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Fancy Flamenco footwork The Flamenco del Cabo company from Woodstock clapped castanets and performed percussive footwork to lively rhythms and traditional flamenco music in Fandangos, choreographed by Kim Pretorius, on Saturday 28 September. The dance was part of the Baxter Dance Festival’s main programme. Cape Town’s premier dance festival continues until 5 October. See page 6.
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articipating in the recent University of Cape Town (UCT) Scrub Run, Western Cape minister of health, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, showed she’s got what it takes to go the distance. On Sunday 15 September, Mbombo joined members of the UCT Surgical Society, one of the largest student-led societies on campus, for the annual 10km run which forms
part of the Peace Run at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. Putting on their running shoes, and surgical scrubs, they took to Cape Town’s streets to raise funds, and awareness, for the Weekend Waiting List initiative at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. Savannah Verhage, head of social events and outreach at the UCT Surgical Society, says it was inspiring to see Mbombo’s passion and support for this worthy cause.
“The minister’s spokesperson, Nomawethu Sbukwana, reached out to us, saying the minister had heard of the Scrub Run and was eager to assist the future doctors of South Africa in their endeavours to make a difference in the health system of our country,” says Verhage. A few weeks later Mbombo, dressed in watermelon-pink scrubs, arrived at the starting line at Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point, at 06:30, ready to take on the chal-
lenge. The minister says the race was rather difficult because she wasn’t able to train as much as she hoped to. “Leading up to the run, I had a hectic schedule which made it difficult to exercise. But I was able to participate and that is what counts.” Mbombo says she is deeply touched by this initiative, which shows the dedication and commitment of future doctors. V To page 2.
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COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS ELDERS AWARDS
Getting his hands dirty for peace of mind NOMZAMO YUKU @NomzamoYuku
putting other people’s needs first. He attributes his conduct to ven in what he describes as lessons from his late parents. his last days, Maitland resiKnight says in his last days dent Peter Knight is deterhis father reminded him of the mined to do good for his comimportance of taking care of munity. his loved ones. The 87-year-old is one of the “My father asked me to take top three finalists in the in 80 care of my mother and my sibplus category of this year’s lings, and to always remember Community Champions his teachings,” Knight says. Elders Awards. He had to honour his father’s The awards are presented by will and help his mother raise the People’s Post, TygerBurger the children. He was never and City Vision in partnership married nor did he have chilwith Spec-Savers. dren, but says he is a family Knight wakes up at 05:00 daiperson. ly – carries a rubbish bag or “I have always had a good rewheelie-bin, and picks up the lationship with my siblings. dirt along the road. Yes, there would be misunderHe keeps it at his local standings and we would end up church until it can be collected not talking to some, but I alby the municipality. ways loved them and their Knight, who now has health children,” he says. issues, says he has been doing Knight was nominated by this for 78 years. fellow resident Esmeralda AlIt all started at St John’s exander, who has been observCatholic Church in Coronaing his role in the community tion Road at the age of nine. He Peter Knight PHOTO: NOMZAMO YUKU over the last few years. voluntarily started cleaning Alexander sees Knight as an the church premises and in front of the gate. way to church’. inspiration to many in the community. Knight says that was not enough as the “I am angry at the school children that eat She says despite his age, Knight still road remained dirty. Then he started clean- their chips and throw the packets any- smiles and greets people while he is busy ing the rest of the road occasionally. where. They have no respect for the envi- cleaning along the road. He has continued this voluntary service ronment or the elders,” says Knight. “He never moans, come rain or shine. I until today. He says he gets a mixed type of response am grateful Mr Knight will get some recogThis, he says, allows him to go to bed a from the community, with some appreciat- nition for his good deeds,” she says. happy man every night, and the community ing and trying to help him where they can. V The winners of the awards will be announced at appreciates him. However, some residents are simply not a morning tea on 12 October in Cape Town. Winners “I cannot stand seeing a piece of paper lay- bothered by his daily efforts. and runners-up will walk away Shoprite vouchers and ing around. I used to do it for my father who Sharing the story of his life, Knight says other prizes sponsored by TygerBurger, People’s Post, would say, ‘pick up the papers even on your he has always been a responsible person, City Vision and Spec-Savers.
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FROM PAGE 1 “I felt the need to participate and assist them in ensuring that they meet their target. This will go a long way towards ensuring the children get operated on and do not spend time on the waiting list.” Verhage says they were impressed by Mbombo’s stamina and endurance during the race.
“I think what motivated her the most was the worthy cause that she was doing it all for. It was this that carried her over the finish line,” she says. Running and walking with Mbombo were 50 students (the majority from the health sciences faculty) and surgeons from the hospital. Verhage says their brightly coloured scrubs made them stand out from the other runners. “It is a long way to run in scrubs but the camaraderie, encouragement and support of our fellow scrub runners were incredibly motivating. It was wonderful to turn a corner and see a fellow scrub runner in full medical regalia in the distance.” The donation portal closed on Monday 30 September. At the time of going to press, the society had collected R200 370. “Our target was set at R150 000 so we have exceeded our goal by more than R50 000,” says Verhage. All of the proceeds raised will go towards the initiative which aims to reduce patient
waiting times for less complex surgeries Surgical procedures are generally scheduled during the week and more complex cases take priority over minor procedures. “This means that patients awaiting less complicated treatments, such as cyst removals, reconstructive surgery and dental surgery, are added to a waiting list, which causes anxiety and stress for the patients and their families,” says Verhage. The initiative enables the hospital to add an extra day to the surgical calendar, helping to provide much-needed relief for young patients sooner. Since the initiative’s launch in 2011, 943weekend surgeries have been performed. The Children’s Hospital Trust, which administers the funds raised, aims to raise a total of R900 000 in 2019 to fund an extra day of surgery every week between July and December. V For more information, email Savannah Verhage on uctscrubrun@gmail.com or the Children’s Hospital Trust on cht@chtrust.org.za.
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embers from Meadows community watch, Plumstead neighbourhood watch, Zone Security, Diep River community policing forum (CPF) and officers from Diep River police station met on Saturday 20 September at St Luke’s Hospice in Kenilworth to hand over funds and items collected during a cancer drive for the hospice. Funds raised exceeded R20 000. Fiona Schwimmbacher, a member of Meadows community watch and secretary and communications at Diep River CPF, says the cancer drive, which began in August, started as a single act of kindness. “One of our neighbourhood watch members, Cindy Mare, was diagnosed with cancer. We wanted to put together a care basket for her,” said Fiona. Fiona’s daughter, Gabriella, who is also a member of Meadows community watch, explained how the community got involved in the drive. “Everyone has been affected by cancer in
one way or another. You might have experienced it first hand or maybe you just know someone who has suffered from it. “My grandmother, Anna, was diagnosed with cancer. She eventually ended up in the care of the wonderful people at St Luke’s Hospice, but she isn’t the only one to have called St Luke’s home. “We decided we wanted to make the lives of those at St Luke’s just a bit more comfortable by providing them with a little extra love and care, too,” said Gabriella. The other partners then came on board to maximise community involvement. Const Zak Marais, spokesperson for Diep River police station said: “Using social media platforms and by reaching out to schools in our neighbourhoods, we appealed to the communities from Diep River, Plumstead, Meadowridge, Southfield and Constantia for their support of the cancer drive.” Robbert Rijkers, chairman of Diep River CPF, said the response was overwhelming. “It is so important that we as communities stand and work together. Projects like
this one show what can be accomplished when community members get involved.” Diep River station commander Lt Col Mzwandile Gqabi echoed his words. “The police need the community’s support and involvement to affect change. We always encourage community participation. I would like to thank all involved for the opportunity to be part of the cancer drive,” said Gqabi. Celin Galant, head of department at support services at St Luke’s, said donations like these sustained the running of day-today operations at the hospice. “We are incredibly grateful for the support. It is donations like these that makes it possible for us to do our work.” Fiona extended thanks to the various organisations involved. “To Zone Security, Plumstead Kwikspar, the schools that contributed, and to all the members of the community who donated money or goods; thank you for your generosity in ensuring that those at St Luke’s get some extra love and care.”
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Meadows community watch, Plumstead neighbourhood watch, Zone Security, Diep River community policing forum and Diep River police station joined forces in the St Luke’s Hospice cancer drive. PHOTO: NETTALIE VILJOEN Thursday 3 October V Kenilworth: With the onset of spring, snakes become active. The Friends of Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area invite you to an informative talk by snake conservationist, Vard Aman, from Cape Snake Conservation at 19:00 in the Protea Room, Kenilworth Racecourse, Rosmead entrance. There is no charge but donations towards conservation are welcome. Booking is essential. Call Jerry on 021 700 1843 during office hours.
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RONDEBOSCH
RX Radio holds first Youth Music festival R
X Radio hosted its first Youth Music Festival on Saturday 28 September. Attendees got to enjoy a day of music and fun with live performances, good food and a kiddies play area. The festival took place from 11:00 to 17:00 on the field between Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital and Sportsman’s Warehouse, and featured several performances from up-and-coming local youth acts
between the ages of 11 and 25. Majozi (Sama nominee), Idols SA 2018 winner Yanga, Jarrad (Sama nominee), and Anecnote (SA’s Got Talent winner) also made an appearance on stage. The event was organised by RX Radio Child and Young Reporters to be an event of joyful music for the youth of Cape Town and to raise funds for RX Radio. Mayor Dan Plato opened the festival. “The
Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital is one of the oldest hospitals in the city and has been a leader in child healthcare for more than 60 years. Being the flagship radio station for the hospital, RX Radio provides a valuable service to the hospital community and trains young aspiring reporters to broadcast from within the hospital,” he said. It is a radio station run by and for children operating from the hospital. It is the first ra-
dio station in the world that trains child reporters to broadcast from within a hospital. A team of six staff, volunteers and former reporters (ages 18 and up) work behind the scenes to train, coordinate, and support the reporters – but the children are always behind the microphones and are active participants in the production. They design their own shows, choose the music, invite guests, write interview questions, and plan events.
Local libraries encourage residents to play chess The City of Cape Town’s library chess tournament, Chess@Libraries 2019, culminated in a round of nail-biting games at the Parow Library where the finals took place last Friday 27 September. After months of elimination rounds, 74 participants from 19 libraries squared off on the black and white boards. The winner was Robert Kuziyamisa and the runner up was Shaun Smith, both patrons from Lentegeur Library. “Chess is becoming more popular and this tournament has drawn players of all ages from around the city. A number of our libraries already have established chess clubs, and with more reporting a marked interest in the game, we are fully in support of growing chess in our libraries,” said the Mayco member for community services and health, Zahid Badroodien, who handed over several chess sets to the library and information services department, with more sets earmarked for other libraries. Some of the chess clubs meet regularly, others meet on an ad hoc basis, while some hope to gain enough interest and chess set donations to get them going.
“The benefits of board games, and especially chess, cannot be overstated. Anyone can learn and the benefits are not just scientific. While it exercises both sides of the brain and improves problem-solving skills, playing chess is a fun way of learning how to follow the rules and can help build selfconfidence,” said Badroodien. The Chess@Libraries 2019 initiative was pioneered and spearheaded by librarian, Daniel Arendse of Leonsdale Library, who has been involved in the game since 1995 when he started playing while still at primary school. He started chess clubs at several libraries and in 2017 initiated Chess@Libraries as he believes chess is beneficial, regardless of age. Badroodien commended the initiative. “Chess allows our libraries to be true facilities of learning, growing, socialising and relaxation. “While I congratulate the winners on games well played, I want to encourage our patrons, young and old, to get on board,” Badroodien added. V For more information, contact your local library.
Top girl player, Mikaila Jacobs from Wynberg Library with organiser of Chess@Libraries 2019, Daniel Arendse.
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SCHOOLS
Career choices stem from quiz competition T
he second annual mGenAfrica quiz competition, held on Saturday 14 September, saw 366 Grade 12 learners from 40 schools across the Western Cape gather at Wynberg Girls’ High School. The quiz competition, piloted last year in the Metro South Education District (MSED), included five districts this year. The competition aims to inspire Grade 12 learners to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). Learners competed as either individuals or teams in various heats using the quiz Moodle platform which mirrors the contents and activities found on the mGenAfrica platform. The online platform and mobile app – an initiative of the University of Cape Town (UCT) in partnership with the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) – helps learners gauge their knowledge; and prepare for tests and exams through online quizzes. Dr Vicky Nembaware, who conceived this project, says: “mGenAfrica aims to inspire learners to choose careers in life science in an easily assessable manner”. In addition to quiz and engagement activities, mGenAfrica’s website freely provides videos that explain complex life sciences concepts, a section for learners to translate or simplify life science terms and a career portal. Learners are also able to connect with UCT researchers during live chat sessions and draw inspiration from a variety of career spotlight profiles. Launched in August 2018 to promote engagement between high school learners and research staff working in genomics and other health research fields across Africa, the platform aims to make learning life sciences, especially genetics, fun. And that is exactly what learners, competing on the day,
The second annual mGenAfrica quiz competition aims to inspire Grade 12 learners to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). had. In between heats, energy levels were kept high with life science-themed karaoke and dance-offs in the main hall, interspersed with inspiring career talks by UCT researchers. Dr Paul Steyn from the university’ department of human biology was one of the speakers who held his audience spellbound. He wowed learners with a demonstration of the cardiac system using a virtual reality system. Deon Khan, e-learning advisor for MSED, says having researchers share their experiences with learners is invaluable. “I’m very pleased with the kind of effort
made by UCT to expose the learners to a number of career opportunities,” he said. “These researchers are role models that can inspire learners to look beyond the more well-known or obvious career paths.” The day’s activities culminated in a final quiz-off. In the individual category, Mbasakazi Songololo from Spine Road High School was the overall winner. She was followed closely by Charles Martin from South Peninsula High School in second position and Merel van den Brink from Parklands College in third.
In the group category, South Peninsula High School came first, followed by Sinethemba High School in second position and Fairmont High School in third. Songololo was rewarded with a trophy, laptop, as well as the opportunity to attend the 13th African Society of Human Genetics Conference in Tanzania in September. All other winners received scientific calculators, trophies, memory sticks and backpacks. And although not everyone who participated could be crowned winners, all did walk away richer.
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On Saturday 14 September, 366 Grade 12 learners from 40 schools across the Western Cape gathered at Wynberg Girls’ High School to compete in the second annual mGenAfrica quiz competition.
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THEATRE
‘Danger in the Dark’ debuts D
avid Kramer’s Danger in the Dark, a reworking of the hit musical Poison, comes to the Baxter Theatre for a limited season. Baxter chief executive officer and artistic director, Lara Foot, invited Kramer to restage the musical, given its relevant content experienced daily in communities across the Western Cape. Originally written in the early 90s by Kramer and the late Taliep Petersen, and produced by Renaye Kramer, Poison was very well received in South Africa, Malaysia and London. It had a return season, directed by Bobby Heaney, at the Baxter Theatre in 2004 as part of the Klipfontein Corridor Project. With this reworked version of the musical, Kramer tells the story from the point of view of Pamela, a social worker who is writing her thesis on drug abuse in the Cape Flats. He has written the new book for Danger in the Dark but has retained many of the original songs. Kramer has assembled a creative team and cast of eight lead performers with a chorus of 14, who dance, sing and play a variety of roles, accompanied by a live band of five musicians. The ensemble is led by Alexis Petersen
(Langarm) as Pamela, Rushney Ferguson (District Six – Kanala!) as Juanita, Loukmaan Adams (District Six – The Musical) as Michael, Elton Landrew (Kat and the Kings) as Poison, Eldon van der Merwe (Arendsvlei) as Chicco, Tashreeq de Villiers (Aunty Merle, The Musical) as Lucky, Edith Plaatjies (King Kong) as Mrs Joseph and Chad Baai (Spring Awakening) as Shawn. The chorus comprises Luke Buys, Loreto Cabrera, Lewellyn Afrika, Luke de Kock, Anzio September, Lubabalo Pupu, Rori York Bingham, Nadine Suliaman, Alex Rodkin, Chamonay Anthony, Mekaila Mathys, Crystal Finck, Gabriela Dirkse and Tanzley Jooste. Directed by Kramer with assistant director, Grant van Ster, the creative team is made up of Camillo Lombard (musical director), Patrick Curtis (set and lighting designer), David Classen (sound designer), Widaad Albertus (costume designer), Kirsti Cummings (videographer) and choreography by Shaun Oelf and Grant van Ster. Grandall Vlotman (conductor and keyboards), Shaun Francke (guitar), Jason Ward (drums and percussion), Yvan Potts (synthesizers) and Kurt Randall (bassist) make up the band. Set in the underbelly of the Cape Flats, the
Chad Baai, Elton Landrew, Rushney Ferguson, Loukmaan Adams, Alexis Petersen, Tashreeq de Villiers, Edith Plaatjies, Eldon van der Merwe in Danger in the Dark. PHOTO: JESSE KRAMER story unfolds in 1995, when Pamela meets up with Juanita, a friend from her school days. Soon she realises that Juanita is trapped in an abusive relationship with a drug lord and she is desperate to help her friend escape. Pamela is drawn into dark and dangerous places and situations, yet she pursues against all odds, for the safety and survival of her friend. Danger in the Dark previews at the Baxter
Theatre from 11 to 14 October, opens on 15 October and runs until 2 November, at 19:30 with Saturday matinees at 14:00. Ticket prices range from R100 to R195. There is an age restriction of 12 years. V For discounted block or school bookings, fundraisers and charities, contact Leon van Zyl on 021 680 3972 or email him at leon.vanzyl@uct.ac.za. Bookings are now open through Webtickets on 086 111 0005, online at www.webtickets.co.za or at Pick n Pay stores.
Festival shows ‘dance is alive and thriving’
Sifiso Khumalo and Yaseen Manuel in Maktub. The production forms part of the Baxter Dance Festival’s main programme. PHOTO: VAL ADAMSON
Champagne and bubbly lovers should not miss out on this year’s Bubbly Festival, taking place at Shimmy’s Beach Club at the V&A Waterfront on Saturday 5 October. Organisers promise a fabulous day where guests can sip on some of the finest international and local champagnes, proseccos and MCCs, while being entertained by local acts such as The Kiffness and Mathew Gold. The Kiffness is a popular electronic act
Milestone anniversaries usually tend to be joyous occasions, and for the Baxter Dance Festival, there is certainly a lot to celebrate. Since its launch, the festival has showcased some of the finest dance talents and choreographers in the Western Cape and the country. Nicolette Moses, associate producer and planning manager at the Baxter Theatre Centre, welcomed the audience on the festival’s opening night, which took place on Thursday 27 September. “Fifteen years… who would have thought! What an amazing achievement for the dance fraternity of Cape Town. You’ve done this!” She said dance was alive and thriving in Cape Town and that the next 10 days would pay testament to this. “If we take nothing else away from the past 15 years it is that we have learned to nurture, encourage, support and collaborate. We have challenged each other over the years and have grown through the process.” She encouraged dance makers to take ownership in a way that promotes the survival of not just a platform, but dance as an art form. Ignatius van Heerden kicked off the festival’s main programme with the complex and multi-layered Nijinsky’s War followed by Unravelled – a collaboration between Sasha Fourie, Natasha Rhoda, Rae Claasen, Lee Piedt, Marlin Zoutman and Yaseen Manuel. The Off Main programme followed on Saturday 28 September. It comprised works by 15 dynamic choreographers: Leroy Samuels, Christopher Sherwood-Adcock, Tasmin Andrews, Abdul Isaacs, Ahneesh Valodia, James Bradley, Simone Marshall-Kleinenberg, Desiree Lee Angus, Kim Pretorius, Kyle Andrew Grant, Olwethu Sotiya, Kristy Brown, Wanie Johannes, Amanda Guma and Tanzley Jooste.
Bubbles galore at fest from Cape Town, known for their jazzy, groovy and uplifting house music. Sharing the stage with them will be Mathew, known for his smooth vocals. Mathew has collaborated with The Kiffness on numerous occa-
sions. In between sets, the Playground Twins will keep guests either on their feet, dancing away, or chilling on a couch with a glass of bubbly. Dress to impress in a striking gold and
The Highfliers – a new category for established and seasoned dance-makers and companies to create, explore and develop new works – took place yesterday, Monday 30 September. The line-up included Forever Without End choreographed by Celeste Botha, Contraband choreographed by Michelle Reid, Say Something, Do Something choreographed by Janine Booysens, Distance Call choreographed by Bruno Wani, Ingxolo yabafazi (Stories of Women) choreographed by Sbonakaliso Ndaba, Oblivion choreographed by Craig Pedro, Dead Girls Dancing choreographed by Ebrahim Medell and Abeedah Medell and It’s Ok, You’re Okay choreographed by Marlin Zoutman. The rest of the main programme continues today (Tuesday 1 October) with Maktub by Yaseen Manuel, Perspective by Yellow Frame Films, choreographed by Shirley-Anne Bezuidenhout, Blame it On the Algorithm by Darkroom Contemporary and Image by Dance Theater Africa, choreographed by Tercia Amsterdam. On Thursday 3 October and Friday 4 October, the line-up features Crossroad by Fo8, Sun of a Daughter by New World Dance Company, choreographed by Marlin Zoutman and Aweh Maria by Garage. The Fringe, with more than 20 dance pieces by choreographers and studios from the Western Cape, will close the festival on Saturday 5 October. “The dance community has served the festival well over the years and we are grateful to each one of them for making the programme richer and more meaningful. I am so proud that many successful careers have been launched at the festival since its inception,” says Moses. Ticket prices start at R40 the for the fringe programme and R100 for the main programme. V Bookings can be done at Webtickets or at any Pick n Pay store.
white outfit with a touch of pink to stand a chance to win the best-dressed competition. Up for grabs is a bottle of Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Reserve Exclusive Champagne. General entrance tickets cost R360. This includes 10 tastings and a branded champagne flute glass. Tickets are available online at http://bit.ly/thebubblyfestival Follow the Facebook page: @TheBubblyFestivalChampagneandBubbly for updates.
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Engines to rev at Killarney S
tart your engines for the fourth annual Killarney Motor Show, at the Cape town home of motorsport, Killarney International Raceway, on Sunday 27 October. The organisers are taking the revs up again with close to 1 300 vehicles on show and more than 100 stalls selling just about anything you can think of for your car – and your tummy – with a huge variety of watering holes serving ice-cold drinks, sit-down eats and takeaway vendors. There’s a new, more accessible layout, an entirely new category of exhibitors and fascinating new displays to delight spectators and keep them at the show all day, from when gates open at 10:00 until the show closes at 17:00, including live music and a funfair in the pits paddock offering exciting rides for children of all ages. This year’s show will feature no less than four active circuits, starting with the tar oval, where the Cape Hell Drivers will be running a full tar oval racing event at the show. Next door to that is the arena section; as its name suggests, that’s where you’ll experience non-stop entertainment including stunts, drifting, burnouts, classic motorcycles and even vintage tractor parades and tug-o-war contests. There will be public karting on the one-
kilometre ‘K’ circuit, to give a real taste of how Formula One greats Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna started their racing careers, while the new car dealers have their own dedicated testdrive circuit for the first time, offering testdrives on the latest models all day – including electric cars – another first for the Killarney Motor Show. Trials expert and Dakar Rally hero, Kobus Potgieter will show how to ride over all sorts of natural obstacles, while international stunt stars, brothers Bruce and Brent le Riche will amaze you with impossible stunts on two wheels, including riding almost four metres straight up the side of a truck! In addition, the new car dealers will have their own dedicated test drive circuit for the first time, a one-kilometre loop around the bank on Fastron Corner and through the drag-strip paddock, offering test drives on the latest models all day. The show is open from 10:00 to 17:00 and tickets can be booked at Computicket or paid for at the gate: R100 for adults, R50 for learners under 16 and free if you’re under 12 or on presentation of your membership book if you’re a Western Province Motor Club member. V For more information, visit http://killarneymotorshow.co.za.
All sorts of fun will be had at the annual Killarney Motor Show later this month.