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A FRESH APPROACH TO LOCAL NEWS Volume 05, 29 July 2014, Week 31
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Random act of kindness
PROMOTING EDUCATION: Grade 2 Lerato Educational Centre learners were filmed in class by the Talk Radio 702 camera crew last Friday.
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laurelle@tametimes.co.za Lerato Educational Centre in Eikenhof received an astounding surprise this morning when Talk Radio 702 presenter John Robbie broke the news to them
that they will be receiving R120 000 from the Dis-Chem Foundation’s Random Act of Kindness initiative in order to build a library. On Friday Talk 702 programme co-ordinator, Laura Clancy, visited the school, which educates 460 children from Jackson’s
informal settlement and relies solely on donations, with a camera crew. Clancy explained to school founder Sister Mary and Sister Helen that something was going to be done for the school; however, they would only find out what that something would be on the John Robbie Show on Tuesday
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morning (today) at 7:40. Meanwhile, the camera crew busied themselves making a video of Lerato Educational Centre children in class. Although Sister Mary and Sister Helen did not yet know exactly what the good news was on Friday, they must have had their suspicions, as gratitude already shone out of their smiling faces, and there was a strong feeling of anticipation in the air as Clancy and her camera crew filmed the excited children in class. Clancy told tame TIMES the radio station usually makes videos about the centres they visit and uploads them on to their website to gain further publicity for the schools. The videos are then also given to the centres for their own future use.
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Wheelchair for Lungelo
Little Lungelo Masiza received a wheelchair on Mandela Day thanks to DA councillors Faeeza Chame and Rashieda Landis. The wheelchair was handed over to the three-year-old boy while the community and Clr Chame were doing a cleanup in South Hills. “A week prior to the cleanup I was approached by one of the residents informing me about Lungelo needing a wheelchair. I approached Clr Rashieda Landis for assistance,” Clr Chame explained. Chame said the looks on Lungelo’s and his mother’s BIG SMILE: Three-year-old Lungelo Masiza sits happily in faces were “priceless.” his new wheelchair courtesy of Clr Faeeza Chame and Clr Rashieda Landis.
Church collects 1 500 blankets Put your big girl
panties on
NAPTIME: Pupils from the Lerato Education Centre enjoy the blankets given to them by St John Bosco parishioners. St John Bosco Parish’s Priest Fr John Thompson started a blanket drive at St John Bosco Parish in Robertsham this winter. Parishioners were asked to bring blankets for the needy or to give a donation in lieu of blankets on Blanket Sunday which was held on 29 June. On the day, a generous donor gave 700 blankets, and cash was collected to buy more blankets. All in all, a total of 1 500 blankets were collected. The blankets were distributed to people collecting food parcels on Tuesday mornings at the Parish and parishioners involved in the church’s prison ministry also took some blankets to prisoners. Refugees at the Cathedral, homes for the elderly and various schools also benefited.
Donations for Hope in Jesus Ministries Andrea Scott from Aspen Nature Estate donated the items collected by Aspen Estate to Hope in Jesus Ministries. tame TIMES would like to thank the Aspen resident who kindly donated items for this worthy cause. Pictured with a Hope in Jesus representitive.
There is a saying that goes: “No matter how you feel, get up, get dressed and show up” or the slightly harsher one “Put your big girl panties on and deal with it.” Last week, especially on Thursday and Friday, I had to keep on reminding myself of these sayings to motivate myself to push through. I do not know if it is the age I am at but there are many mornings I wake up and question if my life is on track and if I have purpose and why I am doing what I am doing. Most of the days I know I have a purpose which gives me energy and excitement to conquer the day but, to be honest, I also have those days that I get up, get dressed and show up but the smile on my face is just a big front covering up the mass of conflict and confusion that goes on in my head. I have started to hate the human mind as it has way too much power - if a thought or idea gets captured there and the mind finds it fascinating (even if it is negative) it will keep it there and eventually make it captive. That is how I have been feeling - like a captive of my own mind. Add the pressures of everyday life, work pressure, social relationships and it just gets messier. As my father would tell me, “My girl, that is life” and yes, I get that. I look at my life and my future looks very bright; God is blessing me with great opportunities and with His favour I know I have exciting experiences to look forward to. However, the question I pose to all readers is how do you get through those bad days? I interviewed Dylan da Silva (pg20) and his attitude is spot on: “You can’t be a couch potato. God has put you here for a reason; find that reason and do it.” In my words that means: “Laurelle, stop feeling sorry for yourself and let your light shine.” Whenever I am feeling a bit down, I go and visit my three adorable and very handsome nephews, Blayne, Liam and Pierre. Their smiles show me light and, after all, light always chases away darkness.
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Major shortage of residential SANRAL has no official stands looms in Gauteng mandate at roadblocks: MEC On 22 July Michele Clarke, DA spokesperson on Community Safety, asked oral questions of the MEC of Community Safety regarding the recently noted partnership between SANRAL and Gauteng Traffic Police at roadblocks in the province. The MEC admitted that SANRAL has no official mandate at these roadblocks and that they play only a supportive role by providing advanced technology. According to the MEC, only Gauteng Traffic Police are able to stop vehicles and conduct general law enforcement. The MEC further denied any intimidation on the part of SANRAL or Gauteng Traffic ASPEN NATURE ESTATE: residents who purchased properties in the last eight years have benefited and the value of their investments has out-performed the prices achieved in the general housing market. Michael Stylianou, Managing Director of Aspen Hills Development Company and Dimension Property Group, a large development company of residential estates, has predicted that as the economy has turned and the overhang of distressed properties in the market has been taken up, there will be a major shortage of proclaimed and serviced residential stands in Gauteng. The reason for this, explained Stylianou, is that the local authorities have confirmed that very few new or large township applications have been received over the past few years for major developments within the Johannesburg Metro Council’s area of jurisdiction. The process of getting large developments proclaimed and serviced now takes between 5 and 7 years and the fact that very few applications for large-scale developments have been put in process in the last few years means that a large gap is being created through the process and no new large township applications are expected until developers are firmly convinced that the market is recovering and that a steady recovery is sustainable in the long term. Due to the time period required to bring new land to the market, which includes the significant problem of obtaining sufficient electricity supplies for such developments, Stylianou stated that prices of proclaimed and serviced stands (especially in security estates) have escalated over the last four years and have increased substantially
due to the lack of supply. The supply of such stands, he said, is very limited and the difficulties of getting such townships through the process are enormous and timeconsuming. He explained that many of the smaller developers have also been shaken out of the market because of the recession and market challenges, and that smaller developers have great difficulty in obtaining development finance from the banks to undertake their developments. This would further add to the shortage that is looming. The fortunate few who purchased properties in primary residential estates in the last eight years have benefited and the value of their investments has out-performed the prices achieved in the general housing market. Byron Caloyannis, MD of Pam Golding Properties Johannesburg South and Alberton, said the enquiry rate for homes in secure estates far outstrips the demand for single residential homes in conventional suburbs.
Police with regard to forcing people to buy e-tags. This, however, is contrary to the many reported incidents of such intimidation by members of the public in recent weeks. Clarke urges the MEC to investigate these reports thoroughly and to provide clear steps as to how the Department will ensure that this does not continue. Members of the public who experience such incidents are encouraged to report these immediately to the DA via the following number: 060 558 8309. Clarke will undertake to raise all of these reports directly with the MEC.
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Opelweg has facelift on Mandela Day Revival of the quiche Charity Moyo charity@tametimes.co.za Meyersdal Mall, in association with Meyersdal Square, partnered with various stakeholders to paint classrooms at the Opelweg Primary School in Eden Park as part of celebrating their 67 minutes on Mandela Day. The stakeholders were Phumelela Gaming & Leisure Limited, the City of Ekurhuleni and Pam Golding
Properties. Taso Christoforou, the owner of Meyersdal Mall and Square, said, “Mandela is an inspiration. Being an immigrant I was also liberated to be part of the new South Africa. He was a great leader; as foreigners living in this country we are privileged to be part of this rainbow nation. Hence we are celebrating his birthday today.” Speaker of the City of Ekurhuleni, Patricia Khumalo, said that Mandela symbolises dedication, hard work, accountability and a love for people. “We can only become a prosperous nation if we have an educated society which is a cornerstone in addressing social ills. Mandela Day must be practised every day in making sure that we help the less fortunate.” Michael Varney, National Marketing Manager of Phumelela Gaming & Leisure Limited said they also donated paint to make the environment appealing for learners. In conclusion, Roger John, the principal of Opelweg Primary School said, “It is for the first time that the school had an event of such magnitude to honour and remember the world icon, Nelson Mandela. We thank all the stakeholders for investing in our school - it will create an appealing environment for learning.” MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Phumelela Gaming & Leisure staff painted Opelweg Primary School as part of celebrating Mandela Day.
BIG BITE: Coert Grobbelaar and Rueben Louw prepare to eat Tenor Coert’s quiche. Thanks to Coert Grobbelaar, an operatic tenor who stays in Eikenhof, the Olive Tree Coffee Shop at Thaba Eco Hotel has put quiche back on the menu. Grobbelaar was recently very disappointed when he found out that it had been removed from the menu and asked Rueben Louw, the owner of the hotel, to put it back. Louw agreed, but only on condition that Grobbelaar did something special TASTY TREATS: Maggie Lynch enjoys for the coffee shop. What was that her quiche and salad. s o m e t h i n g ? Grobbelaar, along with his pianist Rudolf Geldenhuis, performed three operatic songs for 25 delighted women from the Come Back Mission in Eldorado Park and their senior citizens. Each of the songs related to one of the three quiches that had been put back on the menu. There was an Italian song for the spinach and feta quiche, a song from Vienna for the quiche Lorraine and a song in English for his favourite quiche, a delicious creation of salmon, cream cheese, spring onions and chives which has been named Tenor Coert’s quiche, after the singer. The ladies thoroughly enjoyed themselves, taking selfies with their cellphones, swaying in time to Coert’s rich, operatic voice and then enjoying the three different quiches with a healthy salad. Ruby Van Staden from Come Back Mission described the outing as “a beautiful blessing” for the women.
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Is Malema afraid of debate? Opinion piece by Linda Yates
Just as you cannot play a serious soccer match without using the rule-book and a proper referee, so you cannot do democracy without observing the rule of law, obeying the Speaker of Parliament and respecting voters and taxpayers. When EFF members stormed the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on Tuesday, they trampled underfoot one of the main symbols of this nation’s hard-won freedoms. Parliament is not just a place where fatcats have fashion parades and stuff their faces, as the Honourable Malema would have us believe. It is an institution where the representatives of the people make the laws that determine the character of South Africans and shape our collective future. The Commander-in-Chief should be encouraging his MPs and MPLs to debate the burning issues of poverty, unemployment and service delivery vigorously in their various Houses. His party’s researchers should be fully engaged in diligent analysis of the lengthy reports tabled by government departments so that the EFF Honourable Members can guide as many portfolio committees as possible with solutions to our country’s complex social and economic problems. When EFF members burned a mobile satellite police station in Johannesburg on Tuesday, they showed contempt for the rule of law. What kind of governing system does the EFF support? A thugogracy in which only the strongest and most ruthless eat and the
rest go hungry? When Malema’s followers ate the food reserved for MPLs after the sitting, were they really protesting against excessive government spending or were they demonstrating what they plan to do with any funds liberated by nationalisation? The most troubling part of Tuesday’s rampage, however, was not the defiance of police orders or the sight of red overalled protesters sitting on the red carpet outside the Gauteng debating chamber, but the looting of hawkers’ stalls in the streets of Johannesburg. This was not only a criminal offence cruelly committed against some of the most vulnerable in our society, but also a mockery of everything the Economic Freedom Fighters claim to stand for. In order to rescue his credibility, the Commander-in-Chief needs to apologise to taxpayers in general and his voters in particular, and make restitution to the street vendors in question. Unless and until this is done, he and his party will appear afraid of debate. According to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature, the EFF has already boycotted two of the most important debates of the year: the provincial budget debate and the State of the Province debate. References: http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/ Politics/Malema-hurt-in-fracas-atGauteng-Legislature-20140722 http://www.politicsweb.co.za/politicsweb/ view/politicsweb/en/page71654?oid=6533 70&sn=Detail&pid=71654
Food security is possible
RE-USING TYRES: Miss Earth South Africa semi-finalist Odirile Sepeng plants vegetables with a child from Solwazi Primary. Nelson Mandela believed in the power of women and in the crucial role they play in creating change and developing communities. The Miss Earth South Africa (MESA) strives to honour his legacy by empowering, growing and encouraging young women from all corners of South Africa through environmental education about sustainable lifestyles and by harnessing their passion for this country’s future. “It starts by turning the talk into action. Young women are the movers and shakers of our community and the mothers of our future leaders, it is our responsibility to nurture them,” said the Executive Director of the Miss Earth Africa leadership programme Catherine Constantinides. The MESA team spent their Mandela Day working in Orange Farm at the fouryear-old school Solwazi Primary School. Constantinides had initiated this project with one goal in mind: Make Food Security Possible. So, on Mandela Day on Friday 18 July, joining hands to plant a food garden and
paint classrooms was the objective. The vegetable garden was set up using old tyres donated by Imperial Toyota, Lombard tyres and Redisa. Redisa has to date saved 26 388 tons of waste tyres from landfill sites and burning, saying; “We’re all happy to use tyres, but don’t give any thought to what happens to them when they reach the end of their useful life.” The MESA team and the Mandela Day volunteers found a use for these tyres with contributions from the Fourways Farmers Market, GroMor and Earth Outdoor Living Nursery. The vegetables will be used in the school’s feeding scheme. Classrooms were upgraded and painted to create a conducive learning environment with non-toxic, non-flammable paint sponsored by Green Coat Eco Paint. Meals on Wheels provided a hot lunch for community members; and food hampers and fruit packs were collected by each of this year’s MESA National Finalists. For more information please contact Earth House at admin@missearthsa.co.za or call Georgina Cost on 082 505 0664.
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Disturbance in Limpopo Street Norma Rudham writes:
Goeiste! Het ek nou vir jou ’n naweek propvol pret en plesier agter die rug! Ek en Gysie het besluit om vir ons familielede in Engeland te kuier, sommer vir ‘n hele maand! Dit was my eerste vakansie oorsee, maar weet julle, al was dit ‘n ongelooflike lekker ervaring, staan ek sterk by die uitdrukking: “Oos wes, tuis bes.” Ek het die volgende lydie saamgestel van al my gunsteling trotse Suid-Afrikaanse ditjies en datjies: - Droëwors - Pragtige Ndebele kraalwerk en juwele - Nelson Mandela - Die natuurskoon en bosveld - Die Groot Vyf Boeremans: Daar is net iets omtrent ‘n boereman wat lekker sokkie, braai en suiwer Afrikaans praat My kinders (wat almal in Suid-Afrika woon) My ouers se plaas waar ek groot geword het Tip: Dit is goed om jou kennis van ander lande en kulture te verbreed, maar moet nie verby die prag in jou eie land kyk nie. Daar is baie skatte reg hier by ons te vind en daar is baie waarop ons kan trots wees.
I stay in Limpopo Street, near the Winchester Sport Centre and at about 03:00 on Sunday morning (20 July) I was woken by a car hooting. For a period of about half an hour the hooting kept starting and stopping until eventually I had had enough and went to my front gate to see who was making this disturbance. Opposite my house in the small road leading down to the Sports Centre I saw a car and I shouted at the occupant to stop hooting. A young man got out of the car and asked why I was screaming at him. Why indeed! I pointed out that he was causing a disturbance. He said it was not him hooting but the occupants of another car which was parked at the corner of Limpopo and Seder Streets. He then said that the residents of one of the houses in Limpopo Street had threatened to “f... him up.” Considering that all the houses in the street had been quiet for hours before the hooting started and that everyone was probably sleeping I thought this was strange
as I had heard no previous disturbance. I went out into the street with the intention of confronting the occupants of the other car but halfway there I realised that this was a stupid thing to do, so I shouted at them from a distance to leave. Another man got out of the car and responded by screaming, “This is not your country.” I returned to my house with the intention of calling the police and on my way back the young man I had first encountered approached me and said that he would speak to the occupants of the car. I saw him go up to the car and shortly thereafter both cars left. Has anyone else had a similar experience or have any idea why people would be parked in the street hooting at various intervals in the early hours of the morning? A body was found on the small piece of waste ground just behind the Shell Garage only a week or so ago; we really do not need any more trouble.
Condolences to Barbosa family Clr Dennis Jane writes:
It was with great sadness that I learned of the accident on 23 July that resulted in the death of Mrs Maria da Conceicao Barbosa. May I extend my condolences to her family and friends at their unexpected loss. Mrs Barbosa’s absence from the activities at St Patrick’s congregation will be missed for many months to come. May her soul rest in peace.
Social outreach computer training
ICDL E-learner- August & October The ICDL E-learner Computer Course is accredited with the International Computer Driving Licence and the STRAY: This dog was found on 27 June in Suideroord. If you know who it belongs to, MICT SETA. Requirements please contact Norma on 011 833 0400 (w) for enrolment are Basic English Literacy and or 011 433 0549 (h). the ability to read and write. The contents of the course include: Entrylevel end-user computer skills – IT basics, Files & Folders, Drawing, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentations, Web and E-mail. Classes run on a full and part-time basis: Full-time: (2 weeks) COMPUTER LITERACY: A Papillon upgrades his skills. Monday – Thursday 9:00 to 13:00 The ICDL Project Planning course is Part-time: (2 months) accredited by the International Computer Saturdays 9:00 to 12: Upcoming dates: Full-time: 4&11&18 August Driving Licence. Requirements for enrolment are basic English literacy, the ability to & Part-time: 4 October Registration prior to starting date is essential. read and write and basic computer literacy. For any queries, kindly contact Marian 011 The candidates learn how to use project 435 9799 or register at the Papillon Centre, management software to prepare project Corner Mabel and Lily Streets, Rosettenville plans and monitor projects. during registration hours: Monday to Thursday The duration of the course is 4 Saturday 9:00 to 13:00 and Saturday mornings 9:00 to mornings (9:00 to 13:00) and a 45-minute Exam. Registration prior to starting date is 13:00. essential. ICDL Project planning- 11 October
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The Glen Chilli & Wine festival- 1-3 August The Glen will be hosting their second annual Chilli and Wine Festival on their rooftop parking. Various chilli and food exhibitors will tantalise your taste buds, while a large array of wine estates will exhibit their finest produce. Four international hotel schools as well as four local high schools will be competing for your vote for the best American chilli inspired menu. There will be live entertainment including: The Graeme Watkins Project, The Muses and the Duane Rockwell Band. There will also be a children’s playpark, including a mini soccer pitch. Times: Friday 16:00 – 21:00, Saturday 11:00 – 18:00 and Sunday 11:00 – 17:00. Entry: free For more information please visit The Glen’s Face Book page or www. theglenshopping.co.za. Free health testing - 10 August There will be free health testing at the Trade Route Mall in Lenasia between 10:00 and 16:00. Tests will be offered for the following: blood pressure, cholesterol, lung function, diabetes, lifestyle and nutrition. There will also be several medical specialists participating in sessions called Ask a Doctor, as well as a limited number of one-on-one consultations with specialists. Linhill Family Fun Day - 16 August Linhill Celtic Football Club will be hosting a Family Fun Day in order to raise funds for the club. There will be food, activities, stalls and entertainment available. Time: 10:00 Venue: Linhill Celtic Football Club, Linmeyer South Contact: Jackie on 083 206 1985 or Robyn on 082 572 1160 KNRA AGM - 21 August The Annual General Meeting of the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Association will be taking place at the JCPZ Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park on 21 August at 18:30 for 19:00. Take the opportunity to find out what has been happening and come and share your views. KNRA urgently needs to involve more people - formally or informally - as they take on new projects and meet new challenges. If you are willing and able to serve on the committee or on the informal management support group, or if you know someone that is, please let them know. The formal meeting will be followed by a talk on Flowers in the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve by the well known, vastly knowledgeable (and slightly eccentric) plant enthusiast Judd Kirkel. There is safe parking at the entrance precinct. Biscuits, tea and coffee will be served after the meeting and everyone is invited to join us.
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Wanted for house robbery R10 000 reward The following suspects are wanted by Mondeor SAPS for a house robbery that occurred in Aasvoel Street, Meredale in July 2014. It is alleged that, when the victim came home, he was seized by two of the four armed men who had entered
his house, and tied up inside the house along with family members. The suspects then ransacked the house and loaded the family’s possessions into their maroon Renault Sandero, and the victim’s VW Polo.
WANTED:
WANTED:
This Zulu-speaking This Sothoblack male is 36 speaking black years old and very man is in his middark in complexion. thirties and is light He is short and has in complexion. a vertical scar on his He is of medium left eyebrow. At the built and has a time of the crime, he dark spot above was wearing dark his right eyebrow. jeans and a black At the time of the crime, he was top, and was armed with a black pistol. wearing a khaki jacket and blue jeans, and If you know these men, please contact Cst Thwala on 011 433 5466. was armed with a silver 9mm pistol.
67 minutes at Amazing Grace Mondeor SAPS spent their 67 minutes on Mandela Day at Amazing Grace in Eikenhof. Mondeor SAPS Station Commander JJ Bezuidenhout, Mondeor Women’s Network, Social Crime Prevention and Communication spent more than 67 minutes cooking for the children, cleaning the home and, most importantly, spending quality time with the children. Toys and clothes were also donated.
Investigators are looking for Lucy Matope and Moosa, two Malawian nationals, who they believe could shed some light on a murder that took place on 25 November 2013 in Lenasia Ext 1. A reward of up to R 10 000 is being offered for information on the whereabouts of these two persons. All information received will be treated as confidential. Contact: Hugh MacDonald on 083 799 3274
HAVE YOU SEEN HER? Lucy Matope
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? Moosa
Missing in Johannesburg
CHOPPING MEAT: Mondeor Station Commander, JJ Bezuidenhout preparing meat in the kitchen. 46-year-old Thomas Sadiki went missing on 26 June 2014 on his way to work. It is believed that he took a lift with his normal lift club in the morning and never arrived at work. He did not return home in the afternoon either. The lift club driver mentioned that he was asked to drop Thomas off on the corner of Bree and Sauer Streets in Johannesburg, where he said he was going to catch a taxi. If anyone can assist, please contact D/Sergeant Nemavhola on 083 752 2411.
Good job SA Rangers MONDEOR SAPS TEAM: visiting Amazing Grace in Eikenhof
SAPS help old age home for Madiba Moffatview SAPS members, together with ten community patrollers, including City Deep Border Police, spent their 67 minutes on Mandela Day at Moffatview Old Age Home. The event was organised by Captain Setati
from Border Police and Captain Mtshalala from Moffatview SAPS with the aim of cleaning the place up. City Deep Border police also donated food parcels for the senior citizens.
MADIBA CELEBRATION: Sgt Mokhele (Social Crime Co-ordinator Moffatview SAPS), Col (f) Mpalweni (Provincial Border Police), Lt Col (f) Setati (Head of Support Border Police) and Lt Col Mere (Unit of Border Police).
In the early hours of 24 July Booysens SAPS received a complaint of house robbery while – it is believed - the suspects were still in the house. The management of SAPS would like to thank SA Rangers for their quick response and assistance in arresting one suspect for house robbery. The suspect is currently being profiled and investigations are still ongoing.
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Weekly Arrests: Booysens Arrests: A total of 52 arrests were made by Booysens SAPS between 14 to 20 July: Assault common:........................... 2 Assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm:............... 6 Common robbery:.......................... 5 Contempt of court:......................... 1 Contravention of the Liquor Act:...................................... 1 Drug-related crimes:...................... 17 Drunk driving:................................. 3 Fraud:.............................................. 1 Gambling Act:................................. 1 Illegal electricity connection:........ 2 Interference with police:................ 2 Malicious damage to property:..... 1 Possession of copper cables:....... 3 Possession of unlicensed firearm:............................................ 1 Shoplifting:...................................... 1 Theft:................................................ 3 Theft out of motor-vehicle:............ 1
Mondeor arrests
The following arrests were made by Mondeor SAPS between 16 and 22 July: Shoplifting:...................................... 5 Theft:................................................ 6 Possession of dagga:.................... 22 Fraud:.............................................. 1 Assault common:........................... 3 Possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle:................................. 3 Drunk and driving:.......................... 9 House robbery:............................... 1 Malicious damage to property:..... 1 Rape:............................................... 1
Moffatview arrests The following 35 arrests were made by Moffatview SAPS between 14 and 21 July: Assault common:........................... 4 Assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm:.................................... 1 Assault during domestic violence:.......................................... 1 Attempted murder:......................... 1 Attempted theft:.............................. 1 Culpable homicide:........................ 1 Dealing in liquor without a license:......................................... 1 Illegal immigrant:............................ 2 Possession of dagga:.................... 6 Possession of stolen property:..... 1 Rape:............................................... 1 Shoplifting:...................................... 8 Theft :............................................... 7
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Fastest fingers first Flavours of the South The Slots Factor is back by popular demand at all of Tsogo Sun casinos around the country, offering a guaranteed R1.8 million in prize money, with the winner taking home a minimum of R1 million. The tournament was launched last Thursday at 360degress at Montecasino where celebrities and media alike got to experience the thrill of this game. Taking place for the second time following its highly successful debut last year, Slots Factor brings the fast-paced action of this exciting slots tournament to Tsogo Sun’s casinos from 21 July to 28 September. Qualifying rounds will be held every week for eight weeks, with semi-finals taking place at the various casinos on 20 September, culminating in the grand finale on the weekend of 27 and 28 September. This adrenalin-inducing weekend will see
the top-placed slots finalists from each casino receiving complimentary travel to, and accommodation at, The Ridge Casino in eMalahleni (Witbank) to compete for the big R1 million prize first prize. It is a case of fastest finger first, with each heat taking just three minutes in the qualifying rounds and five minutes in the semi-finals and finals. The tournament is designed for everyone, with a cash buy-in of just R100. Every cent of the buy-ins collected across the group contributes towards the prize money. The 14 casinos participating in the Slots Factor tournament are Montecasino, Gold Reef City, Silverstar, Suncoast, Hemingways, The Ridge, Emnotweni, Golden Horse, Goldfields, Mykonos, The Caledon, Blackrock, Queens and Garden Route Casino.
Cooking shows have been a part of global culture for years and South Africa has embraced the trend. Shows like Come Dine with Me SA, Master Chef SA, Kasi Kitchen and The Perfect Sishebo Show, which are every bit as good as international cooking shows - but with the added benefit of a strong Mzansi flavour have enjoyed great followings. The South of Johannesburg has also embraced the growing trend, with Southgate Mall’s Flavours of the South food festival. This kicked off on 19 July with a Masterclass by the main sponsor of the cook-off, Philips, which showcased quick, healthy and convenient cooking, a celebrity foodie cooking contest and children’s cooking demonstrations. The show will culminate in a stiff competition on 16 August in which 12 semi-finalist families will battle it out for the prize, pitting
their original family recipes against each other. Big name partners such as Sowetan, Spekko, Woolworths and junior chef cooking school Little Cooks Club will also be part of this amazing family spectacle. The online competition entries closed on 27 July on www.southgatemall.co.za. Southgate Mall is a shopping destination where the well-heeled from suburbia mix with the trendy from the townships, keeping the spirit of Africa alive, faithfully representing the inherent diversity of South Africa while striving to meet market expectations by creating the perfect retail mix. So it is only fitting that they should invite the families of South Africa to share their secret recipes for a chance to compete in a cookoff showcasing Flavours of the South for The Perfect Mix while giving themselves a chance to win great prizes.
Mother & daughter fashion show
READY TO WIN: Loyiso Bala and Priya Naidoo (GM- Group Communications for Tsogo Sun and the Slot Factor model.
Girl & Guy Dreams Come True will be hosting a mother and daughter fashion show on 17 August at Bracken Park Community Hall from 10:00. Leading fashion designer Michael Bezuidenhout’s dress designs and Bon Bon’s suits and dresses will be showcased by Figures Alberton models. The event is aimed at raising funds for the Door of Hope Children’s Mission. A percentage of ticket sales and 10% of the raffle takings will be donated to the home for
abandoned babies. A Michael Bezuidenhout dress and a Bon Bon’s dress will be raffled off. The mothers and daughters will not only enjoy a high tea during the fashion show, but will also stand a chance to win lucky draws that include facials and other pampering. Door of Hope’s piggy banks will be on sale at the event. For more information please contact Louise Wood on 083 842 2292 or Andre on 082 822 0773.
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Credence College contributed to the International Mandela Day celebration by collecting soups and blankets. 67 minutes were spent counting, sorting and packing soups and blankets for distribution to local orphanages, feeding schemes, homes for children infected by HIV, and to those organisations that look after the elderly and infirm. A total of 1Â 467 packets of soup and 99 blankets were collected by the learners.
PROUD PRINCIPAL: Cayden Nel and Muhammed Kayjee proved to be outstanding citizens when they went that extra mile to collect a substantial number of soups and blankets as part of the Credence College Outreach Programme. Pictured with Vivien Mumford (Principal)
540 PACKETS: The Grade 8 learners, together with their teacher, AdĂŠle Gouws, excelled themselves by collecting 540 packets of soup. Back: Sheldon Langeveldt, Brandon-Lee Last, Carmelita Zackey, Dylan Anderson and Mrs. Gouws Front: Dylan Turner and Tyron Appana
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Mulbarton Remedial School learners recently went to Piatto in Alberton where they made their own pizzas with assistance from the pizza chef. The restaurant staff went out of their way to accommodate two groups of learners on different days. “The staff of Piatto Alberton was fantastic, and we want to thank them for letting us have this wonderful experience,� Mulbarton Remedial teacher Mrs D. Fernandes said.
ENJOYING THEIR SODAS: The Mulbarton Remedial learners enjoying their cold drinks at Piatto, Alberton
Leeuwenhof Akademie hou voorskool-konsert Die Voorskool van Leeuwenhof Akademie het op 26 Junie konsert gehou in die Linder Ouditorium. Hulle het vrolik gedans en gesing in Afrikaans. Almal in die gehoor, veral die trotse ouers, het die konsert gate uit geniet.
Die Voorskoolleerders bewys dat hulle talent het.
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Mingling with soccer legends Leeuwenhof sport presteer Lerato Educational Centre truly had an amazing Mandela Day. The children were spoiled by The Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, and shared a cake with directors, staff and numerous celebrities including South African soccer legends Mark Fish and Andre Arendse.
Rene Parker from Lerato said, “Six of our children were spoiled with various items from GAP clothing, sweet packs and lunch. We also received a large amount of food, stationery, clothing and toys. Nashua has gone far and beyond to ensure we are able to feed our 460 children this term.”
Leeuwenhof Akademie se 0/14, 0/15 en 0/16 rugbyspanne neem op 26 Julie aan die Goue Leeus Finale vir Mediumskole deel. Hier is Leewenhof se onder 14-span.
GAP MODELS: The six children from Lerato Educational Centre with Mark Fish and Andre Arendse.
How to make your child love maths can count the different coloured tiles as you walk between aisles.
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A family that plays together stays together Family games such as snakes and ladders, Uno, and Connect 4 can help children learn valuable skills in a fun and enjoyable way. These games help develop children’s counting skills, as well as addition, subtraction and division. As the children get older, as a means of developing strategic thinking skills, parents can introduce Monopoly, backgammon, chess and even Jenga. These can be competitive, so be prepared for some sibling squabbles.
Early child development is a complex process, with many lessons learnt at this fundamental phase having far-reaching effects, including a child’s aptitude for certain subjects. One of the most important skills that will have a significant impact on an individual’s life is mathematics – the ability to count, add, subtract, multiply and divide. Depending on the profession one pursues in life, mathematical skills are vital in problemsolving, which is why the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), through Engenius, is encouraging an appreciation of maths in the nation in order to prepare more citizens for a career in engineering. Engenius has gathered some pointers for parents who want to develop a love for maths in their children from an early age. Sandisa Maqubela, who facilitates Engenius, recommends a few simple, yet effective ,activities that parents can do to increase
their children’s love and understanding of maths, to reinforce the skills learnt in school. Loose change Most families have a jar or a container in which they collect loose change. Over time, this container can become quite full and a task you can get your children to do is to count the money in the jar. This will give them a practical lesson in addition, and it will increase their understanding of money and denominations. They may also be allowed to buy a treat with some of the money. Patterns are important Patterns are a great way of learning, and they are all around us, in art, furnishings and even paving. You can also increase your child’s interest in patterns through activities such as jigsaw puzzles, dominoes and tanagrams. When you are in the mall, you
Building blocks From a very early age, children like to stack things on top of each other. Let your child play with mathematical shapes such as blocks, Lego and even Meccano. These are very helpful as they provide the child with a concrete perception of shapes and space at an early age. Read them books that incorporate
maths Make the kids connect with maths even in story-time. Read them books in which the main characters solve a problem using maths, such as One Hundred Angry Ants by Ellinor J. Pinczes, The King’s Commissioners by Aileen Friedman and Socrates and the Three Little Pigs by Tuyosi Mori. You will be increasing their aptitude in maths subliminally, especially if they struggle with it.
Show them that maths is everywhere Incorporate maths into their everyday experience; show them symmetrical shapes in nature, pricing in supermarkets, and geometry in buildings. Make up games linked to vehicle registration numbers on long trips. Count the number of certain models of cars on the way home from school. Teach them about time while baking – they can count the minutes while their cupcakes bake. Make simple tasks like boiling eggs fun, by letting them set the egg-timer. “As parents balance their cheque-books, buy shoes, measure distances and check their time, they should include their children in these activities, to get them excited about maths,” concludes Sandisa.
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Hearing upgrade Glenanda Primary has made a wonderful difference to the life of Grade 2 learner, Sam Gudla, by collecting R7000 to buy him two upgraded hearings aids, one for school and one for home. The 9-year-old boy’s hearing disability was discovered when Glenanda Primary hosted a hearing screening session in 2012 in association with Calligaro & King. Leesa King explained that the hearing loss in Sam’s right ear is severe to profound, and a hearing aid was donated to him by
Calligaro & King for use at school. Wanting Sam to experience hundred percent hearing at home as well, Mr Human, deputy principal of Glenanda Primary then started a collection for him. All learners and teachers were urged to donate to the R7000 in 7 days bin (seen below). The money was collected and two upgraded hearing aids were purchased. Sam showed his appreciation to Leesa King by giving her a bouquet of flowers.
R7000 IN 7 DAYS: Back: Leesa King, Daniela Silva (head girl), Mr King (principal), Mr Human (deputy principal) and Kyle Gericke (head boy). Front: Sam Gudla.
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Where cricket stars are born Race for Victory title up for grabs
The stage is set for an extraordinary spectacle when the Trade Route Mall Junior LPL in association with Gunn and Moore kicks off on 2 August. It is the fourth year of this tournament which now boasts u/13, u/15 and u/21 divisions. Five of the most successful clubs, Orange Farm, Alberton, Marks Park, Florida and Central will all compete over the weekends in August at the Tech Grounds and Progress Primary Grounds as the Trade Route Mall Junior LPL unfolds. The two-month long tournament commences on Saturday and for the first time in the history of the competition these young super stars will have the opportunity to play some of the knockout matches under lights at the Joburg Cricket Stadium. While the final CAPTAINS: Bradley Bosch, captain of Alberton champions will not be known until 21 and Nkosi Ndazamo, captain of Orange Farm September, the top four teams of each taken these U/21 lads under their wing and group at U/13 level and top two teams of each group at U/15 level, will qualify for the will hope to mentor them on the way to future quarter-finals and semi-finals respectively, stardom. thus marking 13 September as a red letter A quick look at the history books of the tournament shows just how quickly the day. The introduction of the Youth LPL – an U/21 tournament’s motto “where stars are born” tournament which is co-sponsored by the can become a reality. Quinton De Kock, a Carlton Centre - will be welcomed this year. mere 2 years ago represented the Sporting This will showcase many talented up-and- Supermen and today he is playing in Sri coming cricketers who fall under the six LPL Lanka alongside the world’s best players for franchise banners and enable them to pit their South Africa. skills against each other. This tournament will take place on 22 August under lights in Follow us on Twitter @LPLt20za or on a festival atmosphere at the Joburg Cricket Facebook @ LensiaLPLorganisers Stadium. Each of the senior franchises has
Leeuwenhof speel in finale Leeuwenhof Akademie het onlangs baie goed in verskeie sport finale gevaar.
GOUE LEEUS LIGA: 0/15 rugbyspeler, Jan Marais, in aksie gedurende die Goue Leeus finaal.
This annual road cycle event, now in its 19th year since inception, will take place once more on 21 September 2014. Sponsored by Rand Water, the Race for Victory is well recognised on the national cycling calendar as being a challenging and well organised event. Not only does Rand Water sponsor the event, but their staff also provide valuable assistance in terms of water points and logistical support. The various routes and distances on offer (150km, 110km and 54km) encompass the well known southern roads of Gauteng, with the start and finish venue being the Rand Water Zwartkopjies Pumping station situated just 15km south of Johannesburg CBD. This is a popular training ground for local cyclists. The elite and professional riders will cover the 150km distance, with the steep uphills and rapid descents of the scenic Suikersbosrand Nature Reserve being the main obstacle of their route. The best racing cyclists in South Africa regard the route as being of an international standard. Past winners include the likes of familiar names such as Darryl Impey, Reinhardt Janse van Rensburg, Darren Lill, Nic White, Malcolm Lange and defending champion from 2013, Calvin Beneke. The 110km event is held on undulating roads in the Meyerton / Henley-on-Klip area and is a premier seeding event for the 2015 Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Momentum Cycle Tour in Cape Town, and the 94.7 Momentum Cycle Challenge in November later this year. Racing ladies, veterans, juniors, under 16’s,
as well as all the open seeded cyclists, will be catered for with R70 000 prize money up for grabs. The prize money for the King of the Mountain is sponsored by Dimension Data. The 54km distance offers the ideal distance for recreational and less fit cyclists. There is a special corporate or group section in the110km distance which groups/clubs/ companies, etc are encouraged to enter. The idea of this category is to stimulate unity and teamwork within a group without being ultra competitive. All funds and proceeds of the day go towards Frances Vorwerg School (which caters for physically and learning disabled learners). The school is situated in Haddon in the south of Johannesburg. Other sponsors which contribute greatly are Suzuki @ i POP Johannesburg South, GWM, Netcare 911, Netcare Union Hospital, Coca Cola, Devin Signs, The Glen Shopping Centre and Suikersbosrand Nature reserve. Entries are already open. Go to www. raceforvictory.co.za to enter online. Entrants must be members of the CSA.
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Destined for greatness “God has put you here for a reason; find that reason and do it.”
ATHLETE WITH A BIG HEART: Tri-athlete Dylan da Silva and Heugene Murray at the top of Kilimanjaro.
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every opportunity that comes his laurelle@tametimes.co.za way to do so. The 19-year-old athlete is well Anyone who has known in Mondeor, not only for his met Dylan da sporting success - he has provincial Silva will and national colours for cycling know his - but also as an active Mondeor determination CPF patroller. “I am keeping crime is infectious, and one low to make my area a better can only be inspired environment, so children can go by his wise words, kick a soccer ball around without “You can’t be a couch worrying about getting mugged,” potato. God has put he told tame TIMES. you here for a reason; Another great achievement he has find that reason and added to his list was summitting do it.” Mount Kilimanjaro in February this Da Silva was born year with the ParaAwesomes, a with Phocomelia, which group of disabled people. His main means that he does not goal, however, has always been to have complete arms and compete in the 2016 Paralympics. hands. This has, however, He was recently chosen to never stopped him from represent South Africa in the living life to the full and TransCanada Corp. achieving his ambitions. World Elite Triathlon God has blessed him with Grand Final which the ability to swim, cycle takes place at the and run; and he is using end of August. This
Golden Oldies Dart Reunion The 10th Golden Oldies Reunion will be held on 9 August at Klipriversberg Recreation Centre from 9:00. The Real McCoy and older (45 years plus) dart-players are invited. Please note: the dress code is smart. For more information please contact Joppie on 079 343 5791.
invitation came after da Silva, who competes in the PT3 category, had participated in only two triathlons - the Gauteng provincials and the South African nationals – but won gold medals for both. The challenge currently facing Da Silva is that he has to raise his own funds in order to compete in Canada. tame TIMES therefore calls on the community to assist this courageous young man with donations or sponsorship, as he is clearly destined for greatness. Anyone who is interested in sponsoring Dylan da Silva’s trip to TransCanada Corp. World Elite Triathlon Grand Final should please contact Melissa da Silva on 084 352 3228. https://www.facebook.com/dylan. dasilva.773
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