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A FRESH APPROACH TO LOCAL NEWS Volume 02, 27 May 2014, Week 22
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Removing barriers to education
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Tutudesk; a partnership initiative by the family of the Nobel Prize winner; Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, and the Amway Corporation handed over more than 1529 Tutudesks to Rondebult Primary School. The Germiston school has become the latest beneficiary of the campaign, which was established with the objective to help underprivileged children realise their right to education in learners and the benefit of doing so without the hindrances often associated with poorly equipped schools. The handover event was attended by representatives from the Amway Corporation, Desmond Tutu’s family and a group from Vanderbilt University in Nashville Tennessee (USA). The guests of honour were no doubt the girls and boys of Rondebult Primary who sang and participated in numerous activities while they eagerly anticipated the handover. Rondebult’s Headmistress, Mrs Nozuko Khenyana welcomed the various delegates and gave a brief history of the 130 year old school, which she joined in 2010. The school has since gone through various upgrades all geared towards addressing challenges of overcrowding in the classrooms. “Thank you to Amway South Africa for your faith in our school,” said Mrs Khenyana speaking to the Tutudesk partners. “We have challenges, but we are improving and we know that we can do it regardless
CRY NO MORE RONDEBULT: Sharing desks will now be a thing of the past for learners at Rondebult Primary School thanks to the lapdesks by Tutudesk. of the challenges. The desks will alleviate pressure and improve our results. Our learners will be eager to come to school knowing that they don’t have to share a desk”. Speaking at the handover, Amway South Africa’s General Manager; Raj Parshotam said, “The learners are the special ones.
When we look at the country ten years from now, it is this group which will be the engine of the economy.” Amway, through its One by One division and the Tutudesk, campaign has to date invested over R2,2 million and distributed over 14 000 lapdesks to schools all over the country in the areas which Amway operates.
Amway Corporation SA GM – Raj Parshotam
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Queen for a day
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A note from the editor
On Friday 16 May, Reach for a Dream and 20 of their little queens enjoyed a day of pampering. During their day at the Palace of Dreams at Emperors Palace, the girls enjoyed royal treatment and the company of Hlubi Mboya (actress), Tshegofatso Monggae (Miss SA 2014 finalist) and Vusi Zwane (Peermont Corporate Affairs & CSI Executive) among others. The objective behind the day was to make the girls feel special and beautiful while easing the effects of their illnesses. The girls were also treated to lunch, a walk down the red carpet to a throne where they were crowned with a tiara and a sash as a “Queen for a Day”
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PAINTING NAILS: Lehlogonolo, one of the young girls suffering from a life-threatening illness was taken out of her hospital environment by the Reach For A Dream Foundation, to be treated as a “Queen for a Day”, gets pampered by actress Hlubi Mboya. Photo by: Yolanda van der Stoep.
BEAUTY QUEEN WAVE:Miss SA finalist; Tshegofatso Monggae, with one of the girls, Lethabo who even gave a royal wave to the other girls. Photo by:Yolanda van der Stoep.
Wear your tekkies for a good cause Tekkie Tax 2013 exceeded all expectations by raising R2.4 million in their first year. More than 180 local welfare organisations benefited from the proceeds which were all distributed in November last year. So where did the hearts of the people lie in 2013? 34% of the participating audience chose a C sticker, representing Children, making this the most supported sector. This year the Tekkie Tax team presents you with yet another opportunity to show where your heart lies on Friday, 30 May 2014. Members of the public are asked to get a Tekkie Tax sticker for a R10 donation from any of the participating welfare organisations. You can also order what you need directly from their
website. Depending on where your heart lies, you can choose any of the 5 sectors you would like to support when buying your sticker/s (and YES, you may choose more than one) Animals, Basic Family Care, Children, Disability or Education On Tekkie Tax day, you simply wear the big sticker on your lapel and put the small one on your cellphone to stay there for the rest of the year. Whatever your outfit is for the day, wear
your tekkies. You can even spiff up your tekkies by getting a pair of their funky shoelaces called “Tekkie Tags” (R30 including your sticker of choice) The campaign is endorsed by 15 of our biggest and most accountable national NGOs in the country, representing more than 1 000 local organisations. • Epilepsy SA • Child Welfare SA • SOS Children’s Villages • CHOC (Childhood Cancer Foundation) • Special Olympics SA • Endangered Wildlife Trust • HPCA - Hospice Palliative Care SA • Pet Welfare SA • Imisebeyelanga Services • Meals on Wheels • ACVV • VVA • Highveld Horse Care Unit • Cheshire Homes SA • SAVF . . . and these are just the national beneficiaries. Annelise de Jager, National project organiser said, “Saving money is always an important issue but saving money in a fundraising campaign is vital. With 15 national welfare organisations working together we are able to keep the costs of the project lower than any other campaign of its kind. We are not re-inventing the wheel but we are changing the face of fundraising in SA.”
Yet another week has gone by and we are now fast approaching the half way mark of 2014 – how are we doing on those resolutions? Today we wake a country with a new National Parliament, new Provincial Legislatures and most importantly a newly swornin President of the Republic of South Africa. We have a lot to be proud of, now I know there is a lot of work yet to be done before we realise the South Africa of our dreams, but indulge me for a second – how many countries on our continent hold regular elections? In how many African countries are election results accepted as the true reflection of the peoples will? Since the dawn of our democracy we have as a nation learnt to live with the results of our now steady and periodic elections. We don’t always have the panoramic perspective needed to acknowledge not only the negative elements of the state of our country, but we also need to celebrate our advances lest we slip into a hopeless national depression. On Sunday the continent celebrated Africa Day. I personally enjoyed the day listening to music representing the diverse cultures of our continent thanks to the amazing performers who made my day at the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens. What did you get up to? Let me know and send your photos to ndu@tametimes.co.za. Onto the newspaper, we have launched a new feature in conjunction with Fashion House & Buyers Lounge in Bedfordview where we will be receiving fashion tips once every two weeks – have a read on the colours and trends for this winter in Fashion Trends by Erika Schwartz. Stay Blessed
All the beneficiary organisations render a service in South Africa. They have been selected, hand-picked and checked out carefully to ensure that no matter which sector you choose to support, your donation will be used in the best possible way.
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African People’s Convention Krejcir: increasing legal woes The PolitBuro of the APC met on Sunday 18 May to reflect and analyse the outcome of the 2014 National and Provincial elections and to map a way forward. Among the issues addressed was the APC’s call for the review and possible migration of the current paper based electoral system to an electronic system. The APC thanked all citizens who exercised their right to vote in the May 7 election and urged those who abstained to reconsider
their position in the future. Along with their call for an electronic voting system the APC also called for the full implementation of the electoral policies regarding campaigning on the election-day, wearing of party regalia as well as the current political party funding in order to level the playing field. All of the PolitBuro’s requests were made as a means of ensuring that the principle of free and fair elections maintained.
* Photo by Werner Beukes/SAPA Radovan Krejcir’s legal woes were increased on Thursday 22 May, when the North Gauteng High Court granted a provisional preservation order against the assets of Krejcir, his wife and several companies which he allegedly used to avoid paying his taxes. Krejcir’s legal team lodged an application to have the hearing for the order postponed stating that due to preparations for his criminal case in the South Gauteng Court and his extradition hearing Krejcir had his hands full
– the application was unsuccessful. The results of the unsuccessful application and the courts approval of the preservation order means that the Czech fugitive’ assets would possibly be sold by a curator in order to recover an unconfirmed R114.7 million which Krejcir owes on his taxes. The judge; Ephraim Makgoba, stated (in relation to the application for postponement) that Krejcir was employing delay tactics as more than enough time was granted for him to prepare an opposing affidavit. By Thursday, when the ruling was made, no document had been received from the defence team. Krejcir’s kidnapping and drug dealing case, where he and four of his co-accused are standing in trial for the alleged kidnapping of Bheki Lukhele continues in the South Gauteng High Court. The kidnapping and subsequent assault allegedly came as a result of a R25 million drug deal gone wrong. On Wednesday 21 May Judge Collin Lamont warned Krejcir’s legal team against any time wasting as the case needed to be concluded soon.
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Germiston Girl Guides Girl Guides Age: 10 to 14 years Time: Tuesday 17h30 to 19h30 Brownies and Teddies Age: Brownies: 7-10years. Teddies 5 to 7 years Time: Saturday 8h30 to10h00 Rangers Age: 14 to 18 years Time: Bi-weekly Monday 18h00 to 19h30 Place: Lambton Scout Hall Anne Street Lambton Germiston Contact person: Sue 082-759-5031 Heavenly Flowers Sports day – 31 May Heavenly Flowers Kleuterland will be hosting a Sports day on 31 May. There will be stalls selling food, toys and much more. Singer Anton Botha will perform on the day. Fun activities for young and old such as an obstacle course, athletics, a dog show by the SAPS and the Mr Tummy competition. Venue: Laerskool Delville in Lambton, Germiston. Time: Gates open at 10:00 Entrance fee: R10 per adult, R5 per child under 12, babies get in for free. Kids colour fest Loads of fun for the whole family. Muppet Jones, Martial Arts, Hip Hop – Beat Boys and freestyle dancing competition. Entertainment by DJ Dan and Lloyd. Powder fun, great food and much more Date: 31 May Time: 9:00 – 16:00 Place: Bedfordview Primary
Makause suspect arrested for house breaking and theft The Primrose police arrested a male suspect aged 27 for house breaking and theft at Makause informal settlement. The arrest took place after a complainant alleged that she left her shack and went to Mpumalanga, when she came back she found her shack broken into. Her belongings, including blankets, doors and two matrasses were missing, she made her own investigation and when she had a clue she called the police. The police rushed to the scene and followed the information and the suspect was arrested, he was taken to Primrose SAPS for detention. Primrose SAPS is appealing to the community to refrain from criminal activities because crime does not pay. The suspect appeared at Germiston court and matter reminded for trial CAUGHT: Warrant Officer Joseph Mdanda with the arrested suspect.
Arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition While patrolling in Bedfordview (Sector 3) on Friday 16 May, officers noticed a black male drinking beer in the street. They stopped and approached the male, telling him that he would be arrested for drinking in public. When the officers searched the male they found a firearm on his person. The officers then asked him to produce a license for the firearm, when he failed to do so; the suspect was detained and charged with possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition (eight live rounds).
Weekly Arrests: Primrose Arrests:
Assault common:........................... 02 Assault GBH:.................................. 04 Bribery:............................................ 02 Contempt of court:......................... 01 Drunk and driving:.......................... 01 Drunk in public:.............................. 06 Escape from lawful custody:......... 01 H/b and theft:.................................. 01 Illegal immigrants:.......................... 08 Malicious damage to property:..... 01 Possession of suspected stolen property:.......................................... 01 Rape:............................................... 01 Reck and neg:................................. 01 Theft:................................................ 03 Tresspasing:................................... 01 Urinating in public:......................... 02 Total arrests:................................... 39 Compiled by Primrose SAPS Corporate Communication Officer SGT Styles Maome on behalf of the Station Commander.
Bedfordview Arrests:
Assault:........................................... 1 Common robbery:.......................... 1 Dealing in liquor:............................ 1 Drinking in public:.......................... 4 Drunk and urinating in public:...... 1 Drunk in public:.............................. 9 Drunken driving:............................. 7 Fraud:.............................................. 2 Obstruction of traffic:..................... 3 Possession of dagga:.................... 5 Possession of unlicensed firearm:........................ 1 Reckless and negligent driving:............................................ 1 Shoplifting:...................................... 2 Theft out of motor vehicle:............ 1 Theft:................................................ 9 Travelling without tickets:............. 17 Undocumented person:................. 2 Total arrests:................................... 69
NO GUN LICENSE:Constables Radebe and Zulu with the firearm found on the arrested male
Compiled by Bedfordview SAPS Corporate Communication Officer SGT MP Nhlabathi, on behalf of the Station Commander.
Missing person Sinkie Madiba (69) was reported missing by his brother at the Germiston police station on 12 May 2014. His brother told police that Sinkie had been visiting him from Hammanskraal and had stayed with him. On 11 May, Sinkie packed his clothing into a red Checkers bag and left the shack where they were staying at Goodhope Squatter camp, Germiston. The brother is concerned about Sinkie as he alleges that Sinkie is mentally challenged. Hospitals and even mortuaries have been visited but thus far there is no sign of the missing man. He was last wearing a khaki shirt and navy blue jeans. His head is shaven bald.
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Persons with information can contact the brother Solomon Madiba on 0747567559. Lieutenant Colonel Andy Pieke at Germiston can also be contacted on 011 871- 5037. The National Missing Persons Bureau can also be contacted on 08600 10111.
Correction
Last week in a crime story titled ‘Robbery suspect convicted and sentenced,’ we stated that Senzo Simelani was sentenced to 28 years in prison and was declared unfit to possess a firearm. This was an unfortunate mistake as Simelani was in fact the investigating who worked tirelessly to make the arrest of Lucky Ndlovu who was sentenced to 28 years in prison. We apologise for any harm caused by the mistake.
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DRS Students collect 14 awards
Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc. (DRS) is a x-ray company with branches at all the major hospitals covering the south and east of Johannesburg. DRS prides itself on providing world class training services in conjunction with the University of Johannesburg to all of its students (future radiographers). The University of Johannesburg recently hosted an awards evening to highlight and celebrate the achievements of students
and the lectures who often play the role of supporting learners to achieve their potential. As a university with a longstanding tradition of excellence, students receiving recognitions from the institution are sure to bring the best service to society and their respective work places. DRS have much to be proud of as four of their students received numerous recognitions and awards. Roxanne Jordaan, Julie Maritz, Bibi Seedat
and Nicole Grafin von Platen Hallermund, all students with affiliations to DRS, shared 14 recognitions including the Top Student of the Faculty of Health Sciences for 2013. “Our students made us really proud at the most recent prize giving ceremony by winning almost all the awards in the radiography category. This is evident to their commitment, dedication and hard work. Well done to all of you,” said Roux van
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If you are interested in radiography and would like to join DRS’s training programme contact Lizelle Mans at 011 869 4530.
Highest marks in advanced anatomy & pathology Highest marks in radiation sciences Highest marks in radiographic practice Highest marks in radiographic management Best overall results in third year Nicole also took the award for the Top student of the Faculty of Health Sciences for 2013
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Ekurhuleni Kiddies Games 2014 Assumption welcomes Amy-Mae Campbell
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significantly: over 400 preschools from different regions in Ekurhuleni took part in the 2014 Games, and 35 of these crèches made it through to the Metro finals on 16 May. The children, who are all between 5 and 6-years-old, took part on three different levels: area games, regional games and metro games. A few of the sport activities completed in the Games include: cycling, ball dribbling, ball kicking, ball hopping, among other ball activities, as well as balancing and ring throwing. All the creches that participate in the Metro finals received medals and certificates of participation. The top scoring children won equipment prizes, to enable them to carry on participating in sport at home.
On Friday 16 May over 1000 children from crèches throughout Ekurhuleni participated in the 2014 Ekurhuleni Kiddies Regional Games. The Kiddies Games is an annual event, which forms part of the Ekurhuleni Department of Sport and Recreation’s Early Childhood Development Programme, with the overall aim of encouraging youngsters to participate in sport, and to keep them healthy. “This is a very important programme for us as a Department, because the Early Childhood Development Programme teaches them [the children] co-ordination. They are not playing for championships at this particular moment; they are just recreating. We expect that as time goes on, some are going to be influenced by this and go to sport, others will play sport, others will be coaches, and others will be trainers. From this programme we may identify talent,” said Cllr Zeni Tshongweni, Ekurhuleni MMC for Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture. According to the Ekurhuleni Director of Sport and Recreation, Atwell Sijadu, the initiative also aims to encourage mass participation in sport from a young age. Since the programme A few of the children who participated in the Games. started in 2003, it has grown
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Assumption Convent School welcomes their new Primary School Principal, Mrs Debby Zambon. Mrs Zambon has many years of educational experience in the foundation phase and in the intermediate phase of primary schools, with specific focus on developing relevant and interesting curriculum content which, includes support and enrichment opportunities for children. Mrs Zambon was the Deputy Headmistress: Curriculum at Roedean Junior School and she replaces Mr Chris Reed who retired after 24 years as head of Assumption Convent Primary School.
Road safety challenges addressed Pitter Patter Academy recently took its learners through a fun and educational road safety activity The activity was intended to teach the young ones about the importance of road safety. Paige Graham (5) got to enjoy riding on a motorised bike at Pitter Patter Academy.
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Emperors Palace to host Kings and Queens of Comedy On 30 and 31 May, Emperors Palace in association with Blu Blood will stage the monarchs of South African comedy under one roof as The Kings and Queens of Comedy national tour comes to an end in a two night performance in Gauteng. The hilarious comedy brand, which is taking over the country one uncontrollable fit of laughter at a time, will showcase the amazing talents of South Africa’s hottest comedy exports and up-and-coming talents. The shows will be hosted by famous comedy doctor and MC, Riaad Moosa who will be joined by Paul Chowdhry (UK), Prince Abdi (UK), Trevor Gumbi, Mark Banks, Stuart Taylor,
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Chester Missing, Jason Goliath, Donovan Goliath, Tracey Lee Oliver and Celeste Ntuli with a special appearance from the UK’s Ava Vidal. The show will take place at the Centre Court and will start at 20:00. Tickets start from R180 per person and can be booked through the Emperors Palace Box Office on 011 928 1297/1213 or on www.emperorspalace.com or www. computicket.com. No under 18’s will be permitted. For an extended visit, purchase a Dinner and Show package from as little as R330 per person. For menus, bookings and more information contact 011 928 1297/1213.
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JRA mobile app: Find & Fix
The Johannesburg Roads Agency’s (JRA) new mobile app Find &Fix was recently launched. This app is the first of its kind in the country, continent and the Southern Hemisphere. Find &Fix allows motorists to notify the agency with pin-point accuracy about potholes, storm water drains, manhole covers, faulty traffic lights and other infrastructure defects related to JRA. The Find & Fix app tagged as “snap it, send it, and well fix it” - is freely downloadable for most mobile operating System platforms such as Windows Phone 8, Android and iOS for Apple. The app provides accurate location with GPS coordinates and makes it easy to provide photo evidence, which compliments the JRA‟s ability to plan repairs more scientifically based on reports and data received, thereby enhancing efficiency and increasing productivity. The JRA is confident their new mobile application will allow more efficient service delivery in the City of Johannesburg. JRA Managing Director Skhumbuzo Macozoma explained the app will reduce the backlog experienced at their call centre. “The app has the ability of reconciling calls.” The JRA encourages residents to report all road and storm water related issues, including potholes to 0860 562 874/ hotline@ jra.org.za / twitter @MyJra./ and the new JRA Find&Fix app.
Colour me winter With Autumn/ Winter 2014 arriving in full force, South African fashion trends are featuring and focusing on the iconic 50’s style. To find distinctive items for your closet from chic European styles to local trend setting designers, pop into the smaller boutiques and select your comfy every day wear or visit chain stores. Prints retain their popularity in stores and wardrobes of the fashionable, as they have been for the past two years, and will remain sought after (even the perceivable summer floral prints) throughout the Autumn/Winter season. The long trending leopard print has left the scene this year while snakeskin and tiger-prints take the limelight. South Africans have a tendency to shop more along the lines of simple, traditional styles and remain drawn to the “safe” colour chart. This season pastels and softer colour trends have successfully replaced the dull greys, insipid browns and the monotonous black wardrobe that usually make their appearance when the chill sets in. Those in the know predict more of the nudes, creams, coral, and mints garments in the softest tones, but this time with a difference. Add a pop of colour with accessories to break through the flatness.
Must have items this coming season: Coats, dresses, chunky knitted jerseys and scarfs. At work look: Pair these with leggings and sky-high stilettos, for the feminine touch at the work place. Night out: For a romantic dinner wear your warm woolies with knee high boots for a more laid back, comfortable feel.
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A-line coats are a big trend this season. They come in varied lengths and can be worn in many different ways including as a dress over winter leggings or you can wear a long or short coat with skinny jeans and boots to keep snug and chic on those colder winter days.
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Assumption wins Inter-Catholic Netball On Saturday 17 May, Assumption Convent School’s strongest open netball team took part in the Inter-Catholic festival held at Sacred Heart. After a shaky start with a loss to Brescia during the round robin, the girls composed themselves and got through to the finals. The team managed to bring
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head and heart together and beat Brescia by one point. The open’s victory follows the U15’s victory at the InterCatholic Festival held at St Theresa’s only a week before, a huge achievement for Assumption Convent School and the development of young netballers.
SA’S CHAMPION PUNTER: The Sundance kid celebrates his winnings.
Assumption Convent School’s open netball team which took first place at the Inter-Catholic festival hosted at Sacred Heart.
Michael “Sundance Kid” Rofail from Bedfordview came from behind to win the TAB Tournament of Champions (TOC) held at Turffontein Racecourse on 17 May. Rofail’s closing balance of just over R32 000 took him up the leader board entitling him to the first prize in the pool of R70 400. Rofail’s luck changed when he caught two quartets later in the day which put him in front with a clear lead. Players in the tournament played off a R6000 starting balance where they had to play a minimum of R400 per race, R1000 on exotics and the remaining R1400 was used at their own discretion. Rofail who plays under the name the Sundance Kid said, “It feels great to know that I am South Africa’s champion punter.” The next TOC race meeting is expected to take place end of July. Alfie Little, Phumelela’s operations manager said, “We have exciting ideas for the last tournament of the season which will create much interest.”
Local schools show high level of competitiveness A squad of 50 developmental and elite young men and ladies were selected to represent SASRU (South African Schools Rowing Union) at the Ghent International Regatta in Belgium from 10-11 May. These Students were selected from Gauteng and the Western Cape to form composite squads, due to their performance throughout the 2014 rowing season. The learners competed in both the International Belgium Senior Rowing Championship (against open rowers) and in the International Flemish Junior Rowing Championships. Their competition included national teams from Wales, Ireland, Belgium, Netherlands and UK Clubs Leander and Oxford Brookes. All participants achieved superb results and
SASRU was repeatedly spotlighted for multiple wins and places throughout the two day regatta. The Under 16/17 Gauteng Sculler squad, highlighted in this article, were amongst the achievers. Coached by James Buchanan and Dillon Mantle, the quad, consisting of Armin Wessels (St Johns) Joshua Nixon (St Dunstans), Zachary Christophers (St Benedicts ) and Nicholas Mason (St Albans), took silver on Sunday, smashing their previous personal best time over 2kms by more than 15s. Gabriel Smith (St Albans) was the most successful junior Sculler from either province, achieving 11th place in a race of more than 50 competitors.
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Callies ready for 2014 Comrades Marathon Ndu Ngwenya
ndu@tametimes.co.za Germiston Callies Club was established in 1921, the same year as the first Comrades Marathon. In the following years leading up to today, the club has managed to establish itself as the one club with the largest number of Comrades Marathon winners (5 winners). Each year the club hosts a breakfast meeting before the annual run. The breakfast gives the club a chance to set the tone for the race, members the opportunity to interact, to get to know the clubs plans, share any last minute preparation tips and for families enjoy the company of their loved ones; who are often too busy training for race day. This year’s breakfast was held on Sunday 25 May at the Victoria Lake Club in Germiston. Family and friends of the athletes gathered to share some light moments over breakfast before being addressed by the days key note speaker and former Callies runner; Tommy Milan. Tommy Milan ran the Comrades Marathon ten times and won the gruelling race with a time of 6 hours, 14 minutes and 7 seconds back in 1966, a year in which the race was an up-run. Milan then ran his final race in 1980 having represented Callies several times. Among the club’s more senior runners in attendance on Sundays breakfast was Allan Robb, who will this year be running his 42
St Andrews equestrian results The St Andrew’s School for Girls Equestrian Team participated in the 3rd Equestrian School Qualifier at Weltemeyer over the weekend (16 – 18 May). The team received eight 1st places, five 2nd places, two 3rd places, three 4th places, two 6th places, one 7th place and one 8th place. Members of the St Andrews School equestrian team.
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Second place for Le Roux in provincial tournament Gauteng Knockdown Fighter, Jordan Le Roux, 3rd Dan Black Belt from the Kenshikai Karate Organization recently competed in Ulundi, KZN at the IKO Kyokushinkai Provincial Tournament Event and placed 2nd in her Ladies Open Weight Division. Le Roux is currently in training to compete in the United States in September, the United Kingdom in October and Bulgaria in November, all in no padding Full Contact IFK Kyokushinkai Hosted Tournament Events. Le Roux is coached by her instructor Sensei Shaun Burgess. For any queries with regards to training venues in your area please contact 0828566860.
Elite boxing The Ekurhuleni Elite Boxing team will be taking part in the Gauteng Elite Boxing Championship between 30 and 31 May, at Koedoespoort in Pretoria. Good luck to them all.
INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION: Tommy Milan and Allan Robb at the annual Germiston Callies Comrades Breakfast. consecutive Comrade Marathon. This year the Germiston Callies Club will have four stations at this year’s race and will be represented by 66 runners who share a combined 440 Comrades Marathon finishes
among them. For these 66 the breakfast and the message by Milan had a lot of meaning, knowing that they are not only part of the club, but also that they are the current custodians of it’s great heritage.
Back: Peter Armstrong (Coach), Lamla, Sibosiso, Piet van Vuuren (Manager), David and Gert de Klerk (Coach). Front: Lifa, Phumi and Sipho.