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UMVOTI HAS NEW MAYOR! THERE were loud shouts of joy as Councillor Thami Clive Ngubane was unanimously elected as Umvoti Mayor at the special statutory Council meeting held last Friday. The Mayor was appointed as a PR Councillor by the ANC last year and is obviously a popular choice with the community. Councillor E.S. Shange, who is an NFP PR Councillor was also unanimously elected deputy Mayor. Both the Mayor and deputy Mayor will be full time with offices at the Municipality which will enable them to be available for consultations with all members of the Umvoti community. Prior to the election the Administrator announced that the settlement agreement had been signed by the four parties,
ANC, IFP, NFP and DA as a result of which the outstanding court cases would no longer take place. This also resulted in Umvoti’s first Mayor since 2012 being elected – positive move for the future growth and development of Umvoti. In November last year, IFP Councillor M.S.Yengwa was appointed Speaker but as a result of an ANC walk out no further elections, including that of the Executive Committee could take place. At Friday’s meeting the four member Executive Committee was elected prior to the Mayoral election – members are the Mayor and deputy Mayor and past Mayor Petros Ngubane of the IFP and Councillor R.Maharaj of the IFP. Mayor Ngubane congratulates deputy Mayor Shange
were injured - some seriously. Kranskop Station Commander Colonel Caroline Minnaar with her team told the Greytown Gazette that the driver had tried to prevent the vehicle leaving the road when it is alleged the brakes failed, on a steep gradient on the road between Ntunjambili and Ewosi.
He tried to halt the vehicle using the railings but was unable to control the vehicle which fell about 25metres into a gorge. Colonel Minnaar said that the passengers were scattered around on the ground. She said the response from the community had been im-
UMVOTI Municipality has been ordered to pay the costs by Judge Whitcher in his judgement in the Labour Court Durban on 19th February. The costs relate to the case brought by Umvoti Municipality, S.A Mdledle and third respondent Bongani Xulu against applicants Sakkie Archer and Martin Swanlow of Umvoti Municipality. The judgement ordered that the disciplinary proceedings against the applicants be interdicted until such time as the Municipality passed a resolution complying with the various regulations of the Local Government Systems Act 32 of 2000 which relates to the disciplinary processes to be followed when senior Managers are charged. Any allegations of misconduct against any senior manager has to be brought to the attention of Council not later than 7 days after the allegation has been made. Within a time period of 30 days a report has to be submitted by the investigator. A labour Court spokesman said that the allegations had been made last August so that the time constraints had not been adhered to. - Media24
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One killed, 15 injured in horror crash TRAGEDY struck fifteen members of the Department of Correctional Services in New Hanover who were on their way to a sports event in Eshowe when the vehicle they were travelling in overturned last Wednesday. Sister Ngubane, a nurse with the Department, died in the accident and the other passengers
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pressive as they loaded the injured onto bakkies to transport them to Ntunjambili Hospital and doctors from the hospital had come to the accident scene to assist. ER24 paramedics from Pietermaritzburg later transported the injured to hospitals in Pietemraitzburg.
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Women’s World Day of Prayer Preparations have reached an advanced stage for the World Women Day of Prayer for Greytown. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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February.Minimum 9.8 on 2nd February and 10.5 on 16th February. According to Umzinyathi Distriuct Municipality spokesperson the 20mls or so of rain over the past week has not done anything to increase the level of Lake Merthley which is still standing at about 40% All water consumers are reminded that the a restriction of 15 000 litres per household per
search Department stats last year 64.2 was recorded –the highest February rainfall was 2008/9 with 191.1 recorded. The 41 year mean average –100.96. Temperatures during the month were still high – a scorching 36.8 on 10th February; 34.9 on the 19th; GENTS WHO FIX THE DENTS and 33.3 on 13th 42 Okes Street, Greytown
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IN Greytown, as in many centres throughout the world, the Women’s World Day of Prayer (WWDP) will be observed on Friday, 6 March at St Theodore's Catholic Church, Durban Street at 5.15pm. This day is a global ecumenical movement which brings together people of different races, cultures and religions in fellowship and understanding. Each year, the service is written by one of the 160 countries participating each
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An accident waiting to happen! A site where accidents are likely to happen due to lack of sign warning motorists of road works ahead. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY ADVERT FOR WARD COMMITTEES
Notice is hereby given in terms of section 73 of the Municipal Structures Act No. 117 of 1998 that vacancies for Ward Committee members exist in Ward 10 and the election date is as follows:
THIS was the scene in Durban Street on Sunday morning – the road blocked and not a warning sign in sight. The motorist who took this photograph said that two pantechnicons (with no lead vehicles) came from the
Muden approach into Durban Street – the motorist flashed lights non-stop and the first vehicle managed to slam on the brakes with much swaying. On checking no warning signs were found above, on the Muden approach or
below the digging! The bakkie seen in the picture has an NKR registration but no identification. The personnel standing alongside made no attempt to warn oncoming vehicles. Maybe because it was a Sunday miraculously no-one
Date: 26th February 2015 Venue: Enhlalakahle New Hall Time: 15h00
was injured and no vehicle was damaged and the photographer told the Greytown Gazette that he is still trying to work out how the pantechnicons managed to brake in time and get past safely as maneuvering pace was minimal!
Please be informed that election of ward committees will take place in the wards as per the under-mentioned schedule:Members of the Community are invited to attend the meetings as per their wards. Main Requirements for the Election of a Ward Committee Member is as follows:1. A person must be a registered voter in the ward. 2. Be in possession of a Green Bar Coded Identity Document (please bring along the ID Document on the election day) All related enquiries may be directed to the Manager Committee Administration, Ms P.L.C. Robson on 033 413 9109 during office hours.
Protesters close Muden Road ONCE again road users have been put at risk as since last week protesters have closed the Muden,Weenen and Escourt roads. At the core of the protests is the lack of delivery of electricity and water and the purchase of the Hillerman farm by Government which has been ongoing for the past years. Consequently, according to a spokesman for the protesters, the community has demonstrated and submitted memorandums of grievances, barricaded the road between Muden and Greytown many times demanding to the Government to utilise the Expropriation Act as a matter of urgency. Two leaders of the community appeared in Greytown Magistrate’s Court on 17th February relating to charges of threatening the farm manager of
Hillerman farm -the case was remanded to Friday 6th March. In January last year a High Court interdict was granted to restrain Muden community members from actions and movement on Lot 194 and surrounds –the respondents were Jeffrey Ngobese, Lungisana Ndlovu, Hillerman and Zimbambeleni community member. The applicants being Lot 194 Marina Beach and farm manager, Martin Platt. Community members state that the situation has been compounded as community ward meetings which in terms of Operation Sukama Sakhe are supposed to be held four times a month have not been with only one meeting having taken place. Department and municipality representatives make excuses not to attend. The next meeting is due to be held on Thursday 5th
March at Mount Ernestina at 10 a.m. and in view of the situation in the area it is hoped that all involved will attend. In the meantime as the Muden road, Weenen road and Estcourt roads are blockaded and damaged, tensions remain high as schoolchildren and educators struggle to get to respective their schools; employees take whatever route they can to get to their places of work often taking several hours to get from Muden to Greytown. Taxi owners are losing fares and in general the economy of the area is suffering. This situation has been ongoing for the past twenty years – considerable damage occurs, there is the loss of income and the downturn of the economy and the negative impact on all the residents. Is it not way over time
The purpose of formation of these committees is to strengthen community participation and directly give residents a platform to express their views in respect to ward developmental issues and to address citizens’ concerns.
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Community members are invited to attend election meetings in their respective wards. MR B.A. XULU PO Box 71 Notice No. 2045 MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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Tholinhlanhla topics ON the 20th and 21st of February Tholinhlanhla athletes participated in the CMC level competition which was held in King Edward Park. The following learners qualified to participate in the Distric level to be held in Dundee on Friday 27 February. UNDER 12 Mzila Thandiswa - 1200m position 1 Dlamini Andiswa 100m - position 2 and 150m - position 1 UNDER 11 Khumalo Nolwazi - 80m position and 100m - position
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What a dump! WHAT A DUMP! The Municipality's waste dump has never been one of the healthiest areas in the town. The recent rain created a stagnant pool of water surrounded by moist rotting plastic bags of rubbish generating an all pervading smell! When this photograph was taken by the Greytown Gazette not one of the workers at the dump had any sort of protective clothing - uniforms, gloves or masks! This dump has never been on of the heathiest areas in Greytowan. PHOTO: GREYTOWN GAZETTE
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Indlovana Primary School news INDLOVANA athletes did well in the athletics meeting on 20th February held at the Greytown Junior School sportsfield. Winners were: Mabilongwe Xaba: girls u/12 1200m:1st Xola Mhlongo: boys u/12 1200m:3rd Ntandoyekosi Ngcobo: girls u/10 1200m:3rd Snezelo Sibisi: high jump:2nd Nosihle Mthembu: long jump girls u/10:1st Nondumiso Ndawonde: long jump girls u/10 Amanda Zondi: girls u/12: 100m:1st Siyanda Xaba:boys u/13 100m 1st; Kwanele Zondi: boys u/15:1500m:3rd Sipho Dlamini: boys u/15:800m:4th Convenor Mr B.Zondi said the school wished the athletes taking part in the meeting at Dundee on 28th February lots of luck.
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UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY INDIGENT REGISTRATION AND PENSIONERS REBATE: FINANCIAL YEAR 2015/2016 UKUBHALISWA KWEZAPHULELO ZONYAKA MALI KA 2015/2016 In terms of Section 74 of the Local Government Municipal Systems Act, act No. 32 of 2000 read together with the Draft Indigent Policy of Umvoti Municipality notice is hereby given in that Umvoti Municipality calls for residents, who qualify, to register as Indigent for the 2015/2016 Financial Year. Umasipala waseMvoti ngokugunyazwa isigaba 74 soMthetho olawula ukuphathwa kukaMasipala ongunombolo 32 wonyaka ka 2000, ufundwa kanye nenqubomgomo ehlongozwayo yezaphulelo kaMasipala wase Mvoti, umema zonke izakhamuzi ezilungele ukuthola izaphulelo ukuba zibhalisele izaphulelo zonyaka mali ka 2015/2016. INDIGENT APPLICATION Residents must meet the following criteria in order to apply for Indigent Support: 1. There must be a combined household income of twice the Government Social Pension or less per month. 2. Applicant must be a member of a domestic household who is responsible for the payment of the services and is receiving services from Umvoti Municipality 3. Must not own more than one (1) property 4. The applicant must reside permanently on property Izakhamuzi kumele zihlangabezane nalemgomo elandelayo ukuze zikwazi ukufaka izicelo 1. Imali engenayo ekhaya kumele ibe yinani eliphindwe kabili lesibonelelo sikahulumeni noma ngaphansi njalo ngenyanga. 2. Umfaki sicelo makube umnikazi wendlu okhokhela zonke izidingo akazithola kuMaspala waseMvoti. 3. Umfaki wesicelo kumele engabi nayo indlu engaphezulu kweyodwa 4. Umfaki wesicelo kufanele ehlale ngokugcwele kuleso sakhiwo Documentation required when applying; 1. Original ID Document accompanied by a certified copy of said ID document 2. Latest Municipal Services Account, should you be receiving a separate electricity and rates account you are required to produce both accounts when applying. 3. Latest original wage \ salary advice (if employed) 4. You will be required to sign an affidavit if unemployed as well as an affidavit stating all dependents residing on the property (this will be done at the Municipal Offices upon application) once signed you will be required to have said affidavit commissioned by a Commissioner of Oaths. 5. Proof of Pension (all types) or SASSA letter indicating amount and grant/pension type 6. Full Names, ID Numbers, Employment status and Income amount (where applicable) of all dependents residing on property (ref point 4 above). Ama-Documents afunekayo uma ufaka isicelo 1. Ipasi noma i- ID yomuntu engu-ngqo iphelezelwa yikhophi esethifayiwe. 2. Isitatimende sama services noma sezidingo ozikhokhelayo zika Masipala sokugcina, uma unama - account ahlukene kagesi nama - rates, kumele uwalethe womabili uma ufaka isicelo. 3. 1-payslip yokugcina uma usebenza 4. Kuzodingeka ukuba ugcwalise i- Declaration uma ungasebenzi futhi uchaze ukuthi uhlala nobani kulelokhaya. (Lokho kuyokwenziwa emahhovisi kaMasipala ngesikhathi uzofaka isicelo). 5. Ubufakazi bempesheni noma incwadi yakwa SASSA echaza ukuthi uhola hlobo luni Iwempesheni. 6. Amagama agcwele, yinombolo ze- ID kanye nesimo skaho sokusebenza esihlanganisa nesamba semali (uma kudingeka) sabo bonke abangama dependents abahlala kulelokhaya. Applicants are to take note of the following IMPORTANT information; • Each application will be evaluated and verified thereafter a verified list will be published in the local newspaper calling for objections and comments, a fixed period for objections and comments will be allowed prior to publishing the final Council approved list • Applicants not approved will be notified in writing • Any false information supplied will be seen as a criminal offense and Council reserves the right to take action, including legal action, against anyone supplying false or incorrect information • The Municipality shall at any time during the registration process send a duly authorised agent to the premises of the applicant applying for indigent to conduct an on-site audit of information received on the Indigent application form . • All previous applicants are requested to re-apply • Any persons who cannot make it to any of the application venues are requested to send a duly authorised person\s in their absence with all the required documentation including an affidavit stating that said person is authorised to act on the applicants behalf. • In the event that you are receiving two accounts (Electricity and Rate) failure to produce an account will result in your application being made on the account produced during the application process • Indigent Benefits will include Rates Relief \ Burial Support and Electricity relief. Abafaki bezicelo bayacelwa ukuthi baqikelele lokhu okulandelayo; • Zonke izicelo zizocutshungulwa ziphinde zibhekisiswe, ngemva kwalokho uhlu Iwezicelo luyoshicilelwa kwiphephandaba lendawo licela imibono kanye nabaphikisa isicelo ngasinye.
Isikhathi semibono siyovumeleka ngaphambi kokuba uMkhandlu ushicilele uhlu lokugcina Iwezicelo eziphumelele ephephandabeni. • Abafaki bezicelo ezingaphumelelanga bayokwazisa ngokuthi bebhalelwe izincwadi. • Noma ngabe yiluphi ulwazi oluyolethwa ngumfaki wesicelo olungesilo iqiniso, luyothathwa njengobugebengu, futhi uMasipala uyoba nelungelo lokuthathela izinyathelo loyo oyoletha lokhu okungamanga noma okungesilo iqiniso. • Ukuvela ohlwini Iwezaphulelo zikaMasipala kulele kumfaki sicelo ngamunye. • UMasipala kumele noma yinini ngesikhathi sokubhalisa uthumele umuntu ogunyaziwe kulesosakhiwo noma ekhaya lomfaki sicelo sezaphulelo ukuba enze ucwaningo aphinde ebhekisise lonke ulwazi obelufakwe kwi-fomu yesicelo. • Bonke ababefake izicelo ngaphambilini, bayacelwa ukuthi bephinde bezifake futhi. • Labo abangeke bakwazi ukuziyela bona mathupha lapho okuyobe kufakwa khona izicelo, bayacelwa ukuthi bethumele abantu abagunyaziwe ukuba bebafakele izicelo bephethe konke okudingekayo. Loyo muntu oyobe ethunyiwe kuyacelakala ukuthi aphathe incwadi efungelwe echazayo ukuthi uvumelekile ukumela Umfaki wesicelo loyo oyobe emthumile. • Imihlumuloyezaphuleloiyobeinalokhuokulandelayo: Isaphulelo sarna Rates, Ukuxhaswa nokwaphulelwa uma uzongcwaba kanye nesaphulelo kugesi. PENSIONERS REBATE Any pensioner receiving a pension between R2800,OO and R6000.00 are invited to apply for a pensioners rebate as follows; Noma ngabe ngubani othola imali yempesheni ephakathi kuka R2800,OO no R6000,OO uyamenywa ukuba afake isicelo sokwaphulelwa. Pensioners must meet the following criteria when applying • Combine household income must be between R2800.00 and R6000.00 • Must be the Registered Owner of the Property • The Value of the Property must be R650 000.00 or less • Must not own more than one (1) property IZAKHAMUZI KUMELE ZIHLANGABEZANE NALEMGOMO ELANDELAYO UKUZE ZIKWAZI UKUFAKA IZICELO, • Imali engenayo ekhaya kumele ibe phakathi kuka R2800 no R6000 isiyonke noma ngaphansi. • Kumele kube wumuntu onobunikazi bomuzi • Inani lobunini bomuzi kumele libe izi-R650 000 noma ngaphansi. • Umnini womuzi kumele angabi nomuzi ongaphezulu kowodwa. Documentation Required When Applying • Original 10 document together with a certified copy • Latest Municipal services account • Latest original Proof of Pension • Affidavit of all dependents residing at the premises starting with their full names, 10 number, the place of employment and income where applicable. OKUDINGEKAYO UKUZE UBHALISE • Ikhophi kamazisi wakho esethifayiwe. • I-akhawunti yamasevisi kaMaspala yama Rates, ugesi njll. • Irisidi lakho noma ubufakazi bokuthi uhola impesheni. • Amagama aphelele nezinombolo zomazisi zabo bonke ohlala nabo kanye ezindawo abasebenza kuzo nemali abayiholayo okufakaziswe emaphoyiseni. • Ubufakazi uma ungasebenzi. Registration opens on the 02nd March until 20th March 2015 (Mondays to Fridays) at the following areas; • Corporate Services Department 41 Bell Street Grey town • Enhlalakahle Community New Hall • Kranskop Municipal Office REGISTRATION TIMES 08HOO -16HOO CLOSED FROM 13HOO TO 14HOO Ukubhalisa kuqala kusukela kumhlaka 02 Mashi 2015 kuze kube umhlaka 20 Mashi 2015 (ngeMsombuluko kuze kube oLwesihlanu) kusukela ngo 08hOO kuze kube ngu 16hOO. ENQUIRIES Should you be experiencing any problems during the application process or have any queries these can be directed to Miss Kajal Maharaj on 0334139101 or 41 Bell Street Grey town or via email on kmaharaj@ umvoti.gov.za during office hours 08hOO to 16hOO Monday to Fridays. Imibuzo mayelana naloluhlelo ingahanjiswa eHhovisi lika Manager Corporate Services noma Ie Menenja kaMaspala. iqondiswe ku Miss Kajal Maharaj kulenombolo ethi 033-413 9101 noma uzifikele mathupha ku 41 Bell Street Grey town or noma uthumele umlayezo wakho nge email kulelikheli kmaharaj@umvoti.gov.za ngezikhathi zokusebenza kusukela ngo 08hOO kuya ku 16hOO ngoMsombuluko kuya kuLwesihlanu. CLOSING DATE OF REGISTRATION Take note last day of Registration is 20th March 2015 the registration process has been extended and therefore under no circumstances will late applications will be accepted further notice apart from this advert will be provided to all residents in their utility account. Sicela u ikelele ukuthi usuku lokugcina lokubhalisa ngumhlaka 20th kuNdasa 2014, izicelo eziyoyhunyelwa, emva kwesikhathi ngeke zamukeleke MR B.A. XULU PO Box 71 MUNICIPAL MANAGER GREYTOWN 3250 033 413 9100 Notice No. 2043
Greytown Gazette
25 February2015
Simply models update A REMINDER that the photographic competition, The Face of Valentine competition is closing on the 25th please enter, entry fee is R50.. A Model & Togs workshop is planned for models and photographers to learn a bit more about posing guides and how to master the perfect pose. Photographers and models can use photos for their portfolios. This will be on 21 March only lmited space so book as soon as possible. One of the photographers will be chosen as Simply Models official photographer for 2015.
Amateur and professional photographers and any models are welcome to register. Rustic Beauty Fashion show will be held on 27 March come and meet our two Miss Jnr SA finalist Deante Swart and Alzanne Barnard and wish them luck for the finals taking place in April at the ACPP Hall in Pretoria. We will have some interesting talks and the models display their talents. Tickets are R100 per person and each guest will receive a gift. Tickets available from all models and parents to book - contact Luzanne Barnard on 083 280 9847.
Shadow Column THE Greytown Gazette publishes a monthly Shadow Column at the end of each month to list events to come throughout the year. The main objective is to notify the public of what events are scheduled to take place, or about to, to avoid as far as possible, ‘double dating’ - that is two events on the same day which could create problems not only for the organisers, but also for the public. An appeal therefore goes out to all Churches, NGOs, sports bodies, clubs etc. to submit dates and event details to the Greytown Gazette for publication as soon as possible. From now until the end of the year there are so many events social, sporting, prizegivings etc, so please notify either verbally or electronically in time for the next Shadow column. FEBRUARY 28: CANSA Shavathon MASCOR 28tS plitting Image of Elvis at GCC MARCH 5: Full moon boogy:Tranquili-tea 6: International Women’s Day of Prayer 18: Summer hockey league final
21: Human Rights Day APRIL 3: Good Friday 6: Family Day 27: Freedom Day MAY: 1: Workers day 5: Full Moon boogy 9: Spar hockey hosted by Hermannsburg 15: Juanita du Plessis at GCC 31: Pleneggy ladies golf invitation day JUNE 6: Full Moon boogy 16: Youth Day JULY 2: Full moon boogy 31: Blue Moon AUGUST 9: National Women’s Day 10: Public holiday 28: NGK Bazaar 29: Wembley golf day SEPTEMBER 3: Ladies open golf tournament. 11/12th: Wembley founders day and duck derby 24:Heritage day
February birth flower FEBRUARY Birth Flower is the Violet. tradition. It is believed that birthday celebrations originated in the Roman Empire and the origins of birth month flowers, such as the Violet, could be said to date back to these times. During Roman birthday celebrations family and friends offered congratulations and brought gifts. The gifts included the birth stone such as the Amethyst, and also flowers - the first traditions and origins of the February Birth Flower. The language of flowers developed during the highly conservative period of the Victorian era. The Victorians were strongly restricted by rules of etiquette when it was considered totally inappropriate to express feelings of love or affection. The “Language of Flowers” therefore evolved when a message was assigned to specific flower such as the Violet. A lover could then send flowers which conveyed a hidden romantic meaning… the Violet symbolizes faithfulness, humility, and chastity But there also was hidden message depending on the color: Color Violet - I’ll always be true Color White / Cream - let’s take a chance
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KZN municipalities...back to basics KZN Premier Senzo Mchunu, with MEC for Cooperative Government and Traditional Affairs Nomusa Dube-Ncube, last week launched a wide-ranging Back to Basics programme, aimed at rekindling the spirit of effective service delivery, efficient administration and clean governance in KZN’s 61 municipalities. Premier Mchunu called on councillors to focus on improving the lives of the people. “People are looking to us to make their lives better than when they were before each of us was elected into office. They are no longer looking for general statements around delivery of services, but for specifics, which are well articulated with clear timelines and expected level of quality,” said Premier Mchunu.
That is what back to basics mean. MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube, articulated the responsibility of local government in improving the lives of the people. “Too much has gone wrong with our municipalities: service delivery protests, interruptions in the delivery of water and electricity, political infighting, a sense of indifference and neglect,” said Dube-Ncube.
“It is clear that somewhere along the way, we have lost the drive to do things as we should.” The five pillars of the Back to Basics programme are: * Put the people and their con-
through effective public participation platforms. * Create conditions for decent living by consistently delivering municipal services to the right quality and standards. * Be well governed and demonstrate good governance and administration by cutting wastage, spending public monies prudently, hiring competent staff, ensuring transparency and accountability.
BE WELL GOVERNED AND DEMONSTRATE GOOD GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION BY CUTTING WASTAGE, SPENDING PUBLIC MONIES PRUDENTLY, HIRING COMPETENT STAFF, ENSURING TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY. cerns first and to ensure constant contact with communities
* Ensure sound financial management and accounting and prudently manage resources so as to sustainably deliver services and bring development to communities. * Build and maintain sound institutional and administrative capabilities, administered and managed by dedicated and skilled personnel at all levels. The mayors of KZN municipalities have pledged to support the programme by acknowledging that the province’s local government must enable better access to quality services, overcoming the legacy of apartheid, strengthening community participation, and building effective, accountable and clean local government. - issued by the KwaZulu-Natal provincial government.
Strawberry Quick meth does exist. MORE cases of a drug thought not to exist are being uncovered.as was recently revealed by Quintin van Kerken from Anti Drug Alliance SA. Strawberry Quick, a combination of sugar, food colouring, flavourants and crystal meth, was thought to be a hoax a few years ago. An investigative journalism programme recently revealed
however it does in fact exist. And is on the market. ER24 urges parents to be aware that this drug is said to be very accessible to children. Parents should seek help for children immediately should it be found they have ingested the drug. Investigations so far have revealed that there are four flavours, namely strawberry, creme soda, bubble-
gum, and caramel. Van Kerken said the flavours have varying amounts of crystal meth. Symptoms include chattiness, nervousness, dry mouth, dilated pupils, extreme energy followed by chronic fatigue, paranoia, jaw clenching, increased heart rate, excessive sweating, increased libido, and in severe cases may include hallucinations.
Van Kerken urged parents not to allow their children to buy items from street vendors -. drug use and abuse among school children is increasing at alarming rates. Dr Wessels said children should take note that their organs are not yet mature and the use of drugs could be detrimental on their development. For further information on Anti
Drug Alliance SA and its service call 072 400 8239 (Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. Alternatively visit www.antidrugalliance.com. ER24's Emergency Contact Centre can be reached 24 hours a day on 084 124 for any medical emergency. Chitra Bodasing ER24 spokesperson
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Kammaland kapers
25 February2015
Readers write
Municipality not a recrutiment agent! SIR, At a Council meeting on 19 February 2015 a document, "MAVUNDLA SQUARE RECRUITMENT PLAN" was handed out to Councillors. I was astounded to read the recommendations which were decided on at a meeting between the developer, (Mr. Mavundla) the Municipality and Municipal structures. These being; 1) That a committee consisting of Municipal officials and structures will be responsible for the whole recruitment process. 2) The Municipality will do awareness loud hailing throughout Umvoti. 3) The Municipality will collect C.V's throughout Umvoti.
The recruitment of staff, for a private concern, IS NOT a function of Umvoti Municipality and the entire process is a BLATANT case of irregular expenditure. We do not pay rates and various other service charges/fees to recruit staff for private individuals. This is an attempt to canvas for the upcoming elections at the expense of Umvoti residents and proves, yet again, that the ANC cannot differentiate between party politics and service delivery. This matter will be closely monitored and the required action taken if needed. Cllr. P. Buss
St. David’s doings
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Our Kammaland theme is “People who help us”. The Umvoti Fire and Rescue Department gave a very informative talk and demonstration. Children were allowed to hold the fire hoses and inspect the rescue equipment. The siren added an additional thrill and the Kammaland children will not easily forget this visit. Christine Binneman and Amahle Bhengu handed over a special poster with fire trucks to thank the Fire Department.
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The Grade 3s made “I Love You” beaded tags for Valentine’s Day.:Zisanda Mchunu, Lidamarie Joubert, Rudi Boshoff, and at the back left to right: Sizophila Sithole, Aluncedo Dlamini and Anele Mavundla. The Grade 3's made "I Love You" beaded tags for Valentine's Day.:Zisanda Mchunu, Lidamarie Joubert, Rudi Boshoff, and at the back left to right: Sizophila Sithole, Aluncedo Dlamini and Anele Mavundla.
The Grade 7's modelled their Valentine's Day fashions. : Siceliwe Maphanga, Senamile Xulu, Sthabile Ndaba, Mandisa Nyoka, Lonathemba Khuzwayo, Samkelo Zondi, Simon Driemeyer and Mvelo Ndlovu
Beware fake credit providers BE wary of fake credit providers offering personal loans at lower than the average interest rates. These fake credit providers contact consumers through e-mail or sms. Once the offer is accepted the fake credit providers demand payment of advance fees. The general mode of operation of the fake credit providers is: Posing as legitimate credit providers and sending consumers soliciting emails or smses, offering cheap loans, consumers are furnished with loan application forms to complete. These application forms appear to be legitimate as they have NCR registration numbers. Shortly after the application, consumers receive loan approval letters via email and are requested to pay advance fees. These fees are generally defined as clearance or administration fees. Some consumers unfortunately fall into this trap and pay the fees for the release of the loan amounts applied for: · Once consumers pay the advance fees requested, the fake credit providers ask for payment of further/additional fees; · In the end consumers do not receive the loan amounts applied for and the fake credit provider disappears without a trace. “It has come to the attention of the NCR that most of these fake credit providers are based in Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Durban and East London and their email ad-
dresses contain domains such as yahoo.com; webmail.co.za; .co.uk; @admin.in.th; @manager.in.th. They always promise charging an interest rate of not more than 5% per annum, in addition to the fake credit providers soliciting loan applications from consumers, the NCR has discovered that consumers surf the internet to identify credit providers who offer credit to ‘blacklisted’ persons and who use words such as ‘no credit checks required’, ‘free credit’, ‘cheap credit’ and others. Consumers who are victims of schemes of this nature are urged to report them to their local South African Police Service (SAPS). Helpful tips for consumers: Be wary of the internet domains such as yahoo.com; webmail.co.za; .co.uk; @admin.in.th; @manager.in.th; The National Credit Act does not allow credit providers to request upfront payment for the release of personal loans; Credit providers are required to conduct affordability assessments and credit checks before granting loans. If unsure or in doubt about the legitimacy of a credit provider consumers are urged to contact the National Credit Regulator on 0860 627 627 or www.ncr.org.za Source: Didi Sebothoma>National Credit Regulator
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Hermannsburg Happenings OUR Eco-school is five years old! WESSA inspector, Siyanda Sokhela, presented the school with a new eco-flag and certificate, following her recent inspection of the school and its eco-initiatives. Well done to all our teachers and scholars, from Kindergarten to high school, for their continued efforts to learn and implement more eco-friendly ways to interact with the precious environment in which we live; efforts recently recognised by the Mtunzini Conservancy, whose chairperson, Barbara Chedzey, who recently wrote to thank Hermannsburg for “supporting the Mtunzini Conservancy in our bid to preserve biodiversity and amenity around Mtunzini from the ravages of mineral sand mining”. Hermannsburg hosted the Quadrangular Gala last week Tuesday, welcoming the teams from Wartburg Kirchdorf High School, Greytown High School and Wembley College. Hermannsburg and Wembley teams vied for the lead right up to the last few events, when Wembley (WC) edged ahead to emerge
the winning school on the day, followed by Hermannsburg (DSH), Wartburg (WKS) and Greytown (GHS). Hermannsburg fielded the strongest boys’ team on the day, while Wembley had the strongest girls’ team, with Tayla Porée (WC) breaking two records (U15 50m butterfly and 50m freestyle). Champions were: U19 - Hope Porée (WC) and Stuart Tarr (WKS), U16 - Hannah Tedder (WC) and, in a tie, Hugh Bouwer (DSH) & Reagan Lotter (WKS), U15 - Tayla Porée (WC) and Kyle Thompson (GHS), U14 - Lydia Köhne (DSH) in a tie with Milla Herbst (WC) and Michael Chiazzari (WC). Thank you to all the swimmers, officials and supporters for their participation and for the spirit of good sportsmanship. The Primary Schools’ Hermannsburg aQuellé Sports Day saw all the scholars wearing aQuellé Hermannsburg Mudman T-shirts to school last Wednesday. The Grade 1 to 7 scholars were divided into six groups, with the Grade 7s as team leaders. Each group had to create a
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Mrs Uta Malzahn, head of the Kindergar ten, at the recent puppetry workshop , held in Wartburg .
PUPPETS can stimulate children’s imaginations, and encourage creative play and discovery of the world around them. Any puppet usually encourages even the quietest of children to start talking - puppets can break down barriers and provide an effective means to initiate communication. Which is why two of our teachers attended a puppet workshop at the Wartburg Kirchdorf School, organised by the Goethe Institut in South Africa. The aim of the workshop was to introduce puppetry as an aid to education, and covered the manipulation of a range of different kinds of puppets. For example: hand-puppets with
Primary School scholars had lots of fun at the Hermannsburg aQuellé Sports Day. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
name for itself which incorporated the aQuellé flavours (coming up with the ‘aQuellé Minions’, ‘LemoElla’, ‘The Fast & the aQuellé’, ‘aQuellé Smurfs’, ‘Pineapple Man’ and ‘Litchi Lovers’), before engaging in a fun, round-robin athletics competition, where each event involved the use of aQuellé bottles.
functioning mouths are an excellent motivational resource to inspire the teaching of phonics within literacy - scholars can build up their comprehension and vocabulary skills by introducing new words, their meanings and other information. There were also special sessions on movement and mime, creative speech, dialogue delivery and voice modulation. We can’t wait to put our new skills into practice in the Kindergarten! A big thank you goes to the Goethe Institute, and especially to Susi Claus, for the wonderful workshop, and also to the team of the Warburg Kirchdorf School, for hosting the event. Photograph caption: 15news25.jpg - Mrs Uta Malzahn, head of the Kindergarten, at the recent puppetry workshop, held in Wartburg.
VACANT POST
The following post exists and needs to be filled immediately by the 1st of May 2015. Closing date for acceptance of applications will be the 25th of 2015. Applications to be e-mailed or posted to the furnished addresses or handdelivered to Sibuyile Investments (PTY) LTD, Mondi Boscombe office, Hermannsburg, Greytown.
FORESTER
Sasko Bakery, Ladysmith is inviting Distribution Agents (Contractors) to submit business proposals in regard to Sasko Bread Depot, Greytown. We are inviting all interested parties to submit proposals by no later than the 27th March in writing to Sasko in Ladysmith, Distribution Areas, Ngubevu, Muden, New Hannover, Greytown and Kranskop. For more information please contact: Gift Mthembu Tel: 036 637 6721 Fax: 086 455 0074 Email: gift.mthembu@pioneerfood.co.za
Minimum Requirements: The applicant must have a national diploma in forestry obtained from a recognised and registered institution. A minimum of five (5) years traceable experience in the field of silviculture operations and computer literacy would be an advantage.
NOTE:
REMUNERATION:
A market related package will be negotiated on interview. For further enquiries/ information about the vacancy and hand delivery of applications, Mr. Jabulani Shange may be contacted on the following numbers: 082 459 8271 or 033 445 9013.
The long-jump used bottles to measure the jump, while the bottle-throw used full aQuellé bottles and the bottle relay race involved collecting bottles to fill a container. Other events included jumping over bottles (either hopping on one leg or hopping over with both legs), squeezing a bottle between your
knees while running a race (without dropping it!), shot-put using filled bottles and a relay race using bottles as batons. Everyone had a great deal of fun! Thank you once again to aQuellé for their generous sponsorship at Mudman and the Sports Day.
Junior Jottings THE Staff, Governing Body, Parents and Learners of Greytown Junior School
express heartfelt condolences to our school principal Mr Nel and his family on the loss of his dear
mum. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time
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GAZETTE SMALLS
Friday, 6 March 2015 From 5:30pm R75pp Join us for Sundowners & Supper (Bring your own bubbly) Live Music by Kech Sanchez Pan Lantino Band Please RSVP for catering purposes Contact Ros: 082 964 0612
Something for everyone
Email: tea@thenursery.co.za At the top of Voortrekker St continue straight & follow the sign board. Find us on Facebook
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Births
KING: To Cassandra (nee Webb) and Earl, a beautiful baby girl Ava Sadie, on 16 February at St Anne’s. Pietermaritzburg. Sister to Bella. Congratulations and Best Wishes. We are proud of you. Granny Goose (Webb), Tanzo, Mandi, George and Children.
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Thanks
A special thank you to all our family, friends and Regesh Govender for your kind support and comfort shown to us during the loss of our father. The Sewsunker Ramlall Family FANIE & Sonja Nel would like to say thank you to all our friends and colleagues for phone calls, words of condolences and support in this difficult time with the loss of our mother. Thank you all once again
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Clubs and Meetings
AGM of the Greytown Branch of the Democratic Alliance will be held on Monday, 2 March 2015 @ GTN C/Club, 6 for 6:30pm. Members please attend. 083 653 3481 GTN MTB CLUB AGM. 24 February- 5:30pm venue: Beehive. Please can all members attend. Anyone interested in joining the club are welcome to attend. INDLOVANA PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL. Notice/ reminder of S.G.B Elections meeting. Parents are reminded of the meeting to elect new governing body structure which is scheduled as follows: Venue Indlovana School Hall. Date: 08 March 2015. Time: 10h00. Please bring your I.D’s. Kukhunjuzwa abazali bezingane zesikole ngomhlangano wokukhetha umgwamanda wesikole, ohlelwe kanje: Usuku: 8 March 2015. Indawo: Ihholo lesikole. Isikhathi: 10 ekuseni. Niyakhunjuswa ukuba niphathe omazisi (I.D). Report by MM Ngobese (Management)
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Personal
BEV will be at the Arcadia salon on Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd March 2015. Please contact Bev on 079 436 2438
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Fencing Services
FAIRVIEW Fencing. Quality workmanship and back-up service on automated gates and all types of game, agricultural and security fencing. Contact Keith Cowie 082 772 5436.
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Personal Services
ABORTION alternativeFree Counselling- 24 hour help line! 078 879 7484 or 082 290 7855
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Plumbing/Electrical/ Home Repairs
PLUMBER: for all your plumbing requirements, gyser instalation, shower, toilets, painting, leaking taps, blocked drains, bathroom renovation, leaking roofs and all construction work call Ntini 076 062 2999/ 084 777 8229. ntiniplumbers@gmail.co m
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Tuition Courses
GRADES 10-12: Geography. Grades: 7 and 8: Mathematics. Homework supervision. For details contact: 033 413 2609/ 082 773 4421
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General Sales
ACER notebook aspire one R2000 phone 082 357 5447 CULLS cut and cleaned. Tel: 079 539 7602 we deliver CURRY C.O 160 Durban St Wednesday special tripe and beans roti roll R25.00/ Friday fresh fish curry-rice, puto or roti. 074 518 5940/ 072 243 0408 GENERATOR 5.5kva petrol Zongshen for sale. Hardly used and serviced a week ago. R3750.00 onco phone Sue or John 033 417 1344 HOME industry! Come and visit Cherry on top. For your freshly baked Homemade Cakes and Goodies, Guaranteed not be disappointed. Next to the Engen Garage, behind RTS, Shop No 1 Durban Street. Open 6 days a week. Contact Penny on 084 410 5463 or whatsapp 084 946 5576 SECOND hand Corrugated Iron. To view Behind Molsave, Spermarket Premises 92 Sargeaunt Street. Phone (033) 413 1105 TIMBER wanted any grade pine & saligna looking for 500m3 per month 082 449 3879/ 032 552 4232
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Pets/Aquariums/ Tropical Fish
DOG and cat boarding. SPCA. Tel: 072 096 9634
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Commercial Premises to Let
SHOPS/ offices. Standard Bank Lane, 138 Pine Street. Reasonable rental (033) 413 1105
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Communes/ To Share
STUDENT or professional required to share upmarket flat in Pietermaritzburg. Call: 071 151 4509
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Flats to Let
BACHELOR flat to let: R2 150-00pm + 10% of utility bill. Available 1/3/15. Phone Charmaine 04131141 o/h only BACHELOR flat to let: R2750-00 + 20% of utility bill. Available 1/3/15. Phone Charmaine at 033 -413-1141 o/h only. GRANNY flat to let. Contact: 072 039 2455 OPEN plan bachelor cottage, partly furnished, w&l incl. R2,850. 082 624 8682
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Houses to Let
HOUSE for rent R3950 excl lights and water @ 72 Durban Street. Prefer a family. Contact Vash Robson 073 170 5655 or Barlie 082 784 7396 OPEN plan bachelor flat R1950-00 inc. Contact 083 415 3243
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Outbuildings
OUTBUILDING to let, upper Cathcart Street. R2600.00 including l&w. Suite single person. Tel: 084 460 7177 / 074 828 7480
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Rooms to Let
ACCOMODATION available in town rooms available to let limited. Located in a secure house fully fenced contact MSI 072 380 8036 LARGE open plan room, kitchen, bathroom, toilet R1500-00pm. Contact: 076 236 4076/ 033 413 1444
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Land for Sale
AMEENS Agencies. Albert falls- R1,150,000. 20 acres- minutes away from Albert Falls dam. Kamini 033 387 4519 / 082 924 4101. Latisha 074 803 0881
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Used Cars
2012 Chev utility 1.4. A/C canopy tow bar FSH 185 000 km R79.000.00 Contact: 084 4607177/ 074 828 7480
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General Employment
LOOKING for a young energetic person to be trained as an assistant to the Chef at the Greytown Country Club. Passion for food and willingness to learn essential. Previous experience will be an advantage. Send CV to gcc@greytown.co.za or fax to 033 413 2361 or contact Elmarie on 033 417 2441
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Work Wanted: Domestic
MOSES seeks garden job. Tel: 079 584 2079
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Estates
NOTICE IN the Estate of the late THOKOZILE SOLANI NZAMA, Identity Number: 7502230379081, who died on the 29th of April 2013, unmarried unmarried of Mambulu Area, Kranskop, District of Umvoti, Kwazulu- Natal Estate No: 21130/2014/PMB In terms of Section 29 of Act 66 of 1965, All persons having claims against the above estate are called upon to lodge their claims with the undersigned within a period of 30 (THIRTY) days from the date of publication hereof. Dated at Greytown, KwaZulu-Natal on this 13th day of FEBRUARY 2015. Nel & Stevens Attorneys for Executor 117a Voortrekker Street (P O Box 60) Greytown 3250.
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Estates
NOTICE IN the Estate of the late CORNELIUS JOHANNES HERHOLDT, Identity Number: 4711285088082, married out of community of property, who died on the 18th February 2014, of 177 McCullum Street, Greytown. Estate No: 21019/2014/PMB In terms of Section 35 (5) of Act 66 of 1965, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the first and final Liquidation and Distribution Account in the above Estate will be open for inspection of all persons interested therin for a period of of TWENTY ONE (21) days from Friday 27th February 2015 at the office of the Master of the High Court Pietermaritzburg and the MAGISTRATE GREYTOWN. Should no objections therto be lodged with the Master during the specified period, the EXECUTOR will proceed to make payment in accordance herewith. Dated at Greytown, KwaZulu-Natal on this 16th day of FEBRUARY 2015. Nel & Stevens Attorneys for Executor 117a Voortrekker Street (P O Box 60) Greytown 3250.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of the late PARASNATH RAMKISON, Identity No. 4608205115088 married in community of property to SHUWANATHIE RAMKISON Identity No. 4910040040087 of 38 Copper Street, Greytown, who died on 1 July 2014 at GREYTOWN. Estate No. 25486/2014/PMB In terms of section 29 of Act 66 of 1965, All persons having claims against the above estate are called upon to lodge their claims with the Executors concerned, within a period of 30 (THIRTY) days from the date of publication hereof. DATED at GREYTOWN this 13th day of February 2015. Van Rooyen & Forder Incorporated, 123 Pine Street, PO BOX 56, 3250 Greytown, Tel: 033 413 1141/2/3, Fax: 033 413 1144
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Sale in Execution
IN the Magistrate’s Court for the District of Umvoti held at Greytown Case No: 432/2014 in the matter between: GREYPERM HEIGHTS BODY CORPORATE Execution Creditor And FUNANI NORAH MAHLABA (ID NO. 5205180450082) Executive Debtor NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION (AUCTION) In pursuance of a Judgement in the court of the Magistrate of Greytown and writ of execution, the goods listed hereunder will be sold in execution on FRIDAY, 13th March 2015 at 11H00, at the SHERIFF’S SALE ROOMS, TRANSNET BUILDING, 121 Sargeaunt, Greytown to the highest bidder: 1X LG Fridge 1X LG Microwave 3 Piece Lounge Suite 1X Sansui TV 1X Singe bed 1X Computer stand NB: The sale is for cash or bank guaranteed cheque only: Take further notice that: 1. This sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgment obtained in the above Court. 2. The Rules of this auction is available 24 hours before the auction at the office of the Sheriff for Greytown. 3. Registration as a buyer is a pre-requisite subject to specific conditions, inter alia; a)Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. (URL http://www.info.gov.za/view/ DownloadFileAction?id=999 61) b)FICA- legislation in respect of proof of identity and address particulars c)Payment of a registration fee of R200.00 in cash d)Registration conditions. The office of the Sheriff for GREYTOWN will conduct the sale or his representative. Advertising costs at current publication rates and sale costs according to the court rules apply. Dated at Greytown on this 16th day of FEBRUARY 2015. – VAN ROOYEN & FORDER INC. Execution Creditor’s Attorney, 123 Pine Street / P.O. Box 56, Greytown 3250. Tel No. (033) 4131141 / Fax No. (033) 4131144. 06/B498/002TD
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Shavathon Saturday
IT was World Cancer Day on 4th February and this Saturday, 28th February is Shavathon when throughout the country, heads will be shaved, or sprayed or stencilled to show support for cancer survivors. And to bring home the fact that early diagnosis is the route to survival. Why this extensive media coverage on the disease? It is estimated that one in eight South Africans are affected by cancer but the fight against it has been overshadowed by HIV/AIDS which has infected and affected hundreds of thousands in this country alone. This week it was announced that the Medical Research Council has committed R37 million for university research units to look into specific types of cancer. According to the Cancer Association of S.A. (CANSA) the motrtality rate for ovarian cancer is 70% - of the 6 000 women diagnosed every year with cervical cancer more than half die due to late diagnosis. In 2014 the Department of Health launched a campaign to vaccinate Grade 4 girls in Government schools, against the human papillomavirus, which can cause cervical cancer. On the awareness front, apart from the Shavathon there is the CANSA Relay For Life which is part of an international movement that unites
cancer survivors and the communities that care about them. It offers everyone in a community, both young and old, the opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer and to honour those who have been touched by cancer. The relay is run over 18 24 hours so that some team member is on the track at all times because cancer neither slumbers or sleeps. A Shavathon takes place this Saturday in Greytown at Mascor (the Greytown Gazette has assisted in the advertising). Members of the public are asked to pop in at the Mascor outlet on the Pietermaritzburg road from 8.30 a.m. The choice - is shaved (actually a number 1 cut); different colours of spray -not permanent; or a donation. To take part a R50 donation and for children under 12 R25. MASCOR has undertaken to donate an additional R10 to CANSA for every head shaved or sprayed!
Amethyst…February birthstone FEBRUARY’S birthstone is the amethyst the color of which can range from a faint mauve to a rich purple.. Some scientists believe the purple colour arises from the amethysts’ iron oxide content, while others attribute the colour to manganese or hydrocarbons. There is a rich history of lore and legend attached to the stone which can be traced back as far as 25,000 years ago in France, where it was used as a decorative stone.. It has also been found among the remains of Neolithic man. Legend has it that the signet ring worn by Cleopatra was an amethyst, engraved with the figure of Mithras, a Persian deity symbolizing the divine idea, source of light and life. It is also said to be the stone of Saint Valentine, who wore an amethyst engraved with the figure of his assistant, Cupid. The word amethyst comes from the Greek word “amethystos” meaning ‘sober. Bacchus, the god of wine in classical mythology, was offended by Diana the huntress. Determined on revenge, he declared that the first person he met as he went through the forest would be eat-
en by his tigers. As it happened, the first person to cross his path was the beautiful maiden Amethyst on her way to worship at the shrine of Diana. In terror, she called upon the goddess to save her, and before his eyes, Bacchus observed the maiden changed to a pure white, sparkling image of stone. Realizing his guilt and repenting his cruelty, Bacchus poured grape wine over her, thus giving the stone the exquisite violet hue of the amethyst. The carryover to non-intoxication was quite logical, and in ancient Rome, amethyst cups were used for wine, so drinkers would have no fear of overindulgence. The early Egyptians believed that the amethyst possessed good powers, and placed the stones in the tombs of pharaohs. During the Middle Ages, it was used as medication, believed to dispel sleep, sharpen intellect, and protect the wearer from sorcery. It was also believed to bring victory in battle. In Arabian mythology, the amethyst was supposed to protect the wearer from bad dreams and gout. It is said to give the wearer peace and tranquility, strengthen resolution and give courage..
25 February2015
Greytown Gazette
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St Cathryn’s News IT must have been a first for Golf in the municipal area of Umvoti, when a golf tournament was held over two courses in the area. Visitors from other parts of KwaZulu-Natal and even golfers from the Gauteng province played at St Cathryn’s and Greytown golf courses. A very full field of 52 players played in the inaugural event to raise funds for Arcadia old Age home. When playing at two courses, planning needs to be made to a fine “tee,” because the organisers need to find a date that suits both courses. Then the maximum field size needs to be determined and then course set up, and to satisfy the demand for visitors from further afield accommodation must be available. Playing on two different types of courses also makes golfers think a little more and teams need to format their game in such a way that they work as a unit. This weekend’s format was Medal Stableford. St Cathryn’s has many more hazards, water, trees and tighter fairways with a tougher rough. A golfer would only use a driver
Doctors call list Greytown doctors have set up a call register to ensure that if anyone needs after hours assistance, and their own doctor is not available, they can contact the doctors on call. 911 Ops Centre and Arcadia will have list which is also printed in the Greytown Gazette each month. Please cut out and keep accessible: Cell numbers: Dr Ally: 083 786 7138 Dr. Dlamini: 074 690 3368/084 819 7468 Dr Hartwig: 071 676 6810 Dr Mkhize: 079645 5964 Dr Owen: 082 859 9307 Dr Roodt: 084 679 6300 Greytown Hospital: 033 413 9400 Arcadia: 033 4171528 Ops 911: 033 417 2911 CALL DATES FOR MARCH DR ROODT; 1st;4th;12th;19th; 25th; Dr Owen: 2nd; 5th; 6th; 9th; 11th;16th;18th;23 rd;26th;30th Dr Ally: 3rd; 10th; 13th; 17th; 24th; 27th; 28th; 29th; 31st Hospital doctor: 7th;8th;14th;15th; Dr Hartwig: 20th;21st;22nd;
on a few selected holes on St Cathryn’s whereas in Greytown, the fairways are wider and longer. A Sand Wedge is not a club used often at St Cathryn’s as they have no bunkers, whereas at Greytown golf club there are five bunkers to contend with. The weather over the weekend made for interesting play as well. St Cathryn’s started off with serious berg wind conditions at the 10h30 start and a 29 degree temp, then a southerly wind ripped through the field and a few rumblings of thunder in the distance, only a light shower fell towards the end. The Greytown weather on the other hand on Sunday morning was overcast, cooler and a slight drizzle which abated later. The halfway leaders in the clubhouse at the end of day one were Merwin Rabe and Deon van Dyk, who ended in second position overall. St Cathryn’s members Brent Barkhuizen and Zane Padoa were lying in 7 position on day one, ended up in third position overall Winners were C Cole and J.Cole.
In 4 J.du Preez and K du Preez;5 :M.Thusi and D.Jila; P.Hardy and M.Rolfe; 7:C.Hatting and D.Marx; 8:A.Olwage and R.Skene; and 10: H.Msomi and B.Mngonyama. Longest drive men: Roger Skene GCC; ladies: Janeen Cole(ST C); closest to pin: Liekie Steyn (STC); Clive Cole (GCC); nearest for 2: Clive Cole (GCC); Stephen van der Merwe (St C); Hole in one – nil! Thank you to Dieter Meyer for being the major driving force behind the tournament and all St Cathryn’s members would also like to thank all golfers, sponsors and visitors for making use of their course for this very important fundraiser. Members and visitors are reminded about the Farmers Agri-Care monthly mug to be played this coming Saturday, 28/2/2015. Please feel welcome to come and play, as this competition is open to all golfers. You can choose to play Medal or Individual stableford or enter both. Due to a special request our date for the St Cathryn’s classic has been changed to another date still to be decided. On Friday 27 February 2015 the garden and book clubs will combine and we will be having a Team Building evening and will build burgers together. So all tired housewives ask your husbands to bring you out for a glass of wine and a burger. Please phone or sms 083 269 1661 to book.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN THE HSOPITAL DOCTORS ARE ON CALL DO NOT GO TO ARCADIA AS THE SISTERS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO HELP BUT GO DIRECTLY TO THE HOSPITAL FOR ATTENTION.
UMVOTI MUNICIPALITY Greytown is Head Office of the Umvoti Municipality and is situated 75 km north of Pietermaritzburg. The area of jurisdiction is 2508 sq. km with greenery, timber, sugar cane, maize and abundant investment opportunity. Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following permanent positions.
ELECTRICIAN x 1 (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Remuneration: Task Grade 10 of Category 2 Municipality (R153, 119.72 - R198, 760.28) per annum plus normal benefits applicable to local government subject to certain conditions i.e. provident fund, Uif, Medical aid, Group life insurance. Minimum Requirements: • A Trade Test Certificate as an ELECTRICIAN • Applicants should be in possession of a grade 12 certificate. • Valid Code drivers licence. • Experience in 11Kv switchgear operation, substation and 11Kv line work maintenance, transformer maintenance, MV cable jointing and termination will be an added advantage. • A certificate of competence in the operation of an Aerial platform, a Truck mounted crane and a First aid course will be an added advantage. • Good interpersonal skills. • Ability work under pressure. • Computer knowledge would be an advantage. Key Performance Areas: • Maintenance of Electricity Network. • Extension of Network to accommodate new customers. • Exercising credit control and managing illegal network connections. • Responsible for the daily planning and organizing of various Electrical / tasks allocated to him and staff under his control by ; • Ordering of materials for each task that was allocated to him in liaison with Engineering Technician to ensure productive and determine to complete tasks allocated to him. • Controlling equipment and small tools while carrying out tasks to ensure that equipment and tools of the Council is not abused. • Construction of all new Capital projects i.e. H.V. Switchgear, reticulation on Network system, /low voltage cable s and streetlights in liaison with Engineering Technician to ensure that Capital projects are done according to set standards in liaise with Engineering Technician. • Responsible for his safety as well as workers under his control and the general public whilst working on the electrical systems. • Safety inspections on all municipal installations and equipment to comply with OHS Act to ensure safe working conditions according to relevant legislation and standing instruction. • Safety meetings and tasks regarding safety in liaise on with Engineering Technician to report any unsafe equipment immediately. • Attend to power failures on system, fault finding on transformer high voltage switchgear, high /low voltage cables, electric motors control gear and process control equipment. • Repairs to of mentioned equipment plant under extreme time limitations and mostly under adverse environmental conditions to restore supply to consumers as quickly as possible and prevent injury / death to staff or further damage system. • Using specialized testing equipment and be properly trained to minimize time delays on power failure. • Testing of electricity meters and measuring CT`s to minimize revenue losses. • Physical inspection of meters to prevent tampering and theft of electrical energy. • General maintenance to Council buildings and equipment to ensure that maintenance are carried out. • Performing of standby duties after normal hours to restore supply with minimum time delay and liaise with public on cause of outage and expected duration of outage. • Working with multi million rand high technology equipment. • And performing any other administrative functions assigned to you by Manager Physical Environment or any other person as may be delegated from time to time. Applicants must forward their applications in the form of a covering letter, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, originally certified copies of qualifications, valid driver’s license and ID copy in an envelope clearly marked “Electrician” to The Municipal Manager, P.O. Box 71, Greytown, 3250. Alternatively applications may be hand delivered to Umvoti Municipal CRM Offices No. 41 Bell Greytown, 3250. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days from the closing date should consider their applications to have been unsuccessful. Candidates who had previously applied are free to apply. Umvoti Municipality adheres to the provisions as contained in the Employment Equity Act to ensure the representativity through the process of affirmative action. • The municipality will not take responsibility for information not mentioned in the application. • NO late, faxed, emailed applications will be accepted. • The municipality will not be held responsible for lost applications unless proof of submission can be given. • All applicants may be required to undergo a proficiency test. • NO applications shall be considered without certified copies of the original documents of qualifications. • Reference checks will be done. • Foreign qualifications accredited by the South African Qualification Authority only will be considered. • Please note that no S&T will be paid to candidates invited for an interview. • Council reserves the right not to make an appointment, and all appointments will only be made in line with Council policies and procedures. • Candidates note that they will be subjected to practical test or evaluation. Enquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Office at 033- 413 9202. CLOSING DATE: 06 March 2015 MR B.A. XULU PO Box 71 Notice No. 2044 MUNICIPAL MANAGER GREYTOWN 3250
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Maritzburg FEVER
25 February2015
SPORT NEWS
More golds for Frankie
Top acheivers PHOTO: SUPPLIED
IT was gold for Frankie du Toit, the talented Grade 12 cyclist who is deputy headgirl at Wartburg Kirchdorf School. She was awarded two golds at the SA National road championships in Nelspruit earlier this month - for the junior ladies individual time trial and road race. On the strength of these wins,
Frankie was selected as a member of Team SA at the African Continental Champ which were held in Wartburg from 9 to 14 February. Frankie was part of the junior ladies time trial team which took the gold on and also won gold in the individual time trial. Her last event in the competition
was the junior ladies road race where the race came down to a bunch sprint and Frankie ended up with the bronze medal for South Africa, with Zimbabwe taking gold and silver. It was a tough two weeks of racing, but Frankie is very happy with the results as her main focus is mountain biking.
Greytown Country Club CONGRATULATIONS to all the golfers that played in the Arcadia tournament over the weekend. Thank you for your support in this very worthy cause. We would like to say a very big thank you to Dieter Meyer for organising the tournament - we do believe it was a great success. Mavis Swanlow lost out on the money as she was not present at the time. Next attendance draw will be on Friday (6 Mar) with R500 up for grabs. Be here from 6:30 and you could be the lucky winner. Happy Hour is on Friday! R20 place
you into the draw to win R1000 or a bottle of Chivas Regal, as well as your meal ticket. DJ Rob will be in the house, bring your family and friends and come and enjoy the evening with us at the Club. The splitting image of ELVIS is coming to the Club on Saturday 28 February 2015. Get your ticket now! R100p/p. Show starts at 19h00 – 21h30. Sunday golf special: The “9@9” entry fee is R40 and to play 18 holes are R80. Richard Chiazzari is sponsoring a chicken for the “9@9” that will be up for the winning on Sunday mornings.
From the ditch WHO is competitive? There is no difference between competiveness, survival instinct, positivity, ambition or simply the will to please. They are all the same - some emotions are not as disciplined as others and therein lies the difference! Some people are happy to share their satisfaction of achievement, while some choose to keep all their enjoyment to themselves - those who shine and smile and display
pleasure are considered to have sportsmanship and it reflects through all spheres of life! And so it is in bowls and the SpecSavers PRO 10 was full of people having fun and playing very competitive bowls, where consistent accuracy and weight control brought its just rewards. The tournament will conclude next week as each team plays a total of nine matches, then the winners of each section play off for overall winners.