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Laurelle Williams laurelle@tametimes.co.za Lerato Educational Centre has truly been blessed recently. Nashua Children’s Fund donated 50 trees and Keen Gro Nursery donated 25 bags of compost and with the man power of Waterstone College boy learners the trees were planted. Now the Lerato learners look forward to the trees growing so they will be able to sit under the shade of these trees. “We are so grateful to all the wonderful residents from the South and “Charities for Change” who donated R70 for each tree for the compost, phosphate, digging of the holes and much more. Just to know in a few years time we will have these wonderful trees bring shade to children from the sweltering sun and to rest under reading a book,” Rene Parker from Lerato Educational Centre said. The Waterstone debutante queen, St Andrews’ girls and Johannesburg Junior WANTING GROWTH: Lerato Educational Centre learners are happy to have trees planted. Council and the Waterstone boy learners all helped Sister Mary and Sister Helen to dig the by a kind farmer that will keep the children’s holes for the trees however the highlight of tummies full for awhile. the day was a 45 kilogram pumpkin donated
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LOVING LERATO: Rene Parker, Sister Mary, Waterstone Debutant Jo, Liam on the massive pumpkin, Sister Helen and Candice from the Johannesburg Junior Council.
Winter is coming, and just like humans, animals should have shelter and somewhere where they can comfortably rest. The freedom from discomfort is just one of the five freedoms that the Johannesburg SPCA strongly believe in. A blanket is used to keep us warm and comfortable during the cold months. Animals deserve the same. JSPCA are sending out an appeal to all their supporters for donations of blankets to allow then to build up their stock for the winter months. They use their blankets up relatively quickly especially when the playful puppies decide to play tug of war. Add blankets to your monthly shopping list and donate the blankets to the Johannesburg SPCA.
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Welcome to April. Today is not only the first day of a brand new month but is also tame TIMES 5TH anniversary and next week Tuesday I will be celebrating my 31st birthday. April is definitely a celebratory month. I look back to when I first started at tame TIMES four years ago and how excited (and naive) I was to be involved in the community of the south. If you grew up in the south, you will forever have the passion and belief in the area and will be protective over it, I am sure all southerners can relate. We are a small knit community who knows everyone whether it is from school, family or friends and have a proud enthusiasm for our roots. I can only feel humbled by the relationships I have made personally as well on a professional level. As I have matured into a young woman so has tame TIMES grown into a brand that the community has come to know and value. As I might not be too thrilled about the years that are added on to my age, the years that are added to tame TIMES are welcomed and praised. As a fellow colleague said, “We survived.” And actually I welcome my age. I think last year reaching the 30 year mark was daunting but now I am content with my age even though it is the biggest joke in the newsroom as I am the oldest in the production office and these 20 somethings find it hilarious to rag on my age. But that leads me to another warming thought, the friendships I have made with my colleagues especially the production team (that entails other editors, journalists, production designers and sub-editor). We all have our oddball personalities and as much as we can annoy each other there is much love, respect and acceptance. I value our team work and I attribute the success of tame TIMES to this team. Thank you. And to you the readers and advertisers, much love and gratitude to all of you for your support. Happy Birthday tame TIMES! XXX
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A fresh approach to excellence April 1st 2009 the community of Alberton and Johannesburg South woke up to what many might have thought was an April’s fool joke – a brand new community news paper. A fresh approach to local news. 34 000 households received this new paper. Five years later, almost three million readers are reached through-out Ekurhuleni, City of Johannesburg, Limpopo, Northwest and the Northern part of Gauteng. Two Alberton businessmen, Brian Blignaut and Riaan Jonker shared a dream of a local newspaper that will not only carry local news but will also interpret national and international news and trends in a free newspaper. With four staff members, who multi tasked, the first year was a 24/7 operation with many a tear and battle scars to show – where every day was a steep learning curve. As quickly as the staff contingent grew – currently 250 people – so did the editions. tame now boast with 7 ABC certified titles eg Alberton, Johannesburg South, Bedfordview -Germiston, Boksburg, Thokoza, Katlahong and Vosloorus.During 2013 Media24 saw the huge potential of the tame team and acquired an interest in the tame group. With them on board the idea of expanding the title took flight. First with the acquisition of a substantial interest in Leseding News covering Rustenburg, Brits and Hartebeespoort, then with Hammanskraal News – covering the larger Hammanskraal Districts and the latest paper to join the tame team is Rise n Shine covering all four districts of Limpopo eg Capricorn, Vhembe, Mopanie and Waterberg. In November 2012 tame TIMES bought their corporate head office in Michelle Avenue – many resident’s driving past will notice that there we burn the midnight oil many a night to bring the now 12
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Extra facilities mean extra care Making art her life
Liz Dos Santos (Netcare Inland Regions Key stake Holder Manager) and Nellie Koen (Netcare Mulbarton and Netcare Vaalpark Hospitals General Manager) show the renovations that are underway for the new mental health unit. Netcare Mulbarton Hospital has commenced the expansion of its facilities which includes the building of a ten-bed mental health unit and a five-bed high care ward. “The mental health unit which is due to be completed in mid-May will accommodate mental healthcare users who have been diagnosed with personality disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders and acute stress disorders. The unit will be run by psychiatrist, Dr Manesh Mohanlal, who will be assisted by a multi-disciplinary team consisting of fellow psychiatrists, clinical and counselling psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers and nurses,” Nellie Koen,
general manager of Netcare Mulbarton and Netcare Vaalpark hospitals said. The treatment consists of a 14day programme using specific behavioural techniques to address the disabling symptoms of mental illness. Using dialectic behaviour therapy, the main goal is to teach patients skills to cope with stress, regulate their emotions and improve their relationships with others. This includes individual therapy as well as group sessions. The patients will be able to wear clothes and will have a tranquil garden at their disposal. “There is a great need for this type of facility at our hospital as more and
more persons, including patients receiving treatment for medical conditions, are being diagnosed with these types of mental disorders. Having a unit dedicated solely to anxiety, stress, depression and mood and personality disorders will be of great benefit to patients as they will receive specialised treatment with minimum disruption,” Koen explained. The other addition to Netcare Mulbarton Hospital is the construction of a five-bed high care unit which will be completed by mid-July. “This unit will be adjacent to the intensive care unit (ICU). The new high care unit will allow us to treat more patients who are in a serious condition and we will no longer have to divert patients requiring high care to other hospitals, which is a regular occurrence at present,” explained Koen. “We would like to assure the communities that we serve that our hospital services will not be disrupted while these expansions are underway. We apologise to our patients for any disturbances they may experience during construction work, but are taking all possible measures to ensure minimal inconvenience. This exciting expansion of our services will enable us to enhance healthcare in the Mulbarton area and for Netcare Mulbarton Hospital to meet the need for these services,” Koen concluded.
DANCER: Natalie Eastwood Smith.
A year ago Natalie Eastwood Smith (27) left her job as an art teacher to venture into the art world full time. This brave step has proved favourable as her two way business, design and dressmaking as well as her art, is growing from strength to strength. The decision to stop teaching art to primary and high school learners at Covenant College was due to her being inundated with commissioned art work that both jobs became very hard to
do at the same time. “It is unpredictable as one month you will be too busy and the next month you won’t be busy at all but you just have to trust that work will come through,” Smith explained when tame TIMES asked how she is finding not having a set income coming in. “I am grateful to have a husband who is very supportive,” she added. Smith studied her Visual Arts undergraduate at the University of Johannesburg and her post graduate through Unisa. She taught art at Glenvista High before going over to Covenant College. Her latest body of work titled Satine will be exhibited at Arts on Main in the next month and was on exhibition at Malakite on 18 March. These pieces, which are large scale paintings in mixed media, are currently on show at the Image Junky hair salon. “These pieces fall under expressionist art. I was influenced to do them by my influence in musical theatre and abstract art,” Smith said. The creative flow doesn’t stop there for Smith as she is also a championship Latin, Ballroom and Freestyle dancer and this is where her dress design started as she made her own dancing costumes. “My original focus was dancing costumes but I have done wedding dresses, bridesmaid’s dresses and matric dance dresses as well,” Smith explained. The Glenvista based artist was selected to go to the World Championship this year in Blackpool, England however she can’t go due to having another commitment in South Africa. When asked what commissioned work she is most proud of she said she did an Isuzu Truck exhibition at Nasrec last year and many private home commissioned work. Smith is currently collaborating with photographer Riana Labuschangne on conceptual artwork titled “Trophy Wife”. It will be a combination of photography (Riani- Blue Lemon Photography), installation and performing arts and it will be entered into the Absa L’Atelier in March 2015. For more information Natalie Eastwood Smith Art or Fay Dawn Designs visit www. faydawndesigns.com or www.natalieeastwood.wix.com/eastwoodsmithartist.
ARTWORKS: Natalie Eastwood Smith’s latest paintings.
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Unbecoming of a Member of Parliament Mike Fontes writes:
Ek is seker dat julle al kon aflei dat ek en Gysie nou al vir baie jare getroud is, ek het self al ophou tel, maar ek ken hom nou al baie jare. Maar wraggies het ek noudie dag iets van hom uitgevind wat ek na al die jare nie geweet het nie. My ou Gysie, lieflike Gysie, is doodbang vir naalde maar spesifiek wanneer daar bloed getrek moet word. Maar laat ek nou eers verduidelik. My en Gysie se tyd stap al aan en ons moes ons versekering en medies mos nou finaliseer. Daarvoor moes ons bloed laat trek sodat hulle kan vasstel dat ons darem nog gesond is. Gysie is natuurlik die man, en baie braaf om eerste te gaan sodat hy my hand kan vashou wanneer dit my beurt is. Maar die arme man is so verskrik dat die gawe verpleegstertjie nie eens ‘n aar in sy arm kan kry nie, sy kry uiteindelik so effense aar in sy hand maar net daar is Gysie spierwit. My dierbare man slaan toe mos in sweet uit, van sy kroontjie tot sy toontjie. Wat dit nog erger maak is dat sy bloed toe besluit om op te raak want daar kom toe nie eens ‘n druppeltjie bloed uit nie. Ons besluit toe dat hy dalk maar ‘n glas water moet drink en so rukkie moet lê sodat hy darem net weer ‘n bietjie kleur terugkry. Ek sit intussen dat hulle solank my bloed trek, en twee minute later het hulle al die bloed wat nodig is. Die verstomme verpleegstertjie trap suutjies nader aan Gysie vir nog ‘n probeerslag. Dié keer probeer sy die ander arm, maar geen bloed maak ‘n verskyning nie. Die derde gaatjie word toe in die ander hand gesteek en uiteindelik kry hulle die bloed wat nodig is. Ou Gysie, nogsteeds so wit soos ‘n spook en papnat gesweet, stap met 3 gaatjies daar uit, dit is net pleisters waar jy kyk. Tip: Dit is goed om klein geheimpies vir jouself te hou, want dit is baie interessant om na soveel jare jou maat nog steeds te leer ken en nuwe dinge van mekaar te ontdek.
Manny De Freitas (MP) response “ANC, thank you for sweeping away the rubbish” is unbecoming of a member of parliament. One would expect a public representative at those high levels to show more control and decorum. His failure to do so perhaps explains why the ratepayer in the South of Johannesburg has been so poorly represented in his hands. Perhaps the Honourable MP should direct his energies at procuring for this constituency, which until recently he represented, proper capital expenditure projects and infrastructure growth which is lacking. The Johannesburg South Ratepayer has reason to feel aggrieved. Our taxes contribute to but we benefit little if at all from the Gautrain Project and the Rea Vaya rapid transport program, two of the largest capitex projects of
our time. It is estimated that the first Gautrain station, if at all, is planned to reach the South of Johannesburg in 15 years time only. The only value that I can extract from his response is the admission that ward 57 (a DA ward) is in a shocking state. Perhaps he can visit ward 23 (another DA Ward) as well to find that it too is in a shocking state - service delivery here, especially from JRA and City Parks having collapsed. What interventions and strategies has he, as our public representative, implemented to rectify? What organisational strength has the DA exerted to improve these wards they represent? Not much if the conditions of these wards are any indicators. Quite frankly, the southern ratepayer is entitled to a better calibre of representative, especially at the highest levels.
The south has improved in past 10 years Manny de Freitas MP writes: I would be most interested to hear from Mr Fontes how he feels I have lost control or decorum when expressing my honest views. In my public life I have always said it as I feel it, even if most people disagree with my point of view. I am however always available to have my mind changed as my views are not cast in stone and I have no problem admitting where I am wrong, if I am indeed wrong. Mike Fontes doesn’t explain where I have represented the South “so poorly”. Clearly, he appears to be misinformed. I say this because he says that I represented the South “until recently”, unless he knows something I don’t, I have and continue to proudly represent Johannesburg South. The road infrastructure, that includes drilling through tough rock where tunnels were built, leading to and from the south of the province seems to have escaped him.The Comaro on and off ramps, until a few years ago, had minimal activity and is now a thriving economic node. New residential developments have and continue to be built as the area thrives more
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and more economically. The south of today is very different to that of 10 years ago; I presume that you have seen the concrete results. All this did not happen from thin air. The Gautrain project, an excellent project which we all support, is a Gauteng provincial project and not one initiated nationally. Some basic research indicates that the Rea Vaya is a Johannesburg City Council project. I agree that we need their route to run to our area and this is why our councillors continue to fight for it. Of course, the City of Joburg progresses at a snail’s pace when it should by now have reached our area. Had the City built this bus system at the rate that Cape Town is building theirs we would’ve already been riding these busses. Had Mr Fontes been informed he would know that I am in the area at every opportunity when I am not in Parliament so I personally know all wards. Our councillors work tirelessly to solve the issues in their wards that he mentions, mostly with success despite the many dysfunctions in the City.
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OUR BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL
By Nieto Hernandez
The political scene is always interesting during the election year. Political parties pull out all stops to win votes with door to door campaigns, making promises, the key issues being improving service delivery and job creation. The report of the public prosecutor has added a new twist to this election year but nothing new for the Zuma administration. If we care to remember in the last election year President Jacob Zuma was facing rape charges and this time he has been accused of unduly benefiting from the Nkandla security upgrade, a finding that has seen opposition parties moving to have the President impeached, and the public is eagerly waiting to hear the president’s response to the public prosecutors report. One is starting to wonder if President Jacob Zuma is bigger than the ANC. Add to the mix the EFF is making unfounded promises to win votes. The new kid on the block which has pinned all its hopes on the popularity of its leader Julius Malema, who also has a sword hanging over his head, are making promises that they can’t possible live up too. With the calls for nationalisation of mines and the reserve bank, one can not help but wonder if exposed to that amount of wealth what would stop this leader from pocketing some of it. A leader who once demolished a R 3 million house in Sandton of all places to build a new one worth twice this amount if not more, I can’t but wonder how he has become an instant socialist, and someone we can trust with the countries wealth? The less said about the DA and the Maphele Ramphele debacle the better. There is no doubt that the ANC will win the elections, all that remains to be seen is how they will handle the Nkandla report. The next few weeks will be interesting as we draw nearer to the election date. Do these above mentioned issues at all influence which party you will be delegating your voice to? Perhaps you have other views; let’s chat, email Voice@tametimes.co.za or tweet us @NietoVoice
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Horticultural Society9 & 23 April 9 April-19:30- a talk by Mariana van Wyk on Medicinal Herbal Plants, at the Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park. Phone 082 951 1432. 23 April- 09:30- a talk by Paul Vonk on Gardening with Bulbs and Annual Seedlings at The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanic Gardens, Olifants Road, Emmarentia. Phone 082 951 1432. JHB South Garden Club-12 April Speaker: Beau Young/Dee Hendrix Subject: “OWLS” and their habitat / “EXOTIC BIRDS” Venue: Home of Wendy and Rob Winter – 68 Vorster Avenue, Glenanda. Floral Theme: Contrasts Time: 10:00 Contact: Maud Pickup 011 435 0852 or 082 854 9212. SUL Talk-The importance of bees- 10 April Tom Cain, a member and past Chairman of Southern Beekeeping Association will be talking about what he has learnt about bees from his almost 50 years of keeping them. His talk will reference to the problems that
have occurred elsewhere in the world with honeybee populations, and the implications arising out of shortage of pollinating insects, as well as of situations where the reverse has occurred, when the forage source was removed and both beekeepers and fruit growers went out of business. Tom will also be explaining what is involved with keeping bees and the expected honey harvest that can be expected from a hive. Time:18:30 for 19:00 Venue: Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park Price: R30 (includes tea, coffee and light snacks) RSVP essential: sul@klipsa.org.za (only 50 seats available) Autism awareness day Join the Ernie Els Centre for Autism for a 3km fun walk and family picnic at Rietvlei Zoo Farm on Saturday 12 April. The purpose of the event is to raise funds to support the centre and to raise Autism awareness. Bring picnic baskets, chairs and gazebos and have some fun! Time: 10:00 to 16:00 Entrance fees: R30; R20 for children under 12-years; R10 for pensioners. An extra cost of R10 to participate in the fun walk. All proceeds will be donated to the charity. Extra activities include: a train, ponies, tractor – and cart rides, putt-putt and a farmyard. Food and market stalls will be available. Entrance can be paid on the day. Groups must preferably book in advance. Contact Claire on 011 484 7254 or e-mail her at claire.youngman@ ernieels.com for more information, or to book. Destiny in God - 12th International Creative Arts Worship Conference - 1 – 5 July 2014 Hosted By Dr’s HL & PN Bester With Local Teachers: Dr H.L. Bester and Pastor W. Du Plessis With International Teachers: Bishop C. Hardy, Pastor Gorden Merk, Wesley Brainard, Rabbi Y’Israel Ben Avraham, Pastor Freddie Moore For more information contact: Office 011 827 5046 Brigitte 084 456 1587 Natashia: 082 946 2321 E-mail: conference@difc.org.za
Walkerville Agricultural Show-12&13 April There is a great line up for the 2014 Walkerville show, a new permanent playground has been installed at the showground’s. There will be jumping castles, a sky-rocket launcher and a paint ball tunnel. The popular conservancy stand will also focus on children’s activities. The Rabbit Society invites all youngsters to bring their pet bunnies along on 13 April at 12:00 to be judged in a fun pet category. Two book launches will take place: Tim Hartwright’s “Gauteng Hikes and Trails” features Perdeberg Mountain and Warren Schmidt’s posters and book on reptiles and amphibians is a must for all nature lovers. The outdoor stage will be packed with karate demonstrations, Ronald McDonald’s puppet show, snake show, Junior Miss and Mr Walkerville as well as live singers, fashion shows, fun auctions, Miss and Mr Walkerville, bag-pipe and marimba bands. DJ’s and an evening of Karaoke will end off the Saturday entertainment. There will be ox wagons, livestock exhibits and lots of stalls showing agricultural and “green” products. The popular rabbit and poultry displays will be back The Conservation stand has great new skulls and skeletons to show, snakes to curl around you and spiders to crawl all over you. There will dog shows and horse events, vintage cars, nearly 100 stands, and exhibits in the hall. Vaal Radio 90.6 and the Remax Hot Air Balloon will be present. If you are exhibiting your handcrafts, artwork or home produce please bring them to the hall on 10 April between 9:00 and 19:00. Judging will take place on Friday morning before the show opens. Open Saturday 9am till late and Sunday 9am till 4pm. Only R30 per car.If you have any queries please e-mail info@walkervillesa. co.za or show@walkervillesa.co.za
Master your driving Turffontein Development Corridor: next step
MasterDrive, a national provider of advanced driver training has opened its Johannesburg K53 Training Academy and Practice Yard for learner drivers at Rietvlei Farm. This practise yard provides a safe and convenient learning venue. Learner drivers can practice their parking and other manoeuvres while parents enjoy a cup of coffee at the nearby restaurant. Learners can practice in their own vehicles or book a lesson with one of MasterDrive’s instructors. Other driving schools are welcome to enquire about the yard’s use This compliments MasterDrive’s existing efforts to reduce the carnage on SA’s roads, and as the market leader in defensive
driving. Anne Bourne, owner of MasterDrive Rietvlei Zoo Farm said,” We contribute to traffic safety while promoting driver training for learner drivers. Company fleets whose drivers lack experience can also sign up for the ‘remedial lessons’ as they assist with getting novice drivers up to speed.” A variety of professional training services are offered: Defensive driving for passenger, commercial and HGV, roll over prevention, hijack prevention, 4X4 off road, driver assessments, code 8 simulator training. MasterDrive is offering six complimentary driving courses for qualified drivers for more information contact Lauren on 0861 100 618 or www.masterdrive.co.za.
The third round public meeting for the Turffontien Development Corridor was held on 24 March at Eureka House. Unfortunately the public participation was very low and caused concern for the few residents and role players that were at the meeting. Paul Hanger from Town Planning presented the revised Strategic Area Framework for the planned Turffontein Development Corridor. The vision of this project is to introduce transport corridors connecting strategic areas through an affordable and accessible mass public transit that includes both bus and passenger rail over the next decade. Along these corridors City of Johannesburg will locate mixed income housing, schools, offices, community facilities, cultural centres, parks, public squares, clinic and libraries. Hanger showed the proposed BRT route as well as the NMT (Non—motorised) focus routes and gave an overview on the economic focus, integrated open spaces, social clustering, and densification/intensification. The local strategies for Turffontein, Wemmer Pan, Rossettenville, Booysens and Regents Park Estate were also discussed.
The concerns that were raised: • what role do the taxi associations play in the BRT route and will they adhere to it? • how was the route chosen as some of the roads are very narrow? • the municipal landfill right next to Booysens station will detract any success • Urban management- how will this project be maintain if the current issues e.g. pothole are not being taken care of. • Why was The Glen not included in the route • Moffatview is of great concern • Public participation- CoJ has not informed resident properly of meetings and is not easy for the man on the street to understand.
Residents please view the full draft document on www. corridorsoffreedom.co.za as the final date for comment is 8 April thereafter the finalisation of the project and budget will be approved.
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Imported cosmetics confiscated Notes of gratitude Weekly Arrests: Amy-Mae Campbell
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On Tuesday 25 March Mondeor police confiscated suspected stolen cosmetic products worth over R100 000. The Glenanda house was stacked with boxes consisting mostly of skin-lightening cosmetic products that were imported from Kinshasa, Abidjan, the Congo and Luanda. There were no stamps of approval on the boxes verifying that the products were approved by the South African Medical Control Council (SAMCC) or by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS). Without these markings, it is illegal for anyone to sell these products in South Africa. “It might be legal in those countries, but not here,” explained Mondeor SAPS Spokesperson, Constable Elizabeth Mnguni. Devon Lewis, armed response officer for Hercules Security, had been patrolling the Glenanda area earlier that day and came across three men who were trying to lift the gate of a house in Marnewick Avenue back
on its rails. As soon as they saw Lewis, they quickly finished, got into a bakkie and drove away. Lewis pulled them over and called for back-up. The men told him that they are staying at the house and were moving the gate manually due to load shedding. Lewis inspected the bakkie and saw that it contained cosmetic products and decided that the men posed no threat. He did, however, decide to investigate the house while the residents were away, and found the suspected stolen products. The men have not yet returned to the house, but police will continue patrolling the area until they track them down. “If they have papers [to prove that the products are approved and registered in SA], then they can keep it,” Mnguni said. The South African Police Service Commercial Crime division are investigating a case of suspected illegal trading. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) will further investigate the products to confirm whether it is illegal or not.
Sector 2 Mondeor SAPS would like to thank Maylill nursery School and residents for the donation of Easter Eggs, Fatima Gani Ultrasound Scan 4D Mondeor for notepads, Shamain Pakry for the deco for Easter, Sean Potter for designing and printing services. CPF Mondeor SAPS Area would like to thank the following companies and residents for your sponsorship and donations to the CPF Mondeor SAPS AREA Victim Support Reshad Gani.
Domestic Watch meetings Send your domestic workers to attend; various lessons are done with them to help you protect your home. The lessons are once a month for an hour.R30 Donation fee per person. Sector 2-Swartgoud Road, Suideroord Date: 8 April Time: 10:00 to 11:00 Contact Michelle: 084 292 9144 Sector 3-Kiblerpark Recreation Club Date: 9 April Time: 10:00 to 11:00 Contact Carrie: 083 785 8303 Sector 1- Jungle Rumble, Panorama Shopping Centre Date: 15 April Time: 10:00 to 11:00 Contact Sarah: 083 256 3453 Sector 1-South Vet Biggersburg Road, Glenvista Date: 15 April Time: 14:00 to 15:00 Contact Sarah: 083 256 3453
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Mondeor Arrests:
The following arrests were made by Mondeor SAPS between 20 to 26 March: Shoplifting:...................................... 5 Possession of dagga:.................... 3 Possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle:................................. 1 Trespassing:................................... 2 Theft:................................................ 3 Possession of housebreaking implement:...................................... 1 Fraud:.............................................. 1 Assault GBHL:................................ 1 Driving under influence:................ 9
Moffatview Arrests:
The following 49 arrests were made by Moffatview SAPS between 17 to 24 March: Assault common:........................... 5 Assault GBH:.................................. 2 Assaulting the police officer:........ 1 Business burglary:......................... 2 Common robbery:.......................... 1 Contempt of court:......................... 1 Fraud:.............................................. 1 House robbery:............................... 1 Human trafficking:.......................... 3 M.I.to .P:........................................... 5 Murder:............................................ 3 Possession of dagga:.................... 10 Possession of dangerous weapon:........................................... 1 Possession of suspected stolen goods:.............................................. 1 Rape:............................................... 1 Shoplifting:...................................... 3 Theft:................................................ 8
Support your CPF patrollers Mondeor Sector 2 CPF patrollers are in need of rain jackets, golf shirts and two way radios and will be raising funds by shadowing Spur waiters to raise funds on 1 April. Please support by having a meal at Golden Falls Spur, Columbine Square, Suideroord between 18:00 and 21:00. There will be hampers to win. Spur will be giving10 percent of the evenings takings to the patrollers of Sector 2. For more info Michelle Pelser 084 292 9144.
What are they? They are cameras that make use of your home WiFi and Internet, enabling you to watch them ENFORCING THE LAW: Jason Pillay (local businessman), Devon Lewis (armed response from your computer or smartphone 24/7 from officer) and Elizabeth Mnguni (Mondeor SAPS Constable). anywhere in the world, providing you with peace of mind. The cameras are commonly used with your Telkom ADSL but also work comfortably with a 3G wireless router, supplied from most Three suspects aged, between 30 to 40-years old, were arrested for possession of cellphone and computer shops. house breaking implements by Warrant Officer Hadzhi and Cst Tloti from JHB Flying Squad in Patrick Street, Naturena on 24 March. The suspects were found trying to How they work? Tips from CPF Mondeor SAPS area access a house in the area. Plug and play cameras, such as our indoor • Mercedes C Class have become cameras, typically take five minutes to set up, high in demand due to the hi-jacking and in that time you will be able to view the and theft of these vehicles increasing. cameras on your computer or smartphone (up Please be careful. Please do not leave to 16 cameras per page). Up to four people can your vehicle parked on the pavement whilst visiting. If your vehicle is stolen or hijacked, view the camera at once. it is important to report the registration, You will be able to see the cameras at night colour ,make and model as soon as as they have infrared night vision. The cameras GETAWAY CAR: The vehicle possible so the vehicle look out can have motion detection and will instantly notify the suspects were using. be circulated. you via email if anything is detected - the e-mail • Testing your house alarm- Testing will include photographs to show you what your house alarm is very important, one activated the cameras, as well as a quick link needs to make sure the alarm is in working order. The radio link is affected by to access the cameras live. These photographs thunder and lightning, one must make can be uploaded to a dropbox folder (online sure that your security company can pick storage) so should your computer or smartphone up your alarm when activated. We have FOUND: The house breaking be stolen, a copy of the photographs will still experienced alarms that have activated tools. be available. Indoor cameras have a small APPREHENDED: The three suspects. but signal has not been received by the speaker and microphone. control room of the security company. Let’s keep checking that the alarm is in working order and that the security Advantages over conventional company is receiving the signal from your CCTV equipment: Albert van der Linde from alarm. • The advantage over conventional CCTV Hercules Security responded to a call of house robbery on equipment is that they don’t require any other 26 March in Lebombo Street, equipment to function and can be viewed Winchester Hills. from your computer’s browser such as Internet When he arrived he saw one Explorer, Firefox and Chrome etc. male inside the yard carrying • They don’t require a DVR box with many a television to the getaway car channels, or BNC cabling connecting to which was parked outside the the camera. yard. Three suspects ran in different directions leaving their car behind. The suspects were Contact Uchoose Property Marketing, Andy using a stolen Hyundai which was Green on 011 867 2205, 082 327 9372 or KEEPING COMMUNITY SAFE: Tinus van Vuuren and stolen in Florida. The suspects E-mail: andy@uchoose.co.za. Albert van der Linde with the suspect’s vehicle they are still at large. left behind.
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Reliving Queen The Bats are back Sean Bovim’s production, Queen at the Ballet, Johannesburg performances opened on Thursday 27 March at The Mandela at Joburg Theatre and runs until 13 April. The atmosphere in the foyer was electric and expectant with all seats occupied. Beautiful glossy calendar programs added to the expectation of a magical spectacle. Beautiful costumes or at times almost no costumes at all, were complimented by an interesting minimalist approach to décor. Queen’s music was arranged by the well known conductor/composer Michael Hankinson with two male vocalists, Cito and Daniel Fisher. It is well known that Freddie Mercury’s four octave range it’s an ambitious task to perform his music and the vocalists have to be applauded for their efforts. The opening scene with Mercury and his red cloak draping over all the dancers will be a memorable moment and was aesthetically pleasing to the audience. The choreography was appealing and fascinating to watch. Mercury’s life was portrayed using 20 Queen songs, focusing mostly on Mercury’s constant struggle with his homosexuality, however the depth and torture of his struggle was lost in the narrative. There were wonderful group numbers and the male lead Henk Opperman made interesting character choices which showed him (Mercury) much more comfortable with men as the scenes with the women seemed strained.
So you thought The Bats were reaching their sell by date time? Well you ain’t seen nothin’ yet, baby, or rather “Take a sho’t left China, the toppies are now extending that time for a few more years. It’s a brand new show that will take you on a taxi ride from the Cape to the Townships, from the good old days to now, with no stops, just laughs and hair raising bends. Okay not so much of the hair and limited bends, but it’s a ride you won’t forget. And all four wheels are intact; Eddie Eckstein, Paul Ditchfield,
Angela Kilian who made a special guest appearance in a beautiful dress singing “Barcelona” had audience members applauding with great enthusiasm as they were mesmerised by the voice that came out her petiti body. Shows run from Wednesdays to Saturdays 20:00 and Sundays at 15:00. Tickets range from R100 – R280 and are on sale by visiting www.joburgtheatre. com, or by calling the theatre’s direct ticketing line on 0861 670 670. PLEASE NOTE:Queen At The Ballet runs for 2 hours including a 20-minute interval with no age restriction, but parental guidance is advised.
Get ready for DJ in the Park Bedfordview Arrests:
The Southern Suburbs Sports and Recreation Centre will soon be hosting one of the biggest local music DJ events in the history of the South: get ready for DJ in the Park. Experience SA’s favourite local DJs live in the South on 12 April for one day only. Top DJs that will be rocking it out on stage include: DJ Fresh, Crazy White Boy, Roger Goode, DJ Milkshake, Euphonik, Locnville, Lady Lea and Vin Deysel. Whether you are a house, electro-club, trance, hip-hop or pop music lover, DJ at the Park has it covered. Local amateur DJs had the opportunity to apply to open for the main acts at the event. These up-and-coming youngsters had the chance to showcase their talents earlier this year during a competition where they had to
battle it out for four much-sought-after spots alongside Fresh and the like. The lucky winners include: DJ Bluelle, JR Square/ Lowe (Jose Ray duo), DJ Oppies and DJ Dee Kay. According to the event manager Michelle Varner, from AJK 51, the aim of the event is to provide up-and-coming DJs with a platform where they can promote their music and network with respected artists in the industry. She also praises Matrix Warehouse for sponsoring the entire event; without them, DJ in the Park would not be possible. “We want to do something special for the South; to uplift the community. We had a vision; if it is successful, we would love to do more throughout the year,” Varner said.
PARTY READY: AJK 51 staff, Matrix Warehouse sponsors and DJ in the Park event participants. Event information: Date: Saturday 12 April Venue: Southern Suburbs Sport and Recreation centre Ticket price: R300 per person Tickets available through Computicket/ Checkers stores and all Matrix warehouse stores in Gauteng. VIP tickets: R1250; available from Michelle 078 294 9282 or Leanne 073 348 2999. VIP tickets includes all food and beverages and VIP parking (1 parking per
2 tickets). VIPs will also be able to mingle with the DJ’s and celebs. Food and beverages will be on sale, no alcohol or food to be brought in. Strictly no weapons or drugs. Park and ride available from Computicket. Pick up points include: The Glen Shopping Centre, Glenanda Primary and Marais Viljoen High School. Log onto www.parkandridesa.co.za for more information on the park and ride.
Pete Clifford and Derek Gordon are all still roadworthy, in a manner of speaking. Being one of South Africa’s longest running products, with unlimited mileage, The Bats are back with a brand new show of music and humour that is guaranteed to blast away all the stresses and strains Join the Bats every Sunday afternoon at Parker’s, Gold Reef City. Doors open from 13:00 and show starts at 14:00. Tickets are R90 per person.
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Heal your body from head to toe
Diabetic patients and their eyes We have all heard of the condition called diabetes mellitus, and most people know the effect it can have on the body, but do we know what effects diabetes can have on one of your most valuable assets, your eyes?
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common disorder characterized by sustained hyperglycaemia of varying severity secondary to lack of diminished efficacy of endogenous insulin, or in human language as “Wikipedia” would describe it- condition in which a person has a high blood sugar level. DM can cause renal, vascular, ocular, neurological and other complications. Some of these conditions can cause irreversible vision loss and it is very important to monitor your eye health annually at an ophthalmologist or optometrist. The most prevalent cause of legal blindness
between the ages of 20 and 65 years is Diabetic retinopathy (DR). Diabetic Retinopathy exhibits features of both microvascular occlusion and leakage, and can cause irreversible retinal damage. You are at a higher risk to develop DR if you have diabetes for more than 10 years, have poor metabolic control, poor pre-pregnancy control of diabetes, if you have hypertension or if you are obese. It is important that all diabetic patients undergo an ocular screening with their optometrist and those with risk factors for visual loss should be referred to an ophthalmologist. Having your eyes reviewed annually and optimal control of diabetes and associated risk factors, would minimize your chances of developing DR drastically. To book your retinal photography call us at The Eyewear Boutique (Alberton) at 011 869 9705 or e-mail info@eyewearboutique.co.za
Ocular complications include - Blurred vision (unstable refraction), - Retinopathy (retinal problems), - Iridopathy (increased iris transillumination),
- Reduced corneal sensitivity, - Accelerated senile cataracts, - Glaucoma and more.
Immunisation a healthy choice for your child Fedhealth have a solution that will help parents stay on top of the immunisation schedule: The Tum2Mom Immunisation Email Reminder Service (IERS). Tum2Mom(www.tum2mom.co.za) is an informative website for new parents, and Fedhealth members receive a voucher code allowing free access to the IERS as part of the Fedhealth Baby welcome pack. Members use the code when registering for the IERS service on the Tum2Mom site.” Here is a schedule of immunisations as per the Expanded Programme on Immunisation in South Africa (EPI-SA): • Birth: OPV 0 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and BCG (tuberculosis vaccine) • 6 weeks: OPV 1 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DTP 1 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) and HepB 1 (hepatitis vaccine) and Hib 1 (diphtheria and tetanus vaccine) • 10 weeks: OPV 2 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DPT 2 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) ) and HepB 2 (hepatitis vaccine) and Hib 2 (diphtheria and tetanus vaccine) • 14 weeks: OPV 3 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DPT 3 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) and HepB 3 (hepatitis vaccine) and Hib 3 (diphtheria and tetanus vaccine) • 9 months: Measles 1 • 18 months: OPV 4 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DPT 4 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) and Measles 2
• 6 years: OPV 5 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DPT 5 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) • 12 years: OPV 5 (Oral Polio Vaccine) and DPT 5 (vaccine against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus) The vaccines are provided free of charge at public clinics, private clinics generally charge a consultation fee. With each immunisation, your healthcare professional will discuss the side effects, however slight fevers, drowsiness and pain at the site of the injection are common.
Dr Nicole Puchner from Docs@Work is a local Chiropractor in Alberton who is passionate about improving the overall well-being of her patients. Dr Puchner’s chiropractic approach is wellnessorientated, neurologically based and holistic. She intricately assesses each patient as an individual, so that she can correct the underlying cause of physical discomfort, rather than merely treating the symptoms. According to Dr Puchner, Chiropractics is much more complex than most people realise: “We are not bone crunchers. Every adjustment is very specific and stimulates a complex nervous system response. The important factor is that the adjustment has the power to alter the body’s physiology so that it can return to a healthy normal state,” Dr Puchner explains. When a
patient experiences physical discomfort, illness or pain, it can often be traced back to an interference in the nervous system (comprising of the brain, spinal cord and nerves), which causes the body to malfunction. The nervous system connects every part of the body with the brain and serves as a vital communication system between the two. When any part of the system is interrupted, the communication is compromised and the body cannot function properly. Dr Puchner aims to correct the point of interference with the help of advanced testing and physical adjustments. In the end, the patient’s body should be aligned, selfregulating and healthy. Dr Puchner identifies three main types of stress that build up over time to cause interference: Physical – the birth process itself, falls, car accidents, injuries, repetitive strain, poor sleep habits, poor posture, altered tone, foot pronation. Chemical – food allergies/intolerances, poor diet, processed foods, exposure to chemicals or environmental toxins. Emotional – stress, negative and anxious thoughts, depression, past traumas that still affect you. Dr Puchner emphasises that health care is a partnership; thus 50% of healing comes from the doctor and 50% from the patient’s lifestyle and co-operation. It is therefore preferable to book follow-up sessions, rather than booking a once-off consultation. This will enable the doctor to monitor your improvement and to adjust your body accordingly, until it is healed. Dr Puchner urges each person to have a chiropractic assessment, even if you feel fine, to identify potential interference points early on. Interferences that are left untreated can have devastating health consequences later in life. Prevention is therefore better than cure.
Invest in your long-term health today by making a booking with Dr Puchner. She adjusts people of all ages; from new born babies, to the elderly: Practice: Docs@Work Address: 99 Michelle Avenue, Randhart, Alberton. Tel: 011 869 1904 E-mail to: reception@neurochiro.co.za
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Artwork rewarded with Fantastic results to end season building upgrades Cashbuild. This artwork was displayed at the ceremony, and will remain on display in the Cashbuild store for the next five years. Artwork was judged and three winners from each school were named. Winners received Cashbuild Art-at-Heart gold, silver and bronze certificates for first, second and third place respectively. The Manager’s Choice award was presented to the overall winner, Puna Fana from Delrado Primary School. She received a stationery pack and a glass trophy. The other schools that won were Eldridge, Delrado, Kliptown, Heerengracht and Someluiwazi Primary School.
Karabo Chauke, Marcel Barnard and Mohammed Ismail. A fresh coat of paint and new toilet equipment are just a few of the things on the wish list for the eight winning schools that received Cashbuild vouchers after winning the Cashbuild Art-at-Heart competition. Robertsham, Theo Wassenaar and Futura Primary were lucky enough to be chosen as three of the eight winning schools. The building material vouchers to the value of R96 000 were handed over to the winning schools at the Cashbuild Southgate Store Opening Ceremony on 20 March. The joyous celebration reached its peak when the children entertained everyone with singing, cultural dances and theatrical performances. The Cashbuild Art-at-Heart competition entailed learners from each school submitting their best artwork to
It has been a fantastic season for the swimmers, coaches and parents of Perfect Stroke Swimming Club but nothing prepared them for the amazing results at the recently held Level 0 End of Season Gala at Ellis Park Swimming Pool. The combined improvement of their 19 swimmers was a staggering 305.84 seconds and they came home with 40 medals which are awarded only to the top three swimmers in each event. Special mention for Tyla-Jayde Badenhorst, Tristyn Benham, Stephanie Baigrie, Lauren Blennerhassett, Joshua Cooke, Erin Green, Hazel Maritz, Alison Marx, Daniela Seach, Erin Sherwood, Ethan Souter, Makayla Vieira and Tatum White who all achieved SA Level 1 qualifying times which enables them to move up and compete at Level 1 galas in the new season.
Below are the top three learners from the schools in JHB South: Robertsham Primary School Gold Award-Tshegofatso Tshose Silver Award-Boitumelo Mollo Bronze Award-Paballo Nale Futura Primary School Gold Award-Kabelo Mosane Silver Award-Njabulo Sootho Bronze Award-Lashe Stuurman Theo Wassenaar Primary School Gold Award-Marcel Barnard Silver Award-Mohammed Ismail Bronze Award-Karabo Chauke
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RHINO DANCERS: Tatijana and Vesna Ignjatov. Dance to be Wild is an initiative by leading South African and International Ballroom, Latin American and Freestyle dancers. Dance to be Wild, held a freestyle competition at the Braamfontein recreation centre, were many dancers from around the country entered to support against Rhino poaching. All proceeds have gone to Rhino Rehabilitation. The dance initiative aims to empowering South African children to take ownership of their wildlife heritage through the beauty of dance as well as enhancing social skills development and cohesion at grass roots level. It also focuses on providing an effective platform for South African and international dancers to contribute to the effective sustainability of wildlife resources. Tatijana Ignjatov and Vesna Ignjatov both supported this event, and went an extra mile by making rhino outfits. Tatijana took first places for Freestyle and Slow in u/9 champ section. Vesna came third for Freestyle and Slow in u/9 champ section.
Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Horse Trails will be hosting a basic training day of horse care and riding during school holidays for 9 to 15 years olds. The day will run from 9:00 to 15:00 and will include a morning snack, lunch and drinks. The following training will be included: - How to be around horses, how to approach them safely, catch them, what to look out for to tell how they are feeling, etc. - How to groom a horse. - How to tack and untack a horse. - What is a bridle and saddle, why do we use them, how to take them apart, clean them and put them back together. - We will also do a basic riding lesson of walking and trotting. - A normal trail ride into the nature reserve The following date 9 April is available and only six people per day can be accomodated. The cost per child is R400. For more information please contact Samantha Derham on joburghorsetrails@ gmail.com or 071 068 2793.
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Runners completing the final stretch towards the finish line. See results at http://jhac1904.wix.com/jhac On Sunday 30 March the Johannesburg Harriers Athletic Club (JHAC) hosted the 68th Jackie Gibson Marathon and the second Allan Ferguson Half-Marathon. This year was the first time that these marathons were held at Rietvlei Zoo Farm, and the new route was very popular indeed. More than 3500 eager runners gathered at Rietvlei Zoo Farm bright and early on Sunday morning to participate in one of two races: the 21 km Allan Ferguson Half-Marathon, and the 42 km Jackie Gibson Marathon. Relaxed runners could partake in a 5 km fun run too. The overall winner of the 21 km Allan Ferguson Half-Marathon Open Men item was Derocious Makhobalo (representing Sports Connection) with an impressive time of 66:32. The top woman in the 21 km Allan Ferguson Open Women item was Christine Kalmer (representing Boxer) with a time of 78:04.The overall winner of the 42 km Jackie Gibson Marathon Open Men item was Siyabanga Dingile – DQ (representing Nedbank) with a time of 2:30:41; and the overall winner in the women’s category of this item was Gillian Sieling (also representing Nedbank) with a time of 3:08:15. The runners departed from Rietvlei Zoo Farm at 06:00 and travelled through Liefde and Vrede, towards Aspen Hills. From there the runners headed south and downhill towards Klipriver Road and ran along Swartkoppies Road for a few kilometres, before going uphill again on Impala Road. From here the runners could regain their energy with a comfortable downhill run on Klipriviersberg, back over Aspen Hills and Swartkoppies Road, from where they headed back through Liefde and Vrede to finish at Rietvlei Zoo Farm.
First in her division Jordan Le Roux from the Kenshikai Karate Organisation competed at the Kyokushinkaikan Full Contact Karate Tournament hosted in Khatlehong recently. The 3rd Dan black belt student competed in the Ladies Open Weight Division in full contact fighting and placed 1st in her division. Le Roux is currently in training for the International Knockdown Tournament events this year which include USA in September, the United Kingdom in October and European Championships in Bulgaria in November. Jordan’s next local Full Contact Tournament Event is set for 31 May in Thembisa. Le Roux trains under the tutelage of Sensei Shaun Burgess.
Jordon Le Roux with came first in the Ladies Open Weight division at the Kyokushinkaikan Full Contact Karate Tournament.
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OFF THE PITCH
Burn out or pressure On the surface, the recent news from England does not bode well for their national game. I refer to the “Trott” incident, where the press led everyone to believe he left the Australian tour for reasons akin to a “stress-related” illness. The player himself in an interview refuted these reasons and said he was in fact suffering from “burn-out”. This is surely not just an issue for England’s cricketers then, as this will become a world cricket problem; and this is why I believe they have only scratched the surface of the problem. I praise Trott for his honesty and explaining why he walked away from one of the most respected series in world cricket. One can only sympathise with the ECB because they have dealt with issues of stress in national players before, notably Marcus Trescothick and Steven Harmison, so it was easy for them to resort to that as a reason. Are we as South African cricket supporters thinking that this issue brought, which I believe the premature retirements, of Kallis and Smith as well? Perhaps our national players time it right, but we will never know. The fact of the matter is that Professional Burn-Out is a very real and very common problem among top sportsman who are in the public eye on a daily basis. The modern professional sportsman spend an enormous amount of time away from home, either travelling or training and YES, it does eventually take a toll on their life and it also affects people in corporate industries, so why not a sportsman. Often we lose sight of the fact that these sporting heroes are in fact just human beings exactly like you and I, with perhaps a little more talent or desire in their chosen pursuit. They feel emotions, they get tired, fatigued, listless and lethargic at their work place, but the difference is, we have a way of getting over our problems, we take a day or two off to recover. Maybe the boss takes a little work load away from us. This is not the case with these cricketers who are expected to perform at the same highly demanding level every single day and in every single competition; and that on its own, is exhausting and mentally draining. The sports seasons of professionals are too demanding and too long and I fear that this “burnout” phenomenon may become more prevalent among other top sportsman. The corporate sponsors treat them like commodities to be traded and utilized at their whim; and the human element is very often absent. I agree that the potential of earning big money in the game today is huge, but at what cost to the individual. Whether the actions of Jonathan Trott are considered betraying team trust, or whether the press and players wish to criticize him, the fact remains that his honesty about the issue and his decision to leave the tour, may have done more good for the future of the game and its management of people than harm.