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Three men robbed the Telkom store in Eastgate Shopping Mall late last Wednesday afternoon. The suspects entered the store and held up the staff, demanding cellphones from them. The men then escaped the mall through unknown means with cellphones valued at an undisclosed amount. Gauteng Police Spokesperson LieutenantColonel Lungelo Dlamini said a manhunt for the three suspects has been launched.The recent increase in robberies of cellphone stores is because these shops are soft targets. The increased protection of banks has made money theft an unattractive option and has led these criminals to target high end electronics instead, because they can quickly be converted into cash. “We have seen a rise in robberies of this nature,” Lt. Col. Dlamini told tame TIMES. “A special task force has been put together to investigate these robberies.” No one was injured during the robbery.
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Saunders takes the greening crown
Klerksdorp resident, Ilze Saunders, was announced as the 2014 Miss Earth South last Thursday at Palazzo Hotel, Montecasino. The down-to-earth beauty said that she is delighted to be afforded the opportunity and cannot wait to continue making a difference. The BA Communications student will take over from former Miss Earth SA, Ashanti Mbanga, who has left big shoes to fill. Mbanga told tame TIMES she will complete her studies in Transport Economics at the University of GREEN CHANGE AGENTS: Sonwabile Ndamase, Ashanti Mbanga, Roxanne Johannesburg and is already working with the Watson, Edna Molewa, Catherine Constantinides, Ilze Saunders, Steffanie Gauteng Department of Alexander, Michillay Brown and Yusuf Abramjee. Transport with regard to implementing the use of bicycles in the city, adding that her reign as Miss Earth SA has forever changed her life. The co-ambassadors accompanying Saunders on her green journey are: Steffani Alexander (first runner-up), Michillay Brown (third runner-up), and Roxanne Watson
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09 September 2014
Ekurhuleni wins
Bontle ke Botho clean and green
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laurelle@tametimes.co.za tame TIMES met with the Democratic Alliance (Gauteng) new political leadership and communications team last week at an informal cocktail evening. All the shadow MECs and spokespersons were introduced to the media by John Moodey, DA caucus leader. tame TIMES was delighted to
hear that Paul Willemburg and Janet Semple are Bedfordview residents and enjoy reading tame TIMES.
EAST IS BEST: MEC Legogang Maile hands over the award for the cleanest city in Gauteng to MMC Vuyelwa Mabena and her jubilant team from the City of Ekurhuleni’s Environmental Resource Management and Development Department. The City of Ekurhuleni won an award for the cleanest municipality in Gauteng and was given the top prize of R300 000 at the Bontle ke Botho awards ceremony. The event was recently hosted by the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at the Lakes Hotel in Benoni. Ekurhuleni will now represent the Gauteng province at the Greenest Municipality competition which is run by National Department of Environmental Affairs, an award which the City won last year. Lebogang Maile, Gauteng MEC of Agriculture and Rural Development, also awarded the City of Ekurhuleni a Certificate of Recognition for being the first Gauteng municipality to win the national Greenest Municipality Competition last year. “This campaign continues to facilitate community development and empowerment. On both formal and informal education fronts, learners in schools and community members participating in the project gained the necessary environmental skills, knowledge, attitude and values required to ensure that they participate meaningfully in addressing environmental issues that affect them now and in the future,” said Maile. Councillor Vuyelwa Mabena, Member of Mayoral Committee for Environmental Management in Ekurhuleni said, “This project has had a positive impact in many of our communities and schools. It is important that we come up with innovations that will ensure that it is sustained for the next 20 years.”
The City of Johannesburg came second in the competition. The winners of the 2014 Bontle ke Botho awards in the City of Ekurhuleni are as follows: for wards in new projects, ward 95 in Vosloorus took the second position and won R45 000; in the sustainable wards projects, ward 49 in Katlehong took the fourth position and won R15 000; for schools, Kathorus scooped all the awards for the new projects. Abinala Primary School in Vosloorus won the first prize and was awarded R35 000. The second prize was won by Leratadima Primary School in Thokoza and scooped R30 000. The third prize went to Tshabalala Primary School in Katlehong and won R25 000. The fourth prize was won by Umkhathizwe Primary School in Thokoza and was awarded R20 000. The fifty award went to Thulisa Primary School in Katlehong which won R15 000. Bontle Ke Botho is an initiative established by the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in 2002. It is aimed at encouraging sustainable environmental practices in communities, schools, wards and at municipal level. Another objective of the programme is to promote environmental actions that take into consideration poverty alleviation and sustainable living practices. Projects are required to address one or more of the five themes which are: water conservation, energy efficiency, waste management, sustainable agriculture and greening.
SHADOW MEC: SPORTS, ARTS, CULTURE AND RECREATION: Paul Willemburg with tame TIMES JHB South editor Laurelle Williams
Krejcir Saga: Update
Krejcir injured before court appearance While being transported to Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on 1 September, Radovan Krejcir was in a minor car accident when some of the police vans escorting him collided with each other. This aroused concern among Krejcir’s lawyers about his safety in the vehicle transporting him, as Krejcir had no safety gear on to prevent injury; however, Krejcir walked away with minor head injuries and has been checked by a doctor. Krejcir was scheduled to appear in court on charges of the smuggling of methamphetamine into Australia. He is to stand trial along with five others who were also allegedly involved, one of whom has already pleaded guilty to smuggling drugs. Krejcir will also stand trial on charges of kidnapping and attempted murder.
DA WHIP AND SHADOW MEC: ECONOMIC DEVELOPEMENT: Janet Semple.
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09 September 2014
Give blood this spring Rape is a male problem Not only is September a month of celebrating the birth of new life, after what has been a long and dreary winter; it is also a month in which all South Africans acknowledge and celebrate their heritage. Along with our strong heritage we have so much to be proud of, and this pride is shown in many ways and amongst them is the pride of knowing you are making a difference to the lives of those in need. As a blood donor, you play an important role in saving lives. Your blood donation could save up to three lives, and you may never know when you or one of your loved ones needs a blood transfusion. That is why we urge all donors to become regular donors with a minimum of four donations a year you can be proud of being part of a nation of doers. As we rapidly draw towards the end of another year, SANBS ask you to commit to donating at least twice over the next four months so as to avoid the shortages we traditionally experience from now until the upcoming holidays and school examinations break. To be a blood donor you need to: • Be between the ages of 16 and 65 • Weigh more than 50 kilograms • Be in good health • Lead a sexually safe lifestyle • Have eaten a meal recently For more information contact our call centre on 0800 11 9031 or visit our website on www.sanbs.org.za.
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Opinion Piece By Palesa Yates Last Saturday, protesters dressed up their vehicles. Home-owners, to avoid in provocative and skimpy attire for the burglary, need to activate their alarms when Zoo Lake Slutwalk, one of many held going on holiday. around the world since the infamous 2011 Tragically, in South Africa, even babies, comment of the Toronto Police, “Women children and grandmothers are raped. should avoid dressing like sluts in order Rapists commonly break into homes, not to be victimised.” ransack them and rape any women and Of course victims should not be blamed for girls they find. In the Democratic Republic the crimes of those who of Congo, rape is used as a brutalise them – rape is a weapon of war – girls and “The Slutwalk is a very women are gang-raped, male problem. Rapists are always then mutilated. controversial way of responsible for their It has been said many protesting rape.” actions and women or times that rape is about girls should be able to wear power, but it is also about a miniskirts on taxis or bikini tops in public lack of dignity; because when the powerful without being attacked. Even if a man sees respect the weak, they are safe. The most a woman walking drunk and naked down the vulnerable person in society is the powerless town’s main street at midnight and rapes her, individual whose dignity has been stolen. he is still guilty of rape. That is why the Slutwalk is a very Unfortunately though, not all the male citizens controversial way of protesting rape, with of our country are men of honour. To avoid women voluntarily giving up their own dignity. being raped, it is wise for women to dress They could choose to portray themselves as modestly and to take care of their personal human beings with hearts, souls and minds safety. Car-owners, to avoid car theft, need to as well as bodies; but, instead, they attract lock their doors and windows when parking male sight-seers with all the wrong intentions.
11 000 in 11 minutes The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality has embarked on an ambitious project aimed at planting 11 000 trees in its 101 wards. The project began in April at the opening of Motsu Park in Tembisa, and will culminate in an 11-minute challenge on September 13 in celebration of Arbor Day. The aim is to create an urban forest to combat climate change, thus maintaining a healthy environment at no cost. The challenge will require the participation of Ekurhuleni residents from all walks of life. Join the movement by contacting your ward councillor or your area project manager to obtain a tree. Those participating in the challenge will be requested to p l a n t t h e i r
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Truck overturns in front Eight injured in overturned minibus of Rand Airport Stephanie Conradie
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Netcare 911 paramedics and other services responded to an accident on the N12 near Van Buuren Road off-ramp in Bedfordview on 30 August. When they arrived at the scene they found that a minibus had overturned, resulting in eight people sustaining injuries.The eight patients were transported to hospital for further medical care after receiving treatment on the scene. Exact details of the cause of the accident and the events preceding it will remain the subject of a police investigation.
Germiston accident claims a life A thirty-nine-year-old woman tragically lost her life following a pedestrian accident on North Reef Road in Elandsfontein, Germiston last Wednesday. Netcare 911 arrived on the scene to find that the woman had already lost her life during the accident. The driver of the motor vehicle sustained moderate injuries and was transported to hospital for further medical care. Little is as yet known about the cause of the accident. A police investigation is still underway.
SAPS Weekly arrests: Primrose arrests:
Possession of drugs:...........................................................................8 Urinating in public:...............................................................................1 Fraud:...................................................................................................3 Assault common:.................................................................................2 Illegal connection of electricity:............................................................1 House-breaking with intent to steal:....................................................1 Possession of stolen property:............................................................7 Illegal possession of copper:...............................................................1 Drunk driving:.......................................................................................1 Drunk and disorderly:..........................................................................1 Malicious damage to property:............................................................2 Attempted murder:...............................................................................1 Contempt of court:...............................................................................2 Dealing in liquor without a licence:......................................................5 Illegal immigration:...............................................................................3
Assaulted with bricks and an iron bar
Proving that just about anything can be used as a weapon, Primrose SAPS made two arrests for assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm involving bricks and an iron bar. At Marathon informal settlement on 6 August, a 24-year-old woman struck another woman with a brick after an argument involving the two of them, the assault victim’s husband and allegations about dirty water poured into the victim's yard by the brick-thrower. The victim suffered injuries to her back and the suspect was arrested on1 September. At Makause informal settlement on the same day, an argument caused by borrowed tools led to a scuffle with an iron bar and a brick. When a man who had lent his neighbour tools in 2013 went to retrieve them, the man went into his shack to fetch an iron bar to hit him but fortunately, the tool-owner grabbed it in time. The man then fetched a brick from his shack and struck his neighbour on the upper body, causing injuries. Both suspects appeared at Germiston Court and the matters have been remanded for various reasons. The police have appealed to the community not to take the law into their own hands, but to approach them for help when they have challenges.
ON ITS SIDE: The heavy goods vehicle overturned at the circle in front of Rand Airport. One person was injured after a heavy goods vehicle overturned at the traffic circle outside Rand Airport on Rand Airport Road in Germiston last week. Netcare 911 paramedics and other services arrived on the scene to find a heavy goods vehicle lying on its side, obstructing part of the roadway. The driver was treated on the scene for his injuries and taken to hospital for further medical care. The cause of the accident is under investigation.
Primrose police arrests: Drug possession arrests in Oak Ave
With the help of members from the K9 Benoni unit, Primrose police arrested two suspects, aged 27 and 29 years old, for possession of drugs last Wednesday in Oak Avenue. Members of the Benoni K9 unit were doing crime prevention duties in the area when they noticed two suspiciouslooking men. They stopped to search them and found drugs in their possession.Primrose SAPS arrested them and brought them to the police station for detention. Primrose SAPS management thanked the K9 unit for their help. The suspects will appear in Germiston Court soon.
Woman arrested for smashing shop window Last Tuesday Primrose police arrested a 30-year-old woman for smashing the window of a shop in Rietfontein Road. The previous Saturday morning the business-owner had arrived to open her shop to find that the front window was broken. Fortunately, however, no one had entered the premises. The suspect, who was arrested for malicious damage to property, will appear in court soon.
NABBED: Sgt Maome with the suspect
Wage thief confesses
Primrose police arrested a 24-year-old man last week for stealing a money-bag of wages on payday. The wages clerk had left the money-bag on the table in her upstairs office, locked the security gate behind her and gone downstairs. After four hours she returned to find the security gate open and the moneybag missing. Since there was no evidence of forced entry, she realised that the suspect had access to a key for the security gate. She then called the security guard, knowing that he had a second key for the security gate and asked him if he knew who took the money. He referred her to someone he believed to be the culprit, who confessed to the theft. The police were called later and the suspect was traced and arrested. He will appear in the Germiston Court soon.
Illegal shebeen queen arrested Primrose police arrested a woman recently at Delport informal settlement for dealing in liquor without a licence. They were doing a foot patrol in Delport when they noticed what seemed to be the sign for a tavern on a home which many people were continually entering and leaving with bottles of beer. They approached the place and asked permission to search it. After finding a large amount of beer inside, they asked the owner of the place to show them her liquor licence, but she was unable to produce one. The police arrested her for dealing in liquor without a licence and took her to Primrose SAPS for detention. She has appeared at Germiston Court and the matter has been remanded for trial. Police have promised to continue such operations in informal settlements to reduce the high volume of liquor-related crimes in these areas.
Family chases burglars down street The Monday before last, Primrose SAPS arrested a 19-year-old suspect in Elm Street for house-breaking and theft after a couple and their son woke up to find intruders in their home, and caught one after chasing them down the street. The lady of the house was woken by the barking of the family’s dogs and went to investigate. She discovered four men removing items from the lounge, who ran out of the house after realising they had been seen. Hot on their heels, however, were the woman, her husband and their son. They caught one of the suspects and handed him over to the police. Police salute the bravery of the family for apprehending the suspect but appeal to the community to be extra careful when chasing suspects, as some are armed and may put their lives in danger. The community is urged to call the police to help when necessary. The suspect appeared at Germiston Court, and the matter was remanded for plea and trial while the suspect remained in custody.
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09 September 2014
and dance in aid of Door of Hope Children’s mission. Expect an array of dishes, cool treats and a DJ to dance the night away. Please support the donation station with: Nan Formula, Nappies, Wet Wipes and Bum Cream. Time: 19:30 Venue: Casa Da Madeira Dress Code: Smart Casual Ticket Price: R200 Adults/ R80 Children 5-10 years Cash Bar available Contact 082 0754651
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13 September How to research UK ancestry Are you keen to research your British ancestry, but unsure of how to go about it? Margaret Gundry will be addressing the South East Witwatersrand Family History Society (SEWFHS) group on: How to research UK Ancestry.” Resources etc at NG Church Hall, Windsor Road, Sunnyridge at 13:00 for 13.30. A comprehensive reference library is available as well as expert help. New members interested in attending or researching their family trees are welcome. Visitors R20 includes tea. Contact John Schwartz on 082 921 6876.
Free tax workshops The South African Revenue Service would like to invite all interested parties to a series of free tax education sessions to be held at the Alberton branch. e@syfile Employer-11 September -09:0011:00 Provisional Tax-18 September -09:00-11:00 eFiling (Individuals)-25 September-09:00-11:00 To reserve your seat and for more information: E-mail: EngagementAlberton@sars.gov.za Call: 011 861 5610/5603/5502
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FUN: Blayne Herbst enjoys interactive Sci-Bono displays
SPECIAL GUESTS: Sade Giliberti and Prima Toys characters.
Prima Toys launched their latest products at the Sci- Bono Museum last Thursday where fortunate children got the opportunity to play with the latest toys that are on offer and are ideal for Christmas presents. Sade Giliberti from YO TV fame was the MC for the event which was well match for the energetic children. The children had a variety of sweet, cakes and food to munch on while playing and a lucky girl was the winner of a toy hamper valued at R4500. The awesome toys that are on offer are: My Little Pony and the Equestria Girls, LeapTV, My Friend Cayla an interactive doll that is powered by Google, The Beatrix Girls, Meccanno which are awesome products for little construction workers and many more. For the full list toys please visit www.tametimes.co.za.
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Minister urges learners to take maths and science
09 September 2014
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MATHS MATTERS: Minister Naledi Pandor addressing the learners. South Africa needs to quadruple the number of engineering graduates per year, said Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor as she opened the UNESCO Africa Engineering Week at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) last week Monday. Minister Pandor encouraged school learners to study mathematics and science, and to work hard at them.”We have an unfortunate legacy inherited from the former education system of our country, which discouraged black learners from taking mathematics and science for Matric,” said Minister Pandor. “We need to make science, maths and technology-related subjects more visible to the youth, in order to inspire more children and build the number of engineers entering the profession,” she said. In a passionate plea to learners, Minister Pandor said: “Our desperate need is for you, as the future of this country, to take the decision from grade 10 right through to grade 12, to study maths and science at school, and to persevere with these subjects, right up to university. If you stick with this decision, in 20 years’ time our country will be transformed.” For more information, visit www.ecsa.co.za, www.unesco.org or www.dst.gov.za.
Sgt Maome speaking to the learners Primrose police, accompanied by members of the Crime Prevention Youth Desk, visited Laerskool Die President to address bullying last Tuesday. The school is struggling with the issue of bullying, which is affecting learners as young as six years old and some of the learners are even bullying their educators.
Spring at Pitter Patter
Holy Rosary tennis stars
St Andrew’s JS sport awards
Junior School pupils, Jillian Ellis, Kiara Laljith, Alessia Surmon, Courtney Oosterlaak, Georgia Catzavelos, Storme Buckle, Kelsey- Erin Gems and Tayla Sinclair received half colours.
Holy Rosary Primary School participated in the Sun City Tennis Tournament from 29 August to 1 September.
Left to right: Morgan Jones, Lia Driganakis, Lia Nichas, Jenna Laubser, Aimee Caplan and Angelica Ciccone
The Youth Desk performed an educational drama for the children and then Sgt Maome spoke to them. He warned the learners that those who end up as serious criminals often start off as bullies and urged them to report bullying to their teachers or parents.
Little Skye Venter (1) poses in her spring outfit to celebrate SPRING at Pitter Patter Academy.
Georgina Tregoning, Grade 7, received the trophy for the Most Improved Grade 7A Team Hockey Player.
Lesedi Letsatsi, Grade 7, received the award for Most Improved U13A Team Netball player.
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African comic royalty coming to Emperors Competition Winner Blu Blood’s Kings and Queens of Comedy is one of the country’s leading comedy brands and is set to take the continent by storm at Emperors Palace. For the first time on a South African stage the royal court proudly presents The Kings and Queens of Comedy Africa. The show will be performed on the eve of Heritage Day in the Centre Court, Emperors Palace at 20:00. Wild child and African diva Kuli Roberts will be the proud host of this exciting comedy trifecta. The kings and queens have readied their comical armour and sharpened their witty swords. The Royal Council of Laughter has declared all of Africa a comedy monarch, with some of the continent’s brightest and funniest comedians. The line-up includes: South Africa’s Kagiso Lediga, Tumi Morake, Tshepo Mogale, Chester Missing and Conrad
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Koch; Ugandas’ David Kibuka and Pablo Kimuli; Nigerias’ Basket Mouth; Zimbabwe’s Carl Joshua Ncube and Malawi’s Daliso Chaponda. Tickets are on sale from R185 and can be bought through Computicket - visit www. computicket.com or call 0861 915 8000. Official Hashtag: #KNQAfrica. For overnight bookings, contact Emperors Palace on 011 928 1297/1213.
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In a first for Savanna Comic’s Choice Awards, this year’s Waldo winners will perform together for one night only at a special showcase at The Soweto Theatre on 20 September 2014. Comic of the Year Award recipient, the talented Loyiso Gola, will be in attendance, along with ventriloquist extraordinaire Conrad Koch, recipient of The Times Comic’s Pen Award, who promises to impress audiences with his politically-charged puppet Chester Missing. Newcomer Kagiso KG Mokgadi, who won the breakthrough category, will treat Johannesburg fans to his deep-voiced gags and relaxed delivery. Savanna Audience Choice Award winner Elton Mdu Ntuli is massively entertaining with his hilarious vernacular routine. Celebrated Lifetime Achiever recipient Mark Banks will host the show. Each act will be doing a 15- to 20-minute set. Of the six award winners, only Savanna Newcomer Award recipient Loyiso Madinga is unavailable to complete the line-up due to a prior commitment. For only R120, fans of comedy will get to enjoy an unprecedented line-up of SA’s fresh, up-and-coming talent alongside heavyweight industry veterans.
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It is hard trying to figure out how to keep to your company’s casual dress code without adding denims to the mix. Most employees feel that they would be much more comfortable wearing their jeans to work every day, but policies may prohibit this. In some places, only certain types of jeans are acceptable and only on some days of the week, like Fridays. Other workplaces have a more straightforward NO JEANS AT ALL policy. Jeans, however, are all about how you present them and what you pair your neat pair of jeans with. Denim jeans were originally made in blue, but are now available in various colours and styles, making it easier to wear them to work and get away with it. Most jeans suitable for office wear have four characteristics in common: office jeans are not ripped or scruffy in appearance, they have a uniform dark colour, they are made of good quality denim and they fit you properly - not being too tight and definitely not baggy. Men working in an informal corporate environment can get away with wearing slightly baggier jeans. These jeans come in black or dark blue and are slightly boot-cut, adding a little edgy look for the corporate environment. Stick to solid colours and clean lines - if pants have too many accessories like buttons, zips and bleach marks, they can make the jean look too casual. Stay away from flowery, patterned shirts. Rather match your jeans with a neat striped shirt and blazer. Ladies, avoid run-ins with Human Resources by wearing wider-legged, higher-waisted trouser pants in dark denim with a blouse and blazer. Where men may have a harder time getting away with coloured jeans, women can safely wear them. Avoid wearing bright colours that are too tight, however, as they are not suitable for an office setting. Keep in mind your employer’s point of view and the image that you are sending out to clients when selecting your outfit for the day, whether it is a casual corporate look or the traditional black and white welltailored suit. Anything dirty, ripped, too tight or baggy is not appropriate for any office environment. What you are wearing will make an impression about the company you are working for, and also about yourself.
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e h t o t t s a o t A ht en and now Stellenbosch at Summer Place, presented by Sanlam Private Wealth, toasts the then and now of South Africa’s pioneering wine route through fine food, wine, music and art on Wednesday, 15 October. This year’s theme is a celebration of yesterday, today and tomorrow’s masters and Jozi socialites are in for a connoisseur’s feast of stalwarts, fresh talent and innovative tastes from the City of Oaks. More than 70 top quality wines will be paired with cutting-edge culinary prowess when five of the finest Stellenbosch chefs create unique gourmet sensations. In tune with the back to the future vibe, will be the supertalented Amazink All Stars, who will lend a soulful atmosphere to the evening with live music from the past and present. An evolution of the maestros will also be depicted through rare pieces from the Sanlam Art Collection – one of South Africa’s finest and most extensive corporate art collections. Tickets for Stellenbosch at Summer Place 2014 cost R500 per person and include all the wine, food and entertainment on the evening which starts at 18:30. For more information visit www.wineroute.co.za.
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Sports clubs: tata ma chance DIRECTIONS TO would also like to reiterate the fact that The National Lotteries Board (NLB) annually the NLB receives requests for would like to invite qualifying funding amounting to more than R70 organisations that support the billion, a figure that is well in excess of the development of sport at grassroots funds available for distribution.” level to apply for funding. The NLB will give preference to sports Charlotte Thabang Mampane, Chief clubs and no-fee schools (Quintile 1,2 and Executive Officer of the NLB said the 3) in poor, previously disadvantaged and scope of the funding programme is in rural communities that support capacity line with government policy to support all • Take the N1 South (Concrete) Highway towards Roodepoort building (training of coaches and technical sporting codes in South Africa. officials), universal The NLB the allocates a totalRoad of close to R2 • Take Randshow / Emalahleni (Witbank) exit access to facilities and provision or upgrading of access facilities billion each financial year in funding to for people with disabilities. various organisations • Takequalifying the Witbank lane ontocovering the N12 East “South Africa has also demonstrated at the all three sectors including charities, arts and culture sporting • Take the organisations JHB lane ontoand the M1 North Common Wealth Games, held recently in Scotland, that we have a wealth of talent entities. and Gold it is imperative that we support the “We would to take thisexit opportunity • Take thelike Xavier Street and follow the Reef City signs development of our sporting talent from an to encourage all interested schools and early age,” concluded Mampane. clubs to forward their application to the Application forms NLB as early as possible, observing the are available at the funding criteria and procedures to avoid NLB head offices in disappointment. Failure to comply with Pretoria or online at the regulations and prescribed guidelines • result Take N12 Concrete Highway www.nlb.org.za will in the application automatically being disqualified,” Mampane said. We
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Coming off a solid showing in the Aberdeen Asset Management Ladies Scottish Open on Sunday, South African’s Stacy Bregman is looking to extend her career-best season
Bregman primed for Swedish success with another strong performance in this week’s Helsingborg Open in Sweden. The Johannesburg professional broke into the top 15 on the Ladies European Tour money list with a tie for third place at the Volvik RACV Ladies Masters in Australia early this season. She protected her ranking with a joint fifth finish at the Italian Ladies Open in June and successfully maintained her standing ranking with a fourth top 20 finish in the €250,000 event at Archerfield Links in East Lothian, Scotland. “This is undoubtedly my best season since I turned pro in 2007,” Bregman said. “Obviously I’ve gained a lot of experience over the last seven years and that experience is starting t o pay off. I believe the biggest breakthrough has been on the mental side of the game, though. My mental attitude has made the b i g g e s t difference this year.” Bregman is reaping the benefits of working with renowned sport psychologist, Maretha Claassen. “I used to get very intense on the golf course and I just got in my own
way. I found it hard to recover from bad shots and bad rounds, because I am such a perfectionist. Maretha has helped me to accept that bad shots happen. I’ve learned to let go and move on and I’m a much better golfer for it. Instead of fighting with myself, I now focus forward. I can leave it behind and it has definitely lifted my game.” The reigning Zambia Ladies Open champion spent much quality time during the recent break at the Momentum World of Golf with her long-time coach, Neville Sundelson, to prepare for the next stretch in Europe. “I’ve been working with Neville for many years and I always touch base with him when I’m home.” “Putting has always been my Achilles Heel, so I also did a lot of work with my short game coach, Neil Cheetham. I’m hitting the ball really well and I have definitely improved my action with the short stick, so I am heading into the next couple of tournaments with a good level of confidence.” Although she is still chasing a maiden win in Europe, Bregman says it no longer consumes her life. “You know, I was my own worst enemy in the
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