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Distribution: Alberton & Germiston South: 37 000 JHB South: 26 500 Bedfordview & Edenvale: 14 500 Kathorus: 55 000 Delivery on Tuesday to all households and businesses in Alberton, Germiston South, JHB South and Bedfordview. Published by Tame Communications Corner Michelle Avenue and 37 Sangiro Close, Randhart. PO Box 17699, Randhart, 1457. Tel: 011 862 8500, Fax: 011 869 7335 Editor: Heather.djunga@tametimes.co.za
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Area’s heritage honoured
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 It would seem an abundance of natural wealth is right on our doorstep and the local community has been called on to step up and fight for this heritage. Ward 20 Councillor Jill Humphreys has been leading an impassioned team of community volunteers in the Taking Back the Mountain initiative, involving clean-up operations in the mountainous Bill Stewart Nature Reserve area, north of Kloof Road, Bedfordview.
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An avid gardener, Humphreys said the pristine flora and fauna of the reserve were invaluable to South Africa’s natural heritage, and explained that the reserve was of geological interest, as it was an Iron Age heritage site. She said dumping and littering on the site were a concern and security measures, including fences and gates, needed improvement. For more details of the next clean-up or to help with sponsorship for the protection of the reserve area, call 082 450 0128.
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“Soft targets” victims of local house robberies Home owners are warned to be vigilant about home security following a spate of house robberies in the Edenvale area. Crime prevention officer from the Edenvale Police Station Lieutenant Colonel Robbie Roberts has confirmed that house robberies have become more prevalent in the area and said that in many of the incidents criminals had taken advantage of “soft targets,” like domestic workers and senior citizens. Lieutenant Colonel Roberts said negligence was often a precursor to such crimes: “People have the belief, ‘It won’t happen to me’ and become complacent about locking doors and keeping security gates closed at all times,” he said. He has advised residents to be aware of what is happening around them and to keep gates and doors locked at all times. He also encouraged residents to get to
know their neighbours. “In this way, when a suspicious car is parked next door or down the road, you will be more likely to pay attention to it and take the necessary crime p r e v e n t a t i v e FOCUSED: Lieutenant steps.” Colonel Robbie He said many Roberts, Edenvale of the robberies Police Station had occurred in enclosed areas where residents tended to be more complacent about security because they perceived their boomed-off street as inaccessible to criminals.
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An interest in the area’s natural heritage was brought into the spotlight with the recent finding of a dead genet - a catlike member of the civet family - in Modderfontein Road, just past the Edenvale Hospital. This kind of wildlife is not foreign to the area, according to Modderfontein Conservation Society spokesperson Robbie Vermont, who is actively involved in conservation of the Modderfontein area and its surrounds. He said that a troop of vervet monkeys had been observed living near the Edenvale Hospital and that wild animals like jackals, duikers and leguaans were resident in the Modderfontein area. “In some parts
of Modderfontein, you can hear the call of jackals at night,” he said. He said the area also had over 285 species of birds. It would seem developers in the area are mindful of protecting its beautiful heritage. Usman Aly, spokesperson for the Zendai Heartland development, which is scheduled to unfold over the coming 15 years, said that the project planners had taken every necessary precaution to protect the natural reserve area of Modderfontein. “Many people who live in the area, decided to invest in it because of its ‘country living’ ambience and we hope to keep it that way,” said Vermont. The Modderfontein Conservation Society holds regular talks, as well as walks through the Modderfontein Reserve. For more information, call 011 608 2693.
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Fake cops throw victim out of car The Sunday before last a pedestrian walking along Pretoria Road in Germiston was pulled into a car by fake police officers and robbed of his valuables. The victim alleges that his ordeal began when a car with two men inside it stopped near him. The men informed him that they were police officers and needed to take him to the police station for questioning. One of the men pushed the innocent pedestrian into their vehicle and then ordered him to hand over all his valuables.
The passenger suspect became impatient with the man and started searching him, taking R320 and his cellphone. The victim noticed that his robbers had left an iPhone on the dashboard and, wanting revenge, grabbed it and threw it out of the window. Enraged by this, the suspects then grabbed the victim and pushed him out of the moving car. After detectives followed up on the leads provided by the victim, one suspect was arrested and detained at Primrose SAPS. He will appear at Germiston Court soon.
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EXCITED: Roarke and Cheryl Lessing, founders of Edenvale’s new radio station, Edenvale Radio It takes a community to build a radio station. Roarke Lessing, station manager of Edenvale Radio, the area’s new radio station, attributes the station’s recent successful launch to the phenomenal backing of the community. The station went on air just over ten days ago and is the brainchild of Roarke and Cheryl Lessing, Edenvale residents for the past 14 years. The Lessings have a deep love for the area with its central location and warm, friendly residents and have dedicated the station to its upliftment. Edenvale Radio is a non-profit organization, so proceeds from the project will go towards crime prevention and alleviation, unemployment and poverty issues, and providing a platform for youth and upcoming talent to develop and shine, among other goals.
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Roarke said when he wrote down "start a radio station" as one of his long-term goals five years ago, he never imagined this dream would be realized so quickly. He said residents sharing his vision for a united, proactive community had come forward to support him and his wife, among them Edenvale Community Policing Forum’s chairperson Linda McKenzie. The couple is particularly excited about the response they have received following the notice of the stations’ opening. “Already the most extraordinary people, from a DIY expert to an animal behaviour specialist, have come forward, wanting to offer their expertise through the station,” said Mr Lessing. The station is streamed online from www.edenvaleradio.co.za and an app providing access to the service can be downloaded on to cellphones. “This means you can literally follow up-todate local news from your phone around the clock,” said Mr Lessing. “There is a need for a very specific radio service in the area. There are over 70 000 residents and around 600 businesses.” He said while he was aware of many specialist radio stations in the area and its surrounds, he believed Edenvale Radio was the only station currently dedicated exclusively to the improvement of the area. “The experience has been surreal,” explained Cheryl. “When others share in your vision, it is possible to do anything.” The couple encourages local corporates and residents to “catch the wave” and support the initiative through sponsorship and volunteership. To assist, call 087 985 0928.
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Gambling is a “hidden illness.” It has no obvious physical symptoms but is as destructive as Ebola. Bidding on sporting events, buying scratch cards, playing roulette or poker or slots, either at a casino or online are all forms of gambling. A gambling addiction, like a drug addiction, causes strain on relationships, interferes
with work and could ultimately lead to financial catastrophe. It is an impulse control disorder - the gambler cannot control the impulse to gamble. Gambling is all he or she can think about and wants to do, no matter the consequences. The gambler will keep on gambling whether they are up or down, broke or flush, happy or depressed.
Myths & Facts about Gambling Addiction Myth 1: You have to gamble every day to be a problem gambler. Fact: The gambling could happen frequently or infrequently. A gambling habit should be seen as an issue if it causes problems in one’s daily routine. Myth 2: Gambling is not a problem if the gambler can afford it. Fact: Problems caused by excessive gambling are not only financial. Gambling also ruins families and friendships. Myth 3: Partners of problem gamblers often drive them to gamble. Fact: Gamblers rationalise their behaviour. They blame others for their problem in order to avoid taking responsibility. Myth 4: If a problem gambler builds up a debt, you should help them take care of it. Fact: A quick fix will not resolve the problem. It will only make matters worse by enabling gambling problems to continue. One should consider gambling a problem if the following factors are present: 1. You feel the need to be secretive about your gambling. 2. You are having trouble controlling your gambling. 3. You gamble when you do not have the money to do so. 4. Friends and family are worried about your gambling habits. Do’s and Don’ts for partners of problem gamblers Do: - Seek support from an organization like Gamblers Anonymous. - Be open about the problem to your chidren. - Recognize your partner’s good qualities and do not focus solely on his or her gambling addiction. - Remain calm and do not make gambling the centre of every argument. - Let the gambler know you are seeking help. - Take control over the family’s finances. Don’t: - Preach, lecture, lose control or get angry - Make threats - Exclude the gambler from family activities
- Bail out the gambler - Cover up or deny the addiction In order to beat the addiction, the addict will need to undergo a lifestyle change and should make healthier choices. In order to do this, certain elements should be removed and replaced with healthier choices. The four elements needed for gambling to continue are: 1. A decision 2. Money 3. Time 4. A game By eliminating these four elements, the gambler will not be able to continue with the bad habit.
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Date: 8 and 9 November Time: 10:00 – 16:30 Cost: R25 per ticket, valid for both days. For more information contact Margaret on 083 266 3500 Keys found in Tedstone Ville A lost set of keys was found in Simon Bekker Street, Tedstone Ville, Germiston, on 26 September. If you lost your keys, contact 084 381 5628 and give a positive description of the keys. Free SARS 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 Edenvale branch: PAYE: Bi-annual Reconciliation 30 October 9:00 – 11:00 To reserve your seat and for more information: Email: EngagementAlberton@sars.gov.za Call: 011 861 5503/5610/5572/5502 Venue: C/O Hendrik Potgieter & van Riebeeck Road, Edenvale
For more information or if you would like to sponsor a hole or play on the day, contact Colleen on 082 336 6174 or Melanie on 072 436 6207. Lusito Golf Day – 12 November Lusito’s Annual Golf Day 2014 will be held at Modderfontein Golf Club on Wednesday, 12 November. Tee-off will start at 11:30 (shotgun). The cost for a four-ball is R3000; this includes 18 holes of golf, halfway house, golfer’s shirt and cap and a prize-giving dinner. The competition format will be four-ball alliances (two scores to count). If you do not have four players, you can still enter individually. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information contact Jose / Suzy on 011 435 8583.
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Sasonah Lodge Care Centre Charity Golf Day – 11 November Sasonah Lodge Care Centre will be hosting a Charity Golf Day in support of cancer and Alzheimers. Date: 11 November Time: 10:30 Place: Germiston Country Club Please join us and help generate funds. and support for Sasonah Lodge Care Centre.
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Holy Rosary matrics are honoured
DEDICATED: The 2014 Matrics of Holy Rosary High School ended their school career with the traditional end-of-year valedictory mass.
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Holy Rosary High School recently held its end-of-year Matric mass, prizegiving and valedictory service.
Children from Bedfordview Pre-Primary School wore their bandanas proudly in support of The Sunflower Fund’s National Bandana Day to create awareness of bone marrow donation.
GIFTED: Seen here are Holy Rosary 2014 Dux Scholarum Kirsty Warnes, principal Mrs Jacinta Lucas, guest speaker and past pupil Ms Catherine Limberis and 2013/2014 headgirl Michela Agostinetto.
TALENTED: Holy Rosary High School announced its 2014 Dux Scholarum, Kirsty Warnes, at the Matric prizegiving and valedictory service.
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The International Water Colour Society of South Africa (IWSSA) recently held a breathtaking exhibition at the Bedford Centre in Bedfordview, showcasing works depicting Madiba, a fever tree, Graca Machel and other proudly South African themes. Among the local and international artworks on exhibition was a painting by IWSSA chairlady Cheryl Curnick entitled My First Rose. “Water colour is the most difficult medium to work with,” said Terenia Surtees, IWSSA volunteer. “It is very unforgiving, unlike other media where mistakes can easily be rectified. Still, it is the chosen medium of many of the old masters.” Dianna Daniel, a IWSSA volunteer who
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With her musical genius and the recent launch of her new CD, Chocolate Box, violinist Kristel Birkholz is fast becoming South Africa’s own Vanessa Mae. Growing up in Edenvale, Birkholz, a former Edenglen Primary and High School learner, never imagined her passion for violin would one day become her chosen profession. “The violin is a difficult instrument that always challenges you,” she said. “Each violin has its own personality that you have to get to know in order to bring out the best in the instrument.” Birkholz has had a varied, exciting career: “I have performed on various platforms - in musicals, films, on TV and in various concert halls.” Her new CD has been made in collaboration with her band Cherry Pill. For more information, visit www.kristelbirkholz.co.za
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DRIVEN: Golfing extraordinaire, Ashleigh Simon It is not easy to get hold of Ashleigh Simon (25) during office hours. The former Holy Rosary High School learner and Edenvale resident spends hours each day honing her golfing skills. Her cellphone voicemail message neatly sums up her determination as a professional golfer: “Hi, this is Ash. I’m on the golf course making cash”. Simon is fast climbing her way to international success. She recently achieved 15th place in the LPGA Tour, her best finish as yet, and has secured her LPGA tour card for 2015. She told the tame TIMES that she was already showing natural talent on the golf course at six years of age. She said she was gifted in numerous sports – among them, soccer, hockey, cricket, tennis and softball - but golf always held a special place in her heart. The first time she
realised how good she really was, was when she was ten years old and started winning junior tournaments. At 12 years of age she secured her first victory, winning the Ladies Club Championship at the Royal Johannesburg Golf Club. Despite her phenomenal success, she said she strives to remain down-to-earth: “I have found being in the limelight from time to time is fun and I’ve always surrounded myself with good friends and family to stay humble. I hope kids can look up to me and see that I am humble and friendly.” She said she had never regretted her decision to follow her passion for golf: “I believe I was born with competitiveness in my blood and that is why I love it so much.” She now has her sights set on winning the LPGA Tour and competing in the 2016 Olympic Games.
CHAMPIONS: Western Province won. * Photo: Images/enca.com This past Saturday the Lions and Western Province (WP) competed for the 2014 Absa Currie Cup at Newlands. It was a nail-biting match, but in the end WP edged past the Lions to claim a 19-16 victory. By half-time WP was already leading 13-0, which did not predict victory for the visitors. However, the Lions fought back hard during the second half. The team scored their first penalty kick only five minutes into the second half. A try and a second penalty kick followed shortly afterwards and tied the two teams at 13-13. The Lions were relentless, but poor kicking ultimately led to the team’s demise. After WP inside centre Jaco Taute planted the first try of the match, WP was set on winning the Cup. WP has always been a strong contender for the Currie Cup: from 1982 to 1986 WP has won the Cup every year. The team last won the Currie Cup in 2012 and was set on claiming it again this year. The Lions last won this title in 2011. WP flyhalf Demetri Catrakilis was named Man of the Match for his exceptional goal-kicking, which gave the champions the edge on the scoreboard. It was a close match, but a well-deserved victory for WP. This year is the 33rd time that WP has won the Absa Currie Cup title.
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