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Town Crier June 2015 / Living in peace
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Living in peace You said it From the ILA What does ‘organic’ really mean? Go green or go home Energy saving tips Movie reviews Small businesses Small cries Important numbers
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Deadline for the July 2015 issue of Irene Town Crier is 10 July 2015. Front cover photo: Lizél Swanepoel - a special mystic moment captured in Irene after the previous night’s rain.
Advertising and editorial contact: Tracey Garde 082 460 6007 info@tlgpublishing.co.za
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LIVING IN
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he cold has really set in and I find myself counting down the weeks until Spring! 21 June marks the shortest day and longest night of the year which somehow makes me feel a little better… hopefully the cold will subside soon. The recent spate of loadshedding has caught some of us by surprise. Not so much the loadshedding itself but the change in schedule which meant that we have been without power during some peak times in the evenings. The ILA do their utmost to keep us informed of loadshedding timetables and for that I am sure many of us are very grateful. Remember that not every power outage is loadshedding related so if your power does go out and you are sure it’s not during loadshedding times then contact the municipality to report it. And don’t let loadshedding get you down. Take the time to play games with your kids, read that book you never get a chance to read or light a fire and use the opportunity to catch up with your family. If you are one of our many villagers who like to crochet or knit during these colder months, why not consider making a blanket to donate towards 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day. You may not have time to complete a blanket before 18 July but when you have managed to complete one, hand it on to one of our many people working in the village who are always in need of a little extra to keep them warm. Nelson Mandela Day is not about supporting one specific cause. It’s about each of us taking 67 minutes (or more) out of our day to do something good for someone else. Whether it’s time spent volunteering at a shelter, teaching a craft to someone in need of earning a living or starting a food garden on your verge, we
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should all try to make every day a Mandela Day. Health and fitness has become a priority in most people’s lives these past few years. Our awareness of health issues coupled with the food we eat has meant a greater following in exercise and ‘cleaner’ eating. This issue, by chance, includes an article on greener living, organic eating and a letter from a reader about the fitness club at the Oval. Although the temperatures have dropped, it’s great to see so many fellow villagers still taking their daily walks and runs. I will continue counting down the weeks to the warmer weather. Although I do enjoy the beauty of winter in Irene, I look forward to the coming of spring and the promise of our blossoming village. Keep warm, ‘till next month
Tracey
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6
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What’s On 2015
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The Stall is a monthly market held at Southdowns Shopping Centre. For more information about the Irene Garden Club please contact Lucia on 083 272 5268. If you have an event that you would like to feature in What’s on please email the details to info@tlgpublishing.co.za.
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YOU SAID IT
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Irene Boot Camp I would like to tell you about the Irene Boot Camp on the Oval every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. It is run by Heather and her husband, both personal trainers at Virgin Active. I am one of those residents who walk her dog, Goofy, every day on the Oval (and YES, I pick up because I treasure the Oval). Several running and exercise classes have sprung up. These charge R70 and more per class and they take over large parts of the Oval and get irritated when anyone or any dogs walk by. Heather and her husband have cleaned up the club house and they pay Villagers, the club that keeps the Oval, a stipend. Their classes are attended by insiders and outsiders, old and young, and there is always a smile. It is a community class and in the warm summer months you will find a large crowd. Everyone is catered for. Heather charges nothing for her class but encourages you to have a HERBALIFE recovery shake afterwards and this costs R25. A really good deal. And a lovely addition to Irene Village life!
Sonia
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The opinions expressed in this readers’ column are not necessarily shared by the publisher of the Irene Town Crier. Readers’ views can be emailed to info@tlgpublishing.co.za.
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part from the inconvenience of having the power turned off for 2 hours in the day, there is always the possibility when power is connected and disconnected to the house of surges and spikes occurring. Some of you may have experienced appliances that for no reason seem to malfunction after one of these outages. This is often caused by an inrush of current into the device as the network delivers power to thousands of homes at the same time. Some insurance companies do cover surges in their policies, however some have small print that will only cover surges if: A surge arrestor has been fitted by a registered electrician; only certain surge arrestors are used. Others just exclude surges in power altogether from their policies. Bit of a minefield! Better safe than sorry. The simplest way to minimise the effect of all this is to fit a surge arrestor in the main distribution board of the house. This will ‘soak’ up the excess power and protect devices in the house from these annoying spikes. I use DEHN surge arrestors. Manufactured in Germany, they are being recognised by South African insurance companies as the device of choice to minimise the unwanted effects of electrical spikes and surges. Consider how many electronic devices you have in the house; big screen high-definition TV, dishwasher, fridges, microwave, ceramic hob, music system, etc. If you want to minimise these units being annihilated the next time we have load shedding, give me a call.
Providing there is room in the main DB board, I can fit a DEHN surge arrestor in your main DB board for as little as R1 200.
Graham Finbow Finbow Consulting Registered Electrical Contractor (and Irene Resident for nearly 20 years) 084 742 7689 Finbowconsulting@telkomsa.net
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DEAR IRENE RESIDENTS & ILA MEMBERS
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ear Irene Resident and ILA Member, Winter has arrived with gusto over the past few days and suddenly everyone is bundling up and lighting fires for warmth!
report guilty parties to Jan Swanepoel (jan. swanepoel@irene.co.za), preferably with a picture of the incident, and we will take the necessary action to claim recompense.
A slow start to the winter season has been rather pleasant with our days being sunny and warm but there’s no doubt that the cold is here. Please remember to be frugal with your power usage and to dress warmly rather than turning on under floor heating and heaters considering the power constraints in our country.
Please remember that Krige Lane is a priority pedestrian route and the hand-operated booms ensure that it stays that way. Please explain the procedure to your visitors to prevent any frustration. Please also open your window to open gate booms as swipe pads and posts are constantly being bumped by motorists who try to open the boom with their side mirror rather than by hand!
Power outages If your power is not restored after load shedding, you are encouraged to treat the situation as a power outage and report the matter by sending an sms with the word “power” to 44676 or calling 012 358 2541 / 012 358 9999. You can also report your power issue online at http://197.81.122.9/Tshwanesms/NewCall.aspz. Damage to property Deliberate damage to our gates and booms is resulting in exorbitant monthly repair bills that ultimately drain our resources and our ability to keep our village secured and in good working order. Whether road rage, negligence, tailgating, laziness or sheer vandalism this cannot continue and must be stopped. Any and all deliberate damage to the system will be reported to the police, as it is a criminal offence to do so. Please
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False alarms Please could residents that experience several false alarm activations per month investigate the problem as responding to over active alarms is becoming costly in addition to being a waste of resources. Thank you for your assistance in advance. Lost animals Though not a function of the ILA, lost or stray pets are becoming a real problem with the ILA being tasked to see to the recovery or the care of roaming animals 4 or 5 times a week - sometimes more! Even though the ILA staff go to extreme lengths to ensure the safety and recovery of lost pets, it is an arduous task that requires several residents to volunteer to keep the pets until claimed, not to mention all of the phoning, texting, emailing, feeding and driving that is included, often after hours and over weekends. A resident has suggested that we initiate a R150 donation to our beleaguered local SPCA which
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is in dire straits and are struggling to keep their doors open, for every lost and recovered pet. This will both assist the SPCA and incentivise owners to take care of their pets. We are sure that our animal lovers will support the initiative and willingly contribute in return for the service delivered. Winter warming goodies
Our sincere thanks to those who have donated goodies for the guards to keep them warm and alert overnight. The contributions are very much appreciated. Selling your home? Members are reminded that two calendar months’ notice is required to terminate their ILA membership. This may be waived if the new owner signs up during the notice period. Owners are requested to ensure that their estate agent and prospective buyers are briefed on Irene’s security scheme – they may also refer buyers to Alyson or Jan for further information. OurHood App This downloadable application is a free, secure and private digital platform for neighbourhoods. The idea is to promote more connected neighbourhoods by linking the digital and physical worlds. The app offers 8 platforms i.e. Noticeboard, What’s On, Trading Post, Local Deals, Crime, Lifestyle, Important Numbers and Civic Association.
We would like to encourage our residents to download and register on this application by either social network at www.ourhood.co.za or as an app for Android and iOS available on the app stores. This will enable us to report important issues directly in a trusted environment and share relevant information with our fellow residents. Anything from lost pets to criminal activity to power outages to special local offers could be communicated to everyone’s benefit. What you will need to provide when registering; You will have to provide your name; email address; one contact number; physical address and a selected password.
We will be sending out invitations to join this network soon so keep an eye out for a mail in this regard very soon. Until next month, bundle up, stay warm and safe! Your ILA
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hen Ros and David received their 3rd clutch of ducklings and they stayed for more than two days, we had to share them with some children! And, who better than the senior group of Little Academy who could walk this distance to our home down Arnold Road. The children were such a joy to have here and watch them, their expressions and sheer enjoyment of the Yellow Billed ducks in our one wetland. We have three. Plus the pool which is the starting point of the mother duck when she teaches her brood their first swimming lesson.
However, this is the first time she ventured out of the pool and didn’t disappear to where we knew not - this time she adventured further afield in our garden and we hope she stays now in the almost ‘natural’ wetland. The children asked sane and pertinent questions - the one they were most in awe of was “are they your ducks or are they wild” when they were told they are absolutely wild and have chosen our garden for a while in their lives. Here they are with Teachers Barbara and Sam upon leaving our home on Monday, 25 May 2015.
Ros Lindley
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WHAT DOES
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n recent years the organic food industry has enjoyed a steady increase in consumer support as people have become more aware of the food they eat. Although most organic foods in our local supermarkets are more expensive, our health has taken priority and with it, the realisation that organic foods are more beneficial. But what does ‘organic’ really mean? ‘Organic’ refers to the way agricultural products are grown and processed. Organic crops are grown in safe soil, have no modifications and must remain separate from conventional products. Synthetic pesticides, bioengineered genes, and petroleum-based fertilizers are not allowed to be used. Organic livestock must be fed organic food and allowed access to the outdoors, in living conditions that accommodate their natural behaviour. They may not be given antibiotics, growth hormones or any animal by-products but they may be vaccinated against disease. The benefits of organic foods are varied. The fact that they don’t contain preservatives means that organic food is often fresher which in turn makes it taste better. Organic farming is better for the environment as this practice reduces pollution, conserves water and reduces soil erosion. It
also uses less energy and increases soil fertility. The downside is that organic food is often more expensive because organic farming is more labour intensive and organic food for animals can cost twice as much. But can we really put a price on our health? Sometimes finding the freshest organic food involves venturing beyond your local grocery store – such as to our local organic market at Smuts House on Wednesday mornings. If the cost is a concern, consider buying fruits and vegetables that are in season as they will be the freshest and cheapest. You could also shop around - visit the local market and your grocery store to compare prices. Once you’ve mastered the art of buying organic, your family will thank you. It’s a lifestyle choice that ensures you are doing the best for your health as well as the environment. Remember that we need to make sustainable seafood choices too. There has been a huge decline in many species of fish during the past few years due to unsustainable fishing and farming practices. So when you are out doing your organic shopping, keep your seafood choices in mind too. Every little bit helps.
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GO GREEN
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here is a growing sense of hopelessness amongst the people that I talk to about environmental issues. Many seem to feel that they cannot make a difference by changing their behaviour; others prefer to deny that the issue exists and then still others prefer the blame game where they get to use the words “they” and “government” when asked what they think could and should be done to change the tide that is facing our planet. But can you imagine just how much could change if every single person did just one thing differently? Here are a few quick ideas that could help you to in some small way to be a part of the change… Community/Social ideas • Teach your children about the dangers to our rivers and birds when littering. Chewing gum and small plastic items are found in dead birdlife everywhere so their awareness and their championing the issue amongst their friends will make a difference. • If you’re on the PTA, promote a recycling and litter campaign in your child’s school. • If you’re a smoker, be aware that your cigarette butt is not biodegradable! Bedsides the fire hazard of smouldering butts thrown out of car windows, these are simply litter and do not degenerate. If you’re going to smoke while driving then have a container in your car for your waste or use your ashtray. If it’s good enough to go in your mouth then it’s good enough to go into your car ashtray. For other use, carry a recycled small tin e.g. small mint tin or glass bottle with a lid and keep your butts until you have a place to responsibly dispose of them. • Recycle your over or under sized clothing
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by donating to charity (Irene Homes is just around the corner) or simply pass it on to those working for you to distribute in their area. Children’s clothing is always in demand and I’ve never had anyone decline the offer. Recycle those good condition used puzzles, building blocks, plastic toys, stationery or books that your kids have grown out of to your local crèche or nursery school. If your own schools don’t have an outreach project, suggest that they find one and pass unwanted goods on to those schools and children less fortunate. Support a political or NGO organization that represents green issues. Be an example to your children by taking your own shopping bags to the supermarket or by carrying the few items you purchase and declining the plastic bag.
Gardening ideas • Plant a small vegetable patch and encourage your children to plant something and learn where their food comes from. • Build a worm tower with your kids. Simply bury a length of wide pvc pipe half way down in the ground with holes drilled into the sides. Food scraps are added directly to the tower instead of into your composting bin and are eaten by worms already living in the target part of your garden. • Feed wild birds and provide a water source for them in your garden. • Water sparingly by reducing the thirsty tracts of grass and planting a few indigenous, water-wise plants in your garden. • Plant a tree in your garden or give a sapling from Willow Feather Farm to your staff to plant at home.
21 Experiential • Spend time outdoors with your kids and give them an appreciation of nature. • Take them to the bridge that spans our Hennops River (accessible from Irene Dairy Farm) and let them see where their discarded litter ends up when it rains. • While there, take them to see the cows being milked. Home ideas • Avoid noxious cleaning products. When cleaning your oven prepare a paste from a mixture of Bicarbonate of Soda and water, and leave it on for a while before wiping it off or use it to remove other tough greasy residue. • If it’s your birthday or a special occasion, consider selecting a charity that you’re passionate about and ask friends to donate to them rather than buying you yet another bottle of bath salts. • Buy solar lamps to replace battery or spirit burning options when load shedding hits. Explain to your children how the sun can make energy. • When painting around the house do not dispose of thinners or turpentine down the drain as it sullies our water supply or gets into our ground water. Teach your employees the same and show them how to responsibly dispose of chemicals. • Wipe excess paint onto a piece of newspaper then clean brushes etc. in a container of turpentine. Allow the turpentine to settle over a day or two and then pour off the clear fluid at the top for reuse. Leave the small amount of dirty solvent to dry and
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perhaps add some soil to it before throwing it away. Recycle the container. According to Plascon DIY you can return left over solvent-based paint to any paint store to be returned to Plascon for disposal. Dispose of your old medication by returning it to a pharmacy and they will do it for you. Do not throw it in the bin or down the loo as it ends up poisoning our water supply one way or the other. Donate books you are unlikely to read again to the local library and donate your old magazines to your local dentist or doctors rooms. We could all do with something new to read! Dispose of your old electronic goods in the big bin outside Makro Centurion. Dispose of ALL batteries in the recycling bins available inside every Pick n Pay. Open your post next to your recycling bin so that you can immediately purge unwanted junk mail. Support a recycling effort like Easy Recycling or Open Sky or enquire at your local school to see if any recycling projects exist that need support. Shop responsibly. Only buy fish you know is sustainably sourced (85% of the worlds fish stock has either been over exploited or is exploited to its maximum! - 2010 United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation report).
Start somewhere with something small and before you know it the task will be so very much easier. Happy greening
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lease help to keep our guards warm this winter. The nights are very cold now! We would appreciate any donations of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, creamer and sugar. Knorr Cup o’ Soup, rusks and cookies will also be most welcome. Your donations may be delivered to Jan or Dawie, at the Oval. Thank you The ILA Team and EBS Management
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23 ENERGY SAVING tips this winter
ith the winter chill enveloping most parts of the country, space heating will become the second highest cost-pusher of an average household’s electricity bill. Space heating and the geyser constitute 55% of an average household’s energy usage per month, with the geyser being responsible for 39% of the electricity costs. If everyone were to switch off energy intensive appliances such as electric geysers and pool pumps during high electricity usage times between 17:00 and 21:00, this could save up to 2 940 MW, and avoid the implementation of load shedding. This is enough to free up five units of a six-pack power station and power three cities the size of Durban, Port Elizabeth and Bloemfontein. Over the past three days, Eskom has had to implement load shedding mainly due a sharp increase in electricity demand in the evenings. On Monday (8 June), electricity demand reached a high of 35 274MW from an average demand of 33 000MW. Customers can help minimise the risk of load shedding, and also keep tabs on their electricity bill this winter by following some of these energy saving tips: • Use electric heaters that are controlled by thermostats • Electric blankets are the cheapest way of warming the bed but don’t keep them on throughout the night. Turn your electric blanket on for an hour or two just before bedtime to heat it up and switch it off • Only heat rooms that you and your family are going to use • Insulate ceilings and make sure that there are no gaps that let cold air into your house to improve the efficiency of your heater. Other ways of reducing electricity demand include: • Never leaving appliances such as TVs,
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computers and entertainment systems on standby mode. Remaining on standby mode, these appliances still use up to 15% of the electricity that they would normally use Switching off lights in unoccupied rooms and replacing incandescent light bulbs with energy saving compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) or light emitting diodes (LEDs) Taking a shower instead of taking a bath (a shower uses a lot less water than a bath) - also consider installing an energy- and water-efficient shower head. Also, remember to unplug cell phone chargers and other chargers when your device is fully charged. Cover your pool and reduce you pool pump filtering to one cycle per day during winter
• If every household makes some minor changes, we can lower our collective electricity use by 10%. This means that we will reduce our monthly energy costs, reduce the demand on the national grid while at the same time doing our bit to save the planet.
For more tips and information on energy efficiency, please visit www.eskom.co.za/idm
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MOVIE Reviews
CINDERELLA
Director: Starring: Genre:
Kenneth Branagh Lily James, Cate Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter Fantasy, Drama
Cinderella is a Disney Princess that every person either remembers or has, at least, heard of. So imagine my delight when I found out that Cinderella was coming to the big screen in a liveaction remake of the classic. If I had to describe this film in a single word it would be: beautiful. The plot mirrors the animated movie, but still contains one or two new additions. The actors were so brilliantly suited to their parts and this, coupled with the extravagant sets and stunning costumes, made for a magical experience. If you are looking for a “never-seen-before” version, then I suggest you give this one a skip, but if you are looking to see your Disney Princess come to life then what are you waiting for? Get a ticket and see this film! Lily James (who plays Cinderella) was everything, and more, that I was hoping to see. It was truly a viewing experience. Fun Fact: A total of 10, 000 Swarovski crystals were one-by-one placed on the blue dress.
PITCH PERFECT 2
Director: Starring: Genre:
Elizabeth Banks Rebel Wilson, Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow Comedy, Music
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Pitch Perfect was an amazing film that actually created a cult-like following. So as you can imagine, the bar was set pretty high for Pitch Perfect 2 and let me just say, not only was the bar met, but it was exceeded. I thoroughly enjoyed Pitch Perfect 2, all the main characters from the first film are included in this film, but in a manner that doesn’t have you asking why there are students who have been at College for eight years when their degree is four years long! The songs were done brilliantly and the addition of Fula Borg and Birgitte Hjort Sorensen brought the film to a new level of acapella. I found myself (and the fully booked theatre) laughing in almost every scene. The film involves the Barden Belles getting suspended as the acapella representatives for their school. In order to win back their title and get reinstated they set out to win the world championships of acapella. Whilst this is taking place a lot of the girls have to figure out what they want to do with their lives as well as what the next step is. It is just an all-around excellent film that is aca-mazing and should definitely be seen. Fun Fact: The filmed earned $70 million in its domestic opening weekend, more than the $65 million Pitch Perfect (2012) earned during its entire domestic theatrical run. The only other sequel to have out-earned the original in the first weekend was Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999).
THE AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON
Director: Starring: Genre:
Joss Whedon Robert Downy Jnr., Chris Evans, James Spader Action, Adventure, Sci-fi
I must say, I am really enjoying the sudden influx
in superhero movies. The Avengers: Age of Ultron was a really great film that added to that enjoyment. James Spader is a brilliant actor, even though he voiced the villain in the film (Ultron) he did it so well that, as an audience member, you felt compassion for him; you laughed at his jokes and didn’t hate him as easily as you thought you could. When Tony Stark (Downy Jnr.) reactivates an old program but uses a new method to do so, he creates his own version of Frankenstein - a robot who not only has artificial intelligence, but appears to contain genuine emotions and a hatred for humanity. Ultron is disturbing and unstoppable, thus it is up to the Avengers to, once again, save the day. This sequel also introduces new characters as well as many plot twists that you don’t see coming. The actors, once again, put on a great performance and what I particularly enjoyed was the fact that our own little Johannesburg was featured in the film. It was very exciting to see our blue skies and our “GP” number plates make a star appearance. If you enjoyed any of the past superhero movies then you will definitely want to catch The Avengers: Age of Ultron. Fun Fact: The trailer was viewed 34 million times on YouTube in the first 24 hours after it was released. This broke the record that was previously held by Iron Man 3 (2013.)
The DUFF
Director: Starring: Genre:
Ari Sandel Mae Whitman, Robbie Amell, Ken Jeong Comedy
For all of those (like I was) unaware of what a DUFF is, it is the Designated Ugly Fat Friend! The DUFF centres around Bianca Piper: she is pretty - but dresses like a homeless lumberjack - and incredibly smart. Bianca is a great person but this is overlooked, a lot, due to the fact that her best friends are exceptionally beautiful. This doesn’t bother Bianca until at a party one night her next-door-neighbour (Wesley) explains to Bianca that she’s the DUFF. Initially Bianca denies this, but as soon as her eyes are opened to
25 DUFF-dom she sees how she is treated. Thus she turns to Wesley so that he can de-DUFF her and help her get the guy of her dreams who, of course, is a sensitive musician. As you can see the film is a dash predictable, but I counter that statement with another statement: maybe it’s not predictable but more relatable? Okay most of us do not have our dream person living next door but I’m talking about feeling average. The DUFF causes you to constantly admit (only in your head- never out-loud) “I am a DUFF”. That is the beauty of this film! It deals with crushes, makeovers, bullies, friendship and romance. Also, it is very funny and you can’t help but feel connected to Bianca in the same way that every woman does to Bridget Jones, because let’s face it, everybody is a DUFF to somebody. Fun Fact: The screenplay for this film was featured in 2011 Blacklist; a list of the “most liked” unmade scripts of the year.
Courtney Tink, is 20 years old and a third year BA English Studies student at TUKs. ”I love movies, I feel like there’s a movie for every feeling. My favourite genres are comedy and romance, my least favourite genres are thrillers and horrors. I can sit through almost any movie and I have an embarrassingly large DVD collection as well as the Ster-Kinekor app on my phone. I hope you enjoy my reviews, all of them are based on movies currently showing at Irene Mall (Ster-Kinekor).”
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SMALL
Businesses
For advertising in the small business section please email info@tlgpublishing.co.za. Ann Campbell (ARAD – Teach Dip) School of Dance: offering Pilates and Body Conditioning, Ballet – especially for the younger child at home studio and Irene Homes Hall, Ballroom and Latin American – social group classes, private lessons and wedding dances. Phone Ann 012 667 5187 / 083 316 7842 or email ann@netcampbell.com. LP Gas: Cannisters delivered to your home. 9kg, 19kg, 48kg. Phone Colin 082 856 5335 e-mail orders colin.cns@gmail.com. Irene School of T’ai Chi Ch’uan: Holistic Internal Martial Art incorporating deep breathing, slow rythmic movement bringing balance and harmony, peace and tranquillity. Self defence martial applications. Often described as a moving meditation. Please Contact Ainslie at 012 667 2262 or 082 568 0467. Security/Steelwork: Welding and repair work of steel fencing, burglar bars, security gates and motorised gates and intercom systems. Guaranteed professional work. Phone Koos Sutherland 082 374 7164. Extra Maths classes for Gr 8 to 12 in Irene (English or Afrikaans). Available from 16h00 to 18h00 weekdays. Fees payable per class or month. Contact Sigrid van der Walt (B.Sc (Hons) Mathematics) at 082 253 5079. Education products: For good quality, reasonably priced educational toys, books, posters. wooden products, fantasy furniture, music instruments, stationary and arts and crafts from Grow, Unique kids, Smile and other education ranges please contact
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Mandy 083 256 7949 or email mandy.mundell@turacokids.co.za. Certified Body Talk Practioner: Body Talk is a natural health care system, which is designed to work with, and support, your body’s own natural ability to heal itself. Contact Eleanor 082 812 7606, www.bodytalkhealth.co.za or email eleanor@live.co.za. Paving: I am John Banda and I do very good paving. I have learnt my skills from a paving company so I can do all kinds of patterns. Now I am working on my own. I have done paving in Irene so I have good references.Please call me at 078 039 5197. Do you feel tired, unhealthy? Then try the world’s highest ranked dietary supplement, guaranteed to increase your health naturally or your money back! Do you want to look younger? Ask for your free anti-ageing product demonstration and experience great results immediately! Contact Werner or Janet for more information at wired@live.co.za or call us at 071 450 9136. Writing services: also includes editing, proofreading, translation or English tutoring. Contact Anrica Mills at 084 800 0660 or email pendragon@dfx.co.za. For bee removal contact Anton 073 527 9666. Professional organiser: I will assist you with organising your home. Let me help you declutter and take your unwanted items to charities. I can also project manage a renovation then clean up and pack the house back for you to move back
27 into. References available. Contact Coleen 072 618 3180 or 012 665 0716.
or e-mail jolanda-artstudio@mweb.co.za.
Conquer English: Personal English Tuition from TEFL/TESOL qualiďŹ ed teacher - Foundation to Advanced levels; IELTS exam preparation; Improve your grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening skills; Individual or small group tuition; Secondary school and adults; Business English. Flexible times to suit your needs. We travel to you if required. For more information contact Marion +27 82 805 2798.
Stone walls, brickwork and paving: I have worked in Irene for 28 years and am an expert in building stone walls, and laying both brick and slate paving. I also do brickwork and plastering. I can handle the entire job, from advising on material purchases to building rubble removal. Please call me, Bethuel Manyama, on 084 457 8682 or 071 497 4008 for a quotation and the names of people for whom I have done work.
Pottery Classes: Centurion: Beginners to advanced, all ages. Ample space, 12 wheels, wide variety of glazes and safe parking (TSC grounds). Contact Jolanda Nel at 082 474 0026
Sprigs & Sprays: If you need a bowl of owers for a dinner party or are celebrating a small occasion, Daphne would love to assist. Call Daphne 083 675 7310.
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ALTERATIONS DRY CLEANERS
082 788 5686 • branaduza@gmail.com Est 1995
Willow Way Centre (Lynnwood road) Irene Village Centre (Cnr. Nelmapius & Main) Irene
OUR SERVICES:
All kinds of alterations • Tailoring • Dry clean & laundry Carpets • Curtains • Duvet & blankets
WE COLLECT & DELIVER!
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cars. Make: Mercedes-Benz. For sale by Owner. Model A-Class. Hatchback. 2008. 103 000 kms. Automatic. Petrol. Silver. Make: VW. For sale by Owner. Amarok. Trendline Double Cab. 2012. 73 000 kms. Manual. Diesel. Grey. Please call Ian: 072 203 5760 or email: pietersij@gmail.com. Stunning Maggie Sottero Venecia strapless A-line bridal gown with corset closure, diamond white, made from silk taffetta and features french bustle for sale. The ruched bordeaux taffetta bodice flows into swirling pleated ruffles creating sensational depth in the gorgeously long train, which is sure to make a dramatic statement as you walk down the aisle. I have added diamante detail on the hip and on the back bottom of the corset. There is a button in the back so the train can be hooked up for the reception and dancing. It comes with an optional shoulder strap, which is gathered and adds drama to the sweetheart neckline. I chose this gown because it is unique and I wanted something different that they hadn’t seen before. Google Maggie Sottero Venecia to view more pictures of this unique gown. The gown has been worn once and professionally dry cleaned. Please contact Joanna 082 493 1777. Cottage furniture for sale: various small tables, casual chairs, wicker chairs, dresser, sideboard, dining room table and chairs. Prices between R200 and R850 per item. Please call Mandy on 071 885 0171. Defy Dishwasher for sale. Almost new Defy Dishwasher. Hardly used. In very good condition. R2 200 onco. Call Mandy on 071 885 0171. Gardeners Wasna (061 386 5827) is looking for work on weekdays as his previous employers have moved out of Irene. He is reliable, can work independently and can also do swimming pool maintenance. Reference Barbara 082 552 1266. My Trombone player in my Youth orchestra, Michael Matladi studying at TUKS music on a bursary, needs to do gardening on a Saturday morning to earn money to pay travelling costs from home to University every day. His number is 079 224 3517. Reference Hester Udal 082 456 5312.
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
EBS 012 667 6337 / 071 576 5904 EBS Irene Manager (Dawie): 071 476 4110 ILA members without alarms should phone the EBS 24hr Control Room for assistance. 24hrs Control Room:
ILA Jan Swanepoel 083 607 6600 e-mail: jan.swanepoel@irene.co.za
Irene Village Manager
ILA Administration 071Â 657 9547 (Alyson): 072 714 3740 Fax: 086 776 7452 e-mail: ilamanager@irene.co.za e-mail: accounts@irene.co.za
Accounts (Veronica):
Street Lights
e-mail: streetlights@tshwane.gov.za tel: 012 358 9999
Tshwane Metro Emergency Services Power Failures: Water Supply: Ambulance/Fire: Metro Police:
012 358 2541 012 358 2111 10177 10111
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