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SA’s POWER CRISIS critical >> Depleted reserves lead to shutdown of major stations THAMSANQA MAGUBANE and AMANDA KHOZA

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HE country’s power crisis has reached critical levels.

Eskom announced on Friday the power system in the country was “extremely constrained” and would remain so for the duration of the week.

It blamed “unforeseen technical problems at power stations, depleted water reserves and logistical issues relating to diesel supplies at our peaking power stations”.

Eskomannouncedloadshedding was extended from stage two to stage three as a result of the “shutdown of two of our open cycle gas turbinepowerstationwhichusediesel to generate electricity”.

“The diesel reserves have been depleted at the Gourikwa and Ankerlig gas turbines leading to the shutdown of the power stations.

“The Drakensberg and Palmiet pumped storage schemes, which use water to generate electricity, havereducedoutputasaresultofdepleted water reserves.

“A further 1 000 mW of capacity is offline after three coal-powered unitstrippedlastnightduetotechnical faults.”

Brian Bilton, a senior technical adviser for the Electrical ContractorsAssociation,saidlevelthreewas “the worst possible scenario”.

“All they need to do now is switch off the entire South Africa,” said the adviser.

Eskom warned that stage three load shedding would run from 6 am until 10 pm and again from 8 am until 10 pm, to build up reserves for the

week ahead.

“Consumers can help alleviate pressure from the system by reducing their electricity usage as much as they can.

“Eskom has also asked major customers to contribute by reducing their usage by 10 percent.

“Our objective for load shedding this week is to fill the pumped storage dams, fill diesel tanks and undertake essential maintenance.

Our aspiration after that is to avoid load shedding if at all possible until mid-January,” chief executive

Tshediso Matona said.

“Unfortunately we cannot guarantee this but we will put in every effort over the festive season to avoid interruptions,” he added.

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Six nabbed in raid

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EMBERSofHillcrestSAPSdetectivebrancharrestedfivemenfollowing a raid under the supervision of the acting branch commander, captain S. P. Mkhize in the Upper Highway area last week.

According to SAPS communications officer Ndumiso Manqele one man was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and was arrested.

He said the firearm was recovered andwillbeforwardedtotheballistics unit for examination in order to establish whether it was used in other criminal incidents.

The second suspect was arrested for assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Three other men were arrested for housebreak-in and stolen property to the value of R6 000 was also recovered.

“The station commander commended the detectives for their good work and the arrests,” he added.

>> Police clamp down on offenders

Members of the SAPS conducting the raid in the Upper Highway area.

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Two arrested for unlicensed firearms KALISHA NAICKER

Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com MPUMALANGA police and Pinetown TacticalResponseTeamwereconducting their operations in the Mpumalanga area last week when they arrested two suspects for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

According to provincial police spokesperson major Thulani Zwane, members followed up information about illegal firearms in the area and went to an identified target.

“The first suspect (27), who is a tavern owner, was arrested after his tavern was raided.

“A 9mm pistol with 48 live rounds was seized and is believed to be used in robberies in the Upper Highway area.

“The recovered 9mm pistol was takenduringtherobberyatHammersdale in September.

“The second suspect (28) was arrested at his house at Georgedale where a 9mm pistol was found,” he said.

All recovered firearms will be sent for ballistic tests to establish if they were used in any other crimes in the province.

Thearrestedsuspectswillappearin the Mpumalanga Magistrate’s Court soon.

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Mmamonnye Ngobeni commended the members on their recoveries.

“We will continue these operations throughout the festive season,” she said.

Car slams into truck, three injured THREE men were injured after a car slammed into the side of a truck on Old Richmond Road near Hillcrest last week.

ER24 spokesperson Russel Meiring said, “On arrival of ER24 paramedics, they found a light motor vehicle partially wedged beneath a scrap metal truck which sat in the middle of the road.”

“Paramedics were relieved to find that the three occupants of the light motor vehicle had sustained only minor injuries.”

The emergency workers removed the passengers from the vehicle and treated them for their injuries before transporting them to Hillcrest Hospital for further observations said the paramedic.

“It is understood the collision was caused by the truck performing a Uturn in front of the light motor vehicle.

None of the occupants of the truck sustained any injuries,” added Meiring.

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Life imprisonment for Shongweni murderers KALISHA NAICKER

Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com THE Durban High Court sentenced four men to life imprisonments for murder and robbery, on Friday last week.

According to Hillcrest SAPS communications officer constable N. Manqele the incident occurred on 7 Novemner 2013.

“Police received a tip-off of a robbery in Shongweni. On arrival, police found two bodies of an elderly couple, Mr and Mrs Noble, who were robbed and killed in their house,” he said.

“The case docket was assigned toconstableS.K.Ntembeandlater that day he recovered the motor vehicle which belonged to the couple.”

Further investigation by constable Ntembe along with members of Hillcrest Field Unit and Shongweni K9 led to the arrest of four men alleged to be involved in the crime.

Suabonna Xaba, Philani Shange, Scelo Matabane and Khuliskani Mathonsi appeared at the Durban High Court and sentenced to two life imprisonments each.

“Stolen items such as a motor vehicle, household appliances, compressor and cutting torch, jewellery and clothing were also recovered.”

“The management and staff commend the detectives for working diligently on this case to allow justice to be served,” added Manqele.

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Does my cat have Aids?

FELINE Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is the causative agent for feline Aids. Your cat may acquire this disease from fighting with an infected cat or as a kitten born to the mother cat that is infected.

This virus is very slow-acting and may take years before any signs are seen. One of the presenting symptoms is often smelly breath or your

cat not wanting to eat. This may be because the mouth or gums are inflamed (stomatitis and gingivitis).

If your cat is diagnosed with this condition it is not a death sentence and no, you cannot contract Aids from your cat.

Withtheproperdietandsymptomatic treatment for secondary infections should they arise, your cat can

most surely live a happy life for many years to come.

ManypeopleconfuseFIVwithFeline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV). Both diseases cause similar symptoms suchasstomatitis/gingivitis(inflammation of the gums) and are transmitted in a very similar way, but they are not the same. FeLV, like FIV also reduces the cat’s immunity making them susceptible to other infections.

However, they may also cause tumours/cancer in infected cats.

These cats, if not treated early, may

Light up the night KALISHA NAICKER

KEEP Kloof Beautiful (KKBA) in con-

junction with CC&A Insurance Brokers will once again be bringing Christmas cheer to the neighbourhood with their, “Light up the night” spectacular from 16 to 20 December at 1 Old Main Road Kloof.

According to Sandra Wickee of KKBA, the organisation has always admiredthefestivecheerbyCC&AInsurance Brokers by decorating their building yearly during the festive period.

However, this year, KKBA approached CC&A Insurance Brokers

and they decided to join forces to make 2014 festivities bigger and better.

“This year there will be a Christmas in the park atmosphere at CC&A Insurance Brokers, as the gardens will be decked out in beautiful Christmas lights, with a father Christmas to entertain they little ones,” said Wickee.

In addition, there will be a jumping castle, live music and face painting available free of charge.

“The entrance to this ‘light up the night’spectacularisfree,howeverwe will have a donation box at the entrance for anyone that wants to drop

result in rapid spread of the virus and a most certain death of your beloved pet.

The test for feline FIV is quick and simple.

A small sample of blood is taken from your cat, and the results are known within 10 minutes.

Soifyouseesores/ulcers/redgums in your cat’s mouth, or if your cat seems to be getting sick more often than usual, be sure to make an appointment with your local vet to test for this disease.

Gillian Lewis of CC&A switching on the lights for the “light up the night” spectacular.

a few rands in,” she said.

“All donations will be used by the KKBA to maintain the sterling work that we are doing in the community,” she said.

Wickeeurgedresidentstotreatthe family to an evening of old school Christmas cheer at CC&A. “Bring a picnic basket, have a drink and relax with the kids. Let’s make this an event to remember,” she added.

The event runs from 16 to 20 December at 1 Old Main Road Kloof from 6.30pm to 8pm.

For more information contact Sandra Wickee on 031 764 1830.

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Awarding excellence >> Family stores scoop podium positions

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014 has been a very successful year for Watercrest Mall family owned stores Waterfall Super SPAR and Petwise Waterfall, who both scooped top prizes at the regional awards ceremony held in Durban.

SPAR walked away with two awards for Most Improved Superspar 2014 and Most Improved Spar Tops 2014 at the Spar Regional Awards.

Petwise won the award for Franchise of the year 2014, a Gold Standard and Award went to Fabiola ShinkaiCook for effort, initiative and creativity.

In addition Petwise also won the Highest Growth in Hills Special Care category while Terianne Martins got an award for one of the top most enthusiasticstafftowardstheEnkanubaNourished Programme.

WaterfallSuperSPAR'SShaunQuin said he was ecstatic winning the prestigiousawards."Iamtotallyecstaticthat wewon. Thiswasnerve-rackingexperience.

"This award really proves that our store is on the right track to be one of the best SPAR stores in the group. We are making positive changes to our community," Quin added.

A chuffed Petwise owner Desiré Rees said that she bases her business on

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From left: Anne Vewas, Tereanne Martins, Fabiola Shinkai-Cook, Waterfall Super Spar’s Shaun Quin, Petwise Waterfall owner Desiré Rees, Nokwanda Ndawonde and Patrick Ntombela. excellent customer service.

"We're honored to be recognised by the panel for all our efforts," she said.

"These are exciting times for us at Petwise. We will continue to strive for betterment, drive sales and ultimately serve the customer's interests in an extraordinary way."

Molweni resident Nokuthula Hadebe said she loves shopping at Waterfall Superspar, because it offers a range of

products and the workers know how to treat customers.

"The store is huge, with lots things to choose from and their food is always fresh. I think they deserve these awards," said Hadebe.

For more information on the stores’ awards or for their latest specials contact: Waterfall Superspar on 031 762 1840 or Watercrest Petwise on 031 763 1051/ 031 762 4831.

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Molweni gets hospital on wheels >> Community welcomes development

MEC Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo seen at the launch of the Mobile Hospital.

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EMBERS of the Molweni communitywelcomedthe much-needed Primary Healthcare Mobile Hospital to the area this week.

Speaking to the Fever, the health department’s Desmond Motha said that this Mobile Primary Healthcare Hospital will have a far-reach and positive impact on many people’s lives.

“Through these mobile hospitals, we are able to traverse the mountains and valleys throughout the province, the department intends providing access to quality health care to communities in informal settlements, in the farms as

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well as pension pay points,” he said.

“In the Molweni area, where the mobile hospital will be docked for three weeks. Areas that will be served include Lower Molweni, Nogxaza and Madumeni.”

Motha said that the mobile hos-

pital comes with qualified personnel and is equipped to offer a full comprehensive Primary Health Care (PHC) package with state-ofthe-art medical equipment like as x-ray machines, ultrasound machine, blood pressure and blood sugar machines as well as three

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consulting rooms, amongst other features.

“Alongside this mobile hospital, there is also a separate truck that will always be attached with four consulting rooms consisting of equipment to perform medical male circumcision (MMC) procedures,” he added.

The KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo was pleased with the initiative and said thatitwillgoalongwayinrelieving health care in the province.

“As the KZN province, we have to work hard harder than other provinces as we are regarded as theepicentreforHIVandAIDS,Tuberculosis(TB),highmaternaland child mortality, as well as an alarming and ever-increasing incidence of non-communicable diseases,” said the MEC. “It is thus in that spirit that the delivery of this all important mobile hospital should be understood.Ourmissionistoensurethat communities in all corners of our province do have access to quality healthcare.”

The MEC added, “Let us all never lose sight of the very key objective which is about a long and healthy life for all of us. The time hascomeforallofustotakeownership of our health.”

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Let there be light STEPH MCLENNAN fevercolumns@gmail.com

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OWER up your generators, South Africans, light your candles, and revel with Eskom employees as they prepare to spend their presumably inflated bonuses on lighting up the lives of their loved ones. Purveyors of generators, candles and emergency contraceptives rejoice, for South Africa has, once again, been plunged into the darkness of incompetence.

I, unfortunately am not on the Christmas invitation list of any Eskom cadre, and had to make plans to skip the country this festive season to avoid a dark and dreary Christmas.

The burning question on my cuts essential”, Andrew’s job is power grid, I would like to propose mind is this: with no lights, little tougher than that of the Public Re- that load shedding provides the hope and the nation’s pot of gold lations Officer for Malaysia Air- perfect opportunity to get that Christmas shopping done. firmly in the pockets of the afore- lines.

Withtheuseofbatteryoperated I have heard several of my mentioned Eskom bosses, can we still call ourselves a rainbow na- friends and acquaintances won- cell phones, tablets and the like, dering what to do when the lights you can buy presents for your tion?

Christmas is purported to be a go out. The notion of going out- friends, loved ones and little dartime of good cheer, love and for- doors is foreign to many of us who lings online, avoiding the chaos of giveness. With that in mind, cast cannot afford properties with gar- load-shedded shopping centres and dodging the your thoughts WITH NO LIGHTS, LITTLE HOPE AND THE NA- need to attach a and prayers this cattleprodtoyour December to EsTION’S POT OF GOLD FIRMLY IN THE POCKETS OF chest to navigate kom spokesman Andrew Etz- THE AFOREMENTIONED ESKOM BOSSES, CAN WE the throngs of frivolous festive inger.

STILL CALL OURSELVES A RAINBOW NATION? spenders driving Possibly the themselves furmost hated South African by his fellow countrymen dens, given that our public areas ther into debt in time to make of all colours and creeds not in pos- are oft invaded by litter, whoonga- short-lived New Years resolutions session of a generator, Andrew is addled vagrants and hoards of with regards to their finances.

Loadsheddingisaboutasmuch wellknownastheharbingerofbad seasonal visitors from Gauteng.

In order to prevent a massive fun as giving a plump politician a news, poor excuses and political baloney. With repeated catch number of infants screaming their full-body massage.

But, be grateful for the little phrases like “plants out of serv- way into the world next Spring and ice”, “technical error” and “power adding to the woes of the ailing things - at least we can still braai.

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Child Welfare South Africa (KZN) addresses death of three-year-old Jamie Naidoo THE horrific death of three-year-old Jamie Naidoo has cast the spotlight on the shocking incidences of child abuse that we, in Child Welfare movement, face on a daily basis.

There has been wide scale condemnation and with it the apportioning of blame. If there is blame to be apportioned, then we as a community in general should take collective responsibility.

This death shows the wanton deprivation thatisprevalentwithinthesocietyandneedfor collective effort.

This case has also highlighted the plight that the Child and Family Welfare Societies face with regards to insufficient funding to fulfill its mandate.

The funding that societies receive by way of Subsidy from the KwaZulu-Natal Department ofSocialDevelopmentrangesbetween47to52 percent of the organisation’s operating costs.

The deficit has to be met through fundraising initiatives. This issue has been raised on numerous platforms both provincially and nationally with little or no success.

The Child Welfare Societies are volunteer driven and it is through the selfless service of thesechildwelfareactiviststhatthesesocieties are able to operate under trying circumstances.

The death of young Jamie Naidoo and other childrenaroundthecountryshouldbetheclarion call for us to act by volunteering our services to Child and Family Welfare organisations in our areas.

As we observed 16 days of no violence against women and children, we remembered those that have tragically lost their lives due to abuse.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Jamie Naidoo and the community.

Child Welfare South Africa - KZN

Keep ‘Screamer’ on longer FOR years our national soccer team has been the subject of ridicule simply because it failed to make us proud.

At times Bafana Bafana would fail to qualify for international showpieces and at other times they would be knocked out in the early stages of any such prestigious tournament, making the rest of us feel a little less patriotic about our boys.

But it seems as if we have finally turned the corner after successfully qualifying for next year’s Afcon.

SoIwouldliketocongratulateMashabaand the boys for the great form that they have displayed ever since Screamer was introduced to the side.

Qualifying is the first step and the boys still have a long road ahead when the tournament kicks off next year January.

Theroadtothefinalswillnotbesmoothsailing for them but I am certain that all of us will be behind them all the way.

My request from my fellow countrymen is, regardless of the boys’ performance next year, earlyknockout,orallowingthetitletoslipfrom our fingers, could we, this time around, please allow Screamer Shabalala to stay on longer as the national coach?

Can we please build a lasting relationship with our coach and not rush to call for his replacement if Bafana Bafana’s performance next year is not to our satisfaction?

JJ Thompson

Feeling the beat of the music >> Open strings brings back the ‘sound’ to Durban KALISHA NAICKER

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PEN Strings is the brain child of Kloof couple Rod and Karen Nichols which is a music venue that runs from a B&B on Fields Hill called Villa Brae.

The venue has been created to provide a very unique setting whereby music and other events of all types can be held. As the B&B (Villa Brae) only has four double suites available, the couple found it necessary to create alternate revenue streams in order to make the Villa Brae business more sustainable.

The venue has several very unique areas that are available for functions. These areas include a top deck suitable for functions of up to 40 people, the lower deck and amphitheatre that can accommodate up to 150 people and the pool area is ideal for summer functions, market set-ups and small festival type functions that could handle even more people.

Villa Brae has a liquor licence and a full cash bar is available for functions. They are also registered with SAMRO and SAMPRA for music licencing. They also provide dinners and food as an option for people attending the events.

Food is either cooked on-site or outside caterers are utilised depending on the requirement.

To date Open Strings has held many music soirees with great SA artists such as Jesse Clegg, PJ Powers, Chris Chameleon, Ard Matthews, Arno Carstens, Albert Frost, Wendy Oldfield, Robin Auld, Nibs van der Spuy, Guy Buttery, Farryl Purkiss, to name a few.

Open Strings has been creating momentum in the music circles, and they are now often approached by the artists and their management directly to book the venue.

Open Strings hosts “Big Name SA Artists” (Jesse Clegg etc.). These events are heldatleastonceamonthbutcanbemore frequent and are subject to artist availability within the KZN region.

Most musicians tour frequently and will contact Rod and Karen to perform when they are in the region.

Attendance at these events can range between 50 and 150 people depending on theartistperforming.Theseeventsalsoincorporate a well known local artist as the opening act. To date they have held over 36 such events and have had over 50 artists performing at Open Strings. They also have had over 4000 people attend these events since inception.

Speaking to the Fever, Rod said his aim is to bring back music to KZN. “At our events the main artist usually stays overnight at Villa Brae on the night of the event

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as part of their performance package,” he said.

“These events are extremely personal and sound and engineering are of the highest quality to ensure the best possible experience for both artists and audience members alike. We also employ a professional photographer at all events to ensure that we have a continuous stream of photos and videos of all performances.”

Events usually cost between R120 and R250 per ticket with an additional cost of R70 for dinner.

Events currently hosted at Open Strings: Open Strings Burger, Beer and “WellknownLocalKZNArtists”(BarryThomson,

Rod and Karen Nichlos with Jesse Klegg and Richard Orneat at Open Strings.

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The Kickstands, Toneless, Mike Simons, etc.). This format is a new one and the duo have only held five of these functions to date. They will take place from this point onwards, every Saturday from 1pm until 5pm. After 5pm the stage is opened up toallattendingmusiciansandanOpenMic format takes place until the early night.

The cost of entrance to these events is R90 which includes a saucy burger, chips, a quart of beer (or glass of wine) and the music.

Open Strings Comedy Nights - comedy nights feature local KZN and SA Stand-up Comedians (i.e. Jem Atkins from On-Fire productions is sub-contracted to secure the best comedians available).

This is also a brand new concept and only one such event has taken place to date. Currently these will be scheduled at one comedy event per month. However as theformatisanextremelypopularone,the frequency of the comedy night is likely to increase in the coming months to two per month with a possibility of one being held per week by mid 2015. Cost is R130 which includes a burger and chips on the night.

Inadditiontotheaboveevents,theyalso hold special events for private parties or corporate events on request.

Open Strings is also currently organising a guitar workshop that will be held over a weekend early at the start of 2015 and will provide young up and coming guitarists with an opportunity to learn tips and techniques from local musicians.

The format will be a mini festival and will be headed up by Barry Thomson and Rod will incorporate an acoustic and electric week-end.

To find out more about Open Strings or Villa Brae contact Rod or Karen at 082 653 3948.

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HE Kloof conservancy are always thinking innovatively and looking for new opportunities to make nature accessible to all.

Their ‘back-to-nature’ events, guided walks for pupils in Krantzkloof Nature Reserve, the Molweni River Health Schools Project and the outreach projects are all examples of ways the conservancy has tried to get the environmental message to a broader audience and work with its motto of, “protecting nature, inspiring change”.

In their latest innovation, the Kloof Conservancy launched a BioGuide.

This project aims to enhance the visitor experience of Krantzkloof Nature Reserve by providing reserve specific information through the use of QR Code technology.

According to Paolo Candotti, chairman of the conservancy, the QR Codes are essentially digital images which are captured by the camera on a digital mobile device and then software on the device accesses a website with information about a feature, mammal, tree, bird etc.

“QR Code Labels were introduced in the Durban Botanical Gardens earlier this year as a project to label trees but we understand that this project is a first for an Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife reserve and possibly a first for any nature reserve in South Africa,” he said.

“The project takes the concept developed at the Durban Botanical Gardens to a new level with the following exclusive features: access to our own dedicated Kloof Conservancy BioGu-

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He added that the project was initiated in April this year and during November, six trial QR Code labels were installed on the Mpithi, Molweni and Beacon Trails and one at the Nkutu Picnic Site. The project team will monitor usage and visitor response andafurther20labelsareplannedfor 2015.

Paolo thanked the project team that worked at record pace (the project was only initiated in April this year) to achieve this result - Hilary Mclernan, honorary officer - text research and compilation, Bruce Crouch, Kloof Conservancy – site inspections,labellayout/design,manufacture and installation, Jared Crossley, Kloof Conservancy – software and website design.

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ide website – this enables us to use local information thus making the information more relevant and interesting to visitors.

“Use of responsive software which automatically adjusts the photographs and text to suit any mobile device – this means that you to not have to adjust your screen text size as the

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“And in our endeavours to reach a new audience and broaden the appealofthereserve,visitorscanswitch from English to isiZulu at the tap of a finger.”

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AKINGyourveryownChristmas decorations can be simple and cost effective.

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These canes are virtually indestructible (and they make excellent gifts).

What you will need: * two skeins of DMC Pearl Cotton, one red and one white * Scissors * Red pipe cleaners * 1/2" to 5/8" ribbon How to make it - Open a skein of cotton and snip the loop at each end so you have two bunches; repeat with the other skein.

Take one red bunch and one white bunch and tie them together into a single knot around the end of a pipe cleaner.

To make the stripes, twist the two colors around the pipe cleaner and

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A beaded gift collection SOMETIMES a simple idea is all it takes to check off most of the people on your child's gift list.

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Twist together the two ends, and the strand is ready to shape into a star, a candy cane, or another festive object.

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The completed gammon dish ready to serve.

* 1.5kg deboned gammon * 1 large ginger ale * 5cm root ginger, peeled and sliced *2 bay leaves *1tablespoonblackpeppercorns * 1 bruised parsley stalk * Glaze 1/2 cup lime marmalade three pears, cut into quarters (do not core or peel) cloves METHOD:

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9. Place the quartered pears around the base of the ham and brush them with the marmalade.

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IPS to eating healthy when eating out * As a beverage choice, ask for water or order fat-free or low-fat milk, unsweetened tea, or other drinks without added sugars. * Ask for wholewheat bread for sandwiches. * In a restaurant, start your meal with a salad packed with veggies, to help control hunger and feel satisfied sooner. * Ask for salad dressing to be served on the side. Then use only as much as you want. * Choose main dishes that include vegetables, such as stir fries, kebobs, or pasta with a tomato sauce. * Order steamed, grilled, or broiled dishes instead of those that are fried or sautéed. * Choose a small” or “medium” portion. This includes main dishes, side dishes, and beverages. * Order an item from themenuinsteadheadingforthe“all-you-caneat” buffet.

If main portions at a restaurant are larger than you want, try one of these strategies to keep from overeating: * Order an appetizer-sized portion or a side dish instead of an entrée. * Share a main dish with a friend. *If you can chill the extra food right away, take leftovers home in a “doggy bag.” * When your food is delivered, set aside or pack half of it to go immediately. * Resign from the “clean your plate club” when you’ve eaten enough, leave the rest.

To keep your meal moderate in calories, fat, and sugars: * Ask for salad dressing to be served “on the side” so you can addonlyasmuchasyou want. * Order foods that do not have creamy sauces or gravies Add little or no butter to your food. * Choose fruits for dessert most often. * On long commutes or shopping trips, pack some fresh fruit, cut-up vegetables, low-fat string cheese sticks, or a handful of unsalted nuts to help you avoid stopping for sweet or fatty snacks.

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Highway’s quilt teachers excel S

EVEN talented quilt teachers from the Highway area have successfully completed the national Quilt Teachers’ accreditation course, a brand qualification for quilt teachers introduced this year by the South African Quilters’ Guild.

The awarding of certificates and badges for their qualification will take place at the SA National Quilt Festival to be held at Kearsney College from 3 to 7 July 2015.

The course involved 10 months of study

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FEVER Highway’s newly accredited quilt teachers with their assignments on display at Sew Many Things, their ‘home’ quilt shop in Oxford (Heritage) Market Old Main Road, Hillcrest. Back row Sue Cameron, Carol Hodsdon, Wendy MacLeod, May-Gene Terblanche, Tiiu Excell. Front row Cheryl Bauermeister and Viv Christianson.

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in four theory subjects as well as skills assessments in a variety of practical skills, with a demanding pass mark of 80%.

VanessaWernig,managerandco-owner of Sew Many Things, a popular quilt teaching venue in the Oxford (Heritage) Market said, “We’re so lucky to have this wealth of teaching talent in our area. This achievement is proof of the quality of both their quilting and their teaching skills”.

“Their assignment projects will be on display at Sew Many Things until Christmas.”

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Bringing the beats to New Beach IN partnership with Hunters eXtreme, Aquafest is back on the Durban beachfront for the second time this year, turning up the heat at New Beach on Saturday 20 December from 2pm to 2am.

An array of 30 Durban deejays together with Euphonik, Roger Goode, Pascal and Pearce, HHF, Mark Stent, Paul Bingham, Warren G, Ameeth Shah and Ryan The DJ will be spinning the decks and bringing on the bling on

the Golden Mile.

Ask any of the 12 000 party people who attended the last couple of Aquafest parties and you’ll realise that this is the place to be for the ultimate holiday blast.

Look out for three dance areas the VIP, house and main stage dance floor - each with a state-of-the art sound and lighting set-up.

The first 500 early-bird general tickets will cost R100 and the first 200

VIP tickets will be R200.

If one misses that boat, then tickets cost R175 for general access and R300 for a VIP ticket.

So get to Computicket now so as not to miss out.

Please note that Aquafest is only open to over 18s.

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Ryan Nair (Ryan the DJ), Zekhethelo Mpungose, Jit C Jits (Big Bad Wolf), Joy-lee Burns, Ameeth Shah, Kelly Summer, Aman – DJ Monstrosity and Jamie-lee Harris.

A tail wagging success

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Andy Smook, Claire Turner, Sahara Mandalal, Sheene Venske and Claire Kay.

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HE anticipated Robin Hood Foundation’s ‘Wag-A-Tail’ campaign in conjunction with the Inanda Dog Project and Health Nutrition pet food manufacturer, Royal Canin, took place last month.

About 15 excited volunteers ar-

rived at the Robin Hood Foundation’s storage facility to load almost four tons of donated dog food into their vehicles before making their way to Inanda under the supervision of Jenny Konigkramer, founder of the Inanda Dog Project.

“Konigkramer’s work with animals in this community has been remarkable,’’ said Kim Griffith Jones,

coordinator of the Robin Hood Foundation.

“For the past three years Jenny and her assistant, Ann Hlope, have been feeding, deworming, sterilizing and, when necessary, taking animals for treatment, and there is noticeable difference in the health and the behaviour of the dogs.’’

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ing to Konigkramer educating the ownersonhowtocare for their animals has played a major role in her project.

“Manyowners are not aware of the ‘dos and don’ts’ when it comes to caring for an animal and they have embraced the knowledge and are so grateful for the much needed food,’’ she says.

The Royal Canin team were hands on throughout the morning loving the animals, chatting to the owners and ensuring that the right foodfortheageandsizeofthedogwas distributed.

“The food is scientifically formulated for the age, size and breed of the dog, and it is important that. Where ever possible, the right food and the right amount is given,’’ said Claire Kay, area sales manager for Royal Canin.

The Robin Hood Foundation thanked Jenny Konigkramer, Royal

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Jackie Houston and Kim Griffith Jones from the RHF with a puppy from the Inanda area.

Canin, Brigit Filmer Spa & Skin, Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy, Sprout Consulting, Setzkorn Health and Wealth, their dedicated volunteers and committee members and everyone who donated dog food, for making this campaign a tail wagging success.

Sheene Venske from Royal Canin with a puppy from the Inanda area.

Cindy Norcott chairlady of the Robin Hood Foundation with the teacher and children from the Mzobe Creche.

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The tour to Singapore and Malaysia takes place in April next year and 30 hockey, netball andtennisplayersfromGrade11willbepartici-

pating. The tour happens every four years and according to St Mary’s sports director, Jan Nicklin, it is a fantastic opportunity and experience for everyone participating.

“St Mary’s sport’s vision is ‘success through participation’ which allows each girl the chance to develop and excel, and is in line with the school’s core belief that education should be holistic,’’ said Nicklin.

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“We asked each of the moms on the fundraising committee to decorate a table and every table looked unique and beautiful,’’ said Debbie Cameron, committee member and parent.

Cindy Norcott, owner of Pro-Appointments, founder and chairlady of the Robin Hood Foundation and author of the book entitled ‘How to Be Unstoppable’ was the guest speaker for the event and the topic was ‘How to Make 2015, Your Best Year Ever’.

Her plan of action to achieve this included – to be the happiest person she knows because, in her opinion, happy people are opportunity thinkers.

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KUBEKEZELA nothando yikho okwenza uMnuz Colman Zondi (32), odabuka KwaNqetho, KwaNgcolosi, ukuba afunde ukubhaka amakhekhe ayinhlobo nhlobo, esitolo sakwa-Bread Ahead esidayisa amakhekhe, yizinkwa nokunye.

Ngesikhathi intatheli yeFEVER ivakashele amahhovisi akwa-Bread Ahead,enxanxatheleniyezitolo, eLillies Quarters, eHillcrest, ifice, uMnuz Colman, ematasatasa ebhaka amakhekhe. Okuhle ngale nsizwa wukuthi yafika kulesi sitolo ingumsebenzi okilinayo kodwa yabe isicela uMnuz Stanley Chibatwa, ongumbhaki ukuba ayifundisa ukubhaka ukuze nayo ibe nekhono empilweni.

Uthe: “Ngifike kwa-Bread Ahead, ezinyangeni eziyi-9 ezedlule, umnikazi wesitolo wayengiqashele ukuthi ngikiline isitolo, kodwa ngaba nothando lokubhaka amakhekhe, ngacele omunye wozakwethu ukuthi angifundise, kwaba ukuqala kwami,” kusho uMnuz Zondi.

Uthe waqala ngokufunda ukubhaka amakhekhe amancane bese wad-

lulela kwamakhulu. “Ikhekhe lokuqala engalibhaka elaziwa ngokuthi yi-doughnut, bese kwaba ama-slices ngadlulela kuma- custart slices nama khekhe amakhulu,” kusho yena.

Uqhube wathi umuntu omgqugquzela kakhulu kulo msebenzi awenzayo, umphathi wakhe uMnuz Eddie Kennedy, ngoba ungumuntu othanda ukubona abanye bejabule futhi befunde izinto ezintsha empilweni. “Umphathi wami ungumuntu onothando futhi ongenawo umona, uma ebona ukuthi unothando lokwenzaumsebenziothile,uyaqinisekisa ukuthi ukunikeza ithuba lokuthi uwufunde.”

Uthe usemusha kulo msebenzi wokubhaka njengoba enezinyanga ezimbili nje kuphela ebhaka, okusho ukuthi kuningi asazokufunda.

Uthe: “Maningi amakhekhe ekufanele ngiwafunde, futhi ngizimisele ukuthi kushaye izinyanga ezimbalwa sengiwazi ngoba loluthando lokubhka lukhula zinsuku zonke,” kusho umfo kaZondi.

UMnuz Eddie Kennedy, ongumnikazi wesitolo uthe, uMnuz Zondi wangimangaza ngesikhathi ethi ucela ukufunda ukubhaka.

Uthe:“Ngamangala ngimboona

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ethatha isinyathelo sokufunda ukubhaka,futhingingumutuothandaukunikaabanyeamathubaokwenzaizint ezinhle empilweni, ngakho ngacela uMnuzChibatwaongumbhakiukuthi afundise uMnuz Zondi.”

“Yize enezinyanga ezimbili nje kuphela ebhaka, kodwa ngendlela abhaka kahle ngayo, ngathi kade waqala ukubhaka, wenza umsebenzi omuhle,” kusho uMnuz Kennedy.

Uqhube wathi isitolo sakhe sibhaka ngendlela ehlukile kunezinye izitolo zakwa-Bread Ahead ngoba bazimele.

Uthe: “Kuningi okutholakala kule sitolo njengoba sizimele. Esikhathini esiningi isizwe esimnyama yisona esingixhasa kakhulu, bathenga ngemali enkulu uma bezoba nemicimbi okusho ukuthi bayayithanda into enhle. Ngiyabonga kakhulu kubo bonke abangixhasayo,” kusho yena.

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UMnuz Shaun Quin, ongumnikazi wakwa-Super Spar, uthe lesi sitolo sasungulwa nguyise, yingakho enza konke okusemandleni ukuthi kube yisitolo esidlula bonke oSpar KwaZulu-Natal. Uthe: Lo mncintiswano ubungenelwe yibo bonke oSpar baKwaZulu-Natal, okuhle wukuthi sathutha sangena endaweni entsha eWatercrest Mall, kuwo lonyaka, okwaphoqeleka ukuba sakhiwe kabusha. Uthe: “Sithole izindondo ezimbili ze-Most Improved Superspar 2014 ne-Most Improved Spar Tops 2014 kuma- Spar Regional Awards.

Lokhu kukhombisa umphakathi ukuthi uSpar wase-Waterfall bangawethemba ngaso sonke isikhathi futhi sinakekela amakhasimende

Kwesokunxele uMnuz Des Quin nendodana yakhe uMnuz Shaun Quin abathole izindondo ezimbili kumncintiswano ongenelwa izitolo zakwa-Spar KwaZulu-Natal

ethungayoyonkeintoabayidingayo,” kusho uMnuz Quin.

Uqhube wathi umncintiswano ubungelula njengoba bebeqhudelana nazo zonke izitolo zakwaSpar zakulesi sifunda.

Uthe: “Umncintiswano ubunzima ngoba kunezitolo zakwaSpar engizaziyo ukuthi beziwubheke ngabomvu lo mklomelo kodwa amajaji abona ukuthi isitolo sethu yisona esifanele

sithole lezi ndondo.”

“U-Super SPAR wase-Waterfall uzoqhubeka nokuba yisitolo somphakathi futhi kusekuningi okuzokwenziwa ukuze amakhasimende ethu ehlale ejabulile,” kusho yena.

UNkk Nokuthula Hadebe, waseMolweni, osebenzela eWaterfall, uthe kubo bonke oSpar abaziyo akaze awubone onezinto zonke ezidingwa ngakhasimende.

Uthe: “Abasebenzi bayakwazi ukunakekelea amakahsimende abo, futhi sithola yonke into esiyidingayo.

Ngiyabahalalisela ngezindondo abazitholile,” kusho uNkk Hadebe.

UNkk Desiré Rees ongumnikazi wesitolo sakwaPetwise eWaterfall, okuyisitolo sesibili saseWatercrest Mall, esithole izindondo nezitifiketi zabasebenzi abenze kahle. UNkk Rees uthe lo mncintiswano ubungenelwe izitolo zakwa Petwise, wathi okumjabulisa kakhulu wukuthi isitolo sakhe kusale kancane ukuthi sibuye nayo yonke imiklomelo. Uthe “U-Petwise wase-Waterfall, uthole imiklomelo wokuba isitolo esidlula zonke zakwa-Petwise ngo-2014, obizwa ngokuthi, yi-Franchise of the year 2014, uNks Fabiola ShinkaiCook, ongumsebenzi uhlonishwe ngendondo yegolide ngokuba wumsebenzi ozimiselayo, okhuthele futhi onezinhlelo eziphusile ngaso sonke isikhathi, U-Petwise uphinde wathola isitifiketi sokuba yisitolo esikhule ngendlela emangalisayo ngaphansi kwesigaba esithi-Hills Special Care bese uNks Terianne Martins, ongum-

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sebenzi walesi sitolo wathola indondo yokuba ngumsenzi ozikhandlayo kuhlelo olibizwa ngokuthi yi-Enkanuba Nourished Programme,” kusho uNkk Rees.

Uqhube wathi uthando lomsebenzi wakhe nokukhuthalela amakhasimende, yikhona okwenze wathola imiphumela emihle.

Uthe: “Engikujabulela kakhulu wukuthi imisebenzi yethu emihle esiyenzakusukelauqalaunyakaiyabonakala, lokhu kufakazelwa izindondo.Lemiphumelaemihleigqugquzele abasebenzi ukuba besebenze kakhulu kunakuqala. Sizoqubeka nokuba yisitolo esenza kahle, esibhekelela amakhasimende ngaso sonke isikhathi. Siyabonga kubo bonke abasixhasayo ngoba ngaphandle kwenu ngabe asikho lapha,” kusho yena.

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NERTEC is owned by Greg de Ricquebourg, KZN’s go-to battery man for over 30 years.

He sees his new store as a way of converting his knowledge, passion and experience of the battery industry into relevant, quality products for his customers.

Having concluded a deal with the world’s biggest battery manufacturer, Johnson Controls, Enertec is now the soledistributorof Energizerautomotive and commercial batteries in Sub-Saharan Africa.

These fully-sealed batteries, made in Germany, are maintenance free and are made using the latest Power Frame battery technology.

Now available for a range of vehicles attheEnertecstorewithatwo-yearwarranty.

Also on sale are the mid-range European manufactured Enertec Batteries that come with an 18 month warranty.

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In an emergency, Enertec will fit the battery at your home in Upper Highway area, free of charge.

Enertec is also a sole African agent for the environmentally friendly Discover range of batteries.

These Deep Cycle batteries are fully sealed and can be charged from electrical or solar power.

The Deep Cycle batteries are often used in marine and leisure applications, I.E. for Game Lodges and Eco-Estates, large camping homes, yachts and large leisure boast, as well as Inverter/UPS systems.

They also have an exciting new range of tubular cell renewable energy batteries at amazing prices.

These batteries are specifically designed for daily deep discharge use and still giving a long service life.

Enertec also stocks sport utility batteries for everything from hunting lamps and fish finders to jet skis and quad bikes.

If that isn’t enough, Enertec is also a

DIY shop for 12V accessories, with a range of products for camping, boating, caravanning, including car kettles and battery powered hair dryers.

Enertec also stocks a range of jumper leads, battery chargers, torches, winches, emergency lamps, trailer fittings, solar-powered panels and products for 4x4 enthusiast.

They also have a great range of Inverters and emergency lights to fill the gap when Eskom turn off the power.

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FTER facing wet, windy and challenging conditions at the start of the fifth annualRideforRedCaplastweekend the 32 cyclists who rode the 620km from Johannesburg to Durban over two days enjoyed stunning weather for the second day of their endurance ride on Monday which saw the cyclists raise over R160 000 for the MRP Foundation.

Formerly known as the RedCap Foundation, the MRP Foundation is an organisation which aims to empower South Africa’s youth through its nationwide programmes in low-income communities focusing on health, education and employment.

Kelvin du Sart, Mr Price Sport Cycle Club chairman, was extremely proud of the cyclists com-

pleting the ride without incident and praised the way in which riders braved the conditions on the first day.

"The first day held tough conditions as it rained non-stop, but the guys still managed to finish an hour under time," Du Sart said.

"We took it easy today as everyone was tired from day one but we finished as a team.”

Craig Jones, five-time Ride for RedCap cyclist, highlighted the camaraderie between the cyclists saying, “a bunch of guys came together in the beginning, not knowing each other too well, and 620km later, are friends for life.

“This event is amazing for the MRP Foundation and we are really proud to be involved with such a worthwhile cause."

For more info about the MRP Foundation visit www.mrpfoun dation.org

After two tough days in the saddle riders were happy to have completed this year's Ride for Redcap endurance cycle in central Durban.

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2015 N3TC Drak Challenge Canoe Marathon FEVER REPORTER THE 22nd edition of N3TC Drak Challenge Canoe Marathon will take place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January, 2015, over 65km of the Upper Umzimkulu River from Castleburn Bridge to Early Mists Farm near Coleford.

The popular event, which is a month before the Dusi Canoe Marathon, attracts around 1000 paddlers to Underberg eager to enjoy the clean river, technical challenges of the numerous steep alpine rapids and the breathtaking scenery of the southern Drakensberg.

This year the event has been included on the International Canoe Federation's Classic Series, which is made up of some of the world's most popular river marathon races. Athletesnowhaveachancetoearnpoints towards the overall standings from the Drak Challenge, which is the first event on the 2015 ICF World Series.

Intandemwiththewell-supported canoe marathon, the Drak Descent MTB race will give mountain bikers the opportunity to ride trails through the valley close to the river. This year the MTB race has been extended to offer a new route down the entire second stage of the race, from Swart-

berg Road bridge to the finish at Early Mists farm.

The N3TC Drak Challenge has snowballed in popularity in recent years and attracts large numbers of supporters and family members keen to enjoy the wide range of leisure pursuits and tourist attractions in the region.

Gameplan Media will provide full media coverage of the event consisting of a series of preview features highlighting key individuals and aspectsoftherace,andadailyeventmedia service consisting of summarised results, full copy and high-resolution photographs.

2014 N3TC Drak Challenge champion Andy Birkett will be back to defend the K1 title that he won in a thrilling race with multiple world champion Hank McGregor. The 2015 N3TC Drak Challenge takes place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January 2015.

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The N3TC Drak Challenge 2014 starts on 24 January at Castleburn Bridge outside Underberg and finish-

es on 25 January at Early Mists Farm close to Coleford. More information can be found at www.drak.co.za