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Pedestrian safety growing concern
Pedestrian safety on Western Cape roads is a growing concern.
Over the past three weeks 33 pedestrians have lost their lives in road-traffic incidents across the Western Cape, making up a significant portion of the 60 fatalities recorded in this period
So, the Western Cape Government is deeply concerned about the safety of pedestrians, who remain among the most vulnerable road users. These statistics paint a stark picture of the dangers on the province’s roads and underscore the critical need for heightened pedestrian-safety awareness.
“It is concerning that almost 55% of fatalities on our roads involve pedestrians, with several more hospitalised. These incidents not only cause immense grief and suffering, but also bring economic challenges to the affected families and loved ones. Our traffic law-enforcement officers will continue to help prevent pedestrian
incidents by enforcing traffic laws and responding to pedestrian incidents Upholding traffic regulations, including speed limits, signals and road signs, can enhance overall road safety. We all have a part to play in keeping our roads safe and achieving the target of halving deaths and serious injuries on our roads,” said Muneera Allie, Head of Communication, Western Cape Mobility Department.
Factors such as alcohol consumption, jaywalking and speeding contribute significantly to the high incidence of fatalities
Compliance with traffic laws by both drivers and pedestrians is crucial for enhancing pedestrian safety
While walking is an excellent way to exercise, travel, get to work or enjoy the outdoors, it is essential to avoid risky behaviours like crossing streets outside of designated crossings, pedestrian bridges or dangerous highways. Such actions can lead to severe accidents, injuries, and even fatalities.
Speeding can have a significant impact on pedestrian safety. Any speed above 30 km/h increases the risk of a pedestrian sustaining serious or fatal injuries if hit by a vehicle. The risk of a crash increases with the speed of the vehicle since it takes longer to stop. The driver also has less time to react to avoid a collision, or could lose control of the vehicle completely Drivers should be vigilant and slow down in areas of high pedestrian activity, particularly around schools and shopping centres.
SAFETYTIPSFORPEDESTRIANS:
• Be visible – wear bright or reflective clothing, especially at night or in low-light conditions
Use designated crossings – always cross at pedestrian crossings, traffic lights, or pedestrian bridges, where available
• Stay alert – avoid distractions such as using your phone or wearing headphones while walking near traffic.
• Look both ways – always check
Suid-Afrika ‘bekroon’ as land met swakste bestuurders
Suid-Afrika is die tweede agtereenvolgende jaar aangewys as die gevaarlikste land ter wêreld om in te bestuur Volgens navorsing deur Zutobi, ’n aanlyn bestuurdersopleiding-hulpbron, beklee Suid-Afrika die eerste plek op hierdie onbenydenswaardige ranglys
Ten spyte van ’n snelwegspoedbeperking van 120 km/h – soortgelyk aan veiliger lande soos Noorweë – sukkel SuidAfrika met min mense wat sitplekgordels gebruik Slegs 31% van die voorste insittendes gespe vas teenoor Noorweë se 97,8%
Die faktore wat ontleed is, het ’n geraamde 24,5 padverkeersterftes per 100000 van die bevolking aan die lig gebring Suid-Afrika het ook die hoogste aantal alkoholverwante padverkeersterftes – ’n ontstellende 57,5%
Ná Suid-Afrika volg Thailand en die Verenigde State as die gevaarlikste lande, terwyl Noorweë, Ysland en Japan as die veiligste lande om in te bestuur, aangewys is
Padongelukke tydens vakansies
Padsterftes in Suid-Afrika word dikwels met groot vakansies geassosieer. Paasnaweek- en feestydreise lei altyd tot ’n toename in sterftes
Suid-Afrika se padgeweld is elke jaar ’n nasionale bekommernis
Onlangs het beleidmakers en bedryfsleiers ’n bespreking gedeel met die doel om oplossings vir hierdie pro-
bleem te vind
Die uitvoerende hoof van Aware org, Mokebe Thulo, wat hierdie gesprek gelei het, het bestuurdergedrag sowel as die kwessie van voetgangers beklemtoon
“In verlede jaar se syfers is minstens 40% van sterftes in padvoorvalle aan die einde van die jaar aan voetgangers toegeskryf
“Wat bestuurdergedrag betref, sluit dit bestuurders in wat onder die invloed van alkohol bestuur, bestuurdermoegheid, bestuurders wat nie die padreëls volg nie, bestuurders wat te vinnig ry en nie sitplekgordels dra nie, en motors wat nie padwaardig is nie,” het Thulo gesê
Sy het genoem dat die padveiligheidsprogram sedertdien daarin geslaag het om hierdie probleme te verminder Die program, wat reeds in Gauteng ingestel is, behels wetstoepassing, insluitend die Johannesburgse Metropolitaanse Polisie (JMPD) en die Padverkeersbestuurskorporasie (RTMC)
“Gauteng was een van die drie provinsies wat ’n afname ervaar het Ons sien meer wetstoepassing wat korrek gebruik word. Dit sluit sigbaarheid en padblokkades in, sowel as bestuurders wat getoets word,” het Thulo gesê
Die syfers beklemtoon kritieke punte vir verbetering in padveiligheid en bestuurdergedrag in Suid-Afrika, terwyl regeringsinisiatiewe poog om die situasie te verbeter
for oncoming vehicles before stepping onto the road, even at marked crossings
• Follow traffic signals – wait for the green pedestrian light before crossing and ensure vehicles have stopped. Walk facing traffic – if there is no pavement or dedicated pedestrian area, always walk facing oncoming traffic.
SAFETYTIPSFORDRIVERS:
• Reduce speed in pedestrian areas – slow down in high-foottraffic zones such as schools, residential areas, and at crossings.
• Be extra cautious at night –
pedestrians can be harder to see in low-light conditions
• Yield to pedestrians – always stop for pedestrians at crossings and intersections
• Avoid distractions – put mobile devices away and stay focused on the road.
Check blind spots – be aware of pedestrians when making turns, reversing or pulling out of driveways.
• Never overtake at pedestrian crossings – if another vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian, do not overtake; someone may be crossing
“Our children, the elderly and pedestrians are among the most vulnerable on our roads,” added Allie “Ensuring their safety is a shared responsibility that requires vigilance from both drivers and pedestrians I urge all road users to be extra cautious, obey traffic laws, and look out for one another Together, we can prevent these tragic losses and make the Western Cape’s roads safer for everyone.”
Overberg elects District Community Policing Forum
The Overberg District Community Policing Forum election was held on Thursday 10 April in the Caledon Town Hall, following the election of community policing forums at station level.
It was reported that 14 of the 15 CPF chairpersons attended this important event facilitated by Fagrodien Johnson of the Western Cape Department of Community Safety (POCS) and observed by Sebastiaan Abrahams, the deputy chairperson of the Western Cape Provincial CPF Board, the acting Overberg District Commissioner Colonel Mbuyiseli Mtingani and Colonel Noluthando Mondi of the Overberg District Office.
Melvin Davids from Caledon was elected Overberg District CPF chairman with Pastor Enrico Adams from Swellendam as the deputy chairperson. June Maar-
man from Hermanus, a retired police colonel, was appointed as the treasurer, Ivan Boshoff from Napier as the Public Relations Officer, David Williams from Grabouw as head of projects and Sergeant Tembinkosi Gweyi from Caledon as the secretary.
The new chairperson, Melvin Davids, stated he aimed to lead with trust in the police while constructively holding them accountable. He added: “Let’s be supportive in our oversight role of the police and of the safety of the community and, hopefully, this way we can foster the best positive and productive relationships possible.”
Col Mtingani said: “I am looking forward to our partnership in creating a safe and secure environment for our communities.”
The Overberg District Community Policing Forum was elected recently They are Sebastiaan Abrahams (WC Prov CPF Board Deputy Chair), Col Mbuyiseli Mtingani (Acting Overberg District Commissioner), Melvin Davids, Col Mondi, Fagrodien Johnson (POCS), Ivan Boshoff, David Williams, Sergeant Tembinkosi Gweyi, June Marman and Pastor Enrico Adams
Coetzer vermaak Herberg-inwoners
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Die oggend van 1 April was een van pure pret en plesier vir die inwoners, personeel en gaste van die Tafelronde Herberg in Caledon.
Die verrigtinge is op ’n vrolike noot ingelui toe Agnes Stewart, die Badisa-voorsitter, die liedjie “Kuumba” bekendgestel het. Kuumba is ’n fiktiewe karakter wat in Reënboogland woon en Badisa beoog om dié karakter in sy kinderbeskerm–ingsprojekte te gebruik.
Irene Cupido, die bestuurder van die Tafelronde Herberg, sê al is die liedjie vir kinders
geskryf, geld dit ook seniors.
Ná die opwinding van die “Kuumba”-liedjie was daar ’n veel groter verrassing vir die inwoners toe Avbob Caledon die bekende sanger, Chris Coetzer, gereël het om hulle te vermaak. Coetzer was vir sowat 16 jaar saam met Jannie Moolman en Phillip Kotzee deel van die Drie Tenore. Op sy innemende manier het Coetzer die inwoners bekoor.
“Seniors het ’n spesiale plek in my hart. Ek versorg tans albei my bejaarde ouers en dit is belangrik om elke dag te sien wat ’n mens terugplant in seniors se lewens. Dis ook belangrik om positief te wees en
om die regte dinge te sê. Dit was vir my so ’n voorreg om vir die inwoners van die Herberg op te tree, want hulle is regtig nog baie jeugdig,” sê Coetzer.
“Avbob gaan nie net oor die dood en begrafnisse nie; ons is betrokke by gemeenskappe Dit is ons doel om deel van ons gemeenskap te wees. Dit is altyd heerlik om te sien hoe mense die optredes geniet,” sê Christa Myburgh van Avbob Caledon.
“Dit was ’n heerlike oggend vol opwinding en ons is so dankbaar vir Avbob,” sê Irene Cupido
Ná die sang en dans kon almal smul aan kolwyntjies wat deur Avbob verskaf is.
Inwoners, personeel en gaste van die Tafelronde Herberg het Chris Coetzer se optrede wat deur Avbob aangebied is, terdeë geniet Foto: Mitzi Buys
More than just a pretty face
For Samantha Gillion entering the Mrs South Africa 2025 competition is about much more than competing for a title; it is a mission of purpose, faith and empowerment, inspiring women and young girls.
The mother of two said she decided to enter the competition after much prayer and reflection because she believes in the values and pillars of the Mrs South Africa competition, namely self-development, community, networking and guiding married women towards becoming the best version of themselves; these align seamlessly with her life’s mission.
“My reason for entering is deeply rooted in love, for family and friends, for women who need to know their worth and, above all, my love for Christ, who has called me to this mission. Through this journey I pray to be a light, helping others find the same confidence, peace and love that has transformed my life.”
Gillion grew up in Hawston and lived in Johannesburg before moving back to the area where she met her husband
Ranvor. They have two children, RJ and Aimee, and they currently split their time between Gordon’s Bay during the week, for work, and weekends at home in Hawston
One thing about Gillion that stands out is her passion for uplifting young women. To this effect she co-founded Edify Her, a community project that offers workshops designed to “help young girls discover their worth, embrace their identity in Christ and walk boldly in confidence”
Faith, suffice to say, is a big driving force in Gillion’s life.
She explained: “As women we often struggle with self-worth and identity, but I believe that true confidence is rooted in faith. My heart beats for empowering others to discover their God-given identity and to live boldly in their purpose.”
This led her to write a book entitled Love Says “My book reflects my personal journey of discovering the unconditional love of Christ and how it transformed my life. Through this book I hope to share the life-changing power of God’s love with others, particularly young girls. Love Says is avail-
able on Amazon, and I dream of getting it into the hands of as many young girls as possible at no cost, so they can experience this transformative love for themselves and begin to see their own value and purpose in God’s eyes.”
Being a participant in the Mrs South Africa competition, for Gillion, is an opportunity to showcase the values she holds dear – faith, empowerment and service.
“The pillars of the Mrs SA competition – self-development, community, network and platform – align perfectly with my core values. Self-development is about growing in confidence and embracing our full potential, which is rooted in my journey with Christ.
“Community is close to my heart as I believe in supporting and uplifting others, particularly women and young girls, as we walk together in faith.
“Through our community project, Edify Her, I have the privilege of hosting workshops for young girls, helping them discover their worth in Christ and build unshakable confidence.
“Networking is an essen-
Caledon-VLV hou naam hoog
MitziBuys
Die Caledon-tak van die vrouelandbouvereniging (VLV) het weer die trofeë tydens die Overberg-sirkelkonferensie, wat op 19 Maart in Bredasdorp gehou is, ingeryg Die sirkel bestaan uit sewe takke, naamlik Bredasdorp, Caledon, Gansbaai, Hermanus, Jongensklip, Kleinmond en Villiersdorp
Dié sewe trofeë, wat gewissel het van die trofee vir die tak met die meeste inskrywings by die konferensie tot ’n trofee vir fotografie, wat met trots by die maandelikse vergadering op 10April tentoongestel is
Die voorsitter van die Caledon-tak, Corrie Fogwell, het die trofee vir die lid wat die meeste punte vir deelname aan kompetisies behaal het, verower
Die sirkelpresident, Elbe Fourie, het oor die konferensie terugvoer gegee. Sy het tydens dié geleentheid ook ’n spesiale toekenning aan Retha Skein
tial aspect of connecting with like-minded women who share the same desire to impact the world, and I’m excited to build these connections Finally, the platform is something I am grateful for, as it allows me to share my story, amplify God’s love, and encourage others to embrace their worth and purpose in Him.
“I am deeply committed to serving young girls and empowering mothers so they can be the guiding light their daughters need.”
Gillion invites her community to walk alongside her in this journey. “Your prayers, support, and encouragement mean the world to me I would be deeply grateful for your prayers, SMS voting and for sharing my journey on the Mrs South Africa Instagram and Facebook pages.”
Voting can be done until the first week in July as the Top 30 finalists will be announced on 4 July.
.For more updates and to support Samantha Gillion follow her journey on social media: Instagram Sam_gillion; Facebook Samantha Deutchen Gillion. To vote, SMS “Samantha Gillion” to 47587.
VLV-lede met die trofeë wat die Caledontak by die konferensie verower het. Agter is Eldien van Rooyen, Gertruida du Buisson, Corrie Fogwell en Sarah van Wyk. Voor is Louise Pyper, Adri Liebenberg, Sanna May en Elbe Fourie Foto: Mitzi Buys
oorhandig vir haar lewensbydrae aan die VLV-sirkel-Overberg, VLV-Caledon en die Caledongemeenskap Skein is al langer as 50 jaar ’n VLV-lid en het geen bekendstelling nodig nie Sy is ’n geliefde en gerespekteerde lid van die Caledon-taken-gemeenskap, waar sy ook op ander gebiede betrokke is Sy was die Caledon-voorsitter sedert haar aansluiting Sy doen ook al die Caledon-beoordeling en gee altyd die regte raad wat daartoe lei dat lede meer vaardig word. Op dié byeenkoms het Tirsa Fourie van Bio-Wheat die voor-
Die sirkel-president, Elbe fourie (regs), oorhandig ’n lewensbydrae-toekenning aan Retha Skein
dele van meel wat met ’n klip gemaal is, bespreek en gewys hoe om ’n ligte focaccia-broodjietebak Jennobia Kock, ’n opvoedkundige sielkundige by die WesKaapse onderwysdepartement van Caledon, het in ’n kort toespraak verduidelik sy is deel van ’n ondersteuningspan wat assesse–ring by skole doen en ondersteu–ning aan onderwysers en ouers bied
“Dit gaan oor hoe ’n mens kan hande vat as jy ’n hart het om ’n verskil te maak,” sê Kock. Sagte speelgoed is op dié geleentheid aan Kock oorhandig
Samantha Gillion has entered the Mrs South Africa competition for she believes this is the perfect platform to empower and uplift women
Photo: @nicoledutoitphotography
Jennobia Kock ontvang gebreide beertjies van Gertruide du Buisson
Local cheese makes headlines
Last year Klein River Cheese, near Stanford, was among the winners at the World Cheese Awards held in Portugal.
Altogether 4786 cheeses entered in the world’s most distinguished cheese-only competition and Klein River’s Oak Smoked Stanford, a semi-hard brushed rind Jersey cow’s milk cheese made in the traditional Alpine style, secured a much-coveted Super Gold award and also the Best South African Cheese. They also walked away with a bronze for their Overberg, an aged gouda-style cheese.
It’s still early in the year and Klein River Cheese has made again name for itself. This time during the South Africa Dairy Awards that was held on 8 April at Eengezind, outside Durbanville. They received the Qualité Award and SA Champion: Cultured Butter Garlic and Parsley exclusive to Babylonstoren, the Qualité Award and SA Champion: Oak Smoked Stanford exclusive to Woolworths, SA Champion: Klein River Cheese Gruberg Vintage, SA Champion: Parmesan two years exclusive to Babylonstoren and the SA Champion: Klein River Cheese Cultured Unsalted Butter.
South African dairy products, celebrating their diversity and quality, as well as the industry’s economic contribution
He further stated that this year’s record number of entries and results reflect an innovative industry and healthy competition between large manufacturers and small-scale entrepreneurs
“Congratulations to Fair Cape Dairies for winning six Qualité awards; Lactalis South Africa with four; Fairfield Dairy with three; Dalewood Fromage, Fairview, Klein Rivier Cheese, Ladismith Cheese and Lancewood, each with two; and all other deserving winners.”
“We also got some second- and third-place finishers: Cultured Butter – Honey, Chilli & Lime
(exclusive to Babylonstoren), Cultured Salted Butter, Colby, Danbo, Gruberg Young – three months, Gruberg Mature – six months, and Cape Leopard (Safari Collection),” the spokesper-
Whalehaven winery’s chardonnay meteor soars
Whalehaven Boutique Winery’s 2021 Seascape Chardonnay has been crowned the coveted five-star rating in the Platter’s South African Wine Guide, naming it one of the country’s best chardonnays.
This marks another milestone on the boutique winery’s journey to becoming one of South Africa’s most sought-after chardonnay producers, with exceptional quality and collectible appeal. It is one of the highest accolades for any South
African wine as it represents the highest quality, equating to a 95-pt score or higher on the international 100-pt scale.
“We are incredibly proud of the recognition Whalehaven has received for our chardonnays, particularly the 2021 Whalehaven Seascape Chardonnay,” said Silvana Bottega, owner of Whalehaven Wines “This five-star rating is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and it motivates us to keep pushing the boundaries of excellence in winemaking.
son of Klein River Cheese said Breyton Milford, General Manager of Agri-Expo, the host of the competition since 1834, said the SA Dairy Championships showcase exceptional
According to Milford the cheeses were meticulously evaluated on factors such as the appearance of the rind and paste, the cheese’s aroma, body, texture and, most notably, its flavour and mouthfeel A mascarpone, crafted by RFG Foods in Simondium and made for Woolworths was crowned the 2025 Dairy Product of the Year. Klein River Cheese is located in 14 Queen Victoria Street, Stanford.
Penguins celebrated
Marine Coastal Conservation invites residents of the Overstrand to join them for a special clean-up operation in the New Harbour in Hermanus on Friday 25 April to celebrate International Penguin Day.
The African Penguin, the only penguin that breeds in Africa, is on the critically endangered list. A quarter of South Africa’s African breeding population is in the Overstrand, including the colonies of Stony Point near Betty’s Bay and Dyer Island near Gansbaai. Scientists have warned that the penguin spiecies could be extinct within the next 10 years if nothing is done to address their plight.
The non-profit organisation Marine
shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Gloves and collecting bags will be provided. You can also take along old towels, sheets and newspapers that will be donated to the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) in Gansbaai
APSS also welcomes volunteers and cash donations, and penguin nests are available to buy for R500. See the APSS website: www.africanpenguin.org for more details or contact the Penguin Rescue Line on 0725987117. The Hermanus New Harbour clean-up will be from 09:00-11:00. Particpants will meet at the Southern Right Charters office, opposite Quayside Cabin
From a record 1 110 entries a total of 30 products were honoured with the Qualité mark of excellence at the 2025 South African Dairy Awards on Tuesday 8 April 2025 at Eensgezind outside Durbanville Klein Rivier Cheese in Stanford also received a Qualité mark of excellence Photo: Agri-Expo/A Gorman Photography
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Paddavlei Fun Run/Walk was a huge success
The inaugural Paddavlei Fun Run/ Walk was a resounding success with more than 100 participants showing up to walk or run along the 5km route that set off from and ended at the wetlands.
Long level stretches combined with some hills and beautiful scenery made for a route that suits all fitness levels with some preferring to run while others took it at a slower pace to enjoy the camaraderie and scenery.
ACDP ocuncillor Rugene Dees, who also participated in the walk, thanked the organisers for the “wonderful experience”.
She added: “The opportunity and the motive for organising the event and the positive value it adds to our dorpie is really amazing. It is indeed a great way to get people moving and enjoying the outdoors.
“The atmosphere was positive, with everyone being friendly and supportive as we walked or ran at our own pace. It was fantastic to be part of the historic first parkrun in Hawston and complete
Aldrich is aangewys as die Groenberg-jukskeiklub se speler wat die beste vordering hierdie seisoen getoon het
the 5km and enjoy the sense of accomplishment!”
Dees also expressed the hope that the fun run will become a regular event.
The event was organised by the TSBirkenhead Sea Cadets in conjunction with the Paddavlei Eco Group and Whale Coast Conservation These three organisations have started rehabilitating the Paddavlei wetlands with the help of Overstrand Municipality in order to revatilise the neglected natural treasure.
EFFORTTO‘RESTORETOFORMERGLORY’
“Once a vibrant wetland surrounded by wild birds, ducks and flamingos, the area had sadly deteriorated over the years into an illegal dumping ground,” explained Noel Dreyer, commanding officer of the TS Birkenhead Sea Cadets
The cadets joined forces with the Paddavlei Eco Group, known as the Peggers, Whale Coast Conservation and the local municipality, who all share their drive and vision to restore the wetlands to its former glory
Together they started the arduous task of cleaning and laying out part of the fun
run route that runs beneath the canopy of milkwood trees along one side of the Paddavlei This stretch, that is known as the Paddavlei Footpath, stretches over 547 meters
“The idea was simple, yet powerful –to create a regular community fun run/ walk that would not only promote fitness and outdoor activities but also bring people of Hawston and surrounding Overstrand communities together,” Dreyer stated.
The reason for this, he explained, is to utilise the event to challenge and hopefully change negative perceptions about Hawston’s community, which is too often unfairly associated with gang activity and substance abuse.
“We want to show everyone that there are good, driven and community-minded individuals living here who are making a difference,” he added
According to Dreyer, the number of people who participated in the first fun run on Saturday 12 April, far exceeded their expectations. Now they plan to host another Paddavlei Fun Run/Walk event in May, and depending on the turn-out
Die jukskeiseisoen het vir die Groenberg-jukskeiklub op ’n spoggerige noot afgesluit
Willie Marais, die voorsitter, het aangekondig dat die Groenberg-klub vanjaar as die Jukskeiklub van die Jaar in die Overberg-distrik aangewys is “Dit is ’n besondere eer vir al die lede van die klub wat deur middel van hul onderskeie portefuljes soveel verrig het om suksesvol beoordeel te word op grond van die puik toestand van hul bane, die gehalte van die geriewe en sportmangees,” sê Marais.
Toeks Botha, ’n baie goeie speler, is geprys vir die wyse
waarop sy die administrasie van die geriewe behartig het, en Laurette Aldrich vir haar reëlings met betrekking tot die hoogstaande gehalte van die spyseniering Marais, tesame met Johan en Alet Theron, het spesiale vermelding verdien nadat hulle toekennings by die Wes-Kaap se sportraad gekry het vir buitengewone diens aan die sport Hulle het saam met Len van Riel en Johan Coertze jukskei by skole in die Hermanus-omgewing bekendgestel en baie vermag om die spel ook onder agtergeblewenes te laat posvat Marais was ook die enigste
this might turn into a monthly event. He concluded by saying: “TS Birkenhead is proud to have played a significant role in this initiative – not just in the physical restoration of the site, but in fostering a sense of community pride and resilience Through our involvement we hope to continue showing young people that they can be agents of positive change and that their actions can uplift both their community and their future.” Visit the TS Birkenhead Sea Cadets and Whale Coast Conservation Facebook pages for more photos and updates on future events.
Groenberg-jukskei beste in streek
speler van die klub wat vir die Suid-Afrikaanse kampioenskap gekwalifiseer het Dit vind vandeesweek in Kroonstad plaas en pronk met die beste jukskeispelers in die land Marais, wat deurgaans spel van hoogstaande gehalte lewer en sy toewyding tot die administrasie van die spel in die Overberg-streek wys, word deur almal geprys
Spelers van wie baie in die komende seisoen verwag word, is Josef Saayman, Basie Oelofson, Hercules van der Walt en Mariaan Johson-Mostert – almal nog relatief nuut, maar almal met baie talent
Nicolas
Wayne Hansen is aangewys as die belowendste beginner in die Groenbergjukskeiklub
Many of the participants stopped at this spot to take a photo of themselves with the beautiful scenery in the background.