and always thinking creatively.”
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JC Martin from Creation Wines, which has received wide acclaim both locally and internationally for both the quality of their wines and their innovative food and wine pairing, adds: “The Chaîne offers all professionals in the wine, food and hospitality industries the opportunity to connect with equals around the world and thereby allows local industries to tap into knowledge and experience on an international scale.” What is the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs? This international gastronomic society was founded in Paris in 1950, but traces its origin back to 1248, when King Louis IX of France wished to thank the trades which had contributed to the construction of Sainte Chapelle. He ordered the establishment of several professional guilds, including that of the “Oyeurs” or goose roasters. The vocation of this guild was to improve the technical knowledge of its members: apprentices, tradesmen, and masters. Over the decades its activities and privileges were expanded. By 1509, during the reign of Louis XII, when the guild’s knowledge was extended to include the preparation of other meats and poultry, including game, it took the name “Rôtisseurs” (roasters) and was granted a Royal Charter and a coat of arms. For more than four centuries the Confrérie des Rôtisseurs cultivated and developed the culinary arts, meeting all the requirements of professionalism and quality demanded by the “Royal Table”, until 1793 when the guild system was dissolved during the French Revolution. The Rôtisseurs were completely forgotten until 1950, when the association was revived by a group of well-known journalists and chefs in France, who founded “Confrérie de la Chaîne de Rôtisseurs”. The Chaîne was officially established in South Africa in 1981 and today it has grown to six groups (Bailliage) representing different regions in South Africa from Limpopo to the Western Cape, and each headed by a Bailli.
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Christmas is a time for giving, sharing and spending time with family and friends. But what is supposed to be a time of good cheer and relaxation often becomes a nightmare with the pressures of finding the perfect gift for your loved ones and endless hours spent in the kitchen preparing meal after meal. MEGAN SMITH takes the sting out of Christmas shopping with a guide to local, practical and affordable gifts. The message is simple - make this year a local gift year, give something that is more than its monetary value. Give a gift that keeps on giving.
edition fine art prints from local artist Jeandre Marinier available at The Art Gallery.
all available at the Onrus Markie.
hang. Find it at the Onrus Markie.
them at Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery.
Tea for two Beautiful hand painted ceramics and crockery that will promise to make e a c h d i n i n g e x p e r i e n c e unforgettable; all pieces are available at Fleurs.
O Honey, honey Get 100% pure South African honey and honey products that include sweets, beauty products, ice cream and more. All available at The Honey Stall.
DIY divas Spoil the DIY divas in your life with a batch of Annie Sloan chalk paint that can be used on any surface. Available from The Plough Shed.
For the home Convert boring living spaces into dramatic spaces with large screen-printed linen, a proudly South African product available at Amulet.
Seaside Christmas Eco-friendly and handmade driftwood Christmas trees make for a break in tradition come this festive season, available at Elements.
Wine lover Same, same but different. Get your hands on the new look 2014 Posmeester from Hermanuspietersfontein.
The Wild Ones The horses of Botriver and Kleinmond calendar for 2016. Order yours online from www.thewildones. ecwid.com or find them at Hermanus Tourism Bureau.
Taking the bull by the horns Papier-mâché bullhorns in all colours made in Hermanus by Fynky Upcycles and G i f t s . E m a i l was6abi8@gmail .com to place an order.
Light up my life Gardening just got a whole lot lighter with these light pots that change colour. The pots make for colourful additions to your garden; get
Christmas goodies Bring festive cheer to your house over the Christmas holidays with these cute Santa Claus inspired snow g l o b e s f r o m Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery.
Kokedama Hanging plants have become all the rage in both gardening and home interior departments. This Japanese gardening f o r m c a n b e purchased at the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery.
Fine art Art lovers can now get their hands on limited
Hermanus FynArts Purchase a Hermanus FynArts voucher from Hermanus Tourism Bureau that allows you to redeem it for any event during the festival. Vouchers are redeemable from early April until 30 April 2016.
Bread basket Various breads such a spinach and feta, onion and cheese and more are readily available from Edna’s Bakery at the Onrus Markie.
All that sparkles Hand crafted exclusively with Swarovski crystals and pearls by Aletta Faure. There are earrings and necklaces in various colours and designs,
Let’s Jam “Tannie” Wilna makes all the jams and preserves herself and you will not find any better. Raspberry, apricot, marmalade, strawberry and more, available at the Onrus Markie.
Handmade with love Annekie Fourie makes the most stunning Christmas inspired napkin rings that will bring festive cheer to the dinner table. Find them at the Onrus Markie.
Wall art Marlene Mong hand paints small canvases inspired by food, colour and enamel dinnerware. Bring come colour to your living space, they are light and easy to
For your little princess Ronnie Banfield sells some of the prettiest girl’s outfits that she hand makes herself. Dresses come in range of colours and designs. Find her at the Onrus Markie.
Sitting pretty Lesleanne Court hand makes hessian bags, pillows and wine coolers with detailing that would spruce up any chair, bed or lounge area. Find her products at the Onrus Markie.
Olive you Hemelrand stocks a range of olive oils and olive products. Their rosemary infused olive oil is particularly delicious. Find them at the Hermaunspietersfontein Food & Wine Market
Fire starter If you like things hot, especially your food, then stop by ChilliLingo at HPF Food & Wine Market for some of the hottest sauces around.
Heavenly treats Teatime is not the same without quality, homemade baked goods. Aunty Winnie is known around town as making some of the best shortbread cookies. Find them at The Hermanus Country Market.
Sail away with me Find recycled wood boats trimmed with beautiful materials, perfect for those who have a love for the ocean. Find them at the Hermanus Country Market.
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Bling thing Fine jewellery and accessories made in Hermanus by local Ruby Baillie from Pernickety. Pieces include rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces.
Bejewelled fruitcake Treat your family and guests to a sherry doused fruitcake, filled with fruits, cherries, orange peel, spice and all things nice by EateryCo.
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beans, plungers and more from Arabikaz Coffee Roasters found at The Beanery. They now make their own pods for coffee machines.
Pick your critter Pieces of wood are lovingly crafted into various animals by Wanda and Tarisai f r o m A f r i c a n Sculptures. The pieces are one of a kind and can be found at the Onrus Farm Stall.
Sweet tooth Creamy , smooth toffees and fudge in a variety of flavours such as cookies and cream and dark chocolate all made by Hope and Glory Gourmet Fudge who can be found at The Hermanus Country Market.
Keep it clean Jo Bursey from Jo’s Soaps makes soaps using natural ingredients. Our favourite is the ginger and coconut. Find her at The Hermanus Country Market. Roasted Coffee lovers can get their hands on premium roasts,
Cutting Etch Give your little one a gift that will keep them busy for a long time. Pick from any design that they will have to assemble themselves. Boats, castles and more from The Hermanus Country Market.
Beautiful things Buy someone special a handmade piece of jewellery made in either silver, brass or bronze from Fielafoo., Availble from The Hermanus Country Market.
Best foot forward Some of the shoes have over 200 buttons sewn onto them and every pair is original. Blinkies can be found at The Hermanus Country Market or online at www.hellopretty.co.za
Noo-can-do! Pop into Noo-can-do for a selection of handmade Christmas cards available at The Hermanus Country Market.
Funky Junk The Funky Junk Shoppe at The Hermanus Country Market makes their goods from reclaimed materials. Expect to find entertaining signage sporting a myriad of funny quotes.
Let’s eat Homemade pesto by Loret’s Pesto in flavours such as sundried tomatoes, basil, rosemary, and roasted peppers will go down as a hit and available at The Hermanus Country Market.
Something meaty Stock up on your beef or kudu biltong and droewors from Wybo’s Burgers at The Hermanus Country Market.
Beauty essentials Essential oils and more both for family, pets and your home. Made in Hermanus by Andrea from Mai Co. Find sweet orange, lemon grass, ylangylang and other wonderful infusions.
Soaps Chris Giles sits proudly behind the Daly’s stall with an assortment of hand-made soaps. Daly’s is a homegrown business which was born when Chris’s mom, Jocelyn Daly, was diagnosed with cancer and lost her job. In order to pay for her medical bills, this mother-and-son team starting producing foot stools from home, and have now branched out with a delightful range of soaps.
Baked goodies Miemsie Nothnagel’s delicious cakes, banana and date loaves, muffins and quiches will have you running back for more. Find her at St Peter’s Market.
Scrumptious treats Many people will remember Jenny van der Bijl from the days when she ran the Incredible Fish restaurant at Hemelen-Aarde Village (where EAT restaurant is today) with her late husband. Unable to stay out of the kitchen, Jenny now sells her scrumptious treats at the market, including various breads, biscuits, meringues, pies and samosas.
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Signs and mobiles Ria Schmidt makes all her gift items by hand with the help of her sister, Shana Krause. You can choose from an assortment of wooden signs and m o b i l e s w i t h i n s p i r a t i o n a l messages, painted rocks, keyrings and jewellery for the young at heart. find it at St Peter’s Market
Home grown H o m e G r o w n produces laser cutouts and inspirational wall quotes to decorate the home, along with a range of jewellery that includes these delightful wooden ear rings. Available at St Peter’s Market.
One of the best Christmas gifts to give are plants and flowers says Meindert Jonge Poerink from Fynbos Gardens. Why not consider the following options when trying to choose the right plant?
Flowers that will bring colour to the inside of your house are bromeliads, which require very little water, cyclamen that sport beautiful colours and spathiphyllum, commonly known at the peace lily which hold lovely white flowers. Bamboo Palms for its leafs and phalaenopsis (orchids) are also popular choices. Hydrangeas (Krismisrose) and brummeliads can be used indoors and after the festive season can be replanted outside in the garden.
According to Meindert a unique gifting idea would be to buy a tree for each child that they can plant in the garden and watch grow as they get older. Popular choices are witstinkhout, Cape chestnut, white ironwood and assegaaibos. Stop in at Fynbos Gardens for all your gardening needs. Fynbos Gardens - Nursery, Dirkie Uys Street or call 028 312 1418. Fynbos Gardens – Office/Shop, Mimosa Street or call 028 313 1763.
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Quilt heaven Lily’s stall is a haven for quilters, stitchers and needleworkers with a colourful array of fabrics in every shape, pattern and colour. Available at St Peter’s Market
beauty and wellness centre Your favourite crystal/gemstone/fossil and shell shop has now relocated to a sparkling corner at Eastcliff Spar centre. Gorgeous crystals, polished local shells, interesting fossils, as well as handmade jewellry, a new S. Silver collection, and succulent crystal gardens Contact Judy 082 7407279 www.judyscrystalcorner.co.za
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Tweet tweet Dee’s seed balls are perfect to give to those who love gardening and birdlife. The feeders are made to attract wild birds to your garden throughout the year. Find her at The Hermanus Country Market.
Just Pure 100% Natural beauty p r o d u c t s manufactured in Hermanus and suitable for all skin types. Stop in at Just Pure to view their full range of skin and beauty products.
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Keep yourself and your loved ones entertained throughout the festive season and school holidays.
• Lemm’s Corner Market, 08:30, Main Road, Hermanus. Crafts, clothes, jewellery, bags, toys and art.
Wednesday 9 December • Graze Farmers Market, 09:00-12:00, Graze Restaurant, Stanford. Reduce your carbon footprint and get your fresh veggies at Graze.
• Christmas Party Open Day, 09:00-12:00, Hermanus Animal Welfare. Bring a small gift to place into your favourite shelter pets Christmas stocking.
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• Hermanus Parkrun, 08:00, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Free timed 5km walk or run come rain or shine. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome.
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• Mini Bazaar, 10:00-12:00, NG Church Hall, Stanford. Arts and crafts, homemade food and delicacies.
• Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 09:00-13:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet. • The Hermanus Country Market, 09:00-13:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies.
Thursday 10 December – Wednesday 23 December • Gansbaai Christmas Market, 09:00-18:00, Pretorius Hall, Gansbaai. Get all your Christmas shopping done in one location. Thursday 10 December • A walk in the fairy forest, 19:30-20:30, Piet se Bos. Bring flashlight and walking shoes, free cocktail at Dutchies. R100 per adult, R50 per child, family of four R250. Booking essential, call Anina Lee on 083 242 3295, alternatively email anina.wcc@gmail.com Friday 11 December • Puppet show, 11:00, Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery. R10 per child. Entertain the “littlies” during the festive season with an exciting puppet show. • Onrus Ratepayers AGM, 18:00, De Wet Hall, Onrus. All are welcome.
• Market in the garden, 09:00-14:00, St Peters Church. A wonderful market set amongst the trees in the heart of town. Sit down in the tea garden and enjoy the surrounds. • Stanford Saturday Morning Market, 09:3012:00, The Stanford Hotel. Farmers, crafters and hobbyists bring to you homemade and homebaked goodies. • Annie Sloan's decorative Chalk Paint™ workshop, 09:00-12:30, The Plough Shed. R500 per person. Call: 083 267 9432 to book.
• Jazz and Blues Concert, 15:00, Sumaridge Wine Estate. R150 entrance, book through info@sumaridge.co.za, for this late afternoon open-air concert. • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 15:00-20:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet. • The Hermanus Country Market, 17:00-21:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies.
Thursday 17 December – Sunday 10 January • Sunsets and sundowners, 15:00 – 19:30, Sumardige Wine Estate, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Sit back and enjoy the sunset while sipping on fine wine in the Hemel en Aarde Valley. Thursday 17 December • Food festival, 17:00, NG Kerk, Onrus. Call Carel 083 444 9581 for more information.
Sunday 13 December • Fernkloof Holistic Fair, 10:00-15:00, Fernkloof Nature Reserve. An event focused on bringing therapists, lightworkers and health helpers together. Fresh, organic eats, drinks and crafts.
Friday 18 December • Lollos, 11:00, Hermanus Forest Amphitheatre, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. R70 per person, join children’s sing-a-long group Lollos for a day filled with song and dance.
• Stanford Street Festival, 09:00 - 16:00, Queen Victoria Street, Stanford. Magic shows, street parade, stalls, live music and more!
• Yesterday’s Heroes and live entertainment, 17:00-21:00, Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery. Spend an evening out under the stars listening to cool rock tunes.
• Spar Stanford Dip Street Race, 12:00, Stanford. Entry is free and open to both girls and boys under 18 years old. Lots of prizes up for grabs, registration takes place before 11:00.
• Retro Dizzy, 19:55, Gecko Bar. R30 entrance fee, local band returns home to entertain the crowds with their rock ‘n roll tunes. Saturday 12 December – Monday 21 December • Pieter Vermaak Art School Exhibition, 09:0017:00, Daniël Kok Galery, The Village.
Tuesday 15 December • Hermanus Ratepayers’ Association AGM, 17:30, Catholic Church Hall. All are welcome.
Saturday 12 December • Onrus Pro/Jnr Classic, 07:00, Onrus Beach. R150 entry into event, registration starts at 06:00, bodyboarding charity event. Alternatively,
Wednesday 16 December – Friday 18 December • Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra – a rural heritage concert, 15:00, Gansbaai Primary
21:00, Pretorius Hall, Gansbaai. Get all your Christmas shopping done in one location. Saturday 19 December – Sunday 20 December • Whalehaven Food Truck Weekend, 11:00, Whalehaven Winery, The Village. R120 entrance ticket that includes a coupon for a glass of bubbly and one food truck voucher, children under 12 years free entry. Live music, inspirational food, wine, craft beer and locally produced gin. Children’s entertainment and great gift ideas for Christmas will ensure that the whole family stays entertained. Tickets via www.webtickets.co.za Saturday 19 December • Hermanus Parkrun, 08:00, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Free timed 5km walk or run come rain or shine. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome. • Lemms Corner Market, 08:30, Main Road, Hermanus. Crafts, clothes, jewellery, bags, toys and art. • The Onrus Markie, 09:00-12:00, De Wet Hall, Onrus. A neighbourhood market with a lot of heart! • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 09:00-14:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet. • The Hermanus Country Market, 09:00-13:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies.
• Santa is coming to town, 17:30, Hermanus Country Market. Santa will be coming to the market to meet all the kids, chat to them and they will all receive a present. Tickets cost R50 (for the present) and are available at the Hermanus Country Market, The Beanery and The Jol Emporium.
• Music on the lawn, 18:00, Castle Herriot, Adderly Street, Stanford. Bring your drinks, blankets, swimming costumes and join in a night filled with music under the stars. Entrance R20. All proceeds donated to Stanford Animal Welfare.
Tuesday 15 December – Wednesday 23 December • Opwipwinkel at The Butterfly Foundation, 10:00-17:00, Daneel Street, Stanford. There will be plenty of food, local wine and beer and gifting ideas.
• Opening of the Pieter Vermaak Art School Exhibition, 18:30, Daniël Kok Galery.
• The Stanford Players present “Once upon a time – the musical!” 20:00. R150 per adult, R70 per learner. 45 enthusiastic cast members ranging in ages from 6 to 60 years old performing 18 numbers, all inspired by fairy tales with a twist. Book tickets via www.thestanfordplayers.co.za
• Mini Bazaar, 10:00-12:00, NG Church Hall, Stanford. Arts and crafts, homemade food and delicacies.
• The Hermanus Country Evening Market, 17:0021:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food and wine, fresh and wholesome goodies.
Thursday 10 December – Friday 11 December and Monday 14 December - Tuesday 15 December • South African National Space Agency holiday programme for kids, 09:00-12:00, SANSA. Age group 6 to 8 years old, all activities and entry is free of charge. Book via events@sansa.org.za or call 028 312 1196.
• Christmas concert at Bouchard Finlayson, 17:45, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Join Mike Rossi on the saxophone and Christopher Duigan on the piano as they entertain guests against the beautiful backdrop of the Hermanus Wine Route. Wine and canapés. R200 per person, please book with Helen, 028 312 1485 or Carol, 028 313 2675.
Wednesday 16 December • Graze Farmers Market, 09:00-12:00, Graze Restaurant, Stanford. Reduce your carbon footprint and get your fresh veggies at Graze.
• Luyt’s Marine – A Diary of the Years 1942-1947 book launch, 17:30, Municipal Auditorium. A diary about Berdine Luyt’s life at The Marine Hotel during WWII.
• Vermont Ratepayers and Environmental Association AGM, 17:00, De Wet Hall, Onrus. All are welcome.
School. Free entry, first come first serve.
• Market in the garden, 09:00-14:00, St Peters Church. A wonderful market set amongst the trees in the heart of town. Sit down in the tea garden and enjoy the surrounds. • Pringle Bay Craft Market, 09:30-15:00, Pringle Bay Community Hall. Come and enjoy Saturday morning with us. • Stanford Saturday Morning Market, 09:3012:00, The Stanford Hotel. Farmers, crafters and hobbyists bring to you homemade and homebaked goodies. • Birkenhead’s Alive Christmas Concert, 12:00, Village Green, Stanford. Fun filled family day packed with entertainment. • Carols by Candlelight, 19:00, Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens. Tickets available at the gates, song sheet and candle provided. • Sanford Sunset Market, 18:00-20:00, Stanford Village Green. Food on the go, deli products, live music and family fun.
• Carols by Candlelight, 18:30, Old Harbour, Hermanus. Bring your picnic basket, blankets, something warm and chairs, and enjoy the singa-long. Hymn sheet and candle provided! Donations welcome. • Gansbaai Christmas Evening Market, 18:00-
Sunday 20 December • Gustavo Romero, 15:30, Municipal Auditorium. Gustavo a pianist from Texas will play a Schubert recital. • Carols by Candlelight, 18:00, Sumaridge Wine Estate. Celebrate Christmas with an open-air sing-along concert of family favourite carols, featuring the wonderful Abagold choir.
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• Carols by Candlelight, 19:00, Gansbaai Harbour.
Monday 21 December • OnVerWag AGM 2015, 17:00, De Wet Hall, Onrus.
• The Hermanus Country Market, 09:00-13:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies. • Stanford Saturday Morning Market, 09:3012:00, The Stanford Hotel. Farmers, crafters and hobbyists bring to you homemade and homebaked goodies. • The Colour Run, 16:00, Hermanus High School. The happiest 5km in Hermanus. Tickets available through www.thecolorrun.co.za
What to do . . . The prospect of the looming school holidays does not have to be a scary one. Fortunately the summer brings with it long balmy days that can easily be enjoyed on one of our beautiful beaches, but if you are looking for extra things to do with your little ones then take a look at our bumper festive season activity list.
Wednesday 23 December • Graze Farmers Market, 09:00-12:00, Graze Restaurant, Stanford. Reduce your carbon footprint and get your fresh veggies at Graze. • Market in the garden, 09:00-14:00, St Peters Church. A wonderful market set amongst the trees in the heart of town. Sit down in the tea garden and enjoy the surrounds. • Mini Bazaar, 10:00-12:00, NG Church Hall, Stanford. Arts and craft, homemade food. • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 17:00-20:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet. • The Hermanus Country Market, 17:00-21:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies. Saturday 26 December • Boxing Day Cricket, 07:00 - 21:00, Village Green, Stanford. 14 teams participating. There will be a potjiekos competition too; participants can enter on the day.
Sunday 27 December • Art in the Park, 11:00-15:00, Fairways Avenue. Browse through market stalls dedicated to showcasing the many talents of local artists. Tuesday 29 December • Kaleidoskoop live, 19:30, Municipal Auditorium. R100 per person. An Afrikaans music group taking South Africa by storm. Wednesday 30 December • Graze Farmers Market, 09:00-12:00, Graze Restaurant, Stanford. Reduce your carbon footprint and get your fresh veggies at Graze. • Mini Bazaar, 10:00-12:00, NG Church Hall, Stanford. Arts and crafts, homemade food and delicacies. • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 17:00-20:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet. • The Hermanus Country Market, 17:00-21:00, Fairways Avenue. Stunning food, fresh and wholesome goodies.
• Hermanus Parkrun, 08:00, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Free timed 5km walk or run come rain or shine. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome. • Lemm’s Corner Market, 08:30, Main Road, Hermanus. Crafts, clothes, jewellery, bags, toys and art. • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 09:00-14:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet.
Thursday 31 December • Danger Point Half Marathon, Gansbaai School Grounds. Distances of 21, 10 and 5 KM’s, walkers welcome. Enter on day of race between 05:00 and 06:30. • New Year's Eve Party by Hermanus Dance Café, 19:00, Hermanus Bowling Club. R100 per person, celebrate in style. Call 028 313 2341 to book. Friday 1 January • Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market, 10:00-15:00, The Village. Where wine and food lovers both local and international meet.
Horse riding Outrides last an hour and a half to two hours and are perfect for family groups. It is advised that comfortable clothing and shoes be worn. Riding hats will be supplied. The minimum age requirement is 7 years and would suit children and individuals with riding experience. There are two outrides, one in the early morning and one taking place in the late afternoon. Cost: R400 per person. Call Heaven and Earth Trails on 083 885 5608 Sea kayaking Have your little ones explore the coastline aboard a kayak. On their adventure they will come across an array of sea life including penguins, seals, birds and hopefully a whale or pod of dolphins. The trips are two hours long and would suit children aged 10 and up. Parent supervision is advised for children younger than 14 years old. Departure times are 08:00, 10:30, 13:00 and the trip costs R350 per person. Pack a swimsuit, towel, sun block, a warm jacket and a set of new clothes. Call Walker Bay Adventures on 082 739 0159 Shark cage diving Come face to face with a great white! Children are most welcome to hop aboard and have the opportunity to go shark cage diving off the coast of Gansbaai. Children of all ages are welcome, parent supervision is advised. Trips are three to four hours long and are weather dependant. R950 per child under 12 years old and R1600 per adult, rates are valid until 31 December 2015. Call Marine Dynamics on 079 930 9694 Rocklands Petting Farm Let your children enjoy the farm environment and all the animals that they might meet. There is a tuck shop where you can buy refreshments and light snacks. Entrance is R15 and for R10 you can purchase an animal snack pack that your little one may then feed to the farm critters. Call Rocklands Petting Zoo on 076 3197 446
Saturday 2 January • Hermanus Parkrun, 08:00, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Free timed 5km walk or run come rain or shine. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome. • Lemms Corner Market, 08:30, Main Road, Hermanus. Crafts, clothes, jewellery, bags, toys and art.
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Hermanus Ratepayers' Association will be held on Tuesday 15th December in the Hermanus Catholic Church Hall @ 17:30. The agenda and supporting documents are available electronically at www.ratepayers.co.za Kennisgewing word hiermee gegee dat die Algemene Jaarvergadering (AJV) van die Hermanus Belastingbetalersvereniging om 17:30 op Dinsdag 15 Desember 2015 in die Hermanus Katoliekekerk-saal gehou sal word. Die sakelys en ondersteunende dokumente is elektronies beskikbaar by
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Quad biking Put pedal to the metal and explore all that the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley has to offer. This activity is well suited to teenagers from the age of 16 and up who are looking for adventure and a thrill.
Helmets and jackets are provided. The guided trip runs for an hour and a half and costs R500 per person. Call Hermanus Forest Adventures on 083 517 3635 or book online at www.hermanusactivities.co.za Ziplining Cover distances of 20 to 180 meters from the 10 specially erected platforms that will take you whizzing through the treetops and canyons and over a waterfall. Comfortable clothing should be worn. This activity is suited to children from the age of 6 years and up and takes one and a half hours to two hours to complete. Ziplining costs R370 per person. Call Hermanus Forest Adventures on 083 517 3635 or book online at www.hermanusactivities.co.za Sand boarding Betty’s Bay has one of the highest commercial sand boarding dunes in Africa. Guides provide all the training and see to all the safety requirements. This sport is the perfect outdoor activity for teenagers. Sessions last two hours, costs R350 per person and helmets and sand boards are provided. Make sure you send your teen out with plenty of bottled water and sunscreen. Call Hermanus Forest Adventures on 083 517 3635 or book online at www.hermanusactivities.co.za Learn to surf Always wanted to surf, maybe your youngster would like to learn too? Walker Bay Surf Shop will have a gazebo set up on the far side of Grotto Beach every day where they will offer surf lessons. Classes take place at 09:00, 11:00 and 14:00. Lessons are an hour and a half and wetsuits and surfboards are provided. A private lesson will cost R350 and R250 per person in a group. Call Walker Bay Surf Shop on 028 312 2893
Fairy forest Explore the fairy forest with your little ones on 10 December at 19:30 at Piet se Bos. Make sure that each family member has a flashlight or headlamp with them to spot all the hidden fairies tucked away in the trees. R100 per adult, R50 per child, family of four R250. Call Anina Lee on 083 242 3295 to book. Zero Gravity Zero Gravity has an interactive gaming section where kids can come and play XBOX 360 in store with over 100 different games to choose from. Playstation 4 gaming is also available. The cost is R25 per hour for a standard screen and R35 per hour for the big screen. The all day gamer special costs R100 to R150 and allows the gamer to play from the time the store opens until the store closes, valid from a Monday through to Saturday. Double up Sundays allows the gamer to buy one-hour game time and receive another hour worth of gaming free. Call Zero Gravity on 028 312 4363
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with the kids this festive season Fernkloof Nature Reserve Pack a picnic and head to the three dams in the Fernkloof Nature Reserve. The hike is an easy to moderate one that leads up to three dams. The dams make for an excellent resting spot to enjoy a picnic and a swim. Call Fernkloof Nature Reserve on 028 313 0819
Putt Putt If you are wanting to play putt putt with the kids then the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery is the place for you. The 9 hole mini golf course will keep kids entertained as each hole gets trickier and more challenging. The entrance fee is R15 per adult and R10 per child. Call Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery on 028 316 4006 Mountain biking Euodia offers mountain bike rentals if you do not have a bicycle. They have a pump track which is great in teaching kids how to balance. Permits for the Hermanus mountain bike trails are available at Euodia and cost R50 per adult and R25 per child. If the store is closed visitors are welcome to make use of the honesty box outside of the shop. There is no minimum age limit to cycling the various trails but parent supervision is recommended. The best mountain biking route for beginners and children is the 6km green route. Call Euodia on 028 316 2119
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Panthera Africa Visit Panthera Africa and learn the interesting facts about the different big cats from leopards to lions and tigers. Visitors are able to see and hear the big cats that call the sanctuary home. Tours are from Wednesday to Monday at 10:00 and at 15:00. Entrance is R120 per child under 13 and R190 per adult. Call Panthera Africa on 076 974 3088 or book on www.pantheraafrica.co.za - pre-bookings only.
Black ops Imagination is the name of the game when it comes to the Black Ops paintball target shooting range. Children can aim and shoot at targets such as “bad guys” and “wild animals” under strict supervision. Black Ops costs R10 per 10 shots. Call Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery on 028 316 4006 African Penguin and Sea Bird Sanctuary See how marine birds are treated and rehabilitated back into the wild at the African Penguin Sanctuary. The tours are educational and open to all ages. Learn about African Penguins, petrels and other sea birds. Entry is free, a small donation is most welcome and will go towards the care and feeding of the birds. APSS is open Monday to Sunday from 09:00 until 16:00 Call APSS on 082 907 5607
Go karting Bring the children to race against each other while parents enjoy and relax at the Country Market. Normal track price R20 per five laps. The go-karts work with no batteries, petrol or diesel, making it safe and perfect for all ages. Call Fun Go Karting on 072 805 0867 SANSA On the 10th and 11th of December children from the ages of 6 to 8 years old can take part in the South African National Space Agency holiday programme. On the 14th and 15th of December a holiday programme will be open to children from the ages of 9 till 12 years old. Both programmes take place from 09:00 until 12:00. Call SANSA on 028 312 1196 Platbos Forest Walk Take a stroll through Africa’s most southern forest, some trees are over 1000 years old. This gentle walk takes between one and two and a half hours which both young and old can enjoy. The trail is open Monday through to Sunday from 08:00 to 17:00. The info hut across from the forest walk parking site has maps for the trail. The hut is always open but not staffed. Please place R50 per adult and R20 per child into the honesty box provided at the hut. Call Platbos on 082 411 0448 Stand up paddleboarding Rent a stand up paddleboard at Onrus Beach. Rentals are weather dependant but if the sun is shining they’ll be available to use on the lagoon. There is a short introduction on how to use the paddleboard, after which the kids can paddle away to their hearts’ content. Life jackets and all other equipment are provided. Rent a board for thirty minutes and pay R70 or rent a board for an hour and pay R100. Call whatsAPP on 072 7165 866 Skateboarding Skateboarders will be happy to know that there is now a skate park situated in the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery. The entrance fee is R20 however
if your youngster does not own his or her own skateboard you can rent a board for R20, and a helmet will be provided. Call Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery on 028 316 4006 Sand art If your child loves to paint or draw then bring them down to the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery to dabble and create their own sand art masterpieces. There are a wide selection of sand art creations from filling in pictures to creating unique bookmarks and more using brightly coloured sand and other materials. Prices vary according to the sand art project. Call Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery on 028 316 4006
Outdoor play park Get your kids away from the TV and outside. The out and indoor play park situated at the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery is the biggest in Hermanus. There are jumping castles, pirate ships, castles, swings, slides, hideouts, toys and more. Entrance is R30 per child and R10 per adult. Parents are most welcome to enjoy a cup of tea or ice cold beer at the Wonderland Cafe while the kids play. Running for the whole duration of the festive season and school holidays the Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery, including the skate park, putt putt course, sand art, play area and black ops paintballing will be open from 09:00 until 21:00. Refreshments and food will be on sale throughout the day. Call Wonderland Lifestyle Nursery on 028 316 4006
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Be responsible over the festive season As the Community Protection and Security Agencies, along with their personnel, are readily preparing for the heightened use of public facilities and services by both our communities and the influx of visitors expected over the season, the Overstrand Municipality would like to appeal to all concerned to use said amenities responsibly. The use of water, in particular, should be done sparingly. This is especially given that the Overstrand Region is regarded as a waterscarce area. With the fire season upon us and its impending danger, the municipality further urges its residents and visitors to be cautious when making fires, and to remain vigilant and
sensitive to the devastating and destructive consequences affected communities could have in the event of runaway fires.
animals should remain undisturbed and left to co-exist with each other in the confines of their respective natural environments.
However, the municipality recognises people’s need for festive season revelry and celebration, and has therefore made allowances in this sense by providing designated places on the region’s beaches where the release of fireworks will be permitted.
Should the need arise contact:
A final request is that consideration and protection of the area’s wildlife is upheld. To this end, a plea has been extended to those involved to please refrain from feeding or engaging with baboons, or any other species, that may cross their path during the season. For their own protection and preservation, these
Police: 028 313 8500/ 10111 Ambulance: 10177 Traffic and law enforcement: 028 313 8111 Fire department: 028 313 8111/ 028 312 2400 Hermanus Provincial Hospital: 028 312 1166 MediClinic Hermanus: 028 313 0168 Hermanus Animal Welfare: 028 312 1281 NSRI: 028 312 3180 HPP: 028 312 4900 ADT: 086 1212 306 SAFE Security: 028 313 0777 Marine Coastal Management – report poaching: 028 313 2703
Carols at St. Peter’s Tuesday 15 December at 18:00 is the chosen evening for St. Peter's Anglican Church to celebrate the birth of the Christ child in music and words. An augmented choir, directed by Sylvia Cooper and accompanied by Rensche van Rensburg on organ, will sing much loved Christmas Carols and songs with the congregation. The choir will come into its own in 5 specially chosen carols, some of which have not been heard in recent years. Besides the organ, a recorder will highlight one or two of the tunes being sung. The birth of the Holy Babe, the appearance of the guiding star, the visit of the shepherds and the arrival later of the wise men are all told in music. The unfolding story in 9 lessons, predicting the coming of the Messiah on earth, will be read by several Hermanus residents. Any young children present will be encouraged to fill the tiny manger, set up in front of the altar, at the appropriate moments, with figurines so central to the witness of our Savior’s birth. Everyone is invited to attend this service of choral tribute to the true meaning of Christmas. A retiring collection will be taken. - Anne Philip
Once upon a time in Stanford The Stanford Players group has produced one-of-a-kind musical shows since 2012. This year The Stanford Players presents: Once Upon a Time from 16 to 18 December. Once Upon a Time offers a modern twist on some of our beloved fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories with song and dance. This humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Peter Pan, Snow White... to name but a few. Producer Rina de Wet spoke about this new production, “As we began the exciting, yet daunting task of creating this new production, our first goal was to have as much fun telling the stories as possible. To that end, we preserved the fantastical, classic characters dressed in iconic costumes of the traditional fairy tales. Our amazing costumiers Jennie Chancey and Mary Troost have truly outdone themselves this year. We have assembled an enthusiastic cast of 45 individuals for this production, who have been put through their p a ces b y La i na Les i cni k our Choreographer / Director. This year’s choreography spans a multitude of different dance styles that all audience members are sure to love!” Escape to a magical, mystical world – where fables come to life! Food & Drink Menu will be available before the show and during interval brought to you by Don Gelato Trattoria and Raka Wines. Bookings: Stanford Tourism Office 0 2 8 - 3 4 1 0 - 3 4 0 , a s k @ Stanfordinfo.co.za. Cost: adult R150, children R70. For more information, visit our website or Facebook page at www.thestanfordplayers.co.za or www.facebook.com/TheStanfordPl ayers.
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RealNet Celebration On 27 November RealNet Sandbaai/Onrus rolled out the red carpet and drizzled the night with magic for their VIP clients and business associates. The event was held to say thank you for doing business with them for the last 5 years. Together with saying thank you, RealNet Sandbaai/Onrus celebrated their 5th birthday and they also announced that RealNet Sandbaai/Onrus will be expanding into RealNet Hermanus, which will now include properties in the Hermanus area. Cornel Janse van Vuuren, owner of RealNet Hermanus, Melinda Greeff, regional manager of RealNet Western Cape and Sandra Swanepoel, office and financial administrator of RealNet Hermanus.
Exquisite food and champagne was served
with magical décor to make the evening even more special. Prizes where handed out as part of the lucky draw and guests left with a warm heart and a special gift to keep the magic alive! “We hope to make the event an annual one. My team and I realize that the business would not be as successful as it is today without the buyers and sellers it is important for them to be thanked properly by hosting an event such as this,” says Cornel Janse van Vuuren, owner of RealNet Hermanus.
Christmas church services AGS Hermanus Municipal Auditorium, Harmony Avenue, Hermanus Call: 028 316 2146 25 December at 09:00 Inspired Life Sandbaai Hall, corner Main Road and Jimmy Smith Street, Sandbaai Call: 028 316 3224 25 December at 09:00 United Church Corner of Lord Roberts Road and Royal Street, Hermanus Call: 028 312 2217 24 December at 20:00 25 December at 07:00, 08:30 and 10:00 Live the Life Gateway Centre, Main Road, Hermanus Call: 028 312 4238 25 December at 09:00 Shofar at Bosko Fairways Avenue, Hermanus Call: 028 312 2514 25 December at 09:30 NG Kerk Onrus Bergstraat, Onrus Call: 028 316 2116 24 December at 18:00 25 December at 07:00, 08:30 and 10:00 NG Kerk Hermanus Corner Church and Main Road, Hermanus Call: 028 312 3904 25 December at 07:30, NG Kerk Hermanus and Sandbaai Hall 25 December at 09:00, NG Kerk Hermanus, Grobbelaar Hall and Scouts Camps, Voëlklip Christ Church Jose Burman Drive, Hermanus Call: 028 313 2049 25 December at 08:00 and 09:30 Hermanus Catholic Church Lord Roberts Road, Hermanus Call: 028 312 2315 24 December at 18:00 and 20:00 25 December at 08:00 and 10:00 St Peters Church Main Road, Hermanus Call: 028 312 1325 24 December at 22:30 25 December at 07:00 and 09:30 GOOD
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Looking for some COLOR this December?
Residents and holiday-makers alike are getting their color on this December, as The Color Run South Africa is set to make super-colourful waves in this seaside town. . With headline sponsor Capitec Bank, and media partner Heart FM on board in 2015, this year’s event is set to raise the bar in terms of how much fun one town can handle.
day of pure fun that also gives back to the community,” says Leon Swanepoel, CEO of Sportsvendo. Keep your dial firmly locked onto Heart FM for updates, giveaways, and info to ensure you don’t miss out. Heart FM will also be present on the day with amazing beats. “Thanks to the incredibly generous investment by Capitec Bank, our headline sponsor, the 2015 series has been the best South Africa has experienced, and The Summer Holiday Tour will be continuing in this rainbow tradition,” says Swanepoel.
The Happiest 5K on the Planet is a unique paint race that celebrates health, happiness and individuality. The Color Run has exploded colour across the planet and is the single largest event series in the world! Over 4 million Color Runners have participated in the event worldwide.
Charity and school fundraising is a big part of The Color Run. Register your own school or charity on the Fun Raiser programme and raise money for every ticket sold under your unique Fun Raiser code. To give back, contact The Color Run on hello@thecolorrun.co.za.
“The Summer Holiday Tour is always a huge hit on the annual calendar for The Color Run, with holiday makers and locals alike embracing a
Color Runners will each receive a race pack with includes a 2015 edition Race T-Shirt, headband, bag of colour powder, temporary
tattoos, and a race number. Additionally, every Color Runner will receive a R200 voucher from Takealot.com for the purchase of The Color Run powder and merchandise, as well as a R200 voucher from Superbalist to be redeemed against a minimum spend of R250. Tickets are available online from The Color Run website (http://thecolorrun.co.za) and Facebook www.facebook.com/TheColorRun SouthAfrica.
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This group of learner leaders and educators (TLOs) from 7 schools in the Overberg (Swellendam HS; Riviersonderend PS; Emil Weder Sec; Bissetsdrift PS; Grabouw HS; Umyezo HS; De Rust Futura Academy) attended a 2 day Representative Council of Learners Orientation and Planning workshop, in preparation for the 2016 school year. The workshop was organized by the Overberg education district and held in November at the Kogelberg Farm Hostels in Grabouw. Through inter-active activities, role-play, intensive group sessions and sharing and discussing best practices, these learner leaders were orientated in the legal and democratic expectations of an RCL. The learners were also exercised in planning and preparing for activities and projects in
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support of the academic and extra-mural program of their schools, healthy relationships and discipline within and outside of their schools, voluntary service and promoting the best interest of their schools for the 2016 school year. As the voice of learners, the RCL is the liaison between learners, management and the school governing body. All public schools with grade 8-12 are by law required to have an RCL, democratically elected by the learners and representing the learners within the school governance system. For any enquiries regarding Representative Council of Learners contact Kobus Mike, RCL coordinator at 028 2147368 or e-mail Kobus.Mike@westerncape.gov.za
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RCL orientation and planning workshop held
Get your takkies on, and join us for The Summer Holiday Tour! When: 26 December 2015, 15H00 for 16H00 Where: Hermanus High School Tickets: R250.00 available on www.thecolorrun.co.za/hermanus /2015-12-26
The Hermanus News in conjunction with Color Run is giving away super prizes! Simply by sending your name, contact number and e-mail address to news@thehermanusnews.co.za you can stand the chance to win one of 3 family pack prizes (4 tickets per prize) or one of 3 x double ticket prizes. The prizes include vouchers for Superbalist and TakeALot. Winners will need to collect their race packs from the race pack pick up point at the Hermanus High School on 22 – 24 November. You must bring along your ID.
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The Color Run, Heart FM, and Capitec Bank are transforming Hermanus into a color wonderland this December. Start your fun-engines, Color Runners!
A proud tradition since 1950 Sport written & compiled by: Tony O’Hagan The Hermanus Yacht Club has a proud history since its inception in April 1950 and has in the years past been the host of many a prestigious event on the yachting calendar. According to the book ‘A Sixty Year History of the Hermanus Yacht Club’ by Bob Metcalf a fault in the earth's crust resulted in the formation of the Hermanus lagoon. The lagoon is known by the older folk as "Stofvlei" due to the spray and watersprouts during the north-westerly storms. In the early days Stanford was considered the metropolis and the magistrate sat at Uilkraal. Wheat, fruit and vegetables were grown in Stanford, and as Hermanus developed, it was reliant on these supplies from Stanford. This continued until good roads allowed traffic in from other areas. The Everet Poole family owned a yacht called Daisy Belle which was said to have sailed on the vlei from 1900. The Pooles were the owners of the Spookhuis near Wortelgat which was in its heyday around 1915. In 1912 the First Kenilworth Scouts started a camp at Mosselrivier and in 1915 established the one below white water spring near the gate
Answers To Sports Quiz - 24th November 1. Which African nation has qualified for the most FIFA World Cup Finals from 1930 to 2014? Answer: Cameroon 2. In rugby union what is the name of the trophy that is contested for, in matches between England and Scotland? Answer: Calcutta Cup 3. Who is the highest wicket taker in test cricket for South Africa? Answer: Shaun Pollock 4. Which is the heaviest, a golf ball, a tennis ball or a squash ball? Answer: Tennis Ball 5. Who did Novak Djokovic appoint as his head coach in 2013? Answer: Boris Becker
of the present day De Mond camping grounds. Boating and sailing was, and still is, an important activity for these youngsters who could qualify for the Stanford Scarf by succeeding in sailing activities. At a meeting of interested persons at the Bay View Hotel on 17 April 1950 a decision was reached to form a club to promote boating on the vlei. Basil Musson, the proprietor of the Bay View Hotel and a prime mover of this project, owned ground on the lagoon. He leased one morgen to the Hermanus Yacht Club on a 99year lease. However, in 1955 Basil donated this piece of land to the club and built a slipway and storeroom which became very useful to the club. In 1950 funds were raised for the erection of a clubhouse with estimates for the building being £1 490. Jetties, terraces and slipways were built by the members and the clubhouse opened on 31 March 1951. The memorable occasion was attended by yacht clubs from Cape Town who brought a large number of sailing craft and afforded great help and advice in the early days of the club. In 1952 the Hermanus fleet consisted of 5 scratch classes, 2 sharpies and 1 sprog. During the early years, club membership grew from 323 in 1953 to 519 in 1955. The club's Easter Regattas were popular with competitors from neighboring Western Province clubs and these necessitated enlargements to the clubhouse and facilities.
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The Easter Regatta continued in popularity and in 1974 the entrants included Flying/Dutchman, Finns, Tempos, sonnets and Dabchicks. The Halloween Trophy was the prize for these regattas. Throughout the late 20th Century, the club hosted many events and grew in popularity. There were also difficulties to combat such as fires, heavy storms and winds but these have all been overcome and, after 65 years, the club
stands proud today as one of the leading yacht clubs in the country. The club now enters the busy festive season and the highlight in the New Year is the Southern Charter Grand Slam Series 3 to be held at the club on 6 and 7 February 2016. This is a popular event and open to the public. The clubhouse is available for functions and a much sought after venue. The Hermanus Yacht Club under Commodore Bruce Keytel and his general committee remains a premier attraction and a proud member of the South African sailing fraternity. Contact the club on 028 314 1420 for more information.
Sports Quiz No. 6 Here is a taste of our sports quiz which will be a sponsored corner in the weeks ahead with prizes for our readers. In the meantime try your hand at the following questions. Submit your name, telephone number and answers via email to news@thehermanusnews.co.za 1. Which South African soccer team is known as "The Birds''? 2. Which South African has won the most golf majors? 3. Which city hosted the 2000 Olympic games? 4. Which cricketer has the highest average in test cricket? 5. Who has recently been appointed as coach of the English Rugby Union team? See answers in our next edition.
Stand the change to win a free car wash by simply entering The Hermanus News Sport Quiz. Send your answers and contact details to news@thehermanusnews.co.za and if you have answered all the questions correctly your name will go into a lucky draw to have your car washed at Eastcliff Auto.
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One of the early highlights of the club was hosting the 1959 National Regatta and Olympic Games trials. There were 150 boats entered and visitors came from far and wide.
Joint Overberg Schools Netball Committee elected The officials were elected from members of both the primary and high school netball structures, mirroring the structure of Western Cape Schools Netball. The committee will, as its primary function, aim to effectively administrate, coordinate and manage the Overberg schools’ netball program with the support from the Overberg Netball Federation, Western Cape Schools Netball and Boland Schools Netball (interim) within and beyond the Overberg district boundaries. The establishment of the Joint Structure also serves towards compliance with the prescribes of the National Sport and Recreation Plan, the directives of the South African Schools Netball and the Western Cape Schools Netball
committees respectively. The proceedings were observed and guided by netball officials, Marie le Roux from Western Cape Schools Netball, Jeanette Gersbach from Boland Schools Netball as well as Alzeen Hull, chairperson of the Overberg Netball Federation. Marichen Muller was nominated as the Schools Representative on the Overberg Netball Federation. Those elected were Ilze Baatjies, Marlé Victor, Marichen Muller, Alieshaa Odendaal, Neena Willemse, Zenobia Venter and Tertia Pool. Kobus Mike served as the election officer. For further enquiries, contact Marichen on 028 312 3760.
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Gansbaai “Sharkies” show their teeth The “Sharkies” from Gansbaai Academia showed their all-round sharp research, oral and visual communication as well as public speaking skills by winning the Western Cape Provincial Project Citizen showcase at the Western Cape Provincial Legislator in Cape Town.
visually attractive and logically flowing portfolio which the group presents orally at the provincial showcase.
The group of grade 10 and 11 learners scored top marks amongst 10 high schools from across the Western Cape participating in this prestigious annual program on civil engagement and social cohesion for learners in schools across the country.
This annual program is open to both primary and high schools and seeks to enhance learners social awareness, research, oral and visual communication and presentation skills. Teachers are therefore trained beforehand to supervise, guide and assist the groups in preparing for the provincial showcase.
The Project Citizen program requires learners to identify a social problem or issue within their school or community, do extensive research on the legislation available on the issue, draft a policy of their own and draw up an action plan to tackle the problem or issue within their school or community. All of this is then compiled in a
The oral presentation, portfolio boards and supporting documentation is then adjudicated by a panel of judges to determine a winner.
Schools in the Overberg education district that are interested in participating in the 2016 Project Citizen program can contact Kobus Mike on 028 2147368 or e-mail Kobus.Mike@westerncape.gov.za for information.
The Project Citizen educators form Gansbaai Academia who worked tirelessly from May to October preparing the group were Annerie Harding- Male and Mona Matthews with the group mentor, Kobus Mike from the Overberg Education district office and the learners.
On Thursday 26 November Curro Castle held a fashion show with the theme of Disney. The age group was from 8 months to 2 years. The parents and learners joined in the fun and all dressed up to walk down the ramp. Both moms and dads dressed up and participated causing lots of laughs and aah moments.
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