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SEPTEMBER 2018 VOLUME 155
Heritage Day in Stanford
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BY DANTÉ RUBEN
Please send your letters to ed@stanfordrivertalk.co.za Try to keep letters as short as possible (100 words or less) and supply your name and address. Anonymous letters will not be published. The editor reserves the right to edit, amend, abridge or reject any letter. THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM OF CONTRIBUTORS! ART DIRECTOR - LAUREN DE SOUSA
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EDITORS NOTE By Lorraine Lines
When you support Stanford River Talk you support our community. I’m happy to feedback that Stanford River Talk is also available a little further afield now in Houw Hoek, Somerset West, Hout Bay−this circulation is sponsored by the newspaper always endeavouring to entice more visitors to our village. At Stanford River Talk we support our community by supplying as much free editorial space as possible and by also obtaining sponsorships where we can−if you page through you will see lots of editorial with only a few adverts. As far as adverts go - sadly advertisers have either not paid their bills, opted out−my personal best just the other day - an advertiser trying to dictate a rate for their outstanding bills, wonder if they do that in their own business… Hopefully the sun continues to shine… strange but true… Please support us so that we can continue supporting our community. Happy Heritage Day!!
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HERITAGE DAY by DM
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NEWS AND UPDATES
NEWS STANFORD VILLAGE MANAGER RETIRES Stanford’s Village Manager retired on the 31 July 2018 after years of service to the village of Stanford. Representatives from the Ratepayers Association, Stanford Tourism and Business, the Community Police Forum, Rotary, Stanford Conservation Trust, the Heritage Committee and a few individuals paid their respects and gave her a farewell gift filled with Stanford goodies.
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NEWMANAGEMENT COMMITTEE OF STANFORD TOURISM AND BUSINESS At the Stanford Tourism and Business AGM on 2 August, a new committee was elected. Some of the committee members have already served on the committee for a year, and some are new. This is an energetic and bold committee who will lead Stanford Tourism and Business through a year of expected transition, making sure that Stanford remains a green jewel on the Cape Whale Coast. Promoting Stanford as a green, sustainable destination that is proud of its heritage status and pristine Fynbos is key to promoting tourism and business in the village and surrounding area. Focussing on a healthy, empowered and thriving community is important in times of change.
Thank you to Harry Poortman for his long and dedicated service as Chairman of Stanford Tourism and Business. His enthusiasm, energy and interest in the well-being of Stanford have made him an excellent and respected leader. His unique outlook and style have been invaluable. Phil Murray is moving on from her position as Manager of Stanford Tourism and Business but will continue to serve on the committee. Here are the names: at time of going to print (this committee has not yet met to appoint office bearers). Robert Bell, Karla Erwee, Retha Fourie, Henry Gibson, Phil Murray Cat Nuyquist, Sybil October, Rishi Sundstrom, Bea Whittaker, John Withers, Ronald Dettke.
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TOURISM TALK by Phil Murray
BRAVE NEW IDEAS W
e are certainly being kept on our toes in the world of business and tourism, especially here in Stanford. Social unrest both here at home and nearby, had a direct impact on business along the Cape Whale Coast. People have begun to try to look for a new direction and new solutions. Stanford Tourism and Business has a new Management Committee elected at the Annual General Meeting in early August, and this new committee is challenged to think in new ways, and be positive leaders as they make sure that Stanford’s brand as a green destination seated in the fynbos, a heritage village which follows the natural bends in the Klein River is home to a healthy and contented community who is fully invested in the success of the village as a whole. Success for one is success for all. It is time to embrace the collective, to share information and contacts, and to recommend local businesses and producers. Don’t be jealous. Volunteer to help whenever you can. Community projects and events do not happen if not for the time and investment of locals out of the goodness of their hearts. Your help is always needed and your ideas are always valuable. We are very proud of the superb 1 day Phone Zone training course that was presented free of charge to locals. The Overstrand Municipality provided project funding through Stanford Tourism to an entrepreneurship training day presented by Stanford Tourism. Orca Wireless kindly donated free Wifi for the day as locals from as far as Flower Valley and Hermanus attended the technology-sharing workshop. Nicolene Gericke from Antjies Handmade Naturals gave guidance on how to start up an entrepreneurial business, and Steve Cope shared his top tips on smart phone applications which allow one to run a business in a more slick and professional way using simply a phone. What a great initiative which we hope to repeat in the future! If you do not yet receive the ‘What’s on’ every Thursday directly to your email inbox, please let Stanford Tourism know so we can assist. Stanford Tourism and Business ask@stanfordinfo.co.za
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Cold front, hot money Shock revelations suggest that Sutherland’s marketing body has been contributing thousands of rands to the SA Weather Service’s Christmas Dance fund in return for a mention in every weather forecast. Responding to the allegations, Sutherland’s Galileo Hubble rubbished the story. ‘Why would we need extra publicity?’ he queries, ‘After all, we have the observatory, an annual sheep-shearing contest and the only accordion tuner this side of Willowmore.
SOAPBOX by Martin Ranger
AND IN OTHER NEWS… Political correction Recently a Major Political Party (MPP) announced that it had contracted Simon Cowell to run its next elective conference. To be called ‘MPP’s Got Talent’, the plan is that instead of ideas and policies forming the basis of election success, everything will focus on the candidates’ appearance as well as their singing and dancing abilities. ‘After all, when did you ever hear proper debate and discussion at these conferences?’ asks party spokeswomanmanperson Sputnik Jacobs. Before the election begins there will be a formal dress parade followed by a brief Q&A to be run by Ant and Dec. To the relief of many the traditional swimsuit procession has been omitted. Matching briefs In a determined effort to qualify for the next FIFA World Cup, the SA Football Association has decided to employ some revolutionary training methods. They plan to use Helen Zille for her footwork, Irvin Jim for expertise in striking, Boeing will help on the wing and the Gordon Institute is going assist with goals. Currently there are no takers for the dribbling portfolio.
Drop to the shop Business leadership has made a concerted effort to drag the Hermanus CBD into the Twenty-first Century by gaining agreement from independent retailers to remain open on Saturday afternoons. Says regular shopper Sassa Koekemoer: ‘This has changed my life – no more rushing around on a Saturday morning trying to get everything done. Now I can look for knitting needles, napkin rings and lamp wicks at a more leisurely pace.’ Requests for comment from major banks regarding the possibility of their making a similar change went unanswered - although one did charge R10 for the privilege of receiving our email. No more cross-channel merries The EU has revealed new travel rules that will become effective for the British after Brexit. A form must be completed showing, amongst other things, the applicant’s physical description. EU rules decree that height may only be between 1.62m and 1.97m, weight may not exceed 95kg and eyes must be blue or green. (Grey and brown eyes will be accepted subject to the completion of a Form 118/56/a2019. (Fee of є20) In addition, the two Calais buildings that currently house discounted liquor outlets aimed at returning British tourists will be converted into reception centres for retrenched Aldi and Lidl store managers en route to Eastern Europe. Stay tuned!
rice around the anus and roundworms resemble spaghetti and may often be vomited up by puppies as well as seen in their faeces.
VET TALK by Dr Olga Koorts
WORMS ARE THE WORST All cats and dogs are exposed to worms and once infected can infest people and other pets either through direct contact or through shedding into the environment. There are several different worms that can infect our furry pals and each of the different types affects them differently. Having a heavy worm burden can gradually wear your pet down, reduce absorption of nutrients or cause anaemia. He might show symptoms like vomiting, STANFORD RIVER TALK 6
Roundworms, tapeworms and hookworm are all able to infect people and cause anything from itchy skin to intestinal symptoms like vomiting and diarrhoea or worse, blindness and meningitis. Children are particularly susceptible
diarrhoea, decreased energy or scooting along the floor as some worms cause his bum to itch. Most worms are identified by the presence of their eggs in a pet’s faeces. These eggs are too small to be seen with the naked eye, but your vet will be able to do a simple test on a small sample of Fido’s poop and find them that way. Tapeworms and roundworms, however, can be seen easily. Tapeworms look like small grains of
Regularly deworming your pets is the easiest way to make sure they (and you) stay free of these wiggly pests. The interval between deworming should be the determined by the age of the animal as well as their risk of exposure. Talk to your vet clinic about a program that suits your pet’s lifestyle. Picking up pet droppings regularly will reduce exposure to worms. Regular flea treatment reduces the risk of tapeworm as fleas are their intermediary host. And of course, like mom said, always wash your hands before eating!
LIVING SOUNDTRACK by Andrew Herriot
The Birth of the JAZZFORDIANS
As a result of the meritorious success of The Boy Friend in 2012 and much 'lovey' back-slapping, there was a tsunami wave of continued interest and expectation in stage shows. In no time, up tempo in fact, a similarly inclined collective of aficionados congregated for brain-storming gatherings to determine a strategy to build on its resounding acclaim; an embarrassment of talent. The Boy Friend was tuneful, lyrical, rhythmical and spectacular and exemplified the basis of the jazz/easy listening genre providing an apprenticeship for future stars of stage (perhaps not screen yet although watch out film-maker D Morin is in town!). "Broadway" was unanimously and definitively selected as the Stanford theme for the 2013 Christmas stage show, a smorgasbord of the "Best of Broadway" (yet another alluring alliterative). By the early part of the year a small production team was beavering away searching and researching how to entertain Stanfordians with music and dance. The Great American Song Book here we come! Yet again our 'boy friend' front/back stage cast, the core of the now familiar "Stanford Players" (recently eulogised in small comfort zone discussion groups) were formulating and developing a show representative of a Century of Broadway successes—what a joy, even a legacy. In the course of that iconic year one or two stalwarts who were emerging as significant "Players" considered that as a real preparation for the end-of-year show, a smaller combo probably should be formed, those with time on their hands, in order to build up stage experience and confidence - cabaret time! One key member had already been organising and providing entertaining "Soiree" evenings, my first soiree having taken place at Sir Robert's wine farm. As a result of a growing interest in candlelight dinners with a touch of sophistication, the Jazzfordians were born. One of our vital vocalists (oops #alliterations again) suggested fortissimo that the name should include an uppercase F to emphasise the central genre J and its eponymous geographical local home, hence uniquely the group JazzFordians was created. Such genius, such luminosity!! The build up to Broadway was spent rehearsing for two distinct concepts "Christmas Show" and the "JazzFordians", the former involving a multitude
of young/not so young aspirants and the latter an evolving group of cabaret singers. What fun. Over the past five years this jazzy choral group has performed in wine farms, restaurants, private homes, a garage showroom, a nature reserve, house gardens, old-folks homes, kirks, street festivals, pubs, golf clubs such is the versatility of the members. A repertoire of numerous songs (ref:e-Guide) is now at their disposal including blues, swing, pop, show tunes and indeed rock all fused into presentable cabaret performances that respond to most occasions: charitable functions, festivals, birthdays, fund-raising events and other celebratory moments. The Fordians have embraced other musicians, saxophonist, guitarists, flautist, professional vocalists and sound/lighting technicians demonstrating a rich vein of musical talents which enabled a variety of sub-groups to be formed according to the needs of the occasion. It was noted that 'time on their hands' was a pre-eminent condition to thorough preparations and rehearsals. Amateur musicians always face decisions about priorities, the very basis of a successful home-based group of entertainers. It was therefore very important that at least one other singer or two could double up on various songs. The mantra 'I thought that was my song' was wholly excluded from our narrative philosophy and our group therapy whereby we admired each other's performances. "I just love the way you sing 'Summertime'," was encouraged among our team of Fordians. Flexibility is key hence the reason why the choristers have survived. "Andrew, I can't make tonight's rehearsal". "No problem, spare 30 minutes of my 'incomplete life' a.m." intoned the 'serial accompanist'. Long live our very own village Fordians. In the next Issue for October, The Broadway show et al will be remembered for posterity. Such a lyrical legacy statement of intent. #JazzFordians.
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THE RHY THMS OF
Village Life It seems like just yesterday, the first time I drove into Stanford, December 2008. I was asked by a friend living overseas to help out with his holiday home. I have to confess, I had to ask, “but where is Stanford?”. Well, the rest, as they say, is history. I was hooked that first weekend. I can still vividly remember that first night, walking my dogs down the village dust roads, bright stars lighting the way and an overwhelming feeling of tranquillity. A place to enjoy the natural way of life in full and escape from everyday stresses and complexities of city life. I took the big step in my life journey to move from Cape Town, test the waters and rent for 6 months. A few of my city friends thought I had really lost it… what do you do there, how do you keep yourself busy, isn’t it lonely? As Stanfordians know all too well, there is always something to do and somehow village life has a natural creative energy and a sense of involvement. I had the good fortune to collaborate with some brilliant, creative and fun characters, participate in various committees and forums and create a few amazing brands along the way. I would love to mention you all by name, but space is limited. And last but by no means least, I’m grateful and humbled for making one of my dreams come true, as proud founder and producer of our amazing Stanford Players group. I'll look back on these experiences, and many many more, with really fond memories. My reason for reminiscing somewhat and saying adieu, is to share with you the news, (which I trust most of you are aware of via our active village grapevine) that I am excited to hand over the baton for the Stanford Sunset Market to a special lady who needs no introduction. Phillipa Murray has agreed to take on and champion Stanford’s amazing community market. Stanford Sunset Market is very dear to my heart and has been my baby since 2011. I have enjoyed every minute of it, except the ‘weather worries’. It is now time to hang up my market shoes. So, get yourselves ready for a sprucedup market with some wonderful new ideas. A big thank you to all of you for your fantastic support and friendship over the years!!!! And with that, sayonara friends, till we meet again. Fondest, Rina
NATURE TALK By Kirsten Sima Neke
Storks & Swallows - Slip Slidin’ Away
More than two thousand years ago Greek philosophers, the likes of Aristotle and Homer, recorded that the storks, barn swallows and turtle doves disappearing during winter went into hibernation. Even the odd zoologist hypothesised that they turned into mice or hibernated at the bottom of the sea. Astonishingly, this belief persisted until in 1878 a white stork, still alive, was found in Germany with an arrow through its neck made from a central African hardwood (see image). This “Pfeilstork” or Arrow Stork offered the first clue that the disappearing birds were in fact travelling extensive distances to overwinter in more comfortable habitats (see map depicting white stork migration). Thereafter a further 25 white storks were found with similar arrows, clearly suggesting that these birds were considered a desirable meal on the wing. Just back from a family visit and holiday in the Netherlands during the hottest summer in most people’s memory, fresh images of white storks (Ooievaar) beaking their way through post-harvest stubble, marshy grass and shallow water in search of insects, rodents, amphibians, reptiles, small mammals and birds to satisfy their carnivorous diet. Further views of monogamous stork pairs high up on a man-made nest at the top of a pole with a lovely all-round view of windmills and flower fields. Back in South Africa I look forward to October and smiling at the White Storks we spot along our way to the village. I appreciate them even more now, understanding the journey they’ve taken and the choice they’ve made to overwinter in our region. Our youngest daughter has her birthday in October. Imagine if just like Dumbo The Elephant, a white stork had brought her to us… how pain-free and lovely if we simply had caught her from the gentle beak of a stork! Of the world’s approximately 10,000 bird species, 1,800 undertake long-distance migration, flying North to breed and South to avoid the winter. Incredible to think, matchbox sized swallows flying 9,600 km from South Africa to Europe and then back again! The costs of such an incredible journey are very high, with the large concentration of individuals more prone to the risks of hunting by humans, predation, power lines, wind farms, habitat destruction, all of which are increased through pure exhaustion. My grandad kept a very tight logbook during his and my Gran’s travels through the Med. He recorded several swallows landing on the rigging of the yacht’s mast. The birds were so drained that they could not take off and sadly never flew again. These risks to the individual are however offset by the gains to the species: in the Northern Hemisphere, clutch size, fledgling success are higher due to longer feeding days; and in the Southern Hemisphere, milder climates and a reliable food supply support growth and the storage of reserves for the leg back. We have our own, if considerably larger, swallows migrating annually as
they follow the sun and other good things, only to be drawn back to the charm of our village in summer. Their journey is infinitely less risky and demanding yet certainly not without hazards: passenger spread flu, “extra” leg room(?), that “chicken” dish with the appearance of a gloomy glob, the poor toddler with enduring earache, the carbon footprint remorse. The migration of the birds, insects and mammals is mostly driven by food availability and triggered by day length and temperature. Birds navigate following celestial cues, the sun and stars, together with the earth’s magnetic maps, their genetic programming and for longer lived species, their memory. Older individuals in long-lived sociable species have been observed teaching younger members the route on their first journey. This as opposed to short-lived species where migration has been found to be genetically determined. Physiological changes enable migrating individuals to build up fat reserves and alter sleeping patterns to deal with journeys. Some birds have evolved to travel at night, resulting in less sleep, but in so doing avoiding predation and overheating and increasing their food intake during the day. Such a nocturnal flock remains united and avoids collisions through short calls between individuals. The migratory journey usually begins in a broad front, narrowing to follow flyways along the coast, mountain ranges and rivers, taking advantage of the updrafts and avoiding long stretches of water. For some species, eagles, vultures, storks and buzzards, hot rising air available only during the day is vital for their movement. They must avoid coastal regions and expansive water. Geese and many others fly in V-formation thereby reducing energy expenditure (see image of geese in flight). Has me thinking about my couch-bound partner, watching the peloton of lycrasleek cyclists slipstreaming through the recent Tour de France. Now for some incredible journey records: • An Artic Tern undertook the longest distance journey of 22,000 km from the Arctic to the Antarctic, one end of the world to the other. • Bar headed geese hold the record for the fastest climb rate, reaching the greatest altitude in crossing the Himalayas, an incredible 6,540m. • An individual Manx Shearwater, the longest lived migratory bird recorded, travelled 8 million km’s during its 50 year life span. Not all migratory birds travel from North to South. Albatrosses circle the earth, flying enormous distances over the Southern Oceans. Others make less daunting journeys. Almost half of Australia’s passerines (sparrow-like birds) fly between the southern continents, whilst other high-altitude species “leap-frog” down the slope avoiding the territories of sedentary species. Wattled, Blue and Crowned Cranes move seasonally within their ranges in Africa. The Blue Crane, our local/ National Bird, migrates locally within South Africa moving to lower elevations in autumn and winter with their young. Flocking is more common during the winter when several hundred birds gather. Soberingly more than 40% of migratory species are declining and 200 of these species are globally threatened. The biggest threat of all is habitat destruction, and particularly in the South, with the resultant loss of favourable sites for feeding and protection. International collaboration is essential to ensure that flyways, stopover and wintering sites are safe. Conservation initiatives have named migratory birds ambassadors of bird AND human wellbeing. They know no boundaries! Our countries are tied together by the creatures that travel between and rely on them. A lovely symbol for moving beyond shortsighted politics to the valuing of life and cooperation.
SCHOOL TALK
All local schools are invited to send news and photographs each month. OKKIE SMUTS
BUTTERFLY CENTRE
Butterfly Centre Sports Day PANTHERA'S LION PARTY PROJECT. Okkie Smuts had a roaring day supporting Panthera Africa for Lion day. Learners and staff dressed up as Lions, wild cats or even prey and gave a donation towards the sanctuary. Donations are much needed to feed the wild cats and for vet bills. Please support this worthy cause.
On Friday 3 August on the village green the very first Butterfly Centre Sports Day took place! It's hard to explain in words how much this event meant to the children and parents there. These special children had practised hard and they truly gave it their all. There was so much cheering and encouragement not just from spectators but from the children, for each other. Egg and spoon races, beanbag tossing and a tug-of-war. Some of the local Stanford home-schooled children joined in, which made things even more special as it showed the real power of inclusive play, and how sport can connect people from all walks of life, despite our differences. The kids all beamed from ear to ear as they went up to collect their chocolate coin medals and the look on their faces was pure magic. It was truly a beautiful thing to behold. Thanks so much to everyone who helped, to teacher Sindy Furley and Vuyokazi Vithi Siza and to Coach Richard Opperman and those who came to watch. The Butterfly Centre in Stanford is a registered NPO which caters to children who do not fit into the mainstream environment. It currently relies largely on fundraising to continue expanding.
Find out more on our Butterfly Centre facebook page, or at www.xplorio. com/stanford/the-butterflycentre.
Photos by Annelise Mouton
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SCHOOL TALK By M Maree DIE BRON Rugby & Netball #U13teams The much awaited Annual Netball & Rugby Games were held on Thursday, 2 August 2018 with great excitement. We hope you had fun and looking forward to your next visit!!
Here's our winners #GrRCompetition
Congratulations to our winners! Mr. Grade R - E-Jay Booysen First Prince - Antonio Tobias Second Prince - Demetrie Messias
Ms. Grade R - Rakeesha Dreyer First Princess - Iviwe Nkqubezelo Second Princess - Tamia Block
Grade R #Afterstorytime A rainbow story touched our imagination.
Mr. Pre Grade R - Bijorgan Van Heerden Ms. Pre Grade R - Nicole Phillips Ms. Personality - Gammery Mcklein
Thank You... Grade R Learners, Parents, Judges, Stanford Hills for generous donation and Local Neighborhood watch.
Grade R Life Skills #Occupation Thank You, Fernando Damon for sharing your time and experiences with us.
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FUNDRAISING By Phil Murray
Buzzy Bees rethatching fundraising drive Please don’t forget the fundraising target of R30k which is needed to rethatch the heritage building which was previously used as Buzzy Bees school. The roof is in such a poor state that the school building now stands empty as it is not safe to use, and the damage to this historic building continues, especially through
winter time. Stanford Conservation Trust, and the Heritage Committee have adopted this fundraiser and a beautiful little replica of the building is in the tourism office, being used as a donation box. Please consider making a donation towards this fund to protect an 1860s nagmaalhuisie in our heritage village. Okkie
A ROARING THANK YOU TO OUR LOCALS! Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary would love to say a roaring thank you to everyone who supported our Big Lion Pawty on 10 August! We are now so much closer to our goal of R150,000 which will cover our vet bills for the year. So far we have managed to spay our lionesses Elsa, Lei-ah and Baguira as well as our cheetah Pema. Our jackal Maya has also been spayed and a rotten tooth has been removed. Sheeba our leopard has had an eyelift due to excess skin which caused a constant eye infection. We still need to pay for an eye specialist to do an examination of Lei-ah and Elsa to see if a surgery is needed. Jubatus and Chaka are both on special medication for neurological and physical conditions, so in a month or so our vet, Dr Peter, will check if they need further care.
Smuts school has undertaken to renovate the building but they have a shortfall and cannot afford to rethatch the whole roof. For more information, please contact Gill Wolters 082 746 3443
SUDOKU The puzzle consists of a 9 x 9 grid containing given clues in various places. The object is to fill all empty squares so that the numbers 1 – 9 appear exactly once in each row, column and irregular shaped box. SOLUTIONS ON PAGE 16 By www.1sudoku.com
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Thank you to everyone who donated so generously. A special thanks to everyone who donated prizes for our yearly fundraiser: Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, Cliff Lodge, High Season Farm, Dyer Island Cruises, White Shark Projects, Graze Café, Sammy Butler, Lomond Wines, Raka Wines, Vaalvlei, Fynbos Distillery, Twee Jonge Gezellen, Springfontein Wines, Mission House Gallery and Framers, Serafini Jewellery, Marian Binder. If you would like to make a donation for our beautiful big cats, our bank details are: Bank: First National Bank Account Name: Panthera Africa NPC Account Number: 62459961142 Branch Code: 200 412 SWIFT: FIRNZAJJ Or visit our website to pay via PayPal.
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A heartfelt thank you from Cathrine, Lizaene and the whole Panthera Africa pride!
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Telephone Directory
The Stanford Telephone Directory will list personal and business telephone numbers in and around the village. This A5 booklet contains a calendar, school term dates and is used daily by Stanford residents, thus ensuring maximum coverage for your business. Copies of the Stanford Telephone Directory 2019 will be printed and distributed for free throughout Stanford and the Overberg.
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STANFORD WATER RESULTS
by Clive Pearce RIVER WATER: DETERMINANT (E.COLI)
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MONTH
E. coli Standard (0/100ml)
Supplied by OverstrandRIVER MunicipalityTALK
Total Coliform bacteria (only
Heterotrophic Plate Count (only
Under treatment sewerage outlet point (Jetty next to erf 396)
Above treated sewerage outlet point (bridge on R43 to Hermanus)
921
2419
<10/100ml)
<1000/100ml)
February 2017
0
0
0
March 2017
0
0
0
65
66
April 2017
0
0
0
387
2419
May 2017
0
0
0
2419
2419
June 2017
0
0
110
2419
2419 687
July 2017
0
0
0
770
August 2017
0
5
8
261
197
228
727
September 2017
0
0
0
October 2017
0
0
0
13
12 n/a 1986
November 2017
0
1
0
n/a
December 2017
0
0
0
127
January 2018
0
0
0
28
15 1120
February 2018
0
0
0
870
March 2018
0
0
0
2419
2419
April 2018
0
2
19
2419
2419
May 2018
0
4
1
20
261
June 2018
0
0
0
40
50
July 2018
0
0
0
72
23
RAINFALL (mm)
SCORE SWOP SHOP WISH LIST
Supplied by Seymour Paterson
IDENTIFIED NEEDS Apart from school supplies, requests have been made for the following items to be available from the Swop Shop:
Jerseys, Beanies, Coats and Jackets
Shoes, Socks, Wellington Boots, Raincoats
Soap, Deodorant, Sanitary Towels, Toiletries
Blankets, Towels
You are more than welcome to contact me: Mobile: 082 892 9507 Landline: 028 341-0372 Yours faithfully
Elma Hunter
SCORE co-ordinator
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
AVG
JAN
19
14
35
37
104
23.4
22.4
94.1
18.1
35.6
FEB
17.5
20
16
16
17
18.2
23.1
17
29
20.2
MARCH
20
26
28.5
29
25
14
64.7
9.8
30
31.9
APRIL
30
56
53.3
54
48
13.3
35.3
31.6
36.7
47.7
JUNE
91.5
88
86
84
139
160
101
98.8
51.4
55.9
JULY
43
56
103
33
91
109.5
143.8
69.8
84.5
101.8
AUG
46
74
125
234
41
52.4
73.9
93.9
70
90.4
SEPT
35.5
25.5
73
60.5
42
42.2
66
21.7
OCT
50
25
111.5
62
36
23.7
34.5
42.4
NOV
57
42
26
212
43
49.5
7
74.8
DEC
40
23.5
6
5
13
15.7
12.7
12.5
YEAR
459
533
708
881.5
629
554.6
602.4
578.7
CLASSIFIEDS There is an HONESTY BOX at Stanford Tourism where you can pay for your classifieds. Please enclose the amount in an envelope or ed@stanfordrivertalk.co.za or call 081 750 4006 (SMALL ADS: R1 a word)
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Stiffie du Toit, Lapa Munnik, Vion Wium, Danie du Toit & Andre Barnard
Joke
of the Month
General Practioners | Algemene Praktisyns HOURS/URE: Monday - Friday Maandag - Vrydag 13h00-17h00
Queen Victoria Centre, Stanford Contact: 028 312 1119 / 082 575 3968
There is a senior citizen driving on the highway. His wife calls him on his cell phone and in a worried voice says, ''Herman, be careful! I just heard on the radio that there is a madman driving the wrong way on Route 280!'' Herman says, ''I know, but there isn't just one, there are hundreds!''
AFRICAN HORSE COMPANY
Guided multi-day trails & outrides along the whale coast & through unspoilt nature reserves. +27 (0) 82 667 9232 omstables@telkomsa.net www.africanhorseco.com
SUDOKU Were you able to complete the puzzle? See if you can complete next months 9x9 Sudoku puzzle. By www.1sudoku.com
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HARD
HARD
September Livia Roodt 1 September
Janet Marshall 7 September
Lionello Giovanetti 1 September
Jami Kastner 2 September
Emma Kriel 2 September
Isabel Loff 10 September
Mandy Erwee 10 September
Nicholas Erwee 12 September
Nicolaas Rossouw 14 September
Sanette Upton 14 September
Ntombizandile Kuze 15 September
Willie de Waal 15 September
Robyn Lavender 17 September
Sybill October 17 September
Rachel Horn 18 September
Henry Gibson 24 September
Ryan Ingles 24 September
Indica Dorland Squires 27 September
Gill Ball 30 September
Daleen van Rooyen 30 September
Ayabulela Mancoba 26 September
Griffin Nale 10 September
Karina Dreyer 3 September
Serika Williams 12 September
If your birthday or a special occasion is coming up, please email: ed@stanfordrivertalk.co.za or send an sms 082 081 886 750 2424 4006 STANFORD RIVER TALK 17
LIST YOUR BUSINESS FOR JUST R16.50 A MONTH ACCOMMODATION A Pinot Noir Cottage A Stanford Country Cottage Beloftebos Cottages De Kleine Rivers Valey House Morton Cottage Mosaic Farm Oom Pietjie se Huisie Reiersvlei Stanford River Lodge The Country Cottage Villa on the Bay Walshacres Riverside
082 456 8091 082 320 0982 082 391 5331 028 341 0048 082 450 3970 028 313 2814 073 156 9997 082 213 0512 028 341 0444 083 553 0663 082 336 1573 082 614 6322
ACTIVITIES Boat River Cruises Lady Stanford 028 341 0358 ANTIQUES & BOOKS Home of Sir Robert Stanford 028 341 0048 ARCHITECTURE Grant Anderson Maureen Wolters Gregg Goddard
072 364 3694 082 450 3970 082 783 9737
BUILDING Stanford Bricks
028 341 0685
BUILDING PLANS Jan Biernacki
072 546 1567
CONFERENCE CENTRE Mosaic Farm
028 313 2814
COUNSELLING Lana Ackermann
083 339 1641
(ONLY R198/YEAR)
ELECTRICIAN HCD Electrical DISTILLERY Fynbos Distillery
LOCAL SERVICES AND FACILITIES
084 769 1053
ESTATE AGENTS Pam Golding Stanford Village Properties Seeff
076 320 3092
PLUMBING PlumbTec RESTAURANTS 1892 Stanford Spookhuis Birkenhead Galley
082 609 0809 028 313 2814 028 341 0013
HOUSE MANAGEMENT Stanford Country Cottages
028 341 0708 ROOF REPAIRS 082 893 2282 Overberg Roof Repair 079 881 4422 072 111 9321 028 341 0033 082 851 9452 TELEVISION/DSTV Rod Dacre Television 073 160 4495 028 341 0134 VINTAGE ACCESSORIES & DECOR Lace 082 781 1704 082 781 1704 WEDDING VENUES Mosaic Farm 028 313 2814 082 320 0982 Villa on the Bay 082 336 1573
INTERIORS Kiwinet Maureen Wolters
028 341 0209 082 450 3970
WINE CELLAR & SALES Stanford Hills Estate 028 3410 841 Sir Robert Stanford Wine Estate 028 341 0441
MASSAGE & HEALTH Stanford Health Practice
082 481 8285
WOOD Walshacres Farm
FUNERALS Nashca Funerals HOTEL Stanford Hotel
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Klein River Picnics 028 3410 693 Lady Stanford Boat Cruises 028 341 0358 River Rat Boat Cruises 083 310 0952 PETS & PET CARE Stanford Kennels Syringa Country Kennels
028 341 0685 082 898 4889
028 341 0961 028 341 0961
WEEKLY TIMETABLE Monday 09:00, Pilates, 083 339 1641, Lana, NG Church Hall Monday 17:00, Running Time Trials, corner Adderley and Longmarket, last Monday of each month at Stanford Hills Estate. Monday & Wednesday, Canoeing, Slipway Church St, John Finch 028 341 0444, Jan Malan 082 452 9877 Tuesday 08:30 – 10:00, Iyengar Yoga, Birkenhead Brewery, Marianne 082 2919 638. Tuesday 17:30 & Friday 08:30, Maitri Yoga, Tasha Saha, 076 968 8608. Tuesday & Thursday 17:00 -18:00, Tae Bo, Okkie Smuts School Hall, Ronnie 083 655 4521. Tuesday & Thursday 17:30, Cycling, cnr de Bruin & Moore Streets, Sunday 08:00 Caltex Garage David Morrison 082 321 7996, John Finch 082 378 1935. Wednesday 16:00 & Saturday 09:00 Canoe Club Training. Time Trial notices will appear from August 2017. Chris Wolf 083 455 3605 Wednesday, 18:30, Rotary Stanford Club Meeting, Graze. Everyone welcome. Lana 082 216 4398. Thursday 18:30 - 21:30 Heal Your Life® Evening Group Sessions, 071 382 9033 Thursday 08:00 Pilates, 083 339 1641, Lana, NG Church Hall Thursday 09:00 -10:15 Yoga, Leli 082 350 0253 Friday 09:00, Yoga, 084 685 2641, Viv von der Heyden, 23 Quick Street. Fridays: 19:00 – 20:00 (effective 1 July 2018) Alcoholics Anonymous, has moved to United Church Hermanus (opposite Checkers). Call Amanda 072 878 7687 or Gerard 076 541 7196 Saturday 09:00 Canoe Club Training. Time Trial notices will appear from August 2017. Chris Wolf 083 455 3605
WORSHIP IN STANFORD THRONE OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES Community Hall Stanford Wednesday evening 6pm – 8pm Sunday 10am – 1pm Apostle Fortune Mugabe 063 840 0664
ST THOMAS ANGLICAN CHURCH
STANFORD UNITED CHURCH
Morton St, Father Joseph Gabriëls 028 3410588 1st Sunday 10:30 Communion (Afr) 2nd Sunday 10:30 Service (Afr) 3rd Sunday 08:00 Communion (Eng) 4th Sunday 10:30 Service (Afr)
Interdenominational * English Municipal Boardroom (near Post boxes) 6pm Sunday Bible Study: 7pm Tuesday night All welcome. Venue changes weekly. Phone for enquiries: Jan Troost 072 345 9057 Mary Troost 084 643 4504
FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF GOD cnr Queen Victoria & Bezuidenhout St. 09:30 Sunday service Pastor Johnny van der Schyff 028 3410 422 STANFORD RIVER TALK 18
NG GEMEENTE STANFORD Sondae 9:00 in die kerkgebou Office tel 028 3410 966
VG KERK (next to De Bron School) 10:00 Sunday morning Maureen Diedericks 028 3410 691
TABLE MOUNTAIN FUND SMALL GRANT APPLICATION Do you have a Conservation project concept that could use an injection of a small grant of R30k from the Table Mountain Fund, administered by the Grootbos Foundation and supported by Whale Coast Conservation? Apply before 31 October 2018 to stand a chance to be awarded 1 of 7 useful grants. Antjies Handmade Naturals made use of one of these grants earlier this year to run a free seamstress course for locals in the Community Upliftment drive.
Request for Kit Sponsorship for the Stanford Young TIGERS SOCCER TEAM Stanford Tourism and Business has been approached by the Young Tigers Coach, Anele Mngeni (better known as Ace) with a request for soccer kit sponsorship. The senior team of the Young Tigers is delighted to have just been moved up into the mid-league which includes teams from Gansbaai, Bredasdorp, Swellendam, Kleinmond, Hermanus and Caledon. They would love to get new team shirts and shorts, branded with the Young Tigers logo for the senior team, and if possible also the U15 team. A local Stanford individual has offered to sponsor the branding of the kit itself, if money to purchase the kit/s can be raised. The Rotary Club of Stanford supports this initiative and has offered to make their bank account available for deposits. The Rotary Club of Stanford will make the direct payment once the target of approximately R5 000 per full team kit is reached (R10 000 for 2 full team kits). This is a great opportunity and good timing for local businesses and individuals to support unity in the Stanford community through sport. The Young Tigers field an U11 team, an U15 team and a senior team and these players thrive on the opportunity to play soccer competitively against local soccer clubs. Sport unites players, fosters positive team spirit and motivates young people. Sport also teaches discipline. The match fixtures will be drawn on 22 July, after which the fixtures will be expected to kick off in early August 2018. Thank you for your support of this fundraising initiative in the community of Stanford. If you would like to receive photographs of the Young Tigers in the new kit once it is ready, and receive the Young Tigers fixture list, please contact Stanford Tourism and Business. For deposits, please remember to use the reference below and your name: The Rotary Club of Stanford FNB Hermanus A/c # 623 559 796 95 Branch code 250655 Reference: SPORTSKIT Your name STANFORD RIVER TALK 19
7am -Â8pm
OF SEPTEMBER 2018