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>> Statistics show that the number of children begging on the streets of Pietermaritzburg increases monthly
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EOPLE begging on the streets of Pietermaritzburg have become an increased nuisance, and potential safety risk, for both pedestrians and motorists alike. Anincidenttookplacerecently,atthecorner of Berg and West Streets, where a beggar demanded payment by grabbing the car keys out of the ignition. Lucas Holtzhausen, general manager of Safe City, said that the street children are made well aware of Safe City cameras. “We do this in an attempt to get them to behave themselves whilst in our view. We have had information of street kids, or street vagrants, robbing pedestrians in the vicinity of Upper Crust in Langalibalele Street. These street vagrants sleep on the pavement near the KFC and it has been reported that they harass customers. The municipality is currently addressing the problem by cleaning the street with strong cleaning detergents, which makes it uncomfortable for the vagrants to camp there,” he said. Holtzhausen advised motorists to keep all their windows closed and doors locked when stationary at robots, and to not to engage in conversation with beggars. “It might sound cruel but we don’t know what they do with the money. Many of them are permanently under the influence of glue and so you are actually make the situation worse by giving them money,” he said. Captain Thulani Zwane, KZN SAPS spokesperson, said that SAPS Pietermaritzburg have not received any reports of street children robbing people at intersections.
“People need to take extra precautions and be aware of their surroundings when approaching intersections. The public is further urged not to give the street children anything, whether it is food or money, as that motivates them to stay on the street and beg,” he said. The Khayalethu Outreach programme at Youth For Christ, which has been running for decades, is now managed by Simphiwe Sithole and a team of five volunteers, who are continuously working with children on the streets. Statistics show that the number of children begging on the streets increases monthly. “There are currently 150 street children who we are working with at YFC,” said Sithole. He said that most of the children who are permanently on the streets live on the pavement near Upper Crust and near the mall in Scottsville, under the bridges around town, especially Victoria Road and Boshoff Street, and some live in what is called the ‘Pink House’ in Market Square. “We know that you [the public] feel sorry for them and respond by giving them money, but please don’t give as this encourages the begging habit. We are not saying be mean to them, because they are humans too, but building a relationship like that is not what is best for them,” said Sithole. He is appealing to the public who come across street children to refer them to Khayalethu Shelter “Here, programmes are in place to work with them. We have a team who works specifically with young people struggling with street life,” said Sithole. Contact Sithole at 0333944057 or email simphiwe@youthkzn.co.za
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Comments from our Facebook page Lauren Smith “It shouldn’t be allowed I understand their situation but if you give them money it condones them being there. Rather go to a shelter or get a job? What’s worse for me are the woman begging with their babies on their backs in the extreme heat or cold. It’s heart breaking and surely against human rights for their child to be subjected to that.” Mandy McInnes “We ignore them or give them food. My husband once had one young boy refuse the bag of rolls and cold meats though said he wanted money. I think they should not be allowed to stand and beg especially with children.” Garland Sam “My heart goes out to the children on the backs of their mothers; I’ve seen older kids bully the young ones off what they have collected. Far too many are seen drunk or high at different intersections. As a city, we can try and create safe zones for those who are truly destitute, one small step at a time rather than giving cash which compounds the problem in my opinion. Rene Morcom “I have had endless calls on hot days from the community of babies on backs or dangerously sitting alone on the middle bank. These kids are at risk and are being abused by the moms, social workers and the state. Sometimes doing nothing is more harmful. This proves it. Johannesburg had a time when you could rent a baby. How do we know the same is not happening here?”
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MSUNDUZI Pietermaritzburg Tourism Association (MPTA) recently launched Gidla Express, a project aimed at encouraging township tourism. Gidla is a township lingo which means sleeping. This project was launched at the Manaye Hall in Imbali Township where the late, former president Nelson Mandela delivered his ‘one man, one vote’ speech. Delivering his speech at the launch, MPTA director Dumisani Mhlongo said that there is a lot of demand for accommodation near the vicinity of the Manaye hall, which is the starting point of the Mandela Day Marathon. The marathon is held every year in August to commemorate the spirit of Mandela. “Gidla Express is in line with local economic development and our mandate is to develop community tourism and create access to the tourism industry. When the runners attend the race, they want to stay closer to the starting point. Since the Mandela Day Marathon started two years ago, there has been a huge demand for accommodation. So we are calling on locals to take advantage of this. They need to give us their particulars so that we can do this formally. We know this is going to be very exciting,” said Mhlongo. This year, the marathon will be celebrating its third anniversary and is split intotwo-the10kmand42.2kmmarathon. The 42.2 km marathon ends near the Mandela Capture Site in Howick. “Thisisaboutcommunityparticipation and enhancing the field of tourism. Gidla Express will also target the people who want to have a township experience. When people come to visit Pietermaritzburg, they want to experience how people in Pietermaritzburg live. Gidla Express will give them the township experiences they need,” explained Mhlongo.
GLN scoops human rights award THE Gay and Lesbian Network (GLN) has been awarded a human rights award at the annual Love to Live event that took place recently. In keeping with this year’s theme of ‘Human Rights in South Africa’, and in celebration of 20 years of democracy, 20humanrightsawardswere presented to nominees who
made selfless and significant contributions to human rights in South Africa and abroad. “This is a great achievement for the Gay and Lesbian Network and I would like to take this opportunity to thank Love to Live for awarding us this great award,” said Anthony Waldhausen, GLN director.
He thanked the many volunteers and staff of the GLN for dedicating their time to the organization, supporting the cause and working hard to ensure lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people are accepted, respected and treated equally. “We would like to dedicate this award to the many LGBTI
people throughout the world, and especially on the African continent, who face ongoing discrimination. “We will work even harder so that LGBTI people can be reallyfreeintheworld-which is a long way off but we will not give up. “Our 20 years of democracy is just a start and more still needs to be done to unlock the chains of hate and prejudice,” said Waldhausen. – Supplied.
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AST week the Manaye Hall, where the late former president Nelson Mandela delivered his ‘one man, one vote’ speech in 1961 during the All-in African Conference, went abuzz with celebrations to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of this historic event. The Manaye hall is located in Imbali near Indumiso FET College. The two-day All-in African Conference, which happened on 25 and 26 March 1961, drew 1400 delegates from various religious, cultural, political and intellectual backgrounds. To commemorate this event, USA struggle veterans also joined the celebrations at the Manaye hall. Entertainment performances by local Zulu dancers and isicathamiya wowed the crowd. Ward 19 councillor, Caiphas Ndawonde, said that the Manaye hall is an important hall which locals should be proud of. Director of the Msunduzi Pietermaritzburg Tourism Association, Dumisani Mhlongo, said that this was the conference’s first anniversary since Mandela’s death. “This year we are celebrating our 20 years of democracy and that came to life because of the ‘one man, one vote’ speech by Madiba. He really believed in the liberation of South Africa,” said Mhlongo. Mandela’s old friend Lenora Taitt-Magubane, said that she comes to the Manaye hall every year to renew her spiritual faith. A USA struggle veteran, Anita McLeod, said that Mandela’s legacy should be commemorated so that the younger generations will never forget what he did for South African freedom. “Weshouldteachourchildrenaboutourhistory so that they will not forget,” said McLeod. To see more photos from the event, please visit www.pmbfever.co.za
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ITH 5.1 million registered voters in the KZN province, exciting timesandseriouscompetition lies ahead for this year’s general elections happening next month. Delivering his presentation at the recent full council meeting, Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) provincial electoral officer Mawethu Mosery said that this is a very important milestone in the 20 years of democracy for the province. “It is the first time that we have broken through the five million mark in terms of registered voters so as KZN, we have done very well with voter registration this particular election. Gauteng is sitting at six million. The five million has given us about 48 seats at the national legislature. The national legislature has two types of lists, the direct proportion and the regional representation. The regional representation is allocated on voter registration numbers,” said Mosery. Mosery encouraged all political parties contesting this year’s general election to spend more time campaigning and less on other things, as this year’s election will be a tough competition. “You have no time to be defacing posters, disrupting meetings of other political parties and blocking other parties’ campaigning in your strongholds. Spend time on your door to door campaigns and encouraging the citizens to vote for you. Political tolerance is something that we must never take for granted and it is something that we will always have. We must always work for it in each and
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>> KZN has done well with voter registrations every election,” said Mosery, speaking to full council. How to get provincial seats In the Msunduzi area there are approximately 315 000 registered voters, Mosery said. “The seat allocation process is that we must first know the total voter turnout for the day and divide by 86, which is the total number of seats in the KZN legislature,” said Mosery. Should 5.1 million registered votersvoteatthisyear’selection, that would mean that for each political party to get one seat in the KZN legislature, they would have to get 63 000 votes, said Mosery. IEC preparations “We are comfortable with our preparations. We have 228 voting stations in Msunduzi. Some of them are council venues. We will be approaching the relevant departments on a few infrastructural issues that need to be sorted out. About 10 of them are temporary voting stations where we havenostructure.Wewillspecifically request municipal assistance and support to prepare
those sites for the installation of tents, as well as the services that may be necessary for voting day,” said Mosery. He said that voting stations willoperatefrom7amuntil9pm. Mosery added that the IEC had to train 600 electoral staff in the Msunduzi area and the training was completed this past weekend. The staff were trained on the operation of the voting station and in April, they will be trained on the counting system. Special votes on 5 and 6 May Mosery said that the Msunduzi Municipality must take part in informing the public about special votes. “On 5 May, we will assist those who require home visits. These are individuals who are bed ridden or who have some form of disability that makes it difficult for them to reach the voting stations. This includes pregnant women. Relevant people must apply from 7 April to 17 April. If they miss applying during that period, they will not access the special vote,” said Mosery. He urged ward councillors to assist deserving community
individuals in their wards to complete the special vote applications forms. The application forms are available on the IEC website www.elections.org.za and through the secretariat of the council. Special votes will also be given to those who between 7 and 17 April will not be near their voting stations due to business trips or other travels. 2014 ballot paper Nationally, there are 29 political parties contesting the election. The Freedom Front Plus is at the top of the ballot paper. “Everyone wishes that they are at the top of the ballot, therefore we run a lucky draw and whoever is drawn from that lucky draw is always on top. From the Freedom Front Plus downwards, the list flows alphabetically,” added Mosery. The IEC has started printing the ballot papers and have put extra security around those who are doing the printing. “We are on course to have this election. We have no issues at all,” he said.
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On 11 April, pupils from pre-primary to high school will be able to enjoy a programme of activities hosted by over 20 organisations that focus on environmental education. The afternoon programme will include the WESSA Eco-Schools awards ceremony. The aim of the festival is for experienced, environmental people to share practical hands-on activities with pupils of all ages. High school pupils can also participate in the film festival on Friday which will feature films on a range of environmental
themes. On Saturday, families are encouraged to attend a programme of fun events, including the DUT Green ‘Upcycle Fashion Show’, story-telling, puppet show, kids corner and more. Entry is free. The event is organised by the Happy Earth Forum, a multi-department and multi-stakeholder forum of passionate environmental educators. For more information, contact Friederike Voigt at 082 779 6766 or email happyearthforum@gmail.com - Supplied.
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OIN the KZN Inland branch of the Botanical Society of SA in their second annual Open indigenous Gardens, by visiting six inspiring gardens from Pietermaritzburg to Howick. Each garden shows a different aspect of gardening with indigenous plant species, making a wildlife friendly garden and/or making your garden more sustainable. Additionally, the BotSoc Indigenous Open Gardens event acts as a fund-raiser to bring pupilsfromschoolsaroundthePMBareatothe KZN National Botanical Garden to participate in the education programme of SANBI (the South African National Biodiversity Institute). The gardens cover the ‘cooler/mistbelt’ side of Pietermaritzburg, Hilton and Howick. Pietermaritzburg: Garden 1: Joanne Hilliar’s personal garden at 62 Davenport Road, Montrose (off Peter Brown Road). Garden 2: Di Martin’s garden at 2 Grosvenor Road (off Chase Valley Rd, next to the MOTH Cottages). Hilton: Garden 3: Collins Office Park, which was landscaped by Jo-Anne Hilliar, at 400 Old Howick Road (opposite ‘Crossways’ and across from
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During March, Varsity College Pietermaritz burg hosted a CANSA Shavathon, joining thousands of South Africans who support this worthy cause. The event was a great success as many supported and got involved, either by having their own hair sprayed or volunteering to help spray their fellow student’s hair. Pictured is the enthu siastic team from Varsity College who helped put the event together as well as spray hair on the day (from left) Tracy McNamara, Bianca Bouwer, Sonya Nursoo, Sinegugu Mthembu, Philiswa Lwana and Phindile Mkhize.
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HE KwaZulu-Natal Fashion Council (KZNFC), together with various stakeholders, recently launched its 21 Steps to Retail programme for young designers in the province. Shavera Sayed, acting programme director of the Fashion Council, said that this programme was introduced to develop and mentor the fashion industry in KZN. Pupils will not on ly receive tech nical skills training from some of the expert fashion names in the country, but will also study business skills under the leadership of Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda). There are 15 designers who have been accepted into the programme,
with nine from Pietermaritzburg and the the 21 Steps to Retail programme, said other six from surrounding areas and that the experience and opportunity this Durban. There are also five crafters programme gives aspiring fashion defrom Project Gateway who have been en- signers is second to none. Vilakazi was offered an international rolled. The programme is funded by the KZN- fashion design scholarship and was asked to supply FC and students are Edgars when she only required completed the proto pay a R500 comgramme. mitment fee for the She is currently six month course. doing the latter and “We are trying to has her own brand, empower and maYadah Exclusive Deture the skills you alsigns. ready have and to de“I would like to envelop you to the point courage you to grab of recognition in the WE ARE TRYING TO this opportunity with fashion industry. EMPOWER AND MATURE both hands and reThe onus is on you to always be to make the most of THE SKILLS YOU ALREADY member yourself, even when this opportunity,” become successsaid Zola Shabanga, HAVE AND TO DEVELOP you ful,” said Vilakazi to chairperson of KZNthe students. FC. YOU TO THE POINT OF Suheena Singh Once their six RECOGNITION IN THE (25) from Maswell Hill monthcourseiscomin Pietermaritzburg plete, students will FASHION INDUSTRY said that she is lookhave an opportuniing forward to startty to showcase their designs on a national platform at South ing the programme. “It’s an exhilarating Africa Fashion Week, should they prove experience and one that fashion designers are not fortunate to get in KZN. I am themselves during their training. Thembeka Vilakazi, a past student of thrilled to be given this opportunity.”
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>>nicole@pmbfever.co.za TODAY, 2 April, is International Autism Awareness Day, which is aimed at raising awareness of issues surrounding those people, particularly children, diagnosed with autism worldwide. Autism is a disorder of neural development, characterizedbyimpairedsocialinteraction and communication and by restricted and repetitive behaviour. These signs all begin before a child is three years old. Not many children with autism live independently after reaching adulthood, however some are able to become independent. An autistic culture has developed, with some individuals seeking a cure and others believing autism should be accepted as a difference and not treated as a disorder. The purpose of the day is to encourage people to take measures to raise awareness about
autism throughout society, and to encourage early diagnosis and early intervention. It also serves as a way to highlight the fact that autism is increasingly prevalent in children throughout the world, which results in various developmental challenges that the children face. World Autism Awareness Day shines a bright light on autism as a growing global health crisis and celebrates the unique talents and skills of people with autism. “By bringing together autism organizations all around the world, we will give a voice to the millions of individuals worldwide who are undiagnosed, misunderstood and looking for help. Please join us in our effort to inspire compassion, empowerment and hope,” said Desray Cunnan. Cunnan held a party on the lastdayofthetermforthepupils of the Triad Behaviour Centre in celebration of the day.
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Pictured at a celebration of Autism Awareness Day at the Triad Behaviour Centre are teacher Hannah Nelson (back) with pupils (from left) Adithia Barith, TK Mchunu and Oscar Okeke.
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Hannah Finch, a Grade seven pupil at Laddsworth Primary School, completed a level two first aid training course with Global Learning Services in Pietermaritzburg, who offered the course at no cost to Howick 1st Scouts. The course contents included the principles of basic first aid and safety, how to examine and assess a casualty, checking vital signs, artificial respiration, CPR for an adult and infant, choking, wounds, bleeding, fractures, burns, head injuries, spinal injuries, multiple injuries, pelvis and abdominal injuries, poisonous bites and rescue. Gavin Lambooy, headmaster at Laddsworth, applauded Finch’s achievement in assembly.
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INDEN Smith was the first lucky pupil at Woodlands Primary School to receive a car booster seat from South Africans against Drunk Driving (SADD), as part of their seat belt awareness campaign. SADD was the recipient of an international grant to undertake a seat belt research project in Pietermaritzburg.Thepre-surveywas conducted in 16 primary and high schools in the greater Pietermaritzburg area, including private, former model C and government schools. Caro Smit, SADD director, said that the importance of wearing a seat belt is second to none and that children are at risk of sustaining seat belt related injuries if they are not buckled up or if they arebuckledupincorrectlywiththeadultseatbelts in cars. “The results of our initial surveys were extremely worrying. We found that very few children are buckled up, in particular in the rear of the car. As part of this project, SADD are running awareness drives in schools and providing life orientation teachers with information to conduct road safety education with their pupils,” said Smit.
Pictured at the car seat handover is Charlotte Sullivan (L) with Linden Smith from Woodlands Primary School. SADD recently received a donation of car seats from Wheels Well which they will be donating to various families in need. They have identified 10 families in Woodlands Primary and 10 in TPA Primary Schools.
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“The initiative by SADD to educate our pupils about road safety has empowered us all. We are going to continue building on this educational initiative in any way that we can,” said Stephen Oakes, deputy principal. SADD are appealing to members of the pub-
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lic to donate their old and unused car seats to them to be refurbished and donated to those families who cannot afford to buy one. For more information, or to donate car seats, contact Charlotte Sullivan at 033 3470103 or email charlotte@sadd.org.za.
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Sue (L) and Olivia Mackenzie had great fun together during the Grade R, mums and daughters function recently held at The Wykeham Collegiate junior school.
Popular Russell High teacher Jenny Garnett (second from left) has encouraged her class to be grateful for small, everyday experiences. The girls were asked to create their own ‘gratitude jars’, into which they place little notes that record daily experiences for which they can be grateful. One such note reads, "Today my English teacher made me stand up and talk in front of the class and I did it!" The inserts are shared once a week and reviewed. The girls are finding this exercise very beneficial as it helps them focus on all the positive aspects of each day. Seen with Garnett are (from left) Nala Sibisi, Riley Joseph and Bronwyn Wood.
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Pietermaritzburg local, Denzil Torlage, competed in the master class and finished as the runnerup after both races.
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EAM Proudly Bidvest Yamaha Racing ensured their long trip from Gauteng to Ashton in the Western Cape was worth it, and not only brought home a bag full of silverware, but claimed lots of valuable points in the Liquorland National Enduro Championship. The Ashton National Enduro formed two rounds of the Liquorland National Enduro Championship and the Proudly Bidvest Yamaha Racing team faced a new challenge – to compete in two events on two consecutive days. Sweltering conditions and a dry and dusty track in the mountainous area between Ashton and Bonnievale added to this new test. The team was also without their multiple champion, Marc Torlage, who unfortunately injured his shoulder quite badly after a crash during a race the previous weekend in the Cape. An extremely disappointed Torlage was however at the race to support the team consisting of his dad, Pietermaritzburg local Denzil (Master Class Championship) and Kenny Gilbert (E2 Open Class Championship). They were faced with two special stages (a short grassy MX stage and a 10km Enduro Special) on the Friday. Except for the extreme heat, both riders stood their man with Gilbert claiming podium positions in both the overall standings as well as in E2. He finished third overall and second in E2. Torlage was entwined in the Master Class battle for the win, but
injured his ankle early in the race. It was ‘mind over matter’ for the multiple defending champion who finished a mere 21 points behind the class winner in second place. The swollen ankle had to go back into the boot for Saturday’s race where the competitors had to tackle the same 10km Enduro Special again while the grassy MX special was run in reverse. A new regularity section that included a tricky mud hole was added to the second day’s loop many a rider ‘lost’ their race here - while steep climbs and descents tested the riders on Saturday. It was also another hot day where temperatures climbed to justbelow40°Cwiththeheatinthe dry riverbeds and valleys almost unbearable. Torlage played it safe and scored yet another second place after their four special stages while Gilbert, who left after the race to tackle the Cape Epic Mountain Bike Race of eight days in the Western Cape, finished fourth in the competitive E2 Class - only 62 points separated him from the class winner. He finished sixth overall. With the season now at its halfway mark, Gilbert is currently third in the E2 Championship (fourth on the overall standings) while only nine points separate TorlagefromtheleadintheMaster Class. The next round of the Liquorland National Enduro Championship takes place on 23 July at Lydenburg.
Bringing home the medals Two swimmers from The Wykeham Collegiate recently participated in the level three South African national age group championships in Cape Town. Catherine RoydenTurner (L), a Grade 8 pupil, swum in eight events and qualified for seven finals. She swam personal best times in five races and won a bronze medal as a member of the U14 KZN freestyle relay team. Chelsea Meiring, who is in Grade 11, competed in all the freestyle and breaststroke events. Meiring had an exceptional championship, bringing home three medals including gold in the 50m freestyle. She is now the top ranked U16 freestyle swimmer in the country. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Epworth swimmers win U14 medley relay
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Epworth came up trumps at the senior girls’ gala by winning the U14 medley relay and the U14 freestyle relay (from left) Sarah Philpott, Julia Jarvel, Georgie Askew and Ashleigh Green.
Merchiston first team on tour to Johannesburg
>> League scheduled to start on April 6 JONATHAN COOK
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FTER a highly successful indoor season, the KwaZulu-Natal Inland Hockey Association’s (KIHA) outdoor form of the game is set for a bumper year. The KIHA’s proposed pre-season premier league for men and women is scheduled to start on Sunday, April 6 with all the KIHA leagues officially starting on May 5 and 6. Well-placed to succeed this year are Maritzburg Collegians, the leading nonuniversity club in the province. Collegians’ practices are in full swing at the AB Jackson Greenfields Turf. The Collegians men’s, women and junior sections train from 5.30pm to 7pm on Tuesdays, with the ‘men only’ sessions from Tuesday, April 8 from 7pm to 8.30pm. On Thursdays, from 6pm to 7.30pm, there is a combined practice for all sections at Collegians Club in Boshoff Street, opposite Woodburn’s number two rugby field. “Collegians will be fielding four men’s teams, two in the premier league, a junior [Colts] side in the first division and of course, the Collegians masters side,” said Brian Edwards, the former SA captain and coach who is this year’s women’s mentor, as well as the club’s coaching co-ordinator. Edwards, who has been the mainstay of the club for decades, said Collegians will also feature two teams in the women’s premier
league, as well as a junior [Colts] side in the B Division. Apartfromtheirmanysuccesses in outdoor hockey over the years, Collegians have also placed much emphasis on the indoor form of the game and this year, they scooped both the KIHA men’s and women’s premier league titles. A further bunch of accolades for Collegians has come with no less than six players having recently been selected for the SA indoor hockey teams; Gavin Jelley and Justin Domleo (national men’s side) and Tracy Bestall, Tracy Martens, Eloise Walters and Faye Cooper (national women’s team). “Collegians have been one of the most successful hockey clubs in KZN over many years and weaimtoachieve even greater heights in 2014,” Edwards told Maritzburg Fever. “New players are welcome to join us.” For more information, contact Edwards at 083 631 1308 and brianetd@gmail.com; Jelley (men’scoach)at0741027705and ghjelley@yahoo.com;KieranNero (juniors) at 072 415 4263 and kierannero@vodamail.co.za; Sharoleen Hemmero (women) at 078 206 6845 and sharoleenh8@gmail.com. Provincial goalkeeper Ian Griffiths is also available to teach the ’keepers, young and older. PMB Collegians are organised and ready to do battle in what should be a very interesting season.
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The Merchiston first cricket team travelled up to Johannesburg to take part in the prep schools’ cricket festival hosted by St Johns. They drew their match against St Johns and beat St Davids by four runs and The Ridge by two runs (back, from left) Taine Cloete, Chad Fortmann, Andrew Todd, Jared Meiring, Michael Moodie, Callum Shaw (front, from left) Jeremy Maher, Khe ta Khoza, Thomas Dixon, Luc Pousson (C), Hayden Askew and Robert Akerman.
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THE advantages of tablets are immense. Up until recently, tablets have been perhaps a bit too expensive, and the cost therefore outweighing the need. The pricing has however improved remarkably and it has become a viable option to almost all users. Tablets have also become incredibly user friendly, with big and bright interfaces and easy-to-understand options. One of the biggest advantages of a tablet is obviously mobility, but mobility doesn’t just stop at lightweight and easy to carry. The mobility factor now includes synchronisation modules that make a facile job out of a once incredibly complicated procedure. You can access your emails, contacts, documents and just about anything else that you have stored on your main computer through your tablet. Tablets also come with access to millions of applications that can turn your tablets into anything from a PDA to a GPS and even into a second screen for your computer. By using these applications, you can increase your work performance, tighten up your schedule, research your favouritemoviesandevenviewyourCCTVcameras.Oneofthemostinteresting applications I have seen used is the Google Sky Map. If you open the application at night and point the tablet camera to the sky, it will mark out the names of the stars and constellations on your screen. The possibilities of tablet computing are endless, and it is only just the beginning!
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VARSITY College Pietermaritzburg, as well as students from Pretoria, participated in the first round of the SA Cup series for downhill MTB recently. The event was held at the down hill track at Cascades Shopping Centre. This race was the first one of the series that runs throughout the year in many different provinces. Every race is an opportunity for the athletes to gain points and at the end of the series, the athlete who has gained the most points wins the SA Cup series. Two PMB students achieved finishing times that placed them in the top 15 - :Travis Browning placed 10th overall and Shane Martin placed 14th overall. Their times and where they placed gives them points for the races to follow. See at the first round of the SA Cup series for downhill MTB (from left) Varsity College students Shane Martin (PMB), Kyle Davids, Hayden Brown, JP du Plessis and Travis Browning (PMB) PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Natalie Bergstrom (C) is congratulat ed by her daughters Cheyenne (L) and Alea after winning the championships.
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ATALIE Bergstrom, UCI masters world mountain bike champion, will be heading to Norway in August to defend her title. The local athlete rides for Pietermaritzburg’s team. “Wow, 2013 was an amazing exciting year all round. I was very lucky that last year it [championships] was in Pietermaritzburg and winning on home ground with the crowds is most certainly an advantage. But this year everything will be totally different,” said Bergstrom. The Coffeeberry/Velo Life biker
won the 2013 ladies category 40 - 44. She said it still feels surreal to think of herself as the world number one. “I’m on top of the world. With my 2014 race season in full swing, winning and retaining all of my current titles again is important, but most of all to retain my world title is my main goal this year,” she said. Bergstrom is not assisted financially in any way from South African sporting bodies. “It’s been really hard self funding to represent my country, so the ‘Get Nats to Norway’ campaign was born.” She has been fundraising since the end of last year and with generous donations from the public, her dream
to go to Norway will come true. Bergstrom said that it has only been through the generous support of her sponsors that has enabled her to compete at an international level. She also thanked her husband Neville who seconds her, builds her bikes and looks after their two daughters while she is training and competing. “I am very excited and nervous all at the same time, as I have never raced overseas before but I am ready for it all. My goal is to get to Norway and bring the gold home again,” Bergstrom said. For more information, or to make a donation, email nbergstrom@telkomsa.net
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