Northern Region

Northern Region Year-end Function

By Winifred Du Toit

Due to the work involved in planning the 2023 National Gathering and AGM, the Northern Region made the decision to have a casual, fun-filled End of Year Function to wrap up the 2022 calendar. Thanks to 40 of our Club family who joined a fabulous Year End Function at the Barnyard Theatre at Emperor’s Palace on Sunday, 4 December.

Members were welcomed by their committee to the MercedesBenz Club branded area; and received a lovely branded gift as they entered.

The tables were beautifully festive – thanks to Anna-Lee Dos Santos for the sponsorship and setup. The Northern region sponsored a wide range of delicious snack platters, which were enjoyed throughout the show.

Nite Fever was a sizzling 70’s celebration – a decade that we will never forget. The Bee Gees, John Paul Young, The Village People, Rod Steward, Boney M, Earth Wind and Fire were some of the “artists” who entertained us. Thanks to all the club members who were part of a fabulous Year-end Function! ■

Northern Region Two-door Day

By Anna-Lee Dos Santos

n Sunday 6 November, the ONorthern region gathered at Mercedes-Benz Bryanston for coffee and muffins.

Members thoroughly enjoyed viewing some beautiful new vehicles and experienced warm hospitality from the dealership management.

Our convoy kicked off by heading to the Prison Break Market in the Lonehill area. This popular market offers a wide selection of crafters and designer stalls, indulgent and appetizing artisanal foods, creative crockery painting, distilling, brewing and wine tasting – all in very classic and unique sheds. 40 beautiful two-door vehicles arrived on the day and were parked in a prime and demarcated area at the entrance of the market. Members were able to enjoy the attractions and offers at their leisure.

Thanks to Jan-Willem Wielsma, as well as Sven and Brigitte Krassnokutski who organized the successful two-door day! ■

Cullinan Run

By Anna-Lee Dos Santos

Cullinan never disappoints! The Northern Region planned a Cullinan Run for Sunday 9 October, which was kicked off by Steve Rademayer who visited the town and selected a lunch venue.

Steve then announced that he was getting married and it was the first anniversary of his being discharged from hospital after a lengthy Covid battle, so he was unable to join the outing.

Koos Du Toit, Northern Region Club Secretary, offered to host the outing. The Northern region enjoyed a lovely trip to Cullinan and for most members it was a 65km drive (one way) to the beautiful town of Cullinan.

The convoy kicked off in Centurion and it was the perfect day to take classics on a run. Jacarandas were showing off, the main street was packed and people enjoyed music and entertainment. 40 Club members rejoined at our lunch spot: the quaint Premier Hotel which was built in 905. Members chatted and enjoyed the most delicious lunch in a perfect setting. Thanks to Koos Du Toit for arranging a lovely day out! ■