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CELEBRATING the life of an

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>> Even in death, the legacy lives on KALISHA NAICKER

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UNDREDS of people descended on the iconic Mandela capture site outside Howick to pay their tributes, celebrate the life and to lay flow-

ers at the memorial on Sunday.

Nelson Mandela died in his home in Johannesburg on Wednesday night (05 December 2013).

Mandela was arrested at the site in 1962, and faced charges of conspiracy to overthrow the gov-

ernment. He spent 27 years incarcerated before being freed.

Some mourners could not contain their emotions as they openly wept while others sang church hymns.

See page 6 for more

Mourners pay their respects at the capture site.

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OWDY youngsters and Hillcrest residents are coming to blows over a spate of postbox bombings in the area.

For the past six weeks — roughly since Guy Fawkes and Diwali — residents have been subjected to “sounds like ATM bombings”.

Now a reward of R3 500 has been put up for information that will help apprehend the rascals.

SA Can founder Brian Jones said the blowing up of postboxes in the Gillits and Winston Park suburbs has become a huge nuisance to the community.

“We havehadcomplaints of four postboxes being blown up in one night; 18 to 20 have been blown up to date.

“Most of these boxes are aluminium and can be extremely dangerous when blown to pieces.

“We thought this would pass as it started after Diwali and Guy Fawkes, but it had been consistent for the last six weeks,” said Jones.

“It is ridiculous to have to hear those postboxes being blown up; they sound like ATM bombings.”

Jones says it is no surprise anymore to get a call from residents saying ‘another postbox has been bombed’.

“Residents are are so fed-up with this and are so alert to the noise that they just know another postbox has been bombed,” said Jones.

It is estimated that postboxes worth R20 000 have been bombed thus far and the unruly youngsters, thought to be between the ages of 17 and 25, are still on the loose.

Jones said initially they had decided not to report it because they thought it would be a once-off incident.

“Once the Winston Park Neighbourhood Watchcame forward and asked for our assistance, we knew the severity of the issue and have since put out a reward of R3 500 for anyone who would have any leads.”

According to Jones, all information regard-

ing all incidents has been handed over to the police and victims have now started to open cases. “The Hillcrest police station has been great in assisting us and with their help we are hoping to make an arrest soon.”

Hayden Johnson, the community policing forum chairman for Winston Park, said residents have had enough of any kind of criminal activity taking place in the suburb.

Johnson said they have had remarkable support from other neighbourhood watch groups, who have pledged their support in catching the perpetrators.

Jones has urged community members or anyone who has any leads on the culprits to contact with him on 082 884 8024.

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PPER Highway residents are demanding that the parks and gardens deparment trim trees along Old Main Road after a large blue gum tree fell onto the motorway last week.

According to a motorist that did not want to be named, the tree fell at peak traffic time. It caused extensive damage to a vehicle and injured five people, all of whom had to be taken to hospital.

“The westbound lanes of the M13 were closed for about 20 minutes while members of the Gillitts Fire Department cut and cleared the tree from the traffic lanes. Old Main Road was closed for almost 2 hours while the

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parks department removed the rest of the tree,” said the motorist.

Ward councillor Rick Crouch said that he is aware of the incident and has asked the parks department to find a solution.

“These trees between Blue Gum Crescent and the pedestrian bridge on Old Main Road in Gillitts are constantly causing damage to vehicles that travel on Old Main Road, this tree falling over was the worst incident thus far,” he said.

“I have also witnessed large branches falling from the trees into traffic; I avoid this stretch of road if at all possible. I have asked the parks department to look into a solution and they have assured me that they would.”

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Durban residents ‘lock into Mandela’ at FEVER unusual tribute fence December 13, 2013

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YOUR VOICES THE death world icon, Dr Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on Thursday evening left many South Africans grieving. The Coastal Weekly, Ballito Fever, Durban North Fever and Hillcrest Fever took to the streets to find what people had to say about the passing of our first democratic president.

Sifiso Mkhize The passing of Tata Madiba has left me with great sadness. Mandela united all races in this country; if he had not done what he did for this country, we would not be where we are today.

Our children can now get a proper education and interact with different races. We bid him farewell.

Linda Mthembu u

What a great loss to the country.

Nobody will ever fill the shoes Mandela left behind. There will never be another Mandela. I am happy to have known a leader like him, to have been born while he was still alive.

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Nhlanhla Shabane looks at a heart made from locks at the Legacy Park in Morningside. People attached locks to show determination in keeping the legacy of Mandela alive.

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MHLABUNZIMA MEMELA A SOLEMN mood prevailed around Durban this weekend as people brought flowers and other items of significance to them, to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela.

A couple of months ago, resident Pat Coetzee got permission from the municipality touse a fence onthecornerofGordonandFlorida roads for the Lock into Mandela project.

People were encouraged to bring padlocks and hang them on the fence.

With the death of Mandela on Thursday evening, this became even more relevant for residents who wanted to show their respect for Madiba.

They came in numbers to lay flowers and other personal items along the fence.

A small white vest with the writing, “You gave us life, told us how to live. I love you,” showed the appreciation of the donor.

Coetzee himself placed his scarf in the South African flag colours on the fence. “If it wasn’t for him, we would not be here now,” said Coetzee, who was joined by his wife Sha, and their daughters Hannah, Chloe and Gabi.

Nancy Nangle, another resident, said, “Madiba was a noble. And we need to celebrate his life.

“Without him, we would not be here as the country.”

While placing his flowers near the Madiba legacy fence, Faizel Adam said people are now living in the greatest country in the world because of Mandela.

“We have lost the greatest legend that the world has even seen.”

The eThekwini Municipality placed a condolence book at the Durban City Hall and people lined up throughout the day to sign it.

Mandela was given the Freedom of the City in 1999. Mayor James Nxumalo said the people of Durban have a special relationship with Mandela.

“Tata cast his vote in the home of the founding president of the ANC, Dr Langalibalele Dube.

“And this was a very significant gesture to us in the city, making our beloved Inanda the birthplace of democracy,” said Nxumalo.

He said, “Madiba is the embodiment of peace, love and democracy, whose life has inspired generations throughout the world. And we will continue to walk on his footsteps.”

Religious and interfaith groups will hold a prayer memorial for Mandela at the Durban City Hall at a time to be announced.

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Mrs Mzoneli When I heard of Mandela’s death, I prayed. The sadness that filled my heart led me to praying that the Lord welcomes him with warmth.

When I first met Mandela, he welcomed me with so much love and warmth. We will always love him not only as our leader but as the father of this nation.

Chico Narainsamy Mandela brought me freedom, we are free because of him.

I am just afraid of what the country might become now that he is gone, although he freed us all there are still people oppressing us.

Mandela was a man of peace but the leaders of today are the opposite of what he was.

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Cry the beloved country MANY will remember February 1990 - I was in school and the principal declared the week Nelson Mandela was released from prison as a week of celebration.

He spent time at assembly every morning explaining the importance of his release and his role in our history. My parents also made it their duty to ensure we watched every news bulletin and documentary on his release.

At the age of nine, I could not comprehend what ‘freedom’ meant , but I knew Mandela must have been someone great if my parents were ‘forcing’ me to watch TV. This is probably the only time in my life I will watch the world mourn the passing of a man and for years to come people will be talking about what they were doing on the day Mandela died.

The Fever newsroom had the privilege of interacting with a number of readers who shared their grief with us (see page 6).

Madiba was not solely responsible for fighting for freedom and he said this many times, but I will always admire his ability to forgive and his unconditional love for this beautiful country.

South Africans are urged to keep his legacy alive by unifying and working together to ensure a better future for all.

For now, the country mourns.

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A life of honour and courage IT takes a human of saintly stature to forgive and embrace with love a system that incarcerated him for 27 years.

That same system destroyed the lives of countless people within the inner ranks and outside his movement.

It caused estrangement and eventually separation in two marriages, which prevented him from being a father to his own children because of the demands and the sacrifices required to achieve freedom, equality and justice.

Not once did he reflect any vindictiveness or hate, nor did he ask for the total replacement of the politicians, the security services or the civil servants involved in the active implemen-

tation and perpetuation of the apartheid monstrosity and its vile system of dehumanisation that eroded human liberty, displaced people from their legitimate lands and made them slaves in the land of their birth.

There was no anger, no malice, but there was inclusivity in a shared government even to the point of embracing the notorious security and intelligence services in the personal presidential protection unit.

Including segments of the old apartheid anthem into the new and donning the No. 6 jersey of a sport which is reflective of the apartheid elite to the dismay of millions who hated that symbolareexamplesofhisleadership.

He showed class, humanity and determination.

Never afraid to stand by his principles that all people of South Africa are one nation, that intrinsically men of all cultures, races and religions are good and that love and inclusivity is the solution for a battered, divided and broken nation.

This is no ordinary man. May his soul be blessed, may he rest in peace and may all the patience and resilience be granted to family and friend alike.

We are all witnesses to the humanity and selfless service of this world icon and salute his humility, kindness and compassion.

Imtiaz Sooliman

No justification for his action I SEE that Luis Farias, the new owner of the Hillcrest Caltex Garage has placed a large advertisement in the local newspaper to justify his illegal action of chopping down the indigenous trees on the municipal verge in front of his premises.

This includes photos of happy residents supporting his action.

Whoarethesepeoplethathehas managed to bring in so quickly in his

support?

I suggest that they are staff of his other businesses and family members. Do they even have any affiliation to Hillcrest? Whereas the people who are most vociferous in demanding that he replace the indigenous trees are very specifically people who work tirelessly for their environment.

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I feel his insistence that his actions were designed to keep Hillcrest and we, citizens, safe, is simply a sales spin - and I believe he is mistaken if he thinks we are all a bunch of gullible fools.

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I HAVE worked with vervet monkeys for some time now and have learned somuchaboutthedosanddon’ts,and what’s right and wrong.

I read the article on the alleged allegations against Steve Smit and the bottom line is if he isn’t helping, or even trying to help, then who will?

The bottom line is at least he is interested and cares enough to say “I will take on the challenge and do everything in my power to help the vervets that cannot speak or help themselves.” Why is a person being condemned for trying to help? This does not make sense.

If he needs help, help him, don’t condemn him.

Who rescues these animals at their own cost and who feeds them when the donations run out?

Who sees that their injuries are attended to so that they stay alive to live another day in this world, in this worldthathasbecomeaconcretejungle that we made.

He does. So my advice is work with him and correct what you believe or know is been done wrong.

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Brain-snacking for neophytes DESIREE ERASMUS THERE are many soul-eviscerating things in the world at the moment, gentle reader. Phenomena so evil that they must have Satan himself rubbing his scaled hands in glee: Unjustified wars, astounding levels of corporate greed, rampant corruption, Justin Bieber.

One could literally fill an entire column with all of the nastiness afflicting the globe. And if one was paid per word, one probably would.

But if one was to cast aside the evil, and measure only things causing severe intellectual lacerations, it would surely be zombiephiles leaving the most scar tissue.

For the desperately uninformed, zombiephiles are zombie-lovers or

those with a genuine interest in the undead. They spend their time blogging about outwitting and outlasting the unconsecrated.

They bet on and philosophise over the outcome of a fight between a zombie and a werewolf/vampire/ rabid-garden-gnome.

They host zombie-themed parties where other 20somethings that God has chosen to smite with the stupid stick can congregate and compare notes.

They partake in profound analysis about the “morality”of a zompocalypse: Who would one sacrifice in a group of hiding-out humans to subdue the zombie hordes so that the rest of the gang could make a clean getaway?

Would it be the granny, the fat kid or the three legged puppy?

Indeed, gentle reader, globally, there has proven to be immense interest in slow moving human beings with glazed eyes, bad teeth and limited brain functioning. Something South Africans who watch Parliament Channel can understand.

So potent is the zombiefication of our millennials that it has spawned an entire sub-culture of all things flesh-eaters. Discovery Channel has run documentaries on the possibility of a zombie apocalypse, scientists study reanimation of the dead, and the internet has daily new brainsnacker sites popping up with the vigour of unwanted pimples.

Some readers may remember the tremendous excitement caused a while back when the American Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a piece on its blog site entitled Preparedness 101: Zombie Apocalypse.

The post was meant to make readers aware of any particularly threatening scenario using a “whimsical anecdote”, but that escaped most, possibly even the CDC writer, who approached the subject with the kind of creepy gusto one would generally expect from a columnist.

The write-up came with a suitably freaky photo of what could be a zombie or simply a severely harassed corporate executive experiencing

her first hot flush.

Either way, it fitted in nicely with the references to Resident Evil, which FYI is an art-genre release boasting poignant dialogue and Oscar-worthy acting.

The post went on to explain the essentials needed to survive a zompocalypse and included a list of items that Americans would evidently never consider thinking of themselves…the tricky little things one often forgets about when preparing for global destruction such as water, food and medication.

The article was well received by geeks and freaks, many of whom thought it a serious piece about a possible post-apocalyptic world where the living dead would become the dominant species.

Such was the (over)enthusiasm for the story that the CDC felt it appropriate to issue a press-release notifying salivating zombie-slayers that there was no imminent threat from the undead.

Said a spokesperson quoted in the Huffington Post: “CDC does not know

of a virus or condition that would reanimate the dead (or one that would produce zombie-like symptoms)”.

This “denial” again sparked outrage, with true believers in the undead demanding that the bastards at the CDC get their story straight and not make light of impending doom by organ eating noenoes.

From the above one is able to deduce that Americans take their zombies very seriously. Also, that they are profoundly intellectually disenfranchised.

Nevertheless, all of this got me thinking according to the intricate mentality of a zombie slayer and I wondered, given the very real chance that a zompocalypse enters our corner of the world, would the brave citizens of Ethekweni fight or fence the undead?

And then I reminded myself that we are South Africans; a feisty bunch of non-sissies who have never batted an eyelid at the prospect of being surrounded by brain-dead Neanderthals; after all, we haven’t quarantined parliament yet, have we?

A millennial’s memories of Madiba

THE first time I became aware of the existence of Nelson Mandela was when he was released from prison on 11 February 1990. My parents were glued to the television, and all I could see on the screen were streets lined with bigger crowds of people than anything I had seen before. When I askedwhatwashappening,Iwastold that Nelson Mandela was being released from prison, and would soon

it ever will – these friends just had slightly funny names and sometimes spoke in a language that I didn’t understand. They liked building sandcastles, playing with Barbies and getting up to mischief – just like me - and I couldn’t understand why people were so afraid just because a black man was about to become our president.

In 1995, I watched the tail-end of the World Cup final, and remember the image of Madiba lifting the Webb Ellis trophy. I was too young, once again, to comprehend what a defining moment of national unity that was.

I was out of the country and in a highly disparate time zone at the time

of the Soccer World Cup, so I missed Madiba’sfinalpublicappearanceand that sense of national unity which apparently recurred during that time.

Perhaps it is through sport and a sharedsenseofprideandexcitement, and not endless political shenanigans, through which South Africa could find peace.

When one thinks about Mandela, and the kind of president that he was, it is evident that our current leader is of a completely different ilk. Madiba’s homestead at Qunu does not have an astroturf, vast security measures or state-of-the-art accommodations.

While Madiba spent 27 years in prison having committed the “crime” of being a freedom fighter, our current

leader has a whopping 783 allegations of corruption levelled against him and appears to have gotten away with all of them scot-free. A South African prayer, penned by Reverend Trevor Huddleston, reads as follows: God bless Africa Guard her children Guide her leaders and give her peace.

My hope is that, in the aftermath of the loss of the greatest South African who will probably ever live, that we will vote in a government who will guard our children – against rape, againstmurder,againstpoverty–and guide our leaders – against corruption, against mismanagement and against greed.

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beourpresident.Asaseven-year-old, presidents, politics, and the implications of what that meant went right over my head and meant nothing to me.

The next recollection I have of the name Nelson Mandela came in 1994, when we were given a week off school due to fears of unrest and political upheavalatthetimeoftheelections.Iremember watching as my friends’ parentsstockpiledfood,paraffinandbottled water with their eyes wide shut in anticipation of the South African apocalypse. By that time, I had been sharing classrooms, lunchboxes and playdates with Indian and black classmates for three and a half years, and race meant as little to me then as

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Are you a tortured shopper when it comes to buying during the festive season? Most people leave Christmas shopping to the very last minute. It is for this reason that we have created a few strategies to help ease the anxiety when it comes to festive season shopping. So whether it's last minute Christmas present shopping or just buying groceries for a house full of people, these tips should help make it a more pleasant experience PLAN AHEAD Start making a list a few days in advance of all the items you will need.

Make the list comprehensive and don't forget the small things like wrapping paper, tape, cards etc. There is nothing worse than getting through a long day of shopping, only to find that you forgot to buy a present for your mother-inlaw.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE Consider which mall will be most likely to have all the items on your list to avoid mall hopping. If that means traveling to a bigger mall outside your area, it may be worth the trip.

DETERMINE YOUR SHOPPING TIMES Most malls have extended shopping hours during the festive season. I find first thing in the morning (early bird

catches the worm) or after 6pm to be the best times to shop. If you are shopping for fresh food, the mornings are best as the shelves may be empty by 6pm.

USE THE INTERNET AS A TOOL Most big shopping malls have websites with shop lists and shopping hours. Use these to get the information you need to select the right mall for your purchases.

INTERNET SHOPPING Internet shopping is not as common in South Africa as in other countries, however there are a few sites that offer online services that can make your shopping far more convenient and stress free.

WEAR COMFY SHOES If you are wanting to strut your stuff in stilettos, then accept that your shop-

ping may take a little longer and you will end up with sore feet at the end of the day. If it's worth it, go for it girl.

CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Take along fabric bags for your purchases to avoid having to waste plastic bags. The Woolies fabric bags are fantastic; they are the perfect size and come in funky bright colours.

PLAN YOUR BUDGET If you plan well, you will get more for your buck than you may think. Planning ahead for your gifts will allow you more time to shop around and look for the best bargain.

If time is your biggest concern, be prepared to spend a little more for the convenience.

Don't forget to take a moment to enjoy a great cappuccino and rest your weary feet in between.

And remember to spend your money on what makes you and your loved ones feel fabulous!

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Criss Cross Christmas Penned especially for the young ones, this play must not be missed

Bryan Hiles, Marc Kay and Clare Mortimer.

THIS festive season enjoy an original, delightful merry tale, Criss Cross Christmas at The Zone, Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World from 7 - 24 December.

Renowned actress, Clare Mortimer has penned this charming play especiallyfortheyoungoneswhichpromisestobefulloflaughter,song, and dance and enthusiastic children even get to be a part of the play with audience participation.

Joining Mortimer on stage for this comic Christmas story are much loved children's theatre actors Bryan Hiles (Peter Pan, Cinderella, Snow White, Rumpelstiltskin) as Holly and Marc Kay as Noel (Jungle Book, Robin Hood, Peter Pan).

Poor hapless elf Holly is being dragged from mall to mall to sell Christmas cheer in the form of toys, and sweets by the tireless terrible duo of Noel the gluttonousreindeerandCarolethewarbling,horridlittle fairy.

As the tale unfolds, Noel and Carole continue totryandconvincetheiraudienceandHollythat Christmas is about getting and spending and eating as much as you can, whilst little Holly feels certain it must mean something else. He is unfortunately pitted against very stubborn little companions indeed! Holly needs your help, so do come along and give him a hand persuadingthesetwoveryspoiltChristmascharacters.

Bring the little ones to the Suncoast Casino Zone this festive season at 11am each morning for a fun, meaningful Christmas adventure.

Booking is through Computicket, at the door or contact Ailsa on 083 250 2690. Tickets are R50 each. The performances are daily from 7 - 24 December.

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Dolphins by STARLIGHT Tickets: R135 per adult and R110 for children under 13.

Tickets available at Computicket or through uShaka ticketing on 031 328 8000.

The stars of the Dolphin by Starlight show.

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WAZULU-NATAL’S top musical talents and aquatic superstars will be going for gold this festive season at uShaka Marine World.

Dolphins By Starlight – with shows on 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 December - is a journey through time with golden oldies like the Christmas

Song, Jingle Bells and Ave Maria, contemporary classics like Rocking Round the Christmas Tree, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Justin Bieber’s Mistletoe.

Carols like Silent Night, Oh come All Ye faithful and Hark the Herald Angels Sing will also be sung.

Audience members can sit back

Christmas magic at family panto KICKSTART rounds off the year with a fun-filled family romp: a brand new pantomime version of Jack and the Beanstalk, which comes to the Elizabeth Sneddon theatre from 29 November until 5 January.

A glorious family pantomime has becomeamuch-anticipatedhighlight in the annual Durban theatre calendar – KickstArt have been presenting wonderful family festive season

shows for the past decade, this being their eighth annual panto. “This time, our panto is a real adventure story with boisterous chases, meddling baddies and great visual tricks which will appeal to the boys; and with such a strong, independent princess, and lots of magic, it will appeal to the girls too!� says Stead.

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and enjoy a 12 piece orchestra, the Bravo string quartet, Lauren Laing, Clive Gumede, Samantha Landers, Marion Lounden and one of South Africa’s favourite divas, Lelo Zondi, as well as special appearances by Jonathan Johansen (top 16 idols finalist 2013), Reece van Schalkwyk and Julia Sutton.

>> This family show is a journey through time and the classics

This family entertainment extravaganza includes dancers as well as snow. uShaka Marine World’s dolphins will be adding their special magic - queens of splash Affrika, Tombi, Khanya and Zulu, Saltwater showmen Kepie, Jula, Khwezi, Ingelosi and show stopper Gambit. uShaka Marine World’s Ocean War-

Rory Booth stars as Jack and Darren King as Jack’s long-suffering, eccentric mother, Flora Flatbroke.

Booking for all KickstArt productions is through Computicket, and for block bookings of 10 or more, or sold performances, please contact Ailsa Windsor of Going Places: 083 250 2690 or editor.goingplacessa@gmail.com.

Stead, Jack and the Beanstalk stars the supremely talented Rory Booth in the title role, the cast also features Jessica Sole as his feisty love interest, Princess Jillian, Darren King as his long-suffering, eccentric mother, Flora Flatbroke, Liesl Coppin as his evil nemesis,LadyPerfidiaBeastly,Shelley MacLeanas the good fairy, Glissanda Goldenvox, and Peter Court and BryanHiles reprising theirhilarious performances as the two incompetent crooks, Cecil and Claude, making a comeback after their de-

mise in Robin Hood.

The larger than life giant is being played with gusto by Lyle Buxton.

Jack and the Beanstalk has amazing designs by Greg King, with lightingdesignbyTinaleRoux,musicaldirection by Evan Roberts and Charon Williams Ros (Charon is also the vocal coach) and choreography by Janine Bennewith.

Costume Design is by Greg King and Steven Stead with costumes made by Shanti Naidoo. More than 40 costumes have been made, using

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more than 200m of vibrant, colourful fabric. All of the costumes are original this year.

The panto has an eclectic mix of music with interpretations of music

by Lady Gaga, Michael Buble, some much loved musical theatre numbers and big orchestral pieces.

Much of the magic of KickstArt’s pantos lies in the delightful designs – we have seen a beautiful dragon in Robin Hood, a breathtaking carriage in Cinderella and roses which grow before our eyes in Beauty and the Beast.

This year, of course, the attraction will be the amazing larger than life giant and a flying dame!

Jack and the Beanstalkwill run till 5 January, with performances 2.30pm Tuesday - Sunday and 7pm Saturday at Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

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rior Mascots, Slippy the Seal, Rusty thePenguin, RaggytheSharkandDelia the Dolphin will also get festive.

The show wrapsupwithanunforgettable Auld Lang Syne bagpipe solo.

Dolphins by Starlight is produced and directed by Wayne R Scott and choreography by Shelley Haggard.

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Roseway Natural and Organic Market will not take place on 7 December.

The next market at this venue will be 1 February 2014. Contact Shelley on 083 679 1203 for more into.

Dewalt Heyns’ passion for fine wine Having grown up on his father's grape farm in the Paardeberg, Swartland, Dewaldt Heynes has always had an intimate relationship with the vine. The opportunity to hone these skills presented itself in 2004 in the form of Saronsberg, Tulbagh. This proved to bea winningcombination,withSaronsbergperformingconstantly at the highest level, receiving numerous awards since its maiden vintage. Apart from study trips to various wine-growing countries, Dewaldt also harvested at Dry Creek Vineyards, Sonoma, California and Domaine Cave Yves Cuilleron, Condrieu, France.

Lance Goldman plays at the Meercats Pub and Grill every Sunday, 12.30pm at 12 Forest Hills Road, Waterfall 3 (off Inanda Road, coming from Hillcrest). For more information, contact 031 776 3872 or 079 878 8051.

SOUTH African Senior Fitness Association (SASFA) will hold senior fitness classes for those aged 50 and over every Wednesday, 8.30am to 9.30am at the Highway Age, Sunnyside Lane in Pinetown. Contact Gill on 031 702 6522.

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The Hillcrest Conservancy will be hosting a guided walk at the Springside Nature Reserve on Wednesday 11 December, 7.30am.

For more information contact Sue on 031 765 6809.

A ‘bff’ Christmas Welcoming the festive season KALISHA NAICKER

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RIGIT Filmer Spa & Skin in Gillitts hosted a ‘Christmas with my BF’ function to celebrate the festive season as well as reflect on what has been,

an exciting year for the spa and skin care salon.

The function, which ran from 9am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 5pm included shopping for fabulous Christmas presents, watching insightful demonstrations and enjoying mince pies, sherry and cappucci-

nos from‘Beautiful Coffee’. In 2013 Brigit Filmer Spa & Skin welcomed new clients, expanded their parking and recently launched their own Brigit Filmer personal care range.

Visit www.brigitfilmer.com or phone 031 767 1668.

Weathered Hands Shiraz 2007 This wine is 94% old vine Shiraz, 6% Viognier; aged for 14 months in older French oak barrels. He has finally achieved his lifelong dream to make wine from his father’s farm in the Paardeberg, Swartland with his Weathered Hands Shiraz, characterised by ripe red berries, delicate violet and spice notes with firm tannins and a long elegant finish".

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Brenda Phelps, Pearl Mchunu, Lynne McMaster, Londiwe Mngadi.

WeatheredHandsCheninBlanc 2010 This is a great white wine from Dewaldt Heyns, with a lovely creaminess and balance. The perfect use of oak proves the quality of top South African Chenin.

Weathered Hands Chenin Blanc is Dewaldt’s latest project, a barrel aged Chenin made with old vines from his father’s vineyards in Swartland. This great wine, with its lovely creaminess, balance, and perfect use of oak, proves the quality of top South African Chenin.

Hayley Guthrie and Danielle Kidd.

Bryne and Rainie Kietzmann.

Kerry and Ashley Harper.

Nicole Holmes and Shannon Clewlow

Jane Taylor, Karen Sivewright and Rachel Thompson.

Homemade delights at Kloof market THE Kloof Country Market is held in the beautiful gardens of the Robyndale Piggly Wiggly Centre, 10 Msenga Road in Kloof from 9.30am to 1pm on Saturdays.

The Kloof Country Market is all about homemade, handmade, quality craft and food – and aims to provide a platform for local crafters, most of whom are full time crafters

or pensioners, to show and sell their wares to support themselves and their families.

At this ‘local is lekker’ market entry is free, there is plenty of secure parking,and one is sure to find something for everyone, including jams, relishes, chutneys, frozen soups, sauces, curries, spices, sausages, rusks, biltong, crunchies, fresh veg-

gies, paintings, mosaics, wooden decorations, greeting cards, children’s clothing, jewellery, handmade toys, plants, CD’s, books and loads more.

Upcoming market dates are 14 December and 11 and 18 January from 9.30am to 1pm.

For more information contact Linda Liebenberg on 082 454 3181 or email info@countrymarkets.co.za

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Sweet success KALISHA NAICKER JENNINGS Fine Foods is a family run business which was started by a mother and daughter team 14 years ago . From

humble beginnings and just two staff members, the business today is one of the most recognizable brands in the confectionery industry.

Jennings Fine Foods specialises in Jennings fudge, offering the most popular flavours under the Jennings label. The fudge is made the “good old fashioned way”, on the stove with lots of loving care.

Jennings Fine Foods is based in KwaZulu Natal but supplies fudge and other confectionery nationally. The fudge has become a well-known brand in all parts of

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Confectioners Carol-Ann Grant and Joanne Jennings.

theworld,includingAustralia,UnitedKingdom, Canada and Germany. The Jennings product range has grown over time to include peanut brittle, chocolates and chocolate clusters.

They also introduced a bakery section in the factory, and now produce a wide range of baked items, including the delicious fudge rusks.

“It is because of our love for confectionery that we are always trying out new recipes and pleasing our customers,” said Joanne Jennings.

“We love what we do, and one can

taste it in any of our products.”

Jennings also makes gift hampers for corporates, end of year functions and weddings.

Jennings Fine Foods has a dedicated team of staffanddistributorswhoprovide that all important personal touch. Jennings Fine Foods has proven that hard work and determination is a recipe for success.

Joanne Jennings added: “With just a simple idea and an out-of-home business, our brand is now an international sensation. If we can do it, so can you!”

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HRISTMAS is a time of giving, and this festive season, Hillcrest Corner will be doing all it can to encourage shoppers to remember the true spirit of the holidays with promotions centred around the theme of giving back to the community.

From 30 November, shoppers will stand the chance to play santa and fulfill a few Christmas wishes.

An undecorated Christmas tree will

Christmas dream come true.

All gifts need to be delivered to centre management by 14 December, to ensure that the hand-over can be placed in the Checkers court, take place on 21 December. Of where children will be able to write course, Christmas would not be their parents’ details along with their Christmas without a little fun to keep Christmas wish (in the form of a gift the kids busy while mom and dad available for purchase at the centre) shop up a storm.

From 30 November, on every Saton paper baubles to hang on the urday leading up to Christmas day, Wishing Tree.

Hillcrest Corner will randomly kiddies entertainment in the form of choose five ‘wishes’ to fulfill, with balloon artists, face painting, nail art, the gift hand-over taking place at 12 colouring in and a jumping castle will noon in the Checkers court on 21 De- take place in the Checkers court from 10am till 3pm. cember.

In addition, shoppers will stand Shoppers will also be encouraged pick a bauble and make a child’s the chance to receive various branded Hillcrest Corner giveaways such as shopping bags, mugs, recipe cards, candy Value Centre • 031 263 0257 canes and shopping lists. www.leathergallery.co.za Hillcrest Corner will be PARIS R12 999 Genuine leather uppers , Choice of left or right chaise. Coffee, Black, White. supporting five worthy charities this Christmasandareen-

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Hillcrest corner couraging shoppers to do the same.

Organisations benefiting this year are The South African Red Cross Society, TREE (Training and Resources in Early Education), CROW (Centre

for Rehabilitation of Wildlife), Umcembo Design and Vuleka Trust.

For more information, contact centre management on 031 765 5345.

SPCA appeals for blankets THE Kloof and Highway SPCA is making an appeal to the community to support abandoned and orphaned animals this festive season.

As staff gear-up for the bumper season ahead, they are appealing to the community for blankets.

According to manager Barbara Patrick, at this time of the year the kennels at the SPCA are always full and with the amount of rain the

province is experiencing, it is very hard to keep up with washing and drying the blankets.

“Please help us with donations of blankets.

“Fleece blankets are the best as they are easy to wash and dry quickly,” she said.

“Any assistance you can offer would be greatly valued and truly appreciated.”

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To find out more about Kloof and Highway SPCA, to volunteer services or to donate, contact 031 764 1212 or email marketing@kloofspca.co.za.

Stretching out his wings >> Old Boy helps pupil hone his dream and passion KALISHA NAICKER k.toolsee@gmail.com

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ATERFALL College Old Boy Cameron Wood is giving back to his community by assisting a fellow pupil to stretch his wings and fly - literally.

Wood matriculated from Waterfall College in 2012 and went on to study for his commercial pilot’s license at Durban Aviation Centre, based at Virginia Airport.

In an inspirational address to the school assembly on 29 October, Wood spoke about following his dream and explained how he wanted to extend a helping hand to a fellow pupil who also wanted to learn to fly.

Nathi Ngcobo, a Grade 10 pupil, was the lucky recipient of the offer.

As the big day dawned in early November, before the two enthusiastic aeronauts took to the skies, Wood showed Ngcobo around the flight school, the control tower and aircraft.

“I was extremely excited to be able to give back to my community in this way,” said Wood.

“I showed Ngcobo the procedures carried out on the aircraft before taking flight and we took to the skies at 10am, in a Piper Cherokee 140 with winds in excess of 25 knots but clear skies.”

Wood said that he explained the basic aerodynamics and how the effect one control surface can have on the aircraft.

“It was great,” said Ngcobo.

“It’s probably the best thing I have done in my life. I mean…I can

still relive it to this day. Iamdefinitely sure I want to become a pilot.”

Ngcobo is currently completing Grade 10. His subject choice at Waterfall College includes physical sciences and core mathematics.

Ngcobo says he is grateful to Wood for giving him this opportunity.

Wood explained that “giving back” is important as he knows how it feels to have a dream and passion.

He felt he needed to give someone who was interested in flying the opportunity to experience it.

“Giving someone this opportunity would ignite their desire to follow their dream, as I have.

“It is with passion, patience and perseverance that I am achieving my dream and if I can do it, anyone can.”

Jeanette van der Merwe, principal of Waterfall College, and also Ngcobo’s physical sciences teacher, said: “Ngcobo has a natural ability as well as a genuine interest for both chemistry and physics.

He achieved a distinction for both this year.” “I am so pleased that he has gotten the opportunity to stretch his wings. I would also like to thank Wood for giving back to the school in this way,” she added.

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Uvele wahleka wathi: “Kwakumnandi ngendlela eyisimangaliso, ngoba kwakuhlukile kunesikhathi samanje.” Ungixoxele ukuthi kudala kwakukhona ‘ingqayi’ noma ibhayisikobho (bioscope) hhayi ama-movie. Uthe kukhona lapho kwakungenwa ngemali encane ubuke ama ‘ifilimu’ kuze kushone ilanga uziphathele umphako wakho uzihambela nesithandwa sakho.

Ngimbuze ukuthi kwakwenziwa njani njengoba ugesi, omabonakude, omakhalekhukwini kwakungabonwa. “Sasingekho isikhala salezo zinto,” kusho uBra Mgiksz, “ izindaba ezibalulekile zazitholakala emaphephandabeni noma emsakazweni. Kwakuthathwa ucansi lundlalwe emnyango kuthengwe unemenayidi nama khekhe kuvulwe umsakazo kuncokolwe, kuhlekwe kudanswe futhi nobugebengu babungadlangile

njengesikhathi samanje”. Uthe uma kukhona insizwa ene ‘nsayizi’ (intombi) kuleyo ndawo, akekho owayengazi ukuthi lentombi ekabani ngakho-ke akumele uyishele. Uma umuntu eyobheka isithandwa sakhe wayephelezelwa ngabangani. Intombi yayishelwa ngencwadi eyayithulwa yintombazane ethile ukuba ihambise incwadi, futhi uma intombi ingasakufuni, yayidweba inkomishi eyayibizwa nge-golden cup idwebe isiphambano phakathi nendawo okuwuphawu lokuthi sekuphelile okwakunihlanganisa.

I-facebook, Twitter, Mxit neWhatsapp yayingekho ngezikhathi zakudala. Umangibukaindlelaekuphilwa ngayo manje ihluke kakhulu kuneyakudala, yebo khona ocwepheshe sebenza izinto zisheshe futhi zibe lula kodwa ezinye zalezo zinto ziyasilimaza.

Sekunezifo ezingaqondakali futhi ezingalapheki ezingaziwa nokuthi zivelaphi. Ogogo

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Ngikhule kuthiwa ukudla kuyimpilo kodwa manje akusenjalo, ngoba lokudla esikudlayo yikona okusigulisayo. Izinto ezakhelwa ukuba zisisize njengabantu, yizona manje osekwenziwa ngazo ubugebengu.

Umuntu ugetshengwa ehleli ekhaya uzwe sekungena umyalezo kumakhakekhukwini wokuthi kukhona osedonse imali ebhange. Uma uthi uyabheka, ikhadi lakho lase bhange likuwe, kusetshenziswe ama-computer kwadonswa imininigwane yakho ungazi.

Abazali bakhala ubumayemaye ngezingane ezingasahloniphi, eziphendulana nabadala kuze kugcine zona uzwe ngomzali ethi “Thina sakhula singamphenduli umuntu omdala uma ekuthethisa, kodwa nina seniphikisana nabazali”.

Umakhelwane akasakwazi uku-

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Kazi ngabe kunjani ezweni ukuba kusaphilwa ngendlela yakudala?

Yebo, njengo muntu omusha ngiyawabonga amathuba esawavulelwa nguDkt Nelson Mandela owalwela inkululeko yethu. Kodwa iningi lethu ngilibona liphila impilo engenayo inqubekela phambili. Uma siqhubeka siphila ngalesivinini, kuzokonala okuningi. Washo umuntu omdala ebona amanyala wathi “Awu, lafa elihle kakhulu madoda!” Angeke sakhala kakhulu ngoba kuthiwa asikho isikhathi esingadluli, ngiyaba bongela abaphila esikhathini sakudala.

Athi umlungu “Gone are those days, but never to return”. Wena ubona kanjani mfundi? Sishayele ezinombolweni ezithi 031 533 7624 noma ku-074 696 8731 noma usithumele kwikheli le email elithi: nosipho.mkhize@witness.co.za.

Bezizinhle sengathi azikaze zicasuke ‘izingane’ Iningi ebelihambele lo mncintiswano lincokole ngokuthi bekumele uNompumelelo awudle umhlanganiso kwazise ufundela ubudokotela futhi usuku anqobe ngawo wusuku lwe-World Aids Day, okuwusuku okubungazwa ngalo labo abahaqwe igciwane lesandulela ngculazi.

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tiswano ukubeka kucace ukuthi akungeneli umuntu osenomntwana.”

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ULucky Dlamini, ongumphathi weVibe FM uthe: “Inhloso enkulu yethu ukusungula iGirls Network lapho izintokazi zizothola ukuchushiswa ngezinto eziningi,” kusho yena.

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ADD A NEW TASTE SENSATION TO YOUR CHRISTMAS FEAST CH You already know Checkers’ famous, exclusive 3-Bird Roast, Turducken – delicious, succulent, juicy and versatile. Now, Checkers have introduced another new, SA Chefs Endorsed roast, the 4-Bird Roast!

Like the Turducken, it’s a taste experience of turkey, juicy, flavoursome duck and succulent chicken, with the addition of delicious exotic quail – all deboned and rolled into a sensational new roast. For that extra kick of Christmas flavour, it’s available with a festive stuffing of cranberry, apple and roasted onion.

Both the Turducken and the 4-Bird Roast are perfect for the Weber, so you don’t have to spend a lovely summer’s day in the kitchen.

If you want to make your 4-Bird Roast even more impressive, glam it up with a mouth-watering Sweet Gooseberry & Chilli Sauce by Jenny Morris, the Giggling Gourmet. You’ll find that recipe along with a host of other recipes on christmas.checkers.co.za/christmas-recipes – perfect for your Christmas feast.

That’s why Christmas is better at Checkers!

4-BIRD ROAST WITH SWEET GOOSEBERRY & CHILLI SAUCE (SERvES 6)

Recipe by Jenny Morris

For the 4-Bird Roast you’ll need: • • • • •

1 x 4-Bird Roast; approximately 2,3 kg Salt and white pepper to taste 2 tsp. cumin; toasted and ground 1 tsp. coriander; toasted and ground 2 tbsp. oil

the sauce and cook for a further 20 min. at 200 – 220 ºC until light golden brown. Don’t exceed the total cooking time of 40 min. per 1 kg. Remove from the oven and serve with the remaining sweet gooseberry and chilli sauce.

For the sauce you’ll need: • 1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil • 2 tbsp. fresh ginger; chopped • 1 clove garlic; chopped • 200 g gooseberry jam • ½ cup sweet chilli sauce • 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary needles • 1 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar • 1 tbsp. orange zest • ½ tsp. sesame oil Pre-heat the oven to 180 ºC. Rub the meat well with the oil, mix the seasoning and rub it into the meat.

Place in the pre-heated oven and cook until golden brown for about 25 min. Turn over and cook for another 25 min. Wrap the meat in foil and cook in the foil for another 25 min. For the sauce, heat 1 tbsp. of oil in a saucepan, add the ginger and garlic. Cook stirring for 30 sec. Add the gooseberry jam, sweet chilli sauce, rosemary, balsamic vinegar, orange zest and sesame oil. Cook gently for 12 min. or until it starts to look glossy. Remove the roast from the oven and remove the foil. Cover the roast with half

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Le ntokazi edle umhlanganiso, uNompumelelo Nkosi (20) eyenza unyaka wesibili ezifundweni zobudokotelae-UKZNNelsonRMandelaSchoolof Medicine, izishaye zonke izintokazi ebeziyi-14 ebezincintisanakulonobuhleobusee-KCapKwaMashu ngeSonto.

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Licishile ilambu elikhanye umhlaba wonke

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KUDLULA emhlabeni kukaMnuz Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela ngeledlule, kufana ncamashi nokucisha kwelambu ebelikhanya emhlabeni wonke.

Ubufakazi bokuthi uMadiba ufana nelambu elikhanye emhlabeni wonke, yizikhalo ezizwakala kuwo wonke amagumbi omhlaba, kukhala zonke izigaba zoluntu ezihlanganisa osaziwayo nabantukazana, izingane nabadala, abadla izambane likapondo nabadla imbuya ngothi.

Bambalwa kakhulu okuthi uma sebewushiyile omagade ahlabayo kunyakazeumhlabawonkenjengoba kwenzeke kuMadiba.

Emva kokuba esechazwe wonke amagaleloakheambekeesicongweni sentaba wabonwa umhlaba wonke, kunenselelo egqolozele wonke umuntu ethi: “Yikuphi okufundile wena kuMadiba ozokulandela?”

Nanxa kungekho okungabalulekile emlandweni waleli Qhawe, ngokwami ukubona, okubaluleke ngaphezu kwakho konke, ukuqeda ubandlululo phakathi kwendlu emnyama iyodwa ngoba asikho isihlava esedlula leso njengamanje. Intuthuko ibambezeleke nje, yingoba ukucwasana phakathi kwabamnyama kusemi ngenhla. Simfisela ukuthi aphumule ngokuthula ubaba uMadiba.

Laba abalandelayo ngabambalwa abaphawule ngokudlula emhlabeni

UNksz Linda Mthembu uthe: “Angikholwa ukuthi kukhona oyoke abe namagalelo afana nakaBab‘uMandela. Umhlaba ulahlekelwe kakhulu ngokushona kwakhe. Kuyangijabulisa ukuthi ngizalwe esaphila, ngalithola ithuba lokumbona ngawenyama.” kukaMadiba.

UMnuz Mthokozisi Mbiko uthe: “Angizange ngilale ngosuku engezwa ngalo ukuthi uTata akasekho emhlabeni. Ngezwa emsakazweni ukuthi useshonile ngaze ngalala ngehora lesine ekuseni. Ngathuka ukuzwa lezindaba ezibuhlungu ngoba ushone ngesikathi ngingalindele, intonje engingayisho ngaye ukuthi ubewusizo kubantu abaningi ikakhulukazi esizweni esimnyama wasikhipha ezweni lokuhlupheka.”

UMnuz Sifiso Mkhize uthe: “Kungiphathe kabuhlungu ngendlela engachazeki ukushona kukaTata uMandela. Ukwazile ukuhlanganisa zonke izinhlanga. Iningi lethu ngabe alikho lapho likhona ukuba akazalwanga.

Izingane zethu sezikwazi ukuthola imfundo esezingeni elifanayo nezinye izinhlanga ngaphandle kokubandlululwa. Siyohlale simkhumbula. Sengathi angahamba kahle alale aphumule ngokuthula.”

UNksz Gugu Sibiya uthe: “UDkt Nelson Mandela ubeyiqhawe, wakwazi ukusilwela ezweni lamaBhunu waze wanqoba waphinde waphatha wayiguqula iNingizimu Afrika yaba izwelenkululeko. Konkelokhokwenza saba namalungelo, sesikwazi ngisho ukukhetha izikole esifuna ukufunda kuzo ngenxa yakhe. Ngibuhlungu kakhulu bengisabheke ukuthi aphile ekuguleni abenakho, ukuze eluleke uMengameli wezwe ukuthi agxile ezindabeni zoMnotho ayeke

UNKK Lydia Mzoneli ongomunye wosondonzima kwezamabhizinisi uthe: “Ngithandazela ukuthi uNkulunkulu amemukele ngezandla ezifudumele. Ngibe nenhlanhla yokuba yingxenye yethimba lenhlangano yabahwebi iNafcoc elike lathola izeluleko kuMnuz Nelson Mandela ngamasu okuthuthukisa impilo yabantu abansundu eNingizimu Afrika.

Ubengesiyena umholi nje, kodwa ubefana nobaba wawo wonke umuntu.” ukunaka izinto eziseceleni.”

UNksz Ntokozo Mbongwe uthe: “UDkt Nelson Mandela ngiyamhlonipha ngokulwela ezemfundo kulelizwe. Ukufa kwakhe ngibona ukuthi kuhlelwe uNKulunkulu ngoba konke lokhu kwenzeke izikole sezivaliwe ngicabanga ukuthi ukwenze lokhu ngoba engafuni ukuthi kuphazamiseke izingane ezikoleni nezihlelo zakhona njengomuntu owayeyibeka phambili imfundo.”

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Starters Smoked Salmon with lemon, red onion, capers & homemade beer bread Mini Yorkshire puddings with rare roasted beef fillet & horseradish cream Duck terrine with pancetta, plum jam & bruschetta Parma ham, fig and almond salad with ricotta and aged balsamic Biltong and peppadew salad with avocado and mixed leaves Grilled Asparagus salad with rocket & shaved parmesan Greek salad with olives, feta, red onion, peppers, cucumber & tomato Cous cous salad with chickpeas, butternut, roma tomatoes, cucumber & mint

Mains Roast turducken with sausage and chestnut stuffing & cranberry sauce Honey & mustard glazed gammon with cloves Roast loin of pork with fennel, garlic, cider & apple sauce Roast leg of lamb with mint sauce Roast sirloin of beef with horseradish Seared salmon fillet with an orange & dill hollandaise Rosemary roast potatoes Roast root vegetables Savoury rice Sauteed green beans Broccoli & cauliflower with cheese sauce Carrot puree Gravy

Desserts Chocolate truffle torte with crushed amaretti biscuits Fig & almond tart with chantilly cream Lemon meringue pie Traditional Christmas cake with brandy cream

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A delicious three course meal, live music and an ambiance of pure romance awaits you and your dear one on the day of love!

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HOW TO ENTER

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Tel: 082 554 2417.

ITEMS FOR SALE? For as little as R20 for a 3 line advert, you can turn your unwanted items into cash Advertise Here!!

Phone Lynne.

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VACANCY

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SALES REPRESENTATIVE (REF: HF1)

The Media24 KZN Local Newspaper Division is looking to appoint a Sales Representative to the Hillcrest Fever.

The position will be based in Durban, and will report to the Sales Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities (The primary tasks, functions and deliverables of the role) • Daily generation of new business through sales of display advertisements • Liaison with clients with regard to the design, make up and placing of advertisements • Stimulating the market by creating new opportunities to satisfy clients advertising needs • Client service by visiting new clients • Reaching of monthly sales target imperative.

Requirements • The ideal candidate is regarded as a self starter • Ability to work productively in a team and within a competitive environment • Good communication and interpersonal skills • The ability to think outside the box and work under pressure.

• A valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

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If you wish to sponsor this advert, please contact Lynne Mathiesen. Tel: 031 533 7601 Fax: 031 533 7972 Email: lynnem@witness.co.za

Across 1 Item of bric-a-brac (5) 4 Escapist (7) 8 Hackneyed quotation (3) 9 Narrow-minded (9) 10 Try (7) 11Rousetofurthereffort(5) 13 Careless (6) 15 Dismal (6) 18 Passage between rows (5) 19 Canadian province (7) 21Mixwithotherpeople(9) 23 On strike (3) 24 Leather factory (7) 25 Quick (5) Down 1 Sailors’ curved sword (7) 2 Morally good (9) 3 A narcotic drug (5) 4 Cross out (6) 5 Legal stoppage of trade (7) 6 To spoil (3)

NAME: 7 Athletics team race (5) 12 Involving long effort (9) 14 Portend (7) 16 Just so! (7)

Applications must be sent by email to hr@witness.co.za Closing date: 13 December 2013. Please note, applicants must clearly indicate which post they are applying for. Candidates who have not received feedback by 20 December 2013 must accept that their application was unsuccessful.

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Only one entry per person per week. No registered letters or faxed entries. Prize will alternate weekly between Crossword and Sudoku.

Crossword Solution 131 Across 1 Brass tacks, 8 Sauna, 9 Company, 10 Dwindle, 11 Until, 12 Blench, 14 Seldom, 17 Sober, 19 Somalia, 21 Disease, 22 Fives, 23 Split hairs.

Down 2 Routine, 3 Stand, 4 Ticket, 5 Compute, 6 Slant, 7 By all means, 8 Side by side, 13 Curtail, 15 Deliver, 16 Assert, 18 Basis, 20 Mafia. .

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Equerry Hay Barn-At the Mushroom Farm

A Border Collie at Dressage.

Catherine Berning riding Livius.

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OU will find the Equerry Hay Barn at the picturesque, newly developed country complex, aptly called "The Mushroom Farm" at the corner of Kassier Road and the M13.

I remember the excitement of riding from Overport, where my pony was stabled for a while when I was a child, right along the side of the Durban/Johannesburg highway, to Shongweni Club: memories of mist and mystique, dripping Acacia leaves above, and glistening, dark pieces of brushwood below, and the soft, soft going as my pony's hooves struck turfwhenwegottotheAssagay/Shongweniarea. This place held a special charm, and was alwayscaptivatinginthememoryofitscountry beauty.

If this editorial is to tell you something about the history of Equerry, then it would be apt to first talk about mushrooms. During the second world war, when my father was on active service, my mother started growing mushrooms in Johannesburg. She became an honorary member of the British Mushroom Growers Association,andwasresponsibleforbringingthe technology of mushroom cultivation to South Africa. At this time, Claude Webster started a parallel venture in Hillcrest.

Denny Mushrooms, (who now have the large plant on the way to Summerveld) bought out my parents venture which was established in Johannesburg in the early years, and the Webster family's mushroom growing plant was later established on the property known as "The Mushroom Farm", which has now developed into a charming country retail complex.

It has been fulfilling to ride the full circle back to The Mushroom Farm, and it is my passion for horses that brought to this destination.

When I was a child, my dad supplied the racing industry in Alberton, as well as several Sandtonridingschools,withwheatenstrawforbed-

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ding, as horse manure formed the basis of the substrate for mushroom cultivation; and when I was a teenager, I bought my first loads of lucern, which crawled from the North West in a pre-war five tonner.

I knew all the Bob Graystons, George Iwanoskis, David Stubbs', Lesley Taylors and veterans of the riding scene and show arenas in the Johannesburg of those days. Therefore, from the mushroom business and my participation in horse shows, I easily found a market for my wares.

Another generation was born, and as I had a daughter at Rhodes University, (who obviously had a horse with her!!) I became involved with horse owners in the Eastern Cape.

This area suffered a terrible drought one year, and I remember standing at the railway siding in Bloemfontein, loading some good South African railway coaches with lucern for dispatch to the drought stricken area.

We lived in Bloemfontein for many years, where I wrote a BCom degree (in Afrikaans, mindyou).Latermyhusband,HaroldandIhad a right royal time travelling our country, photographing horses, and meeting crop farmers with whom I could converse in Afrikaans.

Our photographic business led us to meet andbefriendhorseownersalloverthecountry,

A contestant at Dressage. so extending my bulk distribution of fodder via superlinks of teff and lucern delivering to Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.

Harold and I are completing the full circle by coming to live in our favourite province, KwaZulu Natal, where we met 51 years ago.

Five years ago, at my dear husband's suggestion, we hired a mushroom shed from Dave Aitken, the owner of "The Mushroom Farm", to use as a storage facility for our bulk distribution. The Equerry Hay Barn retail facility was thus born.

There is ample parking, a saddlery shop next door, a coffee shoppe across the parking ground, and other shops in the complex that sell all sorts of delights.

We handle horse feed, dog food, and our exciting new addition will be catering for the bird and pigeon enthusiasts from early in 2014.

This has all been possible due to the network of fodder crop farmers we have met over many years, the development of "The Mushroom Farm" as a delightful, country shopping complex, and the faithful support of our wonderful customers here over the past five years.

In addition there will be 15 percent off all purchases until 20 December and free gifts for children while stocks last.

@the Mushroom Farm

We Stock All Your Bird Needs

031 768 1686 www.equerry.co.za

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December 6, 2013

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FUN

Barry and Elizabeth Wickens, Kevin and Robyn Gertenbach.

Grant and Tenley Cummings.

TIMES at Kloof

>> Fundraising and entertainment combine

KALISHA NAICKER

Colleen and Richard Bates, Tracy Weston and Jan-Nico Coetzee.

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Oeffortwassparedwhenthe790guests dressed up for the 30th Celebration of the Rotary Club of Kloof’s Durban Pops on Saturday, 16 November.

The annual fund raising event, sponsored

by Adapt IT, was held at the iconic Durban City Hall and, with the Great Gatsby theme, feathers, pearls, hats and fascinators were the order of the evening. Guests were greeted by six gorgeous models from Extreme Model Management and shown either to their table of ten or to the upstairs circle seating.

The KZN Philharmonic, which also turned 30 this year, performed under the conductorship of the always entertaining, Richard Cock.

Soloists included violinists Nina Kolev and Elena Kerimova and singers Lauren Laing, Shylo Pereira and Wayne Mkhize.

The musical line up for the evening varied

from classical to contemporary – from Verdi to Adele, Gershwin to Sting – and the audience did not hold back on the standing ovations. Twenty six year old Tenor, Wayne Mkhize, stole the show with his powerful and emotive voice.

The breath-taking flower arrangements on the stage and the themed table décor were organised by the Rotary Anns of Kloof, who never disappoint. These arrangements have become symbolic with the fundraising event and the first thing guests notice as they walk through the entrance into the City Hall.

The delicious Seafood Cocktail starter and Lamb Shank main course was followed by Chocolate Eclairs, Lime Tarts and Eat Greek Caterers’ signature Baklava dessert. Wine was supplied by Blaauwklippen and Vrede and Lust and the water was sponsored by Aquella.

The evening ended off with fabulous prizes being given to five lucky guests, including a weekend away at Makaranga Lodge and a mini IPad from Adapt IT. The Rotary Club of Kloofexpectstoraise R65 000 from the event and proceeds will be donated to various Rotary Charities with the main beneficiary being S.M.I.L.E. (St Mary’s Interactive Learning Experience).

S.M.I.L.E., established in 1991, is a community-based organisation that evolved as a result of an urgent need in education to develop the English language skills of isiZulu speaking learners and their teachers.

The Rotary Club of Kloof would like to Adapt IT for sponsoring the event for six years in a row, Setzkorn Health and Wealth for being a sub-sponsor, Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) for their contribution, TWBAHuntLascaris for all the design work, Fastprint for the printing and Vector Logistics for their assistance.

For information contact Selwyn Comrie comrie@iafrica.com.

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GICABANGA ukuthi sibaningi esike sizibuze ukuthi ngobani labo chwepheshe abacwaninga baphume nezinqumo zokuthi izimo ezithile kufanele zihlonishwe, zibungazwe noma zibhikishelwe nini.

Ngesonto eledlule kuqale umkhankaso waminyaka yonke wokuqwashisa ngokuhlukunyezwa kwabesimame nezingane obizwa ngokuthi yi: “16 Days of No Violence against Women and Children”.

Nokho uncomeka kakhulu lo mkhankaso. Uhlanganisa i-Universal Children’s Day neWorld Aids Day. Nanxa uncomeka, kunesikhalo sokuthiyinganikungakuhlalekukhulunywa njalo ngalezi zinto ukuze zigxile emqondweni njengokungab-

hemi noma yikuphi okwaqalwa nguDkt Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma.

Wonke umuntu obhemayo useyawuhlonipha umphakathi ongabhemi. Akusafani nakuqala lapho umuntu wayephafuza ugwayi noma yikuphi. Ngicela ukuthi ingahumusheki le nkulumo yami njengechaza ukuthi umuntu uvumelekile ukuhlukumeza abesimame nezingane, inqobo nje uma ecashile. Cha angisho njalo. Yebo abefundisi nabaholi bezombusazwe bahlale bekukhuza ukuhlukunyezwa kwabantu nje jikelele nganoma yiluphi uhlobo. Hhayi abesifazane nezingane kuphela. Bayaye bathi ngenkathi iNkosi uJesu ikhuluma ngokuthi yezela emhlabeni ukuthi abantu babe nokuphila, babe

nakho kuchichime, yayichaza ukuphilisana kahle ngokuhloniphana.

Uyancomeka umdlandla abamabhizinisi nabezinhlangano zomphakathi ababambisana ngawo ekuqiniseni lo mkhankaso wezinsuku ezili-16 kusuka kumhla ka-25 kuLwezi (November) kuze kube umhla ka-10 kuZibandlela (December). Kodwa sikholwa ukuthi bekungaba nomehluko ukuba lo mdlandla ubungasatshalaliswa, uqhubeke wonke unyaka. Sineqiniso ukuthi maningi amasu angalekelela ekutheneni amandla labo abahlale begqolozelwe yisilingo sokuhlukumeza abanye abantu, ikakhulukazi abesimame nezingane.

UMfu Nkosi Khanyile ongumelusi wamakholwa ebandleni i-United

Baqhamuka nesu lokuxazulula inkinga yezindlu GUY VEZI

>>guy.vezi@winess.co.za

USOMABHIZINISI waseKloof entshonalanga yeTheku ongumsunguli wenkampani eyeluleka ngezindlela zesimanje zokwakha nokuplasitela izindlu, iKhuthala Consulting and RBM, uqhamuke nobuchwepheshe (technology) bokulekelela uHulumeni ekusheshiseni uhlelo lokwakhiwa kwezindlu nokuthuthukisa osonkontileka abasafufusa.

UMnuz Thami “T.K.” Khanyile oyiChief Executive Officer (CEO) yeKhuthala Consulting and RBM, utshele iHillcrest Fever ngoLwesihlanu imvakashele emahhovisi akhe eKloof ukuthiuhlelolwe‘technology’abanalo, lukwazi ukwakha indlu enamakamelo amahlanu iphele ngezinsuku eziyi-7. Usho ngokukhulu ukuzethemba ukuthi le ndlu iqine ngendlela engakaze ibonakale kuleli

laseNingizimu Afrika.

Ngaphandle kokwakha le ndlu bayiqede ngokushesha okungaka, banobunye ubuchwepheshe bokulekelelaekuthiniumakhiapulasiteleindlueyedwaayiqedengamahoraamabili kuphela.

Uthe: “Ngiyazi ukuthi abaningi abazofunda lolu daba, bazocabanga ngiyahhema, kanti uma beke babona lo mshini wokuplastela osheshisayo, ekuthiwa yi-Spray Plaster nad Skim Coating Machine, bayobona ukuthi angikhulumi ngento yokudlala.”

UMnuz Dumisani Mthembu oyiBusiness Development Manager eKhuthala, uthe inhloso yabo enkulu ngaphezu kokulekelela uHulumeni ekwakheni izindlu, ukusiza abakhi ngobuchwepheshe obuzobasiza basheshe bathuthukise amabhizinisi abo.

Uthe: “Uhlelo lobu chwepheshe esibulethayo, aludingi izitini noma

ambhulokhi, kodwa lusebenzisa ukhonkolo owakhiwe ngamagwebu (foam) kuphela. Lo khonkolo uthakwa ngamakhemikhali aqine ngendlela edid‘usathane. Yilolu hlobo lukakhonkolo okwakhiwa ngalo amabhiliji.

“Okwasihlaba ngalolu hlobo lokwakha, ukuthi lunciphisa izindleko kakhulu. Futhi alubanjezelwa wukungabikhona kwemigwaqo okuhambakuyoamalolialetheizimpahla zokusebenza, njengoba ezindaweni eziningi zasemakhaya eziphethwe ngamakhosi, ayikakabi khona imigwaqo. Yingakho intuthuko ingafiki ngokushesha emakhaya nakwezinye izindawo okuhlala kuzo abamnyama lapha eNingizimu Afrika,” kusho uMvelase.

Uthe ngisho ngabe indlu kufanele yakhiwe phansi esigodini noma eweni, ngeke ibanjezelwe wukuthi awukho umgwaqo ngoba lomshini

Congregational Church (UCCSA) eQueensburgh naseNew Forest, ulinganise ngokuthi kunesiphuzo esidume umhlaba wonke, kodwa sikhangiswa zonke izinsuku kangangoba kuhlale kushintshwa izindlela esikhangiswa ngazo ngoba abanikazi baso bafuna umhlaba uhlale wazi ukuthi yisona esihamba phambili.

Bekunganjani uma kungasetshenziswa umdlandla ofana nalowo ekuqwashiseni ngokuhlukunyezwa kwabesifazane nezingane?

Ngeke kwamukeleke nakancane ukuthi kuthiwe lokho kungadla imali eningi. Uma kukhona ababuza lokho, kungadingeka baqale baphendule ukuthi ingakanani imali esetshenziselwa ukukhangisa ngotshwala

emidlalweni. Kodwa-ke noma kunjalo, sonke masithandaze sicele kuSomandla ukuthi asebenzise lolo laka ayelusebenzisa ngezinsuku zakudala.

Ake kube khona uswazi olubuhlungu oluzoshaya noma ngubani ohlukumeza omunye umuntu noma ngaluphi uhlobo. Ayisaphathwa-ke abazama ukudlwengula.

UNyikinyibhoxo uthe ngabe kungcono ukuba umthetho uyavuma ukuthi uma umuntu enesifo sokuhlonyekiswa yisitho esithile somzimba, asizwe ngokuthi sinqunywe leso sitho ukuze ahlukane nezinkinga.

“Usakhumbula kusekhona isigwebo sentambo?” kubuza uNyikinyibhoxo engalindele mpendulo.

abawusebenzisayo, ubekwa noma yikuphi bese kuxhunywa ipayipi elizothumela ukhonkolo lapho udingeka khona.

Ngakho-ke uthi lolu hlobo lwabo olusha lokwakha, luzonciphisa izindleko, luvule amathuba emisebenzi, lulekelele uHulumeni kwinselelo yokushoda kwezindlu, lwandise amakhono kwezokwakha, luthuthukise nezomnotho ngoba kuzovuleka amathuba amabhizinisi amaningi ngoba baningi abantu abangasebenzi. Uthi laba bantu abasebenzi ngoba engekho amathuba emisebenzi, hhayi ngoba bengamavila.

UMnuz Khanyile uthe abafuna ukubona uhlobo lwezindlu abazakhayo, bangayakwa-Ward12KwaNdengezi entshonalanga yeTheku babone indlu abacelwa nguMasipala ukuthi bayakhele izingane ezashiywa ngabazali.` Ezinye asebazakha behlangene nabakwaStedone Hazycrest yiStanger Clinic, iCatherine Booth T.B. Clinc

Kwesokunxele nguMnuz Dumisani Mthembu oyiBusiness Development Manager eKhuthala Consulting and RBM noMnuz Carl Bartleman oyiTechnical Director.

ISITHOMBE : SITHUNYELWE

eShowe, izindlu zemindeni ehluphekayo ezixhaswe yiJacob Zuma Foundation namakilasi axhaswe eEarly Childhood Development (ECD) axhaswe yiKwaZulu-Natal Wildlife.

Abafuna ukwazi kabanzi ngeKhuthala Consulting and RBM bangashayelaucingoezinombolweni ezithi 031-7644787, 0767152529 nethi 0764107504.

Umphakathi waseHillcrest uvutha bhe ngezihlahla ezigenciwe NOSIPHO MKHIZE

>>nosipho.mkhize@witness.co.za UMPHAKATHI wase Hillcrest, entshonalanga yeTheku, ugane unwabu ngokugencwa kwezihlahla ezinhlanu ezazikhulela ngokwemvelo kulendawo.

UMnuz Luis Farais ongumnikazi weCaltex Garage okholwa wukuthi izingebengu zicasha kulezi zihlahla uthe: “Ngacela ukuthi zisuswe ngoba ngifuna ukuphephisa ibhizinisi lami. Emnyakeni embalwa edlule ngadutshulwa ngakhubazeka ngigetshengwa kabili kwelinye lama bhizinisi ami.

“Sengithenge leli galaji, ngaqinisekisa ukugwema

konkeokungasekungifakeengozini,njengazolezizihlahla. Ngiyazithanda izihlahla kodwa ngeke ngiziyekele ezinkulu zisithe ibhizinisi lami bese kucasha izigebengu. Ngiyajabula njengoba sezisusiwe, sekuphephile” kusho yena.

Nomakunjaloumphakathiawuzwamshini ngoba ukholwa wukuthi lezihlahla bese ziyingxenye yalendawo ngoba zineminyaka zikhona futhi zenza indawo ibukeke kahle.

UMnuz Steve Camp, oyilungu lamavulandlela aseHillcrest,uthebafunauMnuzFaraisazibuyiselelezi zihlahla angaphinde athinte lutho oluzocekela phansi lendawo. Uthe phambilini amavulandlela asebenza ngokusemandleni ukuqinisekisa ukuhlanzeka eHillcrest futhi asatshala izihlahla eziyi-15 kulendawo.

“UMnuz Farais ubengafanele agence lezihlahla.

Sikubeke kwacaca ukuthi ukuphephisa ibhizinisi lakhe ngokususa izihlahla esezineminyaka engaphezulu kwengama-50, akukho emthethweni. Lezi zihlahla bezingaliphazamisi ibhizinisini lakhe. Ukugencwa kwazo ngeke kubuqede ubugebengu.

Utshengise ukungayihloniphi imvelo nomphakathi.

Sithi makatshale ezinye izihlahla ezilingana nalezi azigenca,” kusho uMnuz Camp.

UMnuz Farias uthe ngeke azitshale kabusha lezihlahla ngoba zidonsa izigebengu.

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Across 1 Hard facts (5,5) 8 Finnish steam bath (5) 9 Guests (7) 10 Decrease gradually (7) 11 Up to the time that (5) 12 Become pale (6) 14 Rarely (6) 17 Self-possessed (5) 19 Northeast African republic (7) 21 Illness (7) 22 A court game (5) 23 Make too subtle distinctions (5,5) Down 2 Standard procedure (7) 3 Remain unaltered (5) 4 Parking summons (6) 5 Calculate (7) 6 Bias (5) 7 Certainly (2,3,5)

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8 Close together (4,2,4) 13 Cut short (7) 15 Rescue from captivity (7)

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Crossword Solution 131 Across 1 Beside, 4 Hamper, 9 Montana, 10 Gloom, 11 Sheer, 12 Diehard, 13 Commonplace, 18Gleeful, 20 Cacti, 22 Naive, 23 Venture, 24 Amends, 25 Reject.

Down 1 Bemuse, 2 Sense, 3 Diagram, 5 Angle, 6 Prosaic, 7 Remedy, 8 Hand in glove, 14 One-time, 15Licence, 16 Agenda, 17 Silent, 19 Freed, 21 Crude. .

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