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Oom Jakkie soos Tzaneen hom graag sal onthou.

Tzaneen groet vandag een van sy mees geliefde seuns. Oom Jakkie Jacobs (71) is verlede week aan kolonkanker oorlede na ’n kort siekbed. Die oom met die skerp sin vir humor sal onthou word deur generasies Tzaneeners as die man wat Wiskunde se baas was.

Oom Jakkie het in 1975 by Hoërskool Merensky begin skoolhou as die senior assistent in Wiskunde. Hy was vir 36 jaar ’n legende by dié skool as onderwyser in Wiskunde en Rekenaarstudie. Na sy aftrede was hy steeds by die skool betrokke met die aanbied van ekstra Wiskundeklasse in die middae.

Sy leerders sal hom onthou vir sy vlymskerp brein en sy besondere sin vir humor. Soos een van sy oud-leerders tereg gesê het, was Jakkie die enigste persoon wat Minesweeper kon voltooi. Een van sy immergewilde sêgoed was, “my hond se Wiskunde is beter as joune, as ek hom vra wat is een minus een dan sê hy niks.” Hierdie het glo later verander na “my kleinkinders se Wiskunde is beter as joune…”

Jakkie en Judith is in 1975 in Heidelberg getroud waar hy skoolgegee het voordat hulle later daardie selfde jaar na Tzaneen toe verhuis het.

Hier het die paartjie hulself gevestig as geliefde lede van die gemeenskap.

“Sy groot passie, naas kinders en onderwys, was die natuur en natuurlik sy honde,” het Judith gesê. “Sy honde was vir hom soos sy kinders gewees.”

In November verlede jaar het Jakkie skielik siek geraak en kort na sy verjaarsdag op 7 April, het sy gesondheid vinnig agteruit begin gegaan. Hy is op 14 April oorlede.

“Jakkie was ‘n ou-skool onderwyser wat die potensiaal in kinders kon raaksien en dit maksimaal kon ontgin,” het Fransie le Roux, adjunkhoof van Hoërskool Merensky, gister aan Bulletin gesê. “Hy sal met die hoogste agting en deernis deur sy oud-leerders en kollegas onthou word.”

Oom Jakkie se gedenkdiens vind vanoggend om 11:00 by die Gereformeerde Kerk (oorkant Hi-Q) in Tzaneen plaas. Hy word oorleef deur sy vrou, tannie Judith, sy kinders Henk en Carina, sy skoonkinders Ettienne en Julene en vier kleinkinders.

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James Woodhouse (37), manager at the Mountain Café restaurant on the R71 outside Haenertsburg, has recently returned Redakteur / Editor Rekenings / Accounts / Admin from London in the UK where he attended Joe Dreyer Ansie Smuts the annual book fair. This book fair is second 072 930 1462 076 333 0523 joe@bulletin.us.com ansie@bulletin.us.com only in size to that held every year in FrankOntwerp / Design Bemarking / Marketing furt, Germany. The London fair was held at Tamryn Branch Jacques Smuts (Best/Man) Olympia, a huge Victorian-styled conference 083 637 9551 071 268 2543 venue in the heart of London. tamryn@bulletin.us.com jacques@bulletin.us.com James, who has worked for years in pubTessa Thompson Joernaliste / Journalists lishing, says he met with some 40 publishers 079 653 6317 Joe Dreyer tessa@bulletin.us.com from around the world. He attends the fair 072 930 1462 Drukker/Printer: now more as a social event as many of his joe@bulletin.us.com PaarlColdset friends are still in the trade.

Every year the buzz at the fair is around one “big book”. This year’s big book is a new Verspreiding | Distribution Barack Obama project. Obama is an accomTzaneen • Haenertsburg • Modjadjiskloof • Mooketsi • Letsitele plished author, having already published FAR NORTH MEDIA Gravelotte • Mica • Trichardtsdal • Ofcolaco • Lenyenye several books, and you can expect to see his Nkowankowa • Giyani latest work on the shelves in 12 to 18 months time.

James is still involved in the publishing world and has been working as a literary agent at Tibor Jones, Wilbur Smith’s literary agency, for the past two years. At present

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James is concentrating on Mark Winkler’s fourth novel. Mark (41), who was born in Mpumalanga, is Creative Director of Saatchi & Saatchi in Cape Town.

James recently sold the rights to Mark’s second novel, “Wasted”, to SoHo, a publishing house in New York.

James has worked in the publishing world in both the UK and South Africa. He was born in Norwich in Norfolk, UK. James studied Cultural Studies at Norwich Art School and majored in creative writing, fine art and 20th century Western philosophy.

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ador, Penguin and Kwela Books. James first came to South Africa in 1999 and after an on off relationship with the country, he moved permanently in 2004.

When asked if he misses anything about the publishing world, James said it felt so special when a new book arrived. He republished the first ever Mandela book “No Easy Walk to Freedom”. It was the first collection of his speeches and writings. “That feeling of bringing something back to life is just so special.

Working hard on a book and seeing it published gives one a real feeling of achievement,” James said.

The other thing he misses is when an author wins a prize or gets recognized.

During his time at Kwela, one of his authors, Songeziwe Mahlangu, was awarded the biggest fiction prize on the African continent, a Nigerian prize called the Etisalat prize for African fiction, for his debut novel: “Penumbra”.

James also takes great pride in the stories that Kwela published from across the African continent. One of these, “The Lost Boy”, a biographical work by a Sudanese refugee, was optioned by an Italian publisher for €250 000. The author, Aher Arop Bol, had left home at the age of four to escape the ongoing civil war and was making a living selling second-hand clothing from a hawker’s stand at Pretoria railway station when the deal was done.

The money Aher received from Italy changed his life. He educated all his siblings, moving them to Uganda so that they could receive better schooling, and returned to Sudan for only the second time in 20 years to see family and friends.

These days, instead of taking pride in new books, James relishes the quick turnaround in the restaurant business which he runs together with his partner Reneé Naudé.

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SIMA Silver Lodge is now cleared The owner of the SIMA Silver Lodge in Lushof, Sam Simata, is unaware of any noise disturbance complaints against his establishment, nor is he aware of the GTM’s claims regarding his rezoning application.

Simata spoke to Bulletin, at our offices, on Wednesday and refuted the claims by residents of the area that his lodge was responsible for sleepless nights because of the lavish parties hosted there over weekends. “Who are the ones who complained? If there is a list, I would like to see that, because I am not aware of any noise disturbances,” he said. “The people have to understand that in the same area where my lodge operates, there is another lodge less than a kilometre away, and a compound just across the road where there is always loud music and parties being held. How sure are these people that the noise comes from my place specifically?”

This followed a number of complaints by resident on adjoining plots and farms in the Lushof area who have complained about the noise allegedly stemming from SIMA Silver Lodge. The complaints in turn sparked a debate on the legality of the lodge’s operations which led to an investigation by Bulletin uncovering some alleged irregularities concerning the zoning rights of the land on which the business operates.

In last week’s edition we reported that the land on which the lodge was built, was still zoned for agriculture and that the rezoning application had been submitted, but the promulgation thereof was pending the outcome of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

The GTM issued a statement this week, wherein they confirmed that the rezoning of the Remainder of portion 28 of the Farm Lushof 540LT (Sima Silver Lodge) from “Agriculture” to “Special for Overnight Accommodation and Ancil-

lary Activities” including a restaurant and conference facilities, was approved by Council under resolution C 2008 05 27: B14 with at least sixteen conditions.

One of the conditions was that the owner (Simata) ensures that the proposed land uses comply with an Environmental

Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulation no 1182 in terms of the Environmental Conservation Act, 1989 (Act 73 of 1989).

Simata countered that statement with a document from the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, dated 28 January 2011. The document stated that the proposed development of the lodge will be located within a tourism or agricultural development node and therefore would not significantly alter the sense of place of the surrounding area.

“Based on the review of the information submitted, the Department hereby informs you that the proposed activity is

not listed in terms of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010 (GN R. 544) published under the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) (Act No 107 of 1998) and therefore does not legally require Environmental Authorisation from the Department. Although authorization in terms of NEMA is not required for this activity, all relevant legislation and requirements of other government departments (ie National, Provincial and Local) must still be complied with.”

The document goes on to list 12 conditions which may require pre-approval by the department, but closes with the following: “In light of the above, Mr D.S Simata may proceed with the establishment of the above activity without having to conduct a Basic Assessment or Environmental Impact Assessment Process subject to the above conditions.”

Following our meeting at Bulletin, Sam Simata went to the offices of the GTM and handed them the very same document.

Upon analysing the document, the GTM contacted Bulletin and rectified their initial statement on the basis of the new information Simata provided.

For all intents and purposes it would appear as though the necessary documents have been put in place and all the legal processes have been adhered to. This means that SIMA Silver Lodge is legally entitled to operate their lodge. The process of rezoning will now also be finalized.

“On the issue of noise, we would like to assure our neighbours in the Lushof area that we will be more considerate in the future. We urge the community to approach us with any complaints regarding the running of our business so that we can attend to those issues timeously,” said Simata.

— Joe Dreyer joe@bulletin.us.com

Singh us a song 3 escapees, 3 attacks

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ation of R207 990.44 for the term (which is nearly R100 000 less per annum than the proposed salary for a cashier at the same facility – as per Ndlala in an article on the topic earlier).

Why did the GTM appoint Singh above all other possible candidates that could have qualified for the position? “He met all the requirements, he is qualified and has experience,” said Ndlala.

As part of the conditions for the applicants wanting to apply for the position, the GTM stated in their advert “short-listed applicants will be screened for criminal records and / or any pending criminal cases and their qualifications verified. Council reserves the right not to appoint.”

According to Ndlala, Singh told the GTM that he was currently under investigation and that the matter was still in court. He also said that Singh resigned from the BCM and was not fired. “He told us of this, and he said that he will have to return on the third of next month to appear in court. We will double check with Buffalo City and verify the information.”

It seems strange that a case as highly publicised by the local newspaper within the Buffalo City Municipality - The Daily Dispatch - as the case of Singh’s termination, managed to slip under the GTM’s radar? A very quick Google search on Singh turns up a number of articles on the case.

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Three farm attacks shook the Letsitele com- licensed firearm. munity over the course of the long weekend.

The following day a third attack was reIn the first instance a couple was attacked by ported. This time two suspects, armed with two suspects on a small holding, Darina, just knives, entered the home of a family on a outside Letsitele along the Eiland Road. plot at Taganashoek. According to the inKobus Nel (52) and his wife were awoken formation received, the home belonged to at around 03:00 on Thursday morning by an elderly couple who had their family over two knife-wielding men. They wore balacla- for the Easter weekend. The victims were atvas and demanded money from the couple tacked and in the scuffle, a 76-year old lady before tying them up with ropes and fleeing was stabbed and her 78-year old husband asthe scene with a hunting rifle, ammunition saulted with a blunt object. They were both and household electronics. The couple were tied up and robbed of their mobile phones. left unharmed according to the SAPS. The suspects fled with the couple’s car keys.

In the aftermath of the attack the police The victims were rushed to hospital and a stated that a case of house robbery was be- manhunt was launched. At the time of going ing investigated and that a charge of Negli- to print no arrests in this case had been regent Possession of a Firearm would be made ported. against Nel for keeping a firearm in contraThe attacks followed less than a week afvention of the Firearms Control Act. ter three criminals escaped from the police In the second attack later that same day, a holding cells at Haernertsburg police station. woman was held hostage by one of the at- This escape was uncovered during a routine tackers for two hours before he handed him- check by police officers the following mornself over to police negotiators. ing. The escapees had used a hacksaw blade The hostage drama played off on the to cut their way through the ceiling of the Charles Luther Farm in the Ofcolaco area, on cells.

Thursday afternoon following an attack on The escapees were identified as Abel Modthe Meyer couple by two suspects. The cou- iba (27) who was arrested for two house ple’s 9-year old grandson was visiting at the robberies, Thomas Nkuna (33) who was also time and during the attack, Mr Meyer (78), arrested for two house robberies and Elia fled from the house with his grandson and Makgaba (28) who was arrested for armed called for help. robbery.

After the suspect handed himself over At the time of going to print, the police had to the police, a firearm was recovered. The not linked any of the farm attacks to any of suspect appeared in the Lenyenye Magis- the escapees and they were still on the run to show us whatwith youinvestigations are made of and support a cause worth fighti trate’s court on a chargesTime of house robbery, continuing. attempted murder and possession of an un— Joe Dreyer joe@bulletin.us.com

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Hiring a man into a position from which he was fired from at another municipality is no cause for alarm, according to acting spokesperson of the GTM, Neville Ndlala.

After a two-week silence from the municipal communications department on issues related to the appointment of Vikramjith “Vicky” Singh (60), we finally received a response.

According to Ndlala, a background check was conducted on Singh upon his application for the post of lifeguard at the municipal swimming bath complex in Crown Street. “A background check was conducted with the references from both Polokwane and Buffalo City and nothing negative came out, he is doing his job properly and there is no need for alarm,” said Ndlala.

Bulletin contacted the Buffalo City Municipality’s (BCM) Human Resources department to verify this statement. We were told that Singh was indeed fired from his position at the Joan Harrison swimming complex, but we could get no confirmation of a background check done by anyone from the GTM. “If you can find out which person from the GTM made the enquiry regarding Mr Singh, we could perhaps assist you,” said the BCM clerk.

The position of lifeguard at the Tzaneen municipal swimming bath was advertised on the GTM’s website in November 2016.

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The entrance to the waterfall site 2017.

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The road to the waterfall in 2017.

Duiwelskloof Waterfall is inaccessible.

And a lack of maintenance by the Greater Letaba Municipality (GLM) is blamed for it. This is the view of the residents of Modjadjiskloof who have had to suffer through countless service delivery issues from their municipality.

In recent months, that community has been left frustrated with continuous water shortages, municipal billing problems, maintenance issues and a reluctance by their ward councillors to adequately communicate with them in response to issues they have raised over public forums.

“There is so much wrong with this town of ours,” said one resident, “it has no future anymore and we are left with only the option to move out before it gets worse.”

The once picturesque town was a haven for tourists with a thriving business sector and plentiful outdoor attractions which ensured a regular influx of visitors from other provinces over weekends and public holidays.

Shopkeepers speak of a time when they struggled to keep up with the demand for their services or products.

“And now, you cannot even walk in town because the pavements are either covered in mud or rubbish, and there are very few stores still operating. Our CBD resembles a squatter camp with all the abandoned buildings which have been left to ruin.”

But the town itself is not the only area within the GLM’s jurisdiction that has

Westfalia Fruit Products situated at Politsi in the Limpopo Province has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced

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The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which is made up of provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid and an option to structure an annual bonus.

Interested applicants should forward their applications (including a detailed CV) to Human Resources, Westfalia Limited, PO Box 1103, Tzaneen, 0850, for the attention of Johanna Theron or by e-mail to recruitment@westfaliafruit.co.za, fax to mail 0866487369 Closing date for applications: 28 April 2017 Starting Date: 1 June 2017 or a mutually agreed date.

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been neglected by the councillors and municipal officials employed to ensure its maintenance. Just two kilometres out of town as you head past the cemetery, lies the Duiwelskloof Waterfall. In the years leading up to the present, this site was regarded as one of Limpopo’s jewels.

It featured a beautifully kept picnic area with a short hike to the spectacular falls.

Today, it is only accessible by off-road vehicles. The pathway is completely

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overgrown and has not been graded in months.

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Last week we reported on the state of the once thriving caravan park and camping site which has suffered a similar fate. While the upkeep of these facilities may seem trivial, their neglect at the hands of the municipality highlights the plight of the Modjadjiskloof residents.

At the time of going to print we had not sent an official enquiry to the GLM for comment and possible action plans, but we will follow up on the developments in Modjadjiskloof weekly.

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Village protest against Zuma Ordinary South African citizens took to the streets twice this month to protest against the actions of the president of the country, Jacob Zuma, as well as the corruption within the ruling ANC party.

Marches were held in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban and Cape Town. Elsewhere in the country groups of concerned citizens got together at central points with placards voicing their discontent.

The Limpopo Province is particularly affected by corruption and poor governance with collapsed infrastructures ranging from poor education to the inadequate maintenance of roads, electricity and water. Jobs are scarce and this together with the unstable political climate has probably contributed to the escalation of crime and violence being committed on citizens in their homes, businesses and farms. The latter is particularly disconcerting as Limpopo farmers form the backbone of the agricultural industry. The escalating torture and killing of farmers is unacceptable yet the ruling party turns a blind eye to the need to protect farmers and their workers.

Avocado theft is rife in the Magoebaskloof and, as the avocado season kicks off again, so farmers are having their fences cut, security breached and losses of R100, 000.00 worth of avocados are being reported almost weekly.

The village of Haenertsburg heeded the call to protest and turned up with placards outside the village on the national R71 road on both the 7th and 12th of April. It was cold with mist and rain at the first protest but that did not dampen the spirit of some 50 protesters. Owner of Lekwar restaurant, Frans de Bruyn, sailed up to the protesters, wearing the South African flag as a cape, and dished

Yngve Sjolund and Louise Claassen protesting at the second call for action on a wonderful sunny day.

Schalk van der Merwe with friends protests in the rain.

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The second protest was on a sunny morning and attended by some 20 people and a Jack Russell called Jackie Chan. Locals got together to produce different placards that were also very colourful. Traffic on the R71 is always heavy and the response from truckers, taxi drivers, their passengers and motorists was positive with a definite awareness of the political situation that the country finds itself in

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since President Zuma took The Routledge couple with a friend are waterproofed office. as they protest.

Tzaneen residents did not take to the streets on these two days but word has it that many are go- the protests. However ordinary citizens were ing to Bloemfontein in the Free State this so disappointed in the firing of the highly Saturday. The Christian evangelist, Angus regarded finance minister, Pravin Gordhan, Buchan, has called for a day of prayer to save and other issues that they felt the only way the country. they could voice their fears was to take to the The President, to date, has misinterpreted streets with appropriate placards.

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Join Tzaneen Care Group for their Dirt Dash on 22 April 2017 at Magoebaskloof Adventures from 08:00. For more information contact Melissa on 078 621 7405.

Magoebaskloof Harvest Basket 26 April

The Magoebaskloof Harvest Basket is kicking off the festival with an evening of fine dining celebrating some of the mountains finest produce. Full course menu prepared by local chefs James Halkon and Matt Lovegrove.This event will take place at the Iron Crown from 19:00 at R300.00 per person. For more information contact 061 042 8643.

Haenertsburg Festival 29-30 April

The Haenertsburg Food, Wine and Beer Festival will be held on 29 & 30 April 2017 at R20.00 per person. For more information contact mara@ haenertsburg.co.za.

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Die Letsitele Varswater Hengelklub Besigheidsliga word aangebied op 5 tot 6 Mei 2017 by Cramer Dam teen R1000.00 per span van 4. Vir meer inligting skakel Chrizel by 083 985 8220, Danie by 082 807 5523, Hennie by 083 458 9034, Jacques by 082 333 9880 of Deon by 082 772 6433.

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Mind-blowing Fact #25 The average woman spends about 120 hours a year, or five entire days, admiring her reflection in a mirror.

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Spinnekop Almal van ons ken spinnekoppe. Nog ‘n wonder in God se skepping. Het julle al die gedrag van ‘n spinnekop dopgehou?

Dit krap huisvrouens dikwels baie om!

Jy kan vandag sy spinnerak stukkend slaan, maar môre is dit weer daar. Jy kan maar ‘n spinnekop se web verwyder, hy gaan krul nie iewers in ‘n eensame hoekie op en bejammer homself oor die onreg van die lewe nie. Hy begin oor en bou weer en weer. Hy hou nooit op nie. ‘n Spinnekop werk elke dag met oorgawe ongeag wat dalk mag gebeur. Hoekom?

Dis omdat ‘n spinnekop verstaan dat hulle bestaan nie afhanklik is van dinge wat van buite gebeur nie, maar eerder wat hulle in hulle binneste het. Hulle sukses lê in die materiaal, wat hulle in hulle binneste dra. Hulle krag lê in hulle innerlike. Die Bybel sê in 1 Johannes 4:4: “God wat in julle is, is groter as hy wat in die wêreld is.”

Hierdie natuurverskynsel van die spinnekop, sluit pragtig aan by die gedeelte in Nehemia. Die stad Jerusalem is vernietig in 586 nC. Honderd en veertig jaar later kom ‘n man met die naam Nehemia en hy het net een doel, soos hy dit vir die mense van Jerusalem gesê het: “Met die hulp van die Here, kan ons hierdie muur herbou.” Hoor mooi wat Nehemia gesê het, want dit sluit aan by dit wat Paulus gesê het: “Ek is tot alles in staat deur Hom wat my krag gee.” (Filippense 4:13) Met God se krag, want Hy wil dit vir sy kinders gee, kan lewens herbou word, want niks is vir God onmoontlik nie. Hy vernietig dikwels nie die nagevolge van ons verkeerde optredes nie, maar Hy neem die pyn weg en help ons, as ons wil opstaan. Ons lees in Psalm 37:24 dat: “As iemand val, bly hy nie lê nie, want die Here help hom op.”

Miskien is jy, terwyl jy hier lees, so ‘n iemand. Iemand wie se lewe stukkend en vernietig is deur ‘n verkeerde besluit: ontrou aan ‘n lewensmaat, werksverlies, ‘n siekte of dalk was dit regtig iemand anders se skuld. Dan het Nehemia ook vir jou ‘n boodskap: “Niks is by God onmoontlik nie, met die hulp van God kan jy jou lewe herbou.” Leer by die spinnekop, jy het die krag om te herbou, deur God wat in jou leef. Saam met God kan jy oor begin.

Helpende Hand benodig ook JOU helpende hande! Vandag nog!

IN TZANEEN AND CAN’T GO? Gather with other believers and pray in union with those in Bloemfontein 22 April 12:00 -14:00 UNICORN SCHOOL

IN TZANEEN EN KAN NIE GAAN NIE? Kom bymekaar saam met ander gelowiges en bid in eenheid saam met dié in Bloemfontein 22 April 12:00 -14:00 • UNICORN SKOOL

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Stress: An Equal Opportunity Killer This week’s comment from President Zuma claiming that “stress is a white man’s disease” is not only ignorant, but dangerous.

This is also not the first time that the president has used such a narrative. Rhetoric like Zuma’s assertion that “in the Zulu nation, stress does not exist” fuels the stigma associated with Mental Health issues; the low rate of treatment-seeking behaviour; increases distress caused by stress-related illnesses, and destabilises community education and empowerment programmes.

“Stress is most certainly not a racially exclusive disease”, says the South African Depression and Anxiety Group. SADAG, which was instrumental in bringing the recent Life Esidimeni tragedy to light, says that the organisation is troubled by the lack of concern or prioritisation for Mental Health issues. It was because of this kind of neglect for psychiatric patients and a failure to see Mental Health issues as real medical illnesses in need of treatment that over 100 vulnerable patients died at the hands of the Gauteng Department of Health.

“We cannot always remove existing stress before new stress is piled on”, says SADAG’s Director, Cassey Chambers. “And South Africans’ bad stress levels are skyrocketing across the board.” While stress in small doses is a good thing, when life’s demands exceed your ability to cope it can lead to a deterioration of Mental Health and chronic stress can result in physical ailments such as tension headaches, back pain, body aches and irregular sleep, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, even suicide.

Stress can spur peak performance but too

much of it, strains your heart, robs you of memory and mental clarity, and raises your risk of chronic disease. Unhealthy coping skills include things such as alcohol or drug abuse, reckless driving, promiscuity, self-injury, isolation, excessive risk-taking, abuse and violence. “When our own leaders tell us that stress does not exist, how much more shame, guilt, or poor self-worth do we feel? How likely are we to seek help – from anyone?” asks SADAG’s chairperson, Nkini Phasha.

“We still have major shortages in facilities and staff trained to treat mental disorders, particularly in rural areas and have a gross lack of facilities for the poor. Untreated mental disorders cost our economy more than R30 billion every year”, says Phasha.

Since its creation in 1994, a key component of SADAG’s work has been outreach, education and empowerment. Zuma’s comments have the potential power to fuel myths and misconceptions about mental health issues like stress and depression, and “sets us back as a country as we try to reach out to all communities in all regions to help them recognise the warnings signs and consequences of stress, and the importance of seeking help”, says Phasha.

President Zuma should know that there are 23 completed suicides every day in this country and a further 460 attempted suicides every 24 hours by people across ages, races, and cultures. Only through educating people about stress and depression can we reduce the stigma that surrounds mental health issues, and lead to an increase in help-seeking behaviours.

Stress and depression affect people of all ages, from all walks of life and negatively impacts a sufferer’s ability to carry out every-

Betaalstelsel Administrateur ʼn Vakature bestaan by ons hoofkantoor in Mooketsi vir ʼn Betaalstelsel Administrateur. Die posbekleër sal verantwoordelik wees vir die administrasie van die vergoedingstelsels van maatskappye wat deel uitmaak van die ZZ2 Groep. Die diens sal gelewer word binne die raamwerk van die ZZ2 waardestelsel en etiese kode.

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day tasks. Stress has consequences for families, friends, workplaces, communities, and health-care systems. Stress can lead to depression which costs the economy billions a year. According to the WHO, depression will be the second highest cause of morbidity in the world by 2020. More and more people are suffering stress, burn-out and depression.

Research reveals that an average of 18 days are taken off by employees suffering from depression and if an employee has depression but is at work, they are 5 times less productive than an employee who was absent due to depression. “The economic value lost to business due to mental disorders is about 2.2 percent of South Africa’s yearly gross domestic product. “… If I listened to my critics I would have that disease white people call stress but I don’t have it because I know better,” Zuma has been quoted as saying. Another myth about stress is that it is a choice and you can stop feeling stressed or depressed if you want to. “Stress is not something you can turn on and off”, says Phasha. People vary in how long they can tolerate chronic stress, or whether they believe in stress, but the body is affected regardless. “The fact that there is no specific word for stress in our African languages does not mean that it does not exist, it does not mean that the body’s natural physiological reaction does not occur. We are all human after all. Stress sharply increases the

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risk of insomnia, chronic disease and early death – whether you are black or white.”

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) runs a telephonic counselling centre for anyone needing advice or referral to a mental health expert or support group. Call them on 0800 21 22 23. They’re open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm. You can visit their website at www.sadag.org. If, at any point, you have thoughts or feelings that truly disturb you or you feel out of control or feel like you may hurt yourself, don’t wait. Call your doctor or SADAG immediately.

The more we understand about depression and suicide, the better able we all are to help our communities. The abuse of society’s most vulnerable – the mentally ill and poor – by government structures and leaders in place to protect all citizens, must cease.

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Mayor honours educational excellence ALL THE WINNERS Best performing leaners per circuit from Public Schools • • • • • • • • • •

Abel Nortje 93.1% from Ben Voster Tlangelani Shikwambani 92%, Nkowankowa Circuit, Hudson Ntsan’wisi MF Sebelemetja 88%, Mawa Circuit, Ramotshinyadi SM Mohale 86.4% Thabine Circuit, Mafutsane High School Allen Seokoma, 86%, Mafarana, Circuit, Molabisane Kabelo Malatjie, 83.3%, Shiluvane Circuit, Pherehla Maake Musa Khoza, 72.1%, N’wanedzi Circuit, Mbhekwani High School Dineo Machete, 69.9%, Xihoko Circuit, Mapheto Hector Vuma 60.3%, Khujwana Circuit, Matimu High School CM Masedi, Motupa Circuit, Boke, Best Performing Learner per circuit (Independent Schools)

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Minkateko Cindy Mabuza, 94%, Nkowankowa Circuit, St George College Best Performing Educators (Ordinary Public Schools) Best Performing Educators in Mathematics

The Mayor’s Excellence Awards was held at Hotel@Tzaneen on Wednesday last week. During these annual awards, GTM Mayor Maripe Mangena honoured students, teachers, schools and circuit managers for their performances during the school year.

In his address Mangena expressed his hope that the awards would motivate not only the education fraternity within the GTM’s jurisdiction, but the students to perform to the best of their abilities and ensure a brighter future for all.

He quoted struggle icon Oliver Tambo who said a country that does not take care of its youth does not deserve its future and reminded all in attendance of the importance in prioritizing the improvement of the entire public schooling system and matric results in particular.

Mayor Mangena handed the award

for Best Performing Learner from an Independent School to Cindy Mabuza of St George’s College who recorded a 94% average mark.

He also bestowed honours on teachers from ordinary public schools who achieved a 100% pass rate in Accounting, Mathematics and Physical Science.

Shiluvane Circuit and Khujwana Circuit were honoured for being the most improved circuits. Shiluvane Circuit went from 74.4% in 2015 to 74.9% in 2016 and Khujwana Circuit was at 64.5% in 2015 and at 70% in 2016.

Nkowankowa Circuit won the category of the Best Circuit based on enrolment of 500 and above. The circuit had 1 045 learners participating in the 2016 matric examination and 797 of them passed, which is a 74.9% pass rate.

In his address Mangena said that

the municipality assisted 110 students in registering for institutions of higher learning through the Mayor’s Student Financial Aid Scheme (MSFAS). Out of the 11 winning learners four benefited from MSFAS. He said the municipality planned to budget R1 million to assist students in 2018.

The ceremony was attended by councillors, Traditional leaders, circuit managers, labour unions (SADTU and NACTU) and student movement leaders. Also present was Member of provincial legislature, Dan Sebabi, who is also the Chair of Chairpersons at the Limpopo provincial legislature.

All winning students will each receive a laptop, and all winning circuit managers received spa vouchers sponsored by the Zillion Day Spa and Boutique. The GTM partnered with Hotel@Tzaneen, Old Mutual and Zillion Day Spa and Boutique.

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Mushwana CM, Scotch Maboko (Mafarana Circuit) Mampa NC, Pherehla Maake (Shilivana Circuit) Mabidilala MG, Senwabakgolo (Mawa Circuit) Manzini, Matimu High School, Khujwana Circuit Best Performing Educators in Physical Science

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Tshepe FS, Cata High School, Mafarana Circuit Shikwambana DD, Dumela High School, Shiluvana Circuit Nkwinika JL, Zivuko, Nkowankowa Circuit Best Performing Educators in Accounting

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Hutamo MH, Sedan High (Mafarana Circuit) Mashete MS, Professor, (Mafarana Circuit) Nhlangwani NO, Scotch Maboko (Mafarana Circuit) Shivambu N, Mawhawha, (N’wanedzi Circuit) Letseku MH, Bokgaga, (Shiluvana Circuit) Madiba RM, Matseko, (Motupa Circuit) Mhlongo MJ, Huidson Ntsan’wisi, (Nkowankowa Circuit)

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Shiluvane Circuit 74.4% in 2015 to 74.9% in 2016 Khujwana Circuit (64.5% in 2015 to 70% in 2016)

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Legals | Geregtelik IN THE MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR THE SUB-DISTRICT OF TZANEEN HELD AT TZANEEN Case No. 1703/2016 In the matter between TZANEEN STAAL INDUSTRIEË (EDMS) BPK Judgment Creditor And VALOTYPE 149 CC t/a NTLOU FINANCIAL SERVICES 1st Judgment Debtor TLOU VICTOR BOSHOMANE 2nd Judgment Debtor AUCTION IN PURSUANCE of a Judgment and Warrant of Execution issued in the above Court for district of TZANEEN the under mentioned goods have been attached, and will be sold in execution for cash or Bank Guaranteed cheque to the highest bidder at 10H00 ON 11 MAY 2017 AT THE SHERIFF LETABA’S STORE ROOM, MAIN STORE NO. 2 INDUSTRIA ROAD 20, TZANEEN. 1. The sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgment obtained in the above honourable court.

2. The rules of the auction is available 24 hours prior to the auction at the office of the Sheriff, 33A Pieter Joubert Street, Tzaneen.

3. Registration as a buyer is pre-requisite subject to a specific condition, inter alia.

4. Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008; (Url http://www.info.gov. za/view/downloadfileaction?id-99961); 5. FICA legislation i.r.o. proof of identity and address particulars; payment of registration deposit of R500.00 in cash.

6. The office of the Sheriff will conduct the sale with the auctioneers being Tertius Robertson or Christie Bouwer.

7. Goods will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder or sold subject to confirmation as per the Consumer Protection Act upon instructions from the execution creditor.

GOODS 1. 1 X SAMSUNG PRINTER; 2. 1 X 2 PIECE OFFICE DESK; 3. 2 X DESKS; 4. 6 X GARDEN CHAIRS; 5. 4 X OFFICE CHAIRS; 6. 1 X OFFICE STATIONARY;

7. 1 X RECEPTION DESK. DATED at TZANEEN this 28 March 2017.

(Sgd)WF BASSON STEWART MARITZ BASSON INC. LEX NUMERI 32 Peace Street, Tzaneen Ref: WFB/EM/T627 22 STEPHAN VAN RENSBURG Apr301___________________________

IN THE MAGISTRATES COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF LETABA HELD AT GA-KGAPANE Case no: 596/2016 In the matter between: T.M. MBOWENI EXECUTION CREDITOR and MANGENA MP T/A MEREKOME FUNERAL SERVICES EXECUTION DEBTOR AUCTION PURSUANT to a judgement by the magistrate TZANEEN granted on 26 JUNE 2009 the under mentioned goods will be sold at 11h00 on 12 MAY 2017 by public auction to be held at THE SHERIFF BOLOBEDU OFFICE, NO. 1 HANSMERENSKY STREET, MODJADJISKLOOF by the sheriff of the Magistrates Court to the highest bidder for cash, namely: 1 X WHITE TOYOTA CONDOR (NJM 925 GP) 1. This sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgment obtained in the above honourable Court.

2. The rules of the auction is available 24 hours prior to the auction at THE SHERIFF BOLOBEDU OFFICE, NO. 1 HANSMERENSKY STREET, MODJADJISKLOOF 3. Registration as a buyer is pre-requisite to a specific condition, inter alia.

4. Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008; (Url http://www.info.gov. za/view/downloadfileaction?99961) 5. FICA legislation in respect of proof of identity and address particulars, payment of registration deposit of R500.00 in cash.

6. The office of the Sheriff will conduct the sale with the auctioneers.

7. Goods will be sold for cash

only to the highest bidder or sold subject to confirmation as per the Consumer Protection Act upon instructions from the execution creditor.

SIGNED at TZANEEN on the 4th day of APRIL 2017.

ATTORNEYS FOR EXECUTION CREDITOR STEPHAN VAN RENSBURG ATTORNEYS RENCOLE RIDGE BUILDING 11 LOOP STREET P O BOX 720, TZANEEN Tel: 015 307 4458 Fax: 015 307 1253 Email: invorderings@vanrensburgprok.co.za Ref: WM0039/rb/SJVR Apr302___________________________

NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 34 OF THE INSOLVENCY ACT Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 34 of the Insolvency Act, number 34 of 1936, as amended, that DORISET (PTY) LTD, registration number: 2011/112169/07 trading as BUILT IT NAMAKGALE, Droebult Farm, Portion 27, Namakgale, intends selling some goods and assets to RIGHT STUFF TRADERS, registration number: 2017/128590/07, with effect of 30 (Thirty) days after the last publication of this notice, where after the purchaser will carry on the business for his own account and benefit at the same address.

Signed at TZANEEN on this 6 day of APRIL 2017. (signed) S. JANSE VAN RENSBURG STEPHAN VAN RENSBURG ATTORNEYS ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF RENCOLE RIDGE OFFICE PARK 11 LOOP STREET, TZANEEN Tel: (015) 307 4458 Fax: (015) 307 1253 Email: stephanproc@mweb. co.za Ref: GR0033/blr/SJVR Apr303___________________________

KENNISGEWING IN TERME VAN ARTIKEL 34 VAN DIE INSOLVENSIE WET Kennis geskied hiermee, in terme van artikel 34 van die Insolvensie Wet, nommer 34 van 1936, soos gewysig, dat DORISET (EDMS) BPK,

Registrasie nommer: 2011/112169/07, handeldrywend as BUILD IT NAMAKGALE, Plaas Droebult, Gedeelte no 27, Namakgale, van voorneme is om sommige goedere en bates te verkoop aan RIGHT STUFF TRADERS, met registrasie nommer: 2017/128590/07, vanaf 30 (dertig) dae na die laaste publikasie van hierdie kennisgewing, waarna die koper voort sal gaan met die besigheid vir sy eie rekening en voordeel, by dieselfde adres.

Geteken te TZANEEN op hierdie 6 dag van APRIL 2017. (signed) S. JANSE VAN RENSBURG STEPHAN VAN RENSBURG ATTORNEYS ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF RENCOLE RIDGE OFFICE PARK 11 LOOP STREET, TZANEEN Tel: (015) 307 4458 Fax: (015) 307 1253 Email: stephanproc@mweb. co.za Ref: GR0033/blr/SJVR Apr304___________________________

IN THE MAGISTRATES’ COURT FOR THE SUB-DISTRICT OF TZANEEN HELD AT TZANEEN Case Number: 2036/12 In the case between: CERILO 171 BK T/A HI-Q TZANEEN EXECUTION CREDITOR and MR ALWYN KRUGER (ID: 670220 5137 008) EXECUTION DEBTOR NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION PURSUANT to a judgment by the magistrate TZANEEN given on 04 FEBRUARY 2013 the under mentioned goods will be sold at 10:00 on 11 MAY 2017 by public auction to be held at Sheriff Letaba’s store room, Main store no. 2 Industrial road 20, Tzaneen by the Sheriff for the Magistrates Court, TZANEEN to the highest bidder for cash, namely: 1 X 2 SAMSUNG TV 1 X SONY DVD SYSTEM 1 X 3 PIECE LOUNGE SUITE 1 X 1 BEDROOM SUITE 1 X 1 TEK TV 1 X OFFICE DESK 1 X SPINNING BICYCLE 1 X COMPUTER STAND

2 X LOG CHAIRS 1 X TROJAN CONCEPT GYM 1 X 3 DOOR FRIDGEMASTER FRIDGE 1 X 5 PIECE DINING ROOM SUITE 1 X DEFY AUTO DRY 1 X TURBO TOPLOADER SIGNED at TZANEEN on the 4th day of APRIL 2017. (sgn) RUAN VORSTER ATTORNEYS FOR EXECUTION CREDITOR RUAN VORSTER ATTORNEYS 32 HARRY DILLEY STREET TZANEEN 0850 Email: enica@rvorster.co.za Tel: 015 307 6797 Ref: E NDLOVU File No: AA8926 SALE NOTICE 1. This sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgement obtained in the above honourable court.

2. The rules of the auction is available 24 hours prior to the auction at the office of the Sheriff, 33A PIETER JOUBERT STREET, TZANEEN. 3. Registration as a buyer is a pre-requisite subject to a specific conditions, inter alia.

4. Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008; (URLhttp://www.info.gov. za/view/downloadfileaction?id-99961) 5. FICA legislation i.r.o proof of identity and address particulars; payment of registration deposit of R500.00 in cash.

6. The office of the Sheriff will conduct the sale with the auctioneers being Tertius Robertson or any representative of his office.

7. Goods will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder or sold subject to confirmation as per the Consumer Protection Act upon instructions from the execution creditor.

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IN THE MAGISTRATES’ COURT FOR THE SUB-DISTRICT OF TZANEEN HELD AT TZANEEN Case Number: 2036/12 In the case between: CERILO 171 BK T/A HI-Q TZANEEN EXECUTION CREDITOR and MR ALWYN KRUGER (ID: 670220 5137 008) EXECUTION DEBTOR

SECURITY IN TERMS OF RULE 38 WHEREAS the said Execution Creditor obtained judgment in this court against the said Execution Debtor on the in the sum of R7, 045.15 together with the sum of R319.15 for costs; AND whereas under the said judgment execution has been issued and property has been attached; NOW THEREFORE the said Execution Creditor, RUAN VORSTER ATTORNEYS, 32 HARRY DILLEY STREET TZANEEN binds himself/ themselves to the sheriff of the aforesaid court that if the attachment be hereafter set aside, he will satisfy any lawful claim against him by the said Execution Debtor for damages suffered by the said Execution Debtor by reason of the said attachment; AND of binds himself as surety and co-principal debtor in the sum not exceeding R (UNLIMITED) fpr the due fulfilment by the said execution creditor of the obligation undertaken by him.

SIGNED at TZANEEN on the 4th day of APRIL 2017.

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IN THE MAGISTATES COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF TZANEEN HELD AT TZANEEN NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71(A)(1) – AUCTION In terms of Section 71(A) (1) under mentioned goods will be sold to cover storage fees and the sheriff ’s costs at the SHERIFF LETABA’S STORE ROOM, 20 INDUSTRIA ROAD, MAIN STORE NO.2, INDUSTRIAL AREA, TZANEEN, on 11 MAY 2017 by public auction to be held at 10:00, by the Sheriff for the Magistrates Court, to the highest bidder for cash namely: CASE NUMBER: 544/2016 NORTHERN SPARK TRADING 389 (PTY) LTD T/A NORTERN SECURITY EXECUTION CREDITOR and MR ANDRE GROBLER EXECUTION DEBTOR

1 X RED TOOLBOX 1 X CAZEBO 1 X YAMAHA SCRAMBLER 426 (NO REGISTRATION) 1. This sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgement obtained in the above honourable court.

2. The rules of the auction is available 24 hours prior to the auction at the office of the Sheriff, 33 A Pieter Joubert street, Tzaneen.

3. Registration as a buyer is pre-requisite subject to a specific conditions, inter alia.

4. Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008; (URLhttp://www.info.gov. za/view/downloadfileaction?id-99961) 5. FICA legislation i.r.o proof of identity and address particulars; payment of registration deposit of R500.00 in cash.

6. The office of the Sheriff will conduct the sale with the auctioneers being Tertius Robertson or any representative of his office.

7. Goods will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder or sold subject to confirmation as per the Consumer Protection Act upon instructions from the execution creditor.

DATED AT TZANEEN ON 10 APRIL 2017 TERTIUS ROBERTSON SHERIFF LETABA (TZANEEN) 33 A PIETER JOUBERT STREET, TZANEEN Apr307___________________________

IN THE MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR THE SUB DISTRICT OF TZANEEN HELD AT TZANEEN CASE NO: 1301/15 In the matter between: 3D PARES (PTY) LTD T/A TZANEEN TRUCK PARTS CENTRE Execution Creditor and LEWIS MALEBATI T/A MALEBATLOU Execution Debtor NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION PURSUANT to a judgment by the Magistrate, TZANEEN, given on 20 NOVEMBER 2015 the under mentioned goods will be sold at SHERIFF LETABA’S STORE ROOM, MAIN STORE NO 2, INDUSTRIA ROAD 20, TZANEEN

by the Sheriff of the Magistrate’s Court, TZANEEN at 10:00 on 11 MAY 2017 to the highest bidder for cash: 1. 1 x Samsung side by side fridge 2. 1 x 7 piece dining room suite 3. 1 x coffee table 4. 1 x 3 piece lounge suite 5. 1 x ACER laptop 6. 1 x Samsung Microwave 7. 1 x Fujisu Complete Computer 8. 1 x LG LCD TV 9. 1 x wing back chair 10. 1 x TV stand 11. 1 x VW Golf CTI reg nr.

FDV 871 N 12. 1 x 3 piece bedroom suite AUCTION: This sale is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgment obtained in the above honourable court.

The rules of the auction is available 24 hours prior to the auction at the office of the Sheriff, 33A Pieter Joubert street, Tzaneen.

Registration as a buyer is a pre-requisite subject to a specific conditions, interalia.

Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008; (URLhttp://www.info.gov. za/view/downloadfileaction?id-99961) FICA legislation i.r.o proof of identity and address particulars; payment of registration deposit of R500.00 in cash.

The office of the Sheriff will conduct the sale with the auctioneers being Tertius Robertson or any representative of his office.

Goods will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder or sold subject to confirmation as per the Consumer Protection Act upon instructions from the execution creditor.

SIGNED AT TZANEEN ON THIS 18th DAY OF APRIL 2017 (sgd) P COETZER COETZER ATTORNEYS 24 AGATHA STREET TZANEEN 0850 TEL 015 – 307 7524 / 7585 REF: P COETZER/es/D00092 Apr308___________________________

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Wolkie atlete presteer goed

Chloe Du Plessis.

Gedurende die onlangse Beweging vir Christelike Volkseie Onderwys (BCVO) SA’s Atletiek byeenkoms op DP De Villiers stadion in Sasolburg, het ‘n paar van Wolkberg CVO skool se atlete uitsekende prestasies gelewer.

Chloe Du Plessis het ‘n goue medalje in die Turbospies item gewen en ‘n vyfde plek in die 60m naellope vir dogters o/9 los gehardloop. Sy het ook die rekord vir die Turbospies verbeter. Clarize Olivier het deelgeneem aan die dogters o/7 naellope en het ‘n silwer medalje in die 80m and ‘n vierde plek in die 60m en 600m items verower.

Clarize Olivier.

Plasie spore in die sand

Ruiter vaar goed Wolkberg Akademie spog met hul eie kampioen perderuiter. Dalienke Grobbelaar het in die week van 5 tot 8 April in Parys, by die jaarlikse Horse and Wine Show, met haar perd Mariza gaan deelneem. Daar het dié paartjie die titel van Reserwe Tweegang Kampioen in die ouderdomsklas 8-12 jaar verower.

Herman Grové, Ryan Jackson, Amelia Middleton, Chelsea Schlebusch en Anri McLean.

Vier Presidentstoekenners en drie onderwysers van Hoërskool Merensky het van 6 tot 13 April meer as 1500km gereis om aan die OosKaapse kus die bekende Strandloper-staproete aan te pak. Hierdie aktiwiteit is deel van die Goue Presidentstoekennersprogram.

Die staptog van meer as 80 kilometer, het begin by Kei-Mouth en oor vier dae is daar al langs die kus, verby Double Mouth, Haga-Haga en Beacon Valley se pragtige strande tot in Gonubie (naby Oos-London) gestap.

Die groep het allerlei seelewe gesien: see-anemone, seesterre, krefies, seekastaiings (pampoen-

tjies) en dolfyne was aan die orde van die dag. ‘n Rob en ‘n seekat wat van kleur verander, het ook deel uitgemaak van die avontuur.

Alhoewel net seesand verwag is, moes die stappers soms oor klipperige terrein stap en selfs, met behulp van kettings, oor hoë kranse klim.

Met rugsak en al is die groep deur riviermonde en oor hoë sandduine.

Hierdie verrassings het vir baie pret gesorg en was van onskatbare waarde vir dié doelgerigte Plasies wat hierdie jaar die “groot goud” najaag.

Die stappers bedank mee. Yolandé Rautenbach en Ada Venter en mnr.

Seph Oosthuizen wat hul ondersteun het op die staptog.

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Merensky se Waterberg-twee Twee ruiters van Hoërskool Merensky het gedurende die skoolvakansie aan ‘n paar uithou perdritte in Modimolle en Schweizer-Reyneke gaan deelneem. Danielle Breed, ‘n Merenksy-leerling, het 80 kilometer in vyf ure en 45 minute afgelê tydens die Waterberg uithourit vir ‘n algehele vierde plek terwyl ‘n onderwyser, Alexandra Dreyer, nie minder nie as twee uithouritte voltooi het.

Gedurende die eerste rit, op 1 April in Schweizer-Reyneke, het Dreyer ‘n nasionale tyd aangeteken en in sesde posisie algeheel geindig. Sy het ook later aan die Wolkberg-rit deelgeneem en dié rit in ‘n tyd van 5:21:00 voltooi.

Danielle Breed.

Larries win in White River

Letsitele Varswater Hengelklub bied aan:

Die Mei 2017 Besigheidsliga 5 tot 6 Mei 2017 Vanaf 17:00 Vrydag to 16:00 Saterdag

Cramer Dam op Letaba Landgoed R1000 per span van 4 hengllaars Alle spesies (Karp, Baber, Kurper en Baars)

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Pryse: R2000 kontant en die wisseltrofee met “bragging rights” vir die Wenspan R1000 kontant per spesie Kudu karkas vir individu met die swaarste sak Baie geluktrekkings tydens die prysuitdeling

Reëls: Let net asseblief op die volgende reëls tydens die kompetisie 1.) Dit is ‘n swaarste sak kompetisie vir die span.

2.) Elke span se grootste vier visse per spesie sal tel vir die span. (m.a.w elke span se 4 grootste Karps, Babers, Bass ensovoorts sal tel) 3.) Daar mag gevoer word, maar slegs vanaf 17:00 die Vrydag wanneer die kompetisie begin, nie voor dit nie.

4.) Daar word teww stokke per hengellaar toegelaat.

5.) Daar word geen bote toegelaat nie.

6.) Slegs visse langer as 20cm sal geweeg word (Behalwe Kurpers 15cm).

7.) Geen dooie vis sal geweeg word nie.

8.) Voertuie sal tydens ingang na en uitgang vanaf Letaba Landgoed deursoek word (dit is ‘n sekuriteits reël van die Landgoed).

9.) Hou asseblief die damme en Landgoed netjies en skoon, hulle stel dit uit hulle goedheid beskikbaar aan ons vir gebruik.

10.) Sodra ‘n span betaal het, mag die span solank sy plek by die dam bespreek.

11.) Die span mag sy kampplek begin opslaan vanaf 15:00 Vrydag 5 Mei, nadat jou plek bespreek is.

Rapporteer asseblief net eers by die inweegpunt in Vrydag 5 Mei. 12.) Plekke kan bespreek word by Letsitele Varswater Hengelklub bestuur.

13.) Daar sal kontantpryse wees vir die individue wat die grootste spesies ingeweeg het.

First team fly half, Janco Grobler with Wikus Joubert and Carl Dohse in the background.

The Laerskool Tzaneen Primary rugby teams spent their school holidays on the White River Primary school fields down in Mpumalanga. There, they faced the might of rugby teams from Nelspruit, Gauteng and Phalaborwa in a series of friendly matches.

The u/11 Larrie team lost their match against Goedehoop from Secunda by 12 points to 15, tied against Wonderboom and won their next three matches against President Steyn (Alberton) 39-0, Laerskool Laeveld (Nelspruit) 43-5, and Randhart (Alberton) 46-0.

The second team lost two games against

Constantia Park from Pretoria (3-7) and Goedehoop with a score of 12-15. They tied in their game against Wonderboom on 5 points each.

Games against Phalaborwa Noord and Lynnwood were won 25-24 and 10-0 respectively.

The First team lost only one game of the five they played during their Lowveld tour and that was against Randhart when they conceded by 5 points to 15. After that, the team went on to win all their games and recorded good victories against Goedehoop (29-17), Steelpoort (36-14), Laerskool Laeveld (26-12) and Nelspruit Primary (57-0).

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Four silvers for finale

Laerskool Tzaneen Primary is known for producing great swimmers. This past week eight of their young swimmers competed in the South African Regional Level 2 and 3 Championships in Pretoria and Germiston respectively.

Two of the boys, Jason Bosman (11) and Juan Meintjes (12) took to the water at Hillcrest in the Level 3 champs. Although their finishes were just short of the top ten, the boys were given a taste of competition at national level and the experience is sure to serve them well as their careers progress.

The nine-year old Elné Haynes competed in five events during her Level 2 gala in Germiston. She competed in an age group higher, against girls aged 10, and did exceptionally well considering the age-difference.

Larike Joubert (11) and Donia Smit (12) also faired really well. Smit swam a time of 3:09,30 in the 200m Backstroke and was placed 12thwhile Joubert achieved a 6th place in the 50m Fly with a time of 40,58.

Tashné Opperman (12) recorded a time of 46,55 in the 50m Breast stroke and achieved a 12th place.

Markus Theron (12) had a really good gala and swam in three finals of the four events he com-

Markus Theron during his breast stroke event.

peted in. He was placed 4th in the 50m Breast stroke in a time of 46,75 and won two silver medals in the 100m Breast stroke (1:40,51) and 200m Breast stroke.

The other two silver medals belonged to Ockert Schoeman (13). He swam in six finals of the eight events he competed in and achieved a second place in the 50m Backstroke in a time of 35,82. His second silver medal was earned in the 100m Back which he finished in 1:17,05. He finished the 200m Backstroke in 4th place with a time of 2:52,47 and the 50m Fly in 5th place with 35,24 seconds.

“A big shout out to these young swimmers and their coaches, Johan Grobbe-

Ockert Schoeman in the 50m breast stroke.

laar of Shamu Swimming Club and Hein and Liesl Toerien of Tzaneen Amateur Swimming Club,” said Ula Schoeman of Laerskool Tzaneen Primary. “Congratulations on your achievements, what a way to end the season!”

Larike Joubert at the sart of her race.