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Issue number 036 December 2013/January 2014
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CONNECTING SOUTH AFRICA AND NEW ZEALAND
Happy Christmas
Three weeks can change your life
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Kia Ora, Cuz
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From the editor Hello all,
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cannot believe there is only 26 days till Christmas! Where has 2013 gone?
We have achieved a lot this year for the South African community with the partnership of the new website, SA going to NZ, and have a large membership running in conjunction with at least five facebook groups. We have to thank Sherelee for administering these sites and keeping a balance when bloggers get too negative or too despondent. Prime Minister John Key said it best when he reiterated that people should stop talking about the negatives and concentrate on the positives in New Zealand. The SA Socials on the Shore are holding their own with so many new migrants ‘fresh off the boat.’ Keep on joining us once a month to enjoy the camaraderie and the familiarity of being a Saffa. From our New Arrivals evenings, which are becoming very popular, we have seen that there are still way too many South Africans being held up at Customs due to the bad advice they have been given from their offshore agents. North Shore Immigration Service gives free advice to anyone coming to New Zealand. Please make use of this service before it’s too late! We have great support from our advertisers and contributors who give away prizes to our readers - Mango Groove tickets, a book, a night away and a few others. Read the magazine and you could be one of the lucky winners. Most of all, Sherelee and I, would like to say a very big thank you to our advertisers who make this magazine work. I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic New Year! Regards, Peter Woodberg
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LEGAL UPDATE: EMPLOYMENT LAW
Yule is merry, but not too merry!
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nce again, our in-house employment law specialist Eska Hartdegen imparts some words of wisdom over the events that often take place at the inevitable yearend office get together. The Yule tide is upon us, and December holds the promise of warmer weather and Christmas functions – a well deserved celebration and thank you to all for their hard work during the previous year. But to keep costs down, partners are no longer necessarily included, which poses its own problems and increases risk. In 2008, an 18 year old female apprentice was awarded $20,000 arising from a sexual incident which happened at a 2006 work Christmas party. So employers, meet the jolly season armed and ready! Occupational health and safety, human rights, and drink driving laws apply to the office party, so before hosting a company event, be aware of companies’ legal obligations and liabilities. Under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, employers have the duty to take “all practicable steps” to ensure the safety of staff at work by identifying any possible risks or hazards. This includes possible hazards at Christmas functions held off-site, and means taking steps to avoid instances of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Here are some practical safety measures to avoid post-party malaise by putting in place measures to keep the level of jollity under control. Before the Christmas event, send out a Memo reminding staff of expected behaviour and conduct by referring to the company policies and giving a friendly reminder that there should be no blogging or photos posted on social networking sites. Also work is as per normal the day after the party! Set a start and finish time for the function, provide high protein and good absorbent foods and plenty of alcohol free drinks, limit the quantity of free alcohol per person, no alcohol allowed for under 18s or for anyone who is visibly intoxicated, assign managers to keep an eye on behaviour generally and on alcohol intake, have designated sober drivers and put in place transport such as mini vans for staff and provide taxi chits, assign a go-to contact person if any anything goes amiss. In Auckland, celebrating Christmas on the sea is particularly favoured .This brings its own hazards and risks and the possibility of a man overboard due to a combination of excessive sparkling wine and stormy seas or the possibility of sexual harassment incidents occurring, as happened in Ellis v Proceedings Commissioner, a decision of the High Court. The complainant resigned because of series of sexual harassment incidents by her employer. One such occurrence happened at a Christmas function, on a customer’s boat. One of the issues the High Court considered was the status of incidents which took place outside the workplace. The Court held that “There can be no suggestion that actions of sexual harassment to an employee must occur in the workplace for an employer or its agent to offend against the Human Rights Act 1993”. The Court endorsed the “but for” test which asks: “Would sexual harassment have occurred ‘but for’ the plaintiff’s employment?” It was held that it would not have, and that the only contact between the employer and employee was workThe South African
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related, and the fact that the incident took place away from work premises did not remove the nexus between the employment and the sexual harassment. According to the Human Rights Commission there is a surge in sexual harassment complaints resulting from office Christmas parties, and the Commission singles out this occasion as one of the most likely times for sexual harassment to occur. To minimise risk, a good alternative event to consider is a Christmas party which includes partners and children and grandchildren and is held on solid ground. A few words of wisdom from career Counsellor Paula Stenberg on how best to behave at the company Christmas bash, is “It’s about credibility. At the end of the day you can lose respect. People tend to make judgements and say, ‘Look at him’, so don’t make a fool of yourself and don’t get drunk”. Thanks and credit to The NZ Herald for its many interesting articles on the above topic
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Recently the National Party had a function at Deep Creek Restaurant & Bar in Browns Bay for National Party members and non-members, hosted by MurrayMcCully.
John Key talks positively about his government.
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e’ve seen the country through some tough times. When we came into office, the country was in recession, the worst global financial crisis for generations had just struck, and we were facing years of government deficits and ever-increasing debt.
Ann McDonald, John Key, Neil Clarke (in the background), Malcolm McDonald and Peter Woodberg.
The day after we were elected, we got to work to turn this around, and we haven’t stopped since. I’m proud of our achievements.
The economy was in recession. Government spending under Labour had risen by 50% in five years. Families were battling high inflation and mortgage rates of over 10%.
Together with the rest of New Zealand, the Government has persevered even in the face of some big challenges along the way.
One in five teenagers were leaving school unable to read and write properly. Forecasts for unemployment were growing.
Under National, the country is in good shape. Our economy is among the fastest-growing in the developed world. Our hospitals are performing more operations every year. Our schools are lifting achievement for young people. And recorded crime is at its lowest rate for 33 years.
New Zealanders wanted change. They wanted greater security, and better prospects. They wanted policies that they knew made economic sense.
We want to take New Zealanders with us as we build on our momentum towards the brighter future you and your family deserve. Five years ago, a combination of the Global Financial Crisis and poor government decision-making meant New Zealand was teetering.
That was when voters turned to National.
The day after we were elected, we got to work. And we haven’t stopped working since. A Global Financial Crisis and devastating earthquakes would have knocked back the most robust of economies, and the most resilient of people. But the Government and New Zealanders have persevered. We have worked together and it’s that combination of effort and direction which has got us to the much stronger position we enjoy today. New jobs are being created. The economy is growing, and forecast to be among the top handful of countries for growth in the developed world.
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Suzette, Joanne or Diane on 0800 002 659 We guarantee to have the best available airfares to and from South Africa. We will not be beaten. Our fares guarantee applies as long as seats are available in the applicable booking class.
We have customised policies with unlimited medical cover while in S.A. from $9 a day. Plus we can cover family coming to NZ from $3 a day. Free Global SIM card included. Prices based on 30 day policies for ages 59 and under with no preexisting conditions. Please ask us for a quote if you’re over 59 and or have medical existing conditions. Call rates apply to calls made on the Global SIM card - S.A. to NZ from $0.43/min.
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Merry Christmas
The South African Magazine selected a few items which are so extra special we felt they should be included on your gift list for a loved one. Happy holidays!
To purchase, please visit the website: http://eveepiphany.wix.com/ scatterlings-#!contact/c16fm ($39.95 plus delivery).
We have Christmas giveaways for readers to win.
To purchase, please visit the SA Shops in Browns Bay and Rosedale Road ($10.00) To purchase visit: www.anniqueonline.co.nz ($30.00 plus delivery).
To purchase, please visit big5@clear.net.nz ($49.95 plus delivery)
Please send an email to sherelee.samagazine@gmail.com to enter. Good luck! 2 x Double Mango Groove tickets for the Auckland show 1 x Big5 Board Game and 1 x Sock&Toss Family Game Book - Walk in a Forester’s Boots – The First Journey A bottle of Larry’s Chilli Ring Sting Sauce T-Shirt – Scatterlings ‘We Bounced off Planet Africa’ 1 Bottle of Annique ‘Fun in the Sun 1 Night stay for 4 people at Parkview Motel in Dargaville valued at $165.00.
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ver the past two years TravelCafe has established itself as the leading specialist Suzette du Bois in sharp airfares and travel services for the South African Kiwi community. Business began in 1976 and was founded by one of NZ’s most famous All Black, Kel Tremain. Three years ago Greg Southcombe enticed Suzette du Bois to join and the South African connection was born and things literally took off. Southcombe describes Du Bois as the best consultant he’s worked with. It’s no surprise then that she has amassed a considerable following. She’s on the ball with the latest airfares and makes good use of TravelCafe’s email alert system to send out early warnings about the latest and greatest fares to and from South Africa. Two years agoTravelCafe extended the service further and, with Du Bois’ incredible dedication, started offering 24 hour availability for those emergencies when a family member back home is unwell and you need to get back there in a hurry. Thanks to a strong partnership with South African Airways, Covermore Travel Insurance and an excellent range of car hire companies TravelCafe is now offering the whole package for your next trip home. The guaranteed sharpest airfares to South Africa combined with optional travel insurance cover customised to include the most important cover for SA Kiwis and some superb rates on longer term car hire. In response to Du Bois and TravelCafe’s increasing popularity they have expanded their own team of South African specialists - and she is now joined by fellow expats Diane Wales-Baillie and Joanne Metcalfe. The South African
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Health Insurance? Or Waiting List?
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here has been a significant change to the eligibility to New Zealand’s publicly funded healthcare for those who hold a WORK VISA. Previously, if your visa was valid for 2 years from the date of issue, you were eligible. However going forward, to be eligible for public healthcare, your visa must be valid for 2 years or more from the date you enter New Zealand. Alternatively, if you hold a valid work visa and your consecutive visas (including visitor and student visas) total 2 years or more without a break, you will also be eligible to public healthcare. If you do not meet these requirements, you can still receive emergency treatment however, it’s likely you’ll be sent the bill. If you are a visitor to NZ and do not have Travel Insurance, you may be able to apply for a non-residents insurance policy. Accident-related treatment generally is covered by the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), but visitors to New Zealand are recommended to have comprehensive travel insurance to meet the costs of expenses that ACC does not cover (including repatriation). It is an unfortunate fact that most of us do not get through life unscathed. Health insurance provides peace of mind that, if the unforeseen does happen and the public health system cannot help you, you can afford to get expert medical treatment when you really need it. Surgery is expensive, listed below are some examples of common procedures
(with indicative costs as at May 2013): Prostate removal $10,000 $15,000 Angioplasty $17,300 - $27,400 Total hip joint replacement $20,000-$27,000 While urgent treatment is available through the public system, people can find themselves in a slow-moving queue for those ailments that aren’t immediately life threatening. Having health insurance eliminates waiting on public waiting lists, getting you treated and on the way to living normally again as soon as possible. That is the primary benefit for most people, and why it is worth considering. And with the cost of medical treatments and the availability of new procedures and drugs increasing, more and more New Zealanders are going private. With the rising cost of private medical insurance, it can be tempting to change to another medical insurer if a cheaper premium is available. However, before submitting a new application, keep in mind that you may be forfeiting cover for pre-existing conditions, particularly those newer problems which have occurred since taking out the policy. Adding or increasing an excess with your current insurer may be a better option.
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Hearts of Gold
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apetonian David Stephenson and Durbanite Neville Fox are two South Africans with hearts of gold. Both live in other parts of the world now (New Zealand and Australia respectively) and have their hearts in the right places when it comes to children of the world.
Gold Heart 1. Stephenson has just completed the Auckland marathon in the name of Jogging4Jack where he’s been, and is still, raising funds for 4 year old Jack who has been diagnosed with Viral Encephalitis in Cape Town. Jack was diagnosed in February this year and has been in the Red Cross Hospital in Cape Town ever since. His medical bills have exceeded R800 000.00 and Stephenson, along with many others, are helping to raise funds around the world.
@Heart walks alongside each of these heart kids and their families and shares in their battles – the wins and the losses – providing much needed support along the way.
Join Fox by going onto his fundraising page and helping him reach his target https://cycleforheartkids2013.everydayhero. com/nz/neville.
Please go to https://www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/ Jogging4JackNZ or visit https://www.facebook.com/ Jogging4JackNZ to read more about Jack’s story and the fundraising efforts. Gold Heart 2. Fox, who climbed Mt Kilimanjaro last year with his brother, Graeme, is cycling to raise funds for @Heart (formerly Heart Children NZ) and has just completed the 160km Contact Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge. @Heart is the official charity of this Challenge. For most heart kids, the battle is never over and they will need lifelong support as there is no cure for a heart defect.
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New chef at ‘Sweet As Cafe’
warm Sweet As welcome to Bernice D’abbadie, the new Chef at Sweet As Cafe in Browns bay. D’abbadie will join them shortly and you can expect many changes to their current menu.
Originally from Durban and another Sharks supporter, she completed her National Diploma in Catering Management with three distinctions! She worked at the Hilton in Durban for four years, starting as a trainee chef and later promoted to Chef de Partie in charge of the pastry section. She is married with two boys and lives on the Shore. The South African
Step into our gorgeous, artistic little cafe for a unique mix of Kiwi and South African food. We’ve got outdoor seating, a large and inviting space. Great for your next group or business meeting. Book clubs, mums and bubs meets, business breakfasts or just a place to take your sweetheart to try out some South African cooking.
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Why Should You Cruise?
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t’s often said: ‘once a cruiser, always a cruiser’. From Europe, Close to Home, Mediterranean or to the Caribbean people just love to cruise. Here’s why we think cruising is just the ticket!
For some people it’s plain and simple why cruises are so great – because every day you see a different horizon and find yourself somewhere new. When you wake up, you see the ocean or find yourself at a new port in a new exotic location –then get to experience those locations for yourself without having to worry about hotels or moving to the next location.
The all-inclusive nature of most cruises is pretty unbeatable. Once you book your trip, the rest is easy. Accommodation, meals and snacks, on board activities, entertainment are all included – so you get to take a break and relax – which is what your holiday should be like. For those who want to spend more on external sightseeing day trips, a slightly fancier meal on the cruise, or souvenirs, you can. When cruising it’s easy keeping costs low but you also have the freedom to customise your trip with excursions and activities depending on your budget. Because the cruise ship is a moving hotel, restaurant, and your main form of transportation, you won’t have to unpack and pack every time you reach a new destination. You’ll get to visit different destinations and will only
have to unpack and pack once! Lectures and educational sessions, as well as lessons for all kinds of skills are available for passengers of all ages. Salsa dancing, yoga, keyboard lessons or culinary classes are available on many cruises. Some cruise ships even offer Cirque du Soleil and Disney shows as entertainment. There are also casinos, pools, theatres, Vegas-style performances and much, much more.
So, for these reasons and more, the bottom line is that cruises are great for everyone because they are geared to meet the needs of all ages, interests and budgets. Harvey World Travel Browns Bay are experienced in booking all variety of cruise holidays. Call us on 09 478 4416 or pop in to talk about where you could get to on a ship!
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Introducing Santelle Come in and meet our newest staff member Santelle van der Westhuizen who has just joined the Harvey World Travel Browns Bay team. Santelle has been in New Zealand for 6 years and originally hails from Cape Town. She’s just starting out her travel career and would love to help any fellow ex-pats with their travel plans, be it a trip home or an exotic Cruise. So give her a call on 09 478 4416, drop in and say hi or email her on santelle.vdw@harveyworld.co.nz.
Chocolate Avenue
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he vision of large amounts of runny melted chocolate takes me straight into the movie Charley and the Chocolate Factory.
Cheryl and Jolene Smith have owned and operated this novelty chocolate confectionary business in Richards Bay since 1992. The Mother and Daughter team are now making chocolate from a commercial kitchen on the North Shore. Chocolatiers love experimenting in designing and moulding new ideas in chocolate and the Smiths are no different.
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Only the finest ingredients are purchased and traditional methods are used in the exceptional artisan chocolates which bear the name Chocolate Avenue.
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They make and mould chocolates for every occasion – Easter (of course), Valentine ’s Day, birthdays and all special occasions. They also make up pamper hampers on request. With Halloween now over they are hard at work on their Christmas orders. While they continually strive to be innovative in their designs and ideas they hand make their creations as Grandma made them back in the day. She’d be pretty proud of them!
To order for your special occasion, please visit www. ch o c o l a t e a v e n u e . c o . n z : Email: info@chocolateavenue.co.nz: and Chocolate Avenue NZ on facebook
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Welcome to New Zealand, Migrants! Photos: Sherelee Clarke
Cynthia and Larry Nuttall with Peter Woodberg.
Thank you to all the new immigrants who joined our New Arrivals evening these past two months. We met people from South Africa, Russia and the Philippines and it was, hopefully, a great networking experience for all. Thanks must also go to the professional ‘oldies’ for coming along to give support and invaluable advice. We appreciate how difficult it can be in those first few months of arriving in New Zealand and our evenings provide the perfect opportunity to relax and socialise with others who understand your situation and can help you to find your feet. The concept of networking is growing as there appears to be a need for new immigrants to be given support, advice, contacts and leads in situations relating to immigration, employment accommodation and the do’s and don’ts of arriving in a new country!
Craig Balaam, Gavin Myburgh and Richard Pearce.
The New Arrivals evenings are held once a month. 2014 brings in the New Year and with a new year a change to the LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH!! Future dates: Where: Time: Please RSVP:
Tuesday, 17 December and Monday, 27 January 2014 100 Bush Road, Level 1, Building 2, Albany, North Shore 6pm to 8pm enquiry@hwp.co.nz or call us on 09 915 0100.
Andrea Webb, Zeenat Dinat and Willis Holtmann.
Delia Haeufler, Melanie and Dewald Visser.
Andre and Kyle van Tonder, and Neil Clarke.
Robyn Bullough, Mel Hanna, Delia Haeufler and Simona Woodberg.
Reggie Ajax, Bertie Kruger, Craig Balaam and Peter Woodberg.
Gavin Myburgh, Dan Popescu and Sybrand Botes. Eve Halcomb, Lelanie and Jan Jacobs, and Neil Clarke.
Russel Whitlock, Hugo McGrath and Albert Jordaan.
Peter Woodberg, Bernie van der Merwe and Gary Hey.
Concept Basia and Robert Mustart.
Simona Woodberg, Alet and Craig Balaam.
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Masoud Sedehi, Neil Clarke and Simona Woodberg.
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Speed Limits!!! I
n the property finance world today, LVR or Loan to Value Ratios, have become as important as Serviceability. Loan to Value Ratios is basically the Banks lending compared to the property’s value, ie: • Property Value $1,000,000 • Mortgage $800,000 • LVR 80%
On 1 October 2013, the NZ Reserve Bank imposed what has become known as “Speed Bumps” on the Retail Banks in New Zealand. What these Speed Bumps do, is to limit the Banks total mortgage lending book in the over 80% LVR, to only 10% of the entire book. This was done by the NZRB in order to slow down the rampant increase in property prices / values, particularly in Auckland and Christchurch.
lar pie. We seem to be having a return to the days of interest rate discounts and crazy cash back offers. If you fall in to this <80% LVR bracket, and you have any other debt, my advice would be to refinance/consolidate now. Give us a call and we can chat about your options, you may be much better off by Christmas.
The LVR Speed Limits have now been imposed for over a month, but has it been successful in doing what it was designed to do? Contrary to, what appears to be, popular belief, the speed limit was meant to limit the amount of high LVR lending, not stop it altogether, but it seems to have been misunderstood by the majority. This is traditionally the busiest time of the year in the Real Estate market, yet the latest data from the RBNZ shows a 20% drop in Mortgage Approvals, on this time last year. So it would seem that it has had some impact. It will possibly keep the period prior to Christmas quieter than usual, and January will remain traditionally quiet. By February most of the banks will have cleared their backlog of pre-approvals, and they will have a better idea of their numbers in terms of their LVR lending. After that, the gates should be open to good, higher LVR lending again. My advice would be to work with your mortgage broker, who can show you the best way to prepare your finances, in readiness for your application. We will also know immediately which banks are open to what type of business, and will prepare your application for approval!!! The silver lining is that those mortgages within the 80% limit, are in heavy demand by banks, who all want a larger slice of this particu-
Fingerprinting for South Africans in NZ The New Zealand Police recently informed the representatives of all the foreign countries that they will no longer be taking fingerprints for Immigration purposes. NZ Post is to take over the task and will render the service at a fee. NZ Post fingerprinting went live in Auckland last month. The NZ Police in Auckland will no longer assist with fingerprinting for Immigration purposes. As NZ Post use an electronic system this will not be of any assistance to South African National as this is not compliant with the barcoded application forms used by South Africa. To read the full letter from the High Commissioner, please go to http://www.sagoingtonz.co.nz/ fingerprinting-in-new-zealand or call 04 8158484 or email: homeaffairs.nz@gmail.com. The South African
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Wild Woman of Africa By Ria van Rooyen
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ne of the earliest memories was holidaying on Vambalan, a private game farm, and being surrounded by thirty five lions. Mala Mala, Sabi Sabi and Kruger National Park were the borders of the farm.
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On anotherin: holiday, another late afternoon SpecialiSing • Heavy menstrual bleeding and period problems drive, we came upon a herd of rhino • Fibroids • surrounding Abnormal smears and colposcopy a little calf that had just • Vaginal repairs been born. They watched; they waited; • Post delivery vaginal repairs • they Miscarriage and all early issues a sight! protected thepregnancy baby. What • General Gynaecology including smears me surgery to the core and was • This Generaltouched Gynaecological • the Infertility beginning of my love for the wildlife For appointments call Wendy 479 9016 ofallAfrica and myplease absolute needonto09paint www.gynaecologistauckland.co.nz
these beautiful creatures. The big five was my first commission by N.A.C.I. ARTS in SA, who also printed and distributed my work internationally.
Africa to paint the flora, fauna and red data protected species in each area. This was the highlight of my life and catapulted me into the international arena as an artist. And, by the way, flying around in that little plane sure cured me of my flying phobia, fortunately. Fourteen years ago my husband, Tom, and Dr Stephen Kruger MB.Bch (Wits), FRCOG, I decided to immigrate to New Zealand. FRANZCOG We arrived on the South Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (formerly where from Durban)I shared Island the about my art Northstory Shore Womens Specialist Centre and taught painting and Ground Floor, 104 Rosedale Road, drawing onAlbany, a TV series. Auckland
Mondi SA invited me to paint heritage sites for a calendar and I was flown to twelve rarely visited sites around South
I became known as the ‘wild woman of Africa’ by the children of a school where I was a guest speaker. I brought in some of my wildlife paintings and put them on display. This is where my new name began. While speaking, I painted a New Zealand scene which hangs in the principal’s office today. Sharing stories about my beloved South Africa, my heritage and my inspiration, is something I do often. I’m so grateful to have lived in South Africa and now New Zealand and thank God everyday for my calling as an artist and my passion to paint and to teach. I always say to my students, ‘if you are passionate about whatever you do, you will have the WOW factor in your work! Email: tom. ria@xtra.co.nz.
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A walk in a forester’s boots
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d Tippett’s journey as a forester in South Africa is one that begins as a naïve newly married young man who is introduced to a ‘forestry lifestyle’. Through numerous incidents he develops an ever deeper understanding of the forest, the people, and the family, but most significantly, of himself.
The theme of fire gives Tippett the opportunity to develop his skills in many aspects and brings both the elation of controlling fires but also the tragedy of the destruction of forests, assets and life. In turn, coaching and mentoring become the compelling reason for his being and the joy and results that are associated with this.
any country in its wider context and yet, is constantly kept real by the interaction at family and relationship level.
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record 851 rhinos have been killed by poachers to date this year in South Africa, leading to fears that these wild animals could be extinct in less than a
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If the current rate of killings continues to rise, wild rhinos could be extinct in South Africa by early 2020. There are only an estimated 22,000 wild rhinos left and, financially, rhino poaching has cost South Africa R1.1billion between 2008 and 2013. “We need people to be ashamed of this. The fact that the rhinos are killed is because there is a market out there. There are people coming to steal our heritage,” said a South African government official. Poachers from neighbouring countries are hunting the rhinos for their horns, which are sold to crime syndicates that operate in Asia, where the horns are believed to cure cancer, penile erection and hangovers. The World Wildlife Foundation said that it was still a fight worth fighting, even as poachers turn their attention to South Africa, after destroying animals in Kenya and Mozambique.
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Vicky Oliver reading The SA Magazine. Charmaine Davidtz. Peter Woodberg and Delia Haeufler.
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Fun filled evenings were held at the Browns Bay Bowling Club where the Social on the Shore meet on the first Friday of every month. After enjoying curry and rice, hamburger or fish and chips we enjoyed a quiz of local and international questions and answers. Thanks for everyone for their support and also to our sponsors who make it all worthwhile – Bushman’s Grill, Burger Motor Works, Pinehill Butchery, AMP360, Bernice Murray, Larry Nuttall for his ‘Ring Sting’ chilli sauce and North Shore Immigration Services.
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What’s On Diary SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL ON THE SHORE: First Friday: Browns Bay Bowling Club: 6 December and 7 February: 6pm – 10pm: Cash Bar: Prizes to be won. NEW ARRIVALS: Tuesday: 17 December and Monday, 27 January: 6-8pm: 100 Bush Road, Albany, North Shore: Contact: Vicki: 09 915 0100 for catering purposes. SANZ GOLF: Last Sunday of the month: Contact: Cedric Braby: 0274 742 264 or 09 478 9544: email cedric.braby@gmail.com. All welcome. JOSHUA COLLEGE INFORMATION EVENING: 1 December: 5-7pm: YMCA Centre, 5 Akoranga Dr, Northcote: Contact: Francois: 022 1560 761: www.joshuacollege.com. BOUNCING OFF PLANET FAMILIAR: 5 December: Titirangi Library: 6.30pm to 7.30pm: Speaker Eve Hemming: Contact: 09 839 2260: Email: titirangi.library@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz TUISNYWERHEID DAY: 7 December: 60 Redoubt Road, Manukau: 10am-4pm: Father Christmas will be there: Contact: Veronica Turner: 021 250 8509: turner7@slingshot.co.nz. Friday Night Catch-Ups: 13 December: Bailies Irish Bar and Restaurant: 6.30pm: RSVP essential: 10 January 2014: Cafe Mosaic. RSVP essential: Contact: Nicole Auret: 021 2137 379 or nicoleauret@hotmail.com
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Kia Ora, I’m coming to see you, Cuz! By Michael Rust
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fter fourteen years of collecting information about my relatives, my journey to South Africa began. My genealogical family deserved some much needed contact so I decided it was time to go back and braai with my bru’s!
I purchased the best insurance policy money could buy after packing a healthy bottle of adventure and enthusiasm into my bag. After 28 hours in the air, 3 different time zones and a slight weave from all the whiskey, I touched down at OR Thambo airport. Within a few days it was as though I’d never left. I was in the bosom of my family and was constantly teased about how I spoke and what I wore. People are very fashion conscious and one of my Joburg trendsetting cousins constantly told me off for wearing a singlet and jandals. I felt humbled hearing how proud they have always been of me and my achievements. We poured for hours over photographic albums overflowing with pictures of my family and the reminder that I had never been forgotten. Instead of being critical about the country I opened my mind and enjoyed it all. But,
honestly, I couldn’t live there. I’m a Kiwi now! I have ties to my motherland and my family will always be in my heart and I loved chatting away in my poor Afrikaans as I felt bonded to this estranged family. From day one to the sad goodbye at the end of my holiday, adventure and socializing was the name of the game – which was nonstop. My family made sure I had a stellar time sightseeing, going to game parks and enjoying slap chips soaked in salt and vinegar. I was happy as! The panoramic landscapes and spectacular sunsets held my attention and my camera captured those moments. South Africa is a land of beautiful contrasts. Too quickly my holiday was over and the time came to say goodbye but my love affair with South Africa and my South African family was not over – it has only just begun again! michael_rust@icloud.com
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