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OUTRAGED: Community members protested against bail for the suspect. Pictures by Anver Jansen Police have arrested 32-year-old Tamsanqa Twala from Katlehong as a suspect in the Teagrin Morris hijacking and murder incident. Twala was arrested following a hijacking in Primrose on 23 October and appeared in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court on 29 October, when his bail application was remanded to 7 November. Twala has been charged with murder, hijacking and possession of an unlicensed firearm.
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ccording to Colonel Noxolo Kweza from SAPS Provincial Office, members of the Gauteng Tracing Unit received information about an Opel Corsa that had been hijacked in Primrose during the early hours of the morning, and was later found abandoned in Germiston. The Tracing Unit followed up the information and monitored the car. Police then ambushed the suspects and arrested them on the scene, with the assistance of Ekurhuleni Metro Police
members who followed a white BMW that was associated with the hijacking. Twala has a long list of convictions against him including hijacking, possession of a firearm and possession of suspected stolen goods. According to Colonel Kweza, Twala was positively identified in an identity parade as a definite suspect in the Morris hijacking in July during which four-yearold Teagrin was dragged to death while dangling from the family’s car which was hijacked in Daisy Street, Reiger Park. The National Police Commissioner, General Riah Phiyega, congratulated the team on their excellent work, saying that this arrest is a major breakthrough for police. Phiyega added that this arrest could not have come at a better time, as the country is preparing for 16 Days of Activism for no violence against women and children. Police are appealing to anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the remaining JUSTICE AT LAST: Suspect Tamsanqa Twala in court. Picture source: eNCA: Lenyaro Sello suspects to come forward.
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AUTism TeenZ is a school specialising in the treatment and education of autistic adolescents between the ages of 10 and 20. The school is situated in Northmead, Benoni and will officially open its doors in January.
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ccording to Claire Youngman, Director of the Ernie Els Centre for Autism, recent statistics show that one out of 68 children is born autistic. Michele Leonard, one of the founders of AUTism TeenZ, explained that there are very few schools in Gauteng that cater for autistic teenagers.
Michelle and AUTism TeenZ co-founder, Abby Westpal, started looking for a suitable property in the East Rand, and found one in Benoni. Abby is a teacher with qualifications in teaching children with autism and Michelle has an autistic son. They both share a passion for helping autistic children and they hope to make a difference through this school. “There is such a wide variety of autism in children,” said Leonard. “There is no specific issue linked to every child. You will never meet the same autistic child again. Each child has to be assessed and the curriculum has to address the specific needs of that child. We want them to reach their full potential; we will focus on life skills, because there will not always be someone around to assist them. We also want them to have a home away from home,” Leonard said. A few of the life skills categories that will be offered at the school will include: Active Lifestyle Games and Sports (to develop fundamental movement skills (FMS)), Growth and Development, Interpersonal
Three local businesses hosted a Cuppa for Relationships, Personal Health Choices, Cansa on October 25 at The Cake Boutique in Safe Living, Communicating Skills, Decision Airfield, Benoni. Making, Interacting, Moving and Problem Solving. A class will consist of between six he Paper Blossom, Pen It Professional and eight teenagers, so that each child can Services and The Cake Boutique played receive individual attention. host to 30 Ekurhuleni residents who showed their support for Cansa by buying raffle If you are interested in this school, contact tickets and making additional donations, totalling Michelle on 0725194254 or leonard. R3 460. michele@yahoo.com for more information.
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The funds raised will go towards Cansa’s TLC programme for youth and families affected by cancer. Stephanie Pearse, Cansa community mobiliser for the East Rand, joined the event and helped to raise awareness, not only of cancer and Cansa, but also about the programme. She said the programme provides support for children and teens diagnosed with cancer or affected by cancer. Support is provided to the family as a whole in both scenarios. The programme also focuses on awareness of childhood cancers and early detection. If you would like to host a Cuppa for Cansa or want to make a donation to Cansa, visit the Cansa website www.cansa.org.za.
Often it is said that aspiring entrepreneurs need to learn as much as they can about every aspect of business. I would like to expand on this and unpack some crucial skills entrepreneurs need to develop in order to be truly successful: 1. Become a generalist. While there is a drive toward specialisation in every area of our lives, remember that the person who commands armies is called a general. Being a generalist allows you to have a great deal of flexibility as a business owner. 2. Know the numbers - yours and everyone else’s. Numbers can be a great motivational force in your business and your life. Numbers are the language of business, so you need to become fluent in them and familiarise yourself with a number of different formulas and key benchmarks if you want your business to be successful.
Key numbers to know are: the size of your target market, the number of companies currently competing in your space, the types of revenues these companies are generating, the profit margins they are running. NOTE: In any start-up, expenses are usually 30 to 35 percent more than expected and revenues are always less than planned. Adjust accordingly and be prepared to alter your plans if the numbers do not add up. 3. Treat your day job like an apprenticeship to becoming an entrepreneur. Your best ally in your current position is time. Use it to leverage your knowledge of what works (and what does not), and learn as much as you can about what drives sales and profits, because those are lessons you can use at some point in the future. Think about what you can learn in your current position. 4. Work more jobs. Would you open a restaurant for the
first time without ever working in a restaurant? Maybe you would not, but we have had clients who did - and the results were not pretty. To avoid their fate, find ways to work in the type of business you are thinking of starting. 5. Learn the value of systems. Systems are the key to creating better and more profitable businesses. Until you can learn to systematise fundamental processes, you will forever be reinventing the wheel, that can take any form. While these are vital to understand and a key to success, it is also important to become familiar with complex and technical systems like phone systems, IT and internet configurations.
know the rules or the objective of your game. So get some grounding in the legal aspects of business, forming your own business, local tax regulations and licensing requirements. While there are a number of other things you need to learn to succeed in business, these seven are a good place to start. There are few truly new things under the sun, so build on the intellectual capital of those who have gone before you.
6. Become a good salesman. In business, nothing happens until a sale is made. If you are the owner of the company, you will be expected to generate sales. 7. Learn the rules. You cannot play a good game if you do not
By Elsa Groenewald: Franchisee and Business Coach at ActionCOACH
SPREADING AWARENESS: Stephanie Pearse, Cansa community mobiliser for the East Rand, tells those present at the Cuppa for Cansa at Cake Boutique where their donations will be used.
CUPCAKES FOR CANSA: The Cake Boutique’s lovely “think pink” cupcakes.
Dear readers, this week I must say good-bye. I have resigned from tame TIMES to pursue further career opportunities in the media industry. I enjoyed compiling each edition, and will definitely miss the local community. Even though change is sad and unsettling, it is the only way to advance and grow - if it is introduced at the right time. I believe that I have reached the end of a chapter, and I am ready for new challenges. I pray that every reader will have a very blessed Christmas and New Year. Enquiries can be sent to the new editor, Natasha Kotze, at nkotze24@gmail.com.
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As an African thunderstorm filled the storm-water drains outside the charming premises of The Cake Boutique in Typhoon Street in Benoni’s Airfield, guests arrived for an amazing sugar show conducted by Hungarian pastry chef Peter Gyorgyicsek on Thursday, 23 October.
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shelter in a castle. Enchanted Servants – Cogsworth, Lumiere, Babette, Mrs Potts and Chip - try to make Maurice comfortable , but the Beast imprisons the intruder. To the dismay of the silly girls who fawn over Gaston, the village brute proposes to Belle, who turns him down. When Belle sees Gaston’s sidekick Lefou wearing her father’s scarf, Belle runs off in search of him. She finds her missing father at the castle and offers herself in exchange for his freedom. The Beast agrees, sending Maurice back to the village.
Beauty and the Beast will enchant at the Peoples Theatre’s year-end production from 3 November to 24 December. Jill Girard and Keith Smith are at the helm, directing and producing; the spectacular set has been designed by Grant Knottenbelt, the innovative musical score will be directed by Rowen Bakker and the incredible costumes have been put together by Linda Wilson, ensuring that this production will captivate and engage children from 3 to 103.
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he production tells the story of an Enchantress who turns a cruel, unfeeling Prince into a hideous Beast. To break the spell, the Beast must learn to love another and earn her love in return before the last petal falls from an enchanted rose. Ten years later, in a small village far below the Beast’s castle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman, Belle, yearns for something more than her provincial life. On his way to show his invention at a fair, Belle’s father Maurice gets lost and seeks
The Beast then discovers Belle, and eventually forms a friendship with her that turns to love after the spell is broken and the Beast turns back into the Prince and all the servants become human again … and they all live happily ever after. Sean McGrath, Stefan Carstens, Sarah Malherbe, Alex Marais, Ntsebo Lerotholi, Jaydene Marais, Samantha Jacobs, Blessing Xaba, Evan Williams, plus a host of talented children, make up the spectacular cast.
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hey watched in stunned silence as he transformed pulled sugar into flowers, birds, an apple and even dessert ramekins for Cake Boutique chef Beverley Sharp’s heavenly chocolate mousse. The Eastern European confectioner, who won a gold medal for his work at the 2012 Olympics, originally came to South Africa on honeymoon in 2004 and loved the country so much that he and his new bride decided to stay. He has worked in Austria and Germany and has attended training courses in countries all around the world, including Japan. Photos : Juanita Wallace
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Boksburg North Location based services to help rape victims arrests The following arrests were made during the week of 20 October to 25 October: Arrests: Shoplifting:
8
National Road Traffic Act:
15
Malicious injury to property:
3
Possession of illegal substance:
12
Pointing of firearm:
1
Theft:
6
Assault common:
1
Driving under influence:
1
Drunk in public:
1
Seizures: Illegal substances:
24
Firearm:
1
Toy gun:
1
Magazine:
1
Tools Counterfeit DVDs:
117
Trailer:
1
Tyre and rim Diesel:
50 litres
Blood alcohol kit:
1
Sentenced for perjury A young woman who reported a fictitious case of business robbery in August has now been convicted of perjury. She claimed that she had been the victim of an armed robbery at a liquor store in Main Reef Road, Lilianton to cover up the fact that she had lost R50 000 and was afraid that her mother would be extremely angry with her as a result. Detective Warrant Officer Vusi Tlemo, after examining video footage of the liquor shop at the time of the alleged crime, realized she had been lying and confronted her with the evidence. The suspect was detained at Boksburg North Police Station on a charge of perjury. She was found guilty on 21 October and sentenced to a fine of R 4000 or 6 months imprisonment, which was wholly suspended for 5 years.
NOTICE
Liquor and second-hand goods meetings All liquor and second-hand goods dealerships to take note of the following meeting that will be held: Venue: NG Church corner of Fourteenth Avenue and Tenth Street, Boksburg North Date:
13 November 2014
Times: Second-hand goods meeting at 10:00 Liquor meeting at 12:00
The Tears Foundation (Transform Education about Rape and Sexual Abuse), founded by Mara Glennie, aims to be a onestop port of call for information about all aspects of rape and sexual abuse. Its aim is to facilitate better care, proper support and positive outcomes for victims nationwide. Tears is responsible for the sourcing and collating of a database comprised of a fully comprehensive network of medical, medicolegal, legal and psychological services, currently available throughout South Africa, for the assistance and support of survivors of rape and sexual abuse. Wireless application service provider, Cellfind, was chosen as Tears’s technology partner because of its location-based service (LBS) capabilities. LBS technology will dramatically enhance the
current system which will help to connect South African rape and sexual abuse victims with emergency support faster when they contact the organization for help. Glennie said, “When rape victims contact us for help, they are usually in a state of shock and want to find support as soon as possible. Cellfind’s technology will play a valuable role by helping us to provide faster assistance to rape victims when they need it. Since its inception 1 year ago, Tears has had 7878 distressed callers.” Jacques Swanepoel, CEO of Cellfind said, “We support the work that Mara and her team are doing and are glad that we are able to assist their organization with our technology.” TEARS HELP LINE NUMBER *120*7355#
Landlord takes 3 deposits, gets 9 years On 7 April 2014 a case with three counts of fraud was opened against a landlord who signed leases with three separate tenants for one apartment and requested each one to deposit cash into his account, for the deposit and one month of rent. On the day the complainants wanted to move in, they found each other at the apartment in Dayan Glen and opened a case against the suspect. Detective Constable Irene Mudau received the docket for further investigation and, after making all the necessary enquiries, she applied for authority to peruse the suspect’s bank account. She then had the suspect arrested while he was signing for parole at Correctional Services in Boksburg. The suspect, 47-year-old Deon Oosthuizen, had a long record to his name, which ranged from theft, drugs, driving under the influence, and reckless and/or negligent driving to fraud. He appeared in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court and was sentenced on 13 October 2014 to nine years in total, with three years for each count of fraud. Business-breakers get 7 years On 29 October 2012, a case of businessbreaking with respect to a company in Anderbolt was opened after the suspects gained entry to the premises via a broken change-room window and stole sheets of wood and machinery to the value of R600 000.
After intensive investigations, Detective Constable Irene Mudau arrested a suspect in Tembisa, who took her and her team to Orlando in Soweto, where he pointed out another suspect who knew where the stolen property was. The police were then taken to Marshalltown in Johannesburg and
recovered all the stolen goods. The two Zimbabwean suspects, 22-year-old Mbangeni Nyathi from Tembisa and 20-yearold Peace Nlandubula from Orlando, appeared in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court. They were found guilty and sentenced to seven years imprisonment.
Identity theft – a very personal matter By Lizeth Kotze An estimated 10 million people fall victim to this fast growing crime every year. SARS defines identity fraud as the use of someone’s personal information in order to commit fraud or other crimes. What is personal information? It is all information that is unique to you such as: • ID or driver’s licence • Passport • Pay slip • Credit card information • Municipality statements • Cheque-books • Banking details • Telephone records • Internet banking details • Card pin number
What to do if you are a victim of identity theft: • Report the crime to SAPS • Contact the fraud units of all credit bureaus • Notify the bank and creditors as soon as possible • Close all accounts, including accounts the thief has opened • Notify your insurance company and all other entities where you are currently a client In order to minimize the chance of falling victim to this crime, one should: • Strengthen your digital security • Choose good passwords • Protect your computer with an antivirus program • Take care when shopping online
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Never answer unwanted or unsolicited emails Stay alert when out and about
Identity fraud should be reported to: South African Fraud Prevention Services (SAFPS) Tel: 0830 101 248 www.safps.org.za
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By Stacey Davidson, Director, REDISA As we celebrate Transport Month this October, it is important to keep safety as our top priority while on the roads. While the country is continuously working to provide the best transport infrastructure, an area that has continued to be a challenge is the high number of road accidents caused in most cases by irresponsible drivers.
to check the alignment of the tyres,” said Davidson.
Tyre tips: Check your tyre pressure on a cold start or before a long journey. You will find the correct pressure for your vehicle in your operating manual. In most cases it is either under your fuel cap, on the inside of your door or in the cubbyhole. Check your tyre pressure on a cold start or before a long journey.
According to Phumla Williams, Acting CEO of the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), apart from the tragic loss of life and devastation caused to families, road accidents are estimated There are small habits that motorists can adopt to ensure that they remain safe on the roads. These include checking tyres regularly for punctures, cuts and bulges to ensure that they are in good condition for the road. In addition to safety, this will also ensure that the tyre lasts longer, leading to fewer new tyres bought as regularly, not only saving the consumer money but also reducing tyre waste in South Africa in the long run.
If your tyre’s side wall is damaged, replace it.
Check regularly for any signs of irregular wear, any sharp objects lodged in the tread and any cuts, tears, cracks Photo supplied by za.redfrogs.com or bulges. Check for damage or uneven wear on all four tyres, on both sides of the tyre and By Lizeth Kotze on the wheel rims. Your task of parenting is virtually over. Under-inflated tyres use more fuel, so Even though you are concerned about the upcoming holiday, your Matric child check the pressure. cannot wait to celebrate his or her newResearch findings indicate that while 76% of drivers interviewed said they had changed You will need an accurate pressure gauge. found freedom. their tyres in the past three years, there was Take off the dust cap on the valve, fix on the The potential dangers of post-Matric a worrying 19% of respondents who said they pressure gauge and take a note of the result. celebrations leave many parents terrified. had not. REDISA believes that improving If your tyre needs extra air, you should inflate Keeping your child safe is the main concern to cost the economy R306 billion a year. driving habits and tyre maintenance will go a it using an air pump at home. Under-inflated and a serious conversation is vital. These accidents can often be prevented, as long way towards saving lives and alleviating tyres use more fuel. If the tyre is over-inflated more than 90 per cent of them occur when the environmental issue caused by the according to the pressure chart, you can allow What parents can do: • Remind your child of potential dangers. traffic regulations are violated, said Williams. approximate 270 000 tons of waste tyres air to escape while the dust cap is off. • Get to know the friends your child is The Recycling and Economic Development generated every year. Initiative of South Africa (REDISA) would like Well maintained tyres will hold your vehicle Check that your tyre pressure is correct going with. • Exchange contact details with their and equal. to encourage all South Africans to change securely on the road, allowing it to stop, parents. start and manoeuvre safely. For your own their behaviour and create safer roads. Never rely on the • Write down the contact details and safety and that of others, your tyres must be eyeball method to address of Stacey Davidson, director at REDISA, in good condition, properly maintained and their destination. gauge air pressure commented that in December last year, appropriate for your vehicle. in tyres. Next to the • Set a good example, since they learn REDISA undertook a consumer survey in vehicle’s brakes, the from your which over 1000 consumers nationally were Around the globe governments are enforcing behaviour. tyres are the most questioned about their vehicle and tyre stricter regulations on safe driving and important safety parts • Remind them of your unconditional maintenance. “The results were concerning vehicle protection. To meet these regulations of your car. If there love. as an alarming 46% of motorists only check and standards, businesses are increasingly their alignment and balance when they fit looking at methods and technologies to is an imbalance in the tyre pressure there new tyres, and 56% of motorists admitted that reduce road carnage and the adverse impact could be a risk when braking and negotiating An institution called Red Frogs could also corners. In addition to putting you at an be of assistance. Their aim is to provide a they do not carry compressor, tyre pressure it has. gauge or tyre repair kits in their cars for REDISA has also released tyre tips to educate accident risk, poor tyre pressure can also positive presence in any party environment. affect fuel economy, comfort and the life of You can arrange with them to visit your emergencies. Furthermore, once new tyres motorists on how to stay safe on the roads. child while on his Matric holiday. This could the tyre. have been fitted, motorists are less likely give you some peace of mind. The Automobile Association has said that motorists can look forward to further fuel price relief at Red Frogs can be contacted at: Tel: month-end. The Association was commenting on the Central Energy Fund’s preliminary fuel price 076 733 3764 or e-mail: info.za@ data which was showing substantial over-recoveries in the fuel price. redfrogs.com “The drop in the petrol price is currently pegged at between 40 cents and 44 cents per litre, while diesel is showing an almost 56 cents per litre reduction,” the AA said. “Illuminating paraffin is set for a drop of around 49 cents per litre.” The AA said that the Rand / US Dollar exchange rate had gradually strengthened in South Africa’s favour during October and that international petroleum prices had shown a substantial decline over the same period. “As December approaches, it looks as if motorists planning to drive to holiday destinations will have a little more spending money in their budgets,” the AA concluded.
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Oscar Pistorius
is safe in jail. That’s the word from 26 gang leader Shalil Subjee. In fact, Subjee says, he does not care about the Paralympian because he did not kill a black person. Pistorius was sentenced to five years in jail last week for murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Plastic bags: The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) will destroy 1 billion plastic bags that were confiscated from three retailers last week after new, compulsory specifications regarding plastic carrier bags and flat bags came into effect on 23 October. Manufacturers and retailers who do not comply with the new requirements will be charged.
The Road Accident
Fund (RAF) paid a record R22.2bn to people who survived vehicle accidents in the 2013/14 financial year. “ In the 2013/14 financial year, the number of open claims reduced year-on-year to what is now less than half of what it was five years ago, indicating that administration is more efficient,” said RAF Chief Executive Eugene Watson, but points out that there are still 232,285 claims waiting to be resolved.
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Louis Trichardt :
Ná tien jaar en verskeie hofsake het die Noord-Gautengse hooggeregshof in Pretoria Donderdag beslis Louis Trichardt behou sy naam. Die Louis Trichardtvoorsittersvereniging het die aansoek om die behoud van die dorp se naam in 2012 by die hooggeregshof ingedien sodat die besluit van Paul Mashatile, voormalige minister van kuns en kultuur, om die dorp se naam na Makhado te verander op hersiening geneem word.
Ouagadougou :
Thousands of protesters stormed Burkina Faso’s Parliament on Thursday and set fire to the building, ahead of a vote on a motion to allow the president to stand for re-election, Reuters witnesses said.
Cows will be given to fathers in
northern Kenya if they ensure their daughters remain in school. This is due to fathers marrying off their daughters depending on the dowries received.
Two Malaysian teenage A US family
is facing cruelty charges after 150 cats were found living in the walls and rooms of a rural home in horrendous conditions.
Domino effect of resignations at e.tv
boys on Friday 31 October sued Malaysia Airlines and the government over the loss of their father on Flight 370, the first lawsuit filed by the family of a passenger of the jetliner that mysteriously disappeared eight months ago.
Jeremy Clarkson
Following the departure of Marcel Golding and Barbara Hogan from e.tv, the COO has now also resigned, reports Mail & Guardian and BD Live. Now e.tv’s COO resigns. Mail & Guardian: e.tv’s chief operating officer resigns... According to the Mail & Guardian report, COO Bronwyn Keene-Young (who is married to Golding) is the latest to leave e.tv “amid the Marcel Golding debacle, in a stand against the broadcaster’s lack of editorial independence”. www.bizcommunity.co.za
Movember
November is Men’s Health Awareness Month - men are urged to grow moustaches to raise awareness. Life-time risk of prostate cancer in SA men: 1 in 26
(Top Gear) under fire again after Tweeting about driving with a beer in the cup holder.
On average, 12 newborns will be given to the wrong parents daily. Fact about SA: SA has the largest wine route in the world.
Wearing headphones Telephone call:
More than 50% of the people in the world have never made or received a telephone call.
for just an hour will increase the bacteria in your ear by 700 times.
Akon performs in bubble ball R&B star Akon has been accused of going to crazy lengths to avoid catching Ebola during a concert in Africa. He crowdsurfed inside a giant plastic bubble. The Smack That, All On The Floor singer avoided human contact by climbing inside an airtight blow-up ball during a performance in Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, on 21 September. His actions could be called a creative way of performing closer to his fans or, perhaps, a cynical attempt to shield himself from the deadly virus that is sweeping West Africa. The source website reported: “The Ebola virus is no joke!” but did not report that the five-time Grammy nominee performed inside the same type of stage prop both in Perth and Dubai, in 2010.
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READY, SET, PINK WALK: Participators ready for their walk Over 21 500 walkers participated in the ninth annual Avon Justine iThemba Walkathon breast cancer awareness event at Marks Park in Johannesburg on 26 October.
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Themba Ambassador, Pabi Moloi shared a new #CheckYourself song and dance with the participants. Participants, ranging from celebrities to young children joined in the fun as they danced to the song by Paula Abdul. #CheckYourself is a new campaign launched by Avon globally in October to educate women on breast health. For most participants the walk was emotional, with many visibly happy about being able to contribute towards breast cancer awareness in South Africa. Many of them also purchased pink ribbons from Woman & Home on which they wrote messages of hope to hang up on the Trees of Courage for all
Summer has arrived and that means glorious warm days, and of course, CRICKET. Those blistering energy-tapping warm days are on us. Don’t get me wrong - I LOVE IT, and have been doing so for 17 years. Anyway, I was very surprised how the couch potatoes and parents comment on the laws of cricket.
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o let’s start our series on the Laws of Cricket by discussing Law 5 “The Ball.” Allow me a moment to say this: No cricket game can be played without a “Ball.” No runs can be made, no bowling can be done and no batsman can prove his skills without a “Ball.” The law is very clear
breast cancer patients and survivors to see and read. “We’re especially delighted to be a part of this year’s walk, as the money raised will go to supporting the heroic victims battling the disease at the moment. There are so many women here today with moving stories, either their own, or carrying in their hearts the plight of a friend or family member. We celebrate the fact that it’s a day of fun, laughter and saluting the courage of every breast cancer victim and survivor, and we wish everyone strength, happiness and the blessing of being part of a bigger family marching in this crusade of hope,” said Woman & Home Editorial Director, Frith Thomas. At the finish line, the participants were greeted with an array of food and other stalls as well as live entertainment from Kaya FM entertainers, Maleh and DJ Amu as well as Tokyo Grove among others. For the children, a kiddies play area was available to keep
them busy and have fun. Throughout the day, Avon Justine spot prizes were given to participants wearing the best pink outfits. The Avon Justine iThemba Crusade of Hope’s NGO Partners, Bosom Buddies/Breast Health Foundation (BHF) (www.mybreast.org.za) and Look Good...Feel Better (www.lgfb. co.za) also had stalls where participants could find out more about breast cancer and the work that these NGO’s do in our communities. Avon Justine works with BHF to ensure breast cancer education and awareness in communities, particularly in rural areas such as the vast Sedibeng region in the Vaal. Since 2010, the BHF AND CANSA units have educated over 730 000 women. In addition, Avon Justine donates R180 000 worth of products annually to Look Good...Feel Better for their workshops with women cancer patients across the country. This programme has helped over 26 000 women.
regarding certain stipulations and regulations of what type and size ball can be used. Ladies/junior cricket regulations regarding the ball are very different to the men’s cricket. The law states as follows: “The weight assize of the ‘Ball’ (red for daytime cricket, white for day/night cricket) when NEW shall weigh no less than 155.9g-156g but not more than 163g and shall measure no less than 22.4cm and not more than 22.9cm in circumference.” In a nutshell that is what is required in the law. This clause deals with the actual size and weight of ball when ‘NEW;’ what it does not take into account is the wear and tear that the ball may suffer during the match.
This also goes for when the seam is split and the stitching is coming undone.
A simple scenario could go like this: heavy rain falls the day and night before the game is to be played. On the Saturday morning the sun is out, lovely sunshine, but the field is damp and pools of visible water are evident on and around the boundary areas. The ball gets struck for some fours and sixes and the balls lands in some wet areas once or twice. After a while it starts affecting the the surface of the ball. Seams get wet; the ball in general becomes soggy and is now heavy and uncontrollable! What now? Diligent umpires will inspect the ball at regular intervals to ensure that the ball does not become unplayable. If so, both umpires can call for a replacement ball.
The ball is a vital piece of equipment and must be protected against vandalism and illegal tampering by the players. Therefore the ball must be under the control of the umpires at all times when drinking, while wickets are falling, during tea or lunch intervals or any time there is an injury to a player or umpire.
The replacement ball must be, where possible, of the same overs and usage. You cannot use a new ball as replacement. The ball must be of equivalent usage. The umpires along with the captains make the sole decision on the ball to be used. Once done, the ball is shown to the batsmen and it is indicated to the scorers that a replacement ball is on the park. The scorers must note the following: the time the ball is taken and the number of overs when the ball replaced.
Well that is all I have space for. Good cricketing. Your friend in cricket. Eddie Dalziel (“A” Level Umpire GCUA)