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For many in the Table View and surrounding areas Community Medics represents a vital lifeline, providing critical care in times of need
At the heart of this life-saving service is a dedicated team of volunteers such as Kim Norton, whose passion, commitment and tireless efforts have made her an invaluable asset to the Table View area since 2015
Her journey into emergency response began after earning her Level 3 firstaid certificate and completing the Basic Ambulance Assistant course that year From there Norton embraced a variety of roles within Community Medics, including answering emergency calls, dispatching, managing media relations and leading fundraising initiatives
Her decision to volunteer initially stemmed from a personal desire to acquire the skills necessary to help her children in case of an emergency during their sports activities Yet it didn’t take long for Norton to discover that her passion for helping others extended way beyond her initial goal
“I wanted to be the mom who could help if something went wrong during my kids’ sports activities The more I got involved the more I realised how much I loved being part of something bigger and making a real difference in people’s lives ” Norton balances her voluntary work with a dynamic professional life She’s also has a human-resources management consultancy and works with several emergency nedical services as clients Her public service extends beyond Community Medics; she’s an active member of the Table View Neighbourhood Watch, having served as its general
manager for Sector 2 and participated in its executive committee Norton is also involved with the community policing forum (CPF) and serves as a street captain
PERSONALINTERESTS
Despite her busy schedule Norton finds time to pursue personal interests She’s an avid runner, having completed several mini-triathlons, and enjoys experimenting with soap making A passionate reader and a fan of true-crime podcasts, Norton multi-tasks by listening while working out or handling daily tasks, all this despite declaring she doesn’t have much time for hobbies And yes, she has a vice –chocolate – which definitely tops her list
Norton’s approach to life is one of dedication and efficiency As she puts it, “if you're going to do something you should give it your all ”
A lesser-known fact about her: she is the author of a published book and holds three degrees – one in communications, a BCom and a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources
Norton’s passion for first aid and community service is not just her own; it runs deep within her family Her children have embraced the same commitment to helping others, with both stepping up in emergencies when needed Her eldest son, currently taking a break from volunteering due to academic commitments, looks forward to returning to Community Medics once his studies are complete Her daughter is an active member of her school’s first-aid team and a Sea Scout first aider The Norton family is truly a Community Medics family
“I feel blessed to have two incredible children who understand the importance of first aid and community service,” said
A DYNAMIC MEDIC WHO STRIKES A BALANCE AMONG PROFESSIONALISM, PASSIONATE INTEREST AND SERVICE
their mom “They’ve both stepped up in public emergencies and I couldn’t be prouder ”
As a non-profit organisation, Community Medics relies on donations, debit orders, and sponsorships to continue its lifesaving work Norton, alongside other dedicated volunteers, plays an integral
part in ensuring the ongoing success of the organisation
SUPPORTINGCOMMUNITYMEDICS
By supporting Community Medics through a one-time or recurring sponsorship you can directly contribute to its mission of saving lives “Your support truly makes a tangible difference in our community,” Norton said “We are grateful for every bit of help we receive to continue our life-saving work ” . Community Medics, a PBO, can issue Section 18A certificates for donations, allowing donors to claim a tax deduction Visit https://pay yoco com/community-medics
OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOURED
Kim Norton in the field
From left,Paul Swart,councillor for Ward 23,Smokie la Grange (with her award) and Wessie van der Westhuizen,Subcouncil 1 manager
Smokie La Grange was honoured at the Sub-council 1 Civic Honours Awards Ceremony on 4 April for her dedicated and generous service to the community.The ceremony celebrated individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their communities,with La Grange recognised for her tireless efforts Anthony Avidon,another award recipient from Ward 23,was unfortunately unable to attend the event Here she is pictured with Paul Swart,councillor for Ward 23.
Vermaak // Entertainment
AMagicalmusical journeyofsong
The Drama Lab’s 2025 annual theatrical offering isDisney’s Aladdin Jr.Bursting with nostalgic,irresistible,singable tunes - this show is guaranteed to lift your heart and get it singing.This much-loved musical will be performed from Friday 9 May to Saturday 17 May at Table View Primary School.
Aladdin Jr is an award-winning musical based on the beloved 1992 film, with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and book by Chad Beguelin, it is the magic tale of a poor street rat Aladdin, who dares to fall in love with a privileged princess who has a mind of her own.
He is led by the devious Jafar into a cave where the Genie of the Lamp changes his life forever
Aladdin’s adventurous spirit and street-wise attitude take him down a road of self-discovery and he finds his purpose and the love of his life Aladdin, Jasmine, Genie and a host of other characters will see to it that good conquers evil and will delight children and adults alike
This version is adapted by the creators and is devised to be a bit shorter than the original. It is the perfect vehicle for young audiences and performers.
This production is mounted by The Drama Lab a Drama and Musical Theatre training studio in the heart of Table View (since 2016). Direction and choreography
are in the hands of mother and daughter team Julie Dickson (Drama Lab mentor and founder), and Fleur du Cap awardee Bethany Dickson. Both are experienced theatre performers and theatre makers
Creating a fresh take on this iconic musical in the Disney cannon of work has been so much fun and a rewarding challenge "Due to the amazing generosity of Ta-
ble View Primary School, The Drama Lab family has had a home for the rehearsal period and have an airy performance space for this production," says Lee Merryweather from Drama Lab .Prices are from R144 No children under four years. Bookings can be done via Quicket: https://www. quicket co.za/events/215034-disneyaladdin-jr/
. Die Konsert van Hoop is by die Kunstekaap-teater op Woensdag 30 April om 18:00 'n Suidoosterfees-produksie in samewerking met die Stad Kaapstad en die Nasionale Jeugmusiekstigting.
Kaartjies kos R120 tot R150 en by Webtickets bespreek word.
.Mel Botes: Dominoes is at Die Boer theatre restaurant on Thursday 1 May at 20:30 The show features the best of his Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, and own acoustic repertoire Tickets cost R250 per person and is available at www dieboer com or 021 979 1911.
.Die Universiteitskoor Stellenbosch tree op Vrydag 2 Mei en Saterdag 3 Mei om 19:00 in die Endlersaal in Stellenbosch op Kaartjies kos R180 by Webtickets
.The Greatest Love of All starring Belinda Davids is at Grand Arena, GrandWest on Saturday 3 May at 20:00
Tickets from R495 at iTickets
.A Benefit Show for drummer Alan Thwaites is on Sunday 4 May at 14:00 at Woodstock Brewery Great bands playing. Tickets cost R200 at Quicket or pay at the door
.Elvis meets Cher with James Marais and Monique Cassells is on Sunday 4 May at 15:00 at the Edgemead Bowling Club Diego de Abreu will be opening the show Entry costs R60 Food and drinks will be available at club prices. Call 061 490 1694 to book.
.Annie is presented by Edgemead High School in the school hall from 8 to 10 May
Tickets from R120 at Quicket
. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat runs at Theatre on the Bay from 9 May until 13 July
Tickets from R275 at Webtickets
.André, die Skreeusnaakse Hipnotiseur is op Saterdag 10 Mei om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell.
Kaartjies kos R140 tot R180 by
www.heroesbrackenfell.net of iTickets
.Salome - This is Me is at the Grand Arena, GrandWest on Saturday 10 May at 18:00
Tickets from R200 at Webtickets
.Creedence Clearwater Revival show performed by The Banned is on Sunday 11 May from 15:00 at the Edgemead Bowling Club Entry costs R60 Food and drinks at club prices.
Call 061 490 1694 to book.
.Rocco de Villiers kom tree op Moedersdag, Sondag 11 Mei, om 14:00 by Heroes Brackenfell op Deure maak 12:00 oop Kaartjies kos R180 tot R220 en kan bespreek word by www.heroesbrackenfell. net of iTickets
. Vincent - His Quest to love and be loved (musical) runs at Artscape from 14 to 17 May at 19:30
Tickets from R180 at Webtickets
. Die Universiteitskoor Stellenbosch tree op Vrydag 16 Mei om 19:00 in die Hugo Lambrechts-ouditorium in Parow op Kaartjies kos R160 by Quicket
. Koos Kombuis en die Radio Kalahari Orkes tree op Saterdag 17 Mei op by Daisy Jones, Summerhill-wynplaas. Kaartjies kos R200 by Quicket . Dan Patlansky and band are at Daisy Jones, Summerhill Wine Estate, on Sunday 18 May Doors open at 13:00, show starts at 15:00
Tickets from R230 at Quicket .Zoid Psalm: A New Musical Journey is at the NG kerk Bloubergstrand on Friday 23 May (20:00) and Saturday 24 May (14:00 and 18:00). A fusion of sacred and modern sounds with Karen Zoid. Tickets from R200 at Quicket .Lauren-Lee tree op Saterdag 24 Mei om 19:30 by die Collective Arts-teater in Boston, Bellville op Kaartjies kos R130 Kontak collectiveartstheatre@gmail.com of 066 226 2539 vir besprekings.
Meet the talented cast of Disney’s Aladdin Jr with the princess in the middle – ready to bring the magic,the music,and the fun to the stage
Herewith signing out for one last time...
I had a dream of becoming a journalist from Grade 5, when a teacher helped me recognise my gift of the written word And despite much discouragement of having faith in one's own career dreams, I went on to realise them
Once realised, soon enough it became abundantly clear that this was the right choice, making a difference through telling the stories of others
I always say we are often the voiceless soldiers behind the published works, rewarded by a simple byline at the top for our efforts No personal opinions, no guided narratives So on these few occasions we give readers insight into the person who is the subject of our newspaper
For those who may not know me, or my story, my name is Samantha (although I never hear my full name unless I'm in trouble, of course) I had a dream of becoming a journalist at People's Post newspaper, specifically writing for Mitchells Plain, the area I was born and finished my schooling in, and to which I still a have very deep sense of belonging, even though my family moved out of the area at the start of high-school years
I was inspired to make a difference by telling the positive news from the area, amid continuous front-page articles about all the deepest darkest happenings in the area
My dream was largely realised in 2014 as an intern, on the newspaper's Lansdowne edition But slowly God let the full dream unfold, and in time I wrote for the prized edition for Mitchells Plain What was meant to be a six-month internship ended
.. I WAS INSPIRED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY TELLING THE POSITIVE NEWS FROM THE AREA
after three months with a full-time offer It was an opportunity to prove myself Consequently, I believe I personify the saying "If you love what you do you won't work a day in your life "
With more than 50 awards, commendations, finalist nominations and recognitions along the more-than-10year span of my career, and having the privilege of featuring in almost every major journalism competition in the country I never imagined doing anything else And honestly, through all of this I have learnt many valuable lessons
You know, one cannot tell the future; I mean, if you asked me a few years ago where I'd be at this point my answer would probably have been the same as it was then
Tomorrow I will officially close a chapter of my life At 32 I stand at the precipice of major change I once believed it was too late for me to start over I recognise the magnitude of this new career move, an opportunityto make a fresh start, a whole new beginning, which is more than many can do right now In fact, I didn't want to write this column at all, for fear it would be a tad too emotional My colleagues were quite adamant that I write this, my swansong, and how glad I am that I obliged
For the past 10-and-a-half years, People's Post, and later TygerBurger (as the publication name changed), has become such a huge part of my identity, a publication I have passionately advocated for, and it has been such an incredible ride And while it is with a heavy heart that I officially bid farewell to my career as a reporter today I am so immensely grateful for all I have achieved on this most fulfilling of journeys
Thank you for the memories, for the platform, for the opportunity to inform, inspire and entertain you along the way As I often would say in my videos, "signing out for one more time [although this time final], for People's Post news I am Samantha Lee-Jacobs "
Kommentaar // Comments
Save our coastline from litter before it’s too late
I took a walk along one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches this past weekend and was heartbroken by what I saw Plastic bottles, food wrappers, fishing line, and even broken glass littered the sand, marring what should be one of our greatest natural treasures
Cape Town is known worldwide for its stunning coastline, but without urgent action, we risk losing this priceless asset to pollution and neglect While volunteer clean-ups are admirable they are not enough The City needs to implement regular beach maintenance, stricter littering fines, and more public education campaigns about the consequences of pollution
We must also tackle the issue at the source:
improving waste management in nearby communities and encouraging recycling Installing more visible accessible bins along beach entrances could help Beaches are not just playgrounds for tourists; they are crucial ecosystems for marine life and important spaces for local communities If we fail to protect them now, future generations will inherit nothing but polluted shorelines
Saving our coastline must become a shared responsibility between the government, businesses, and all residents It’s time we treat our beaches with the respect they deserve
AURORA DANIELS, E-mail
Residents fed up with street racing chaos
On Friday evening I called law enforcement regarding the cars speeding in the Goodwood area
On Sunday night again cars motorbikes were revving, racing up and down the Goodwood area for hours
The law enforcement call centre had my call on hold for 10 minutes
Even though they are based in Goodwood the operator said she could not hear anything or see anything on the cameras I asked if they have double-paned windows?
The police station is also in the area Are these departments so far removed from the actual lawlessness in our residential areas?
SAVE OUR NEIGHBOURHOODS, E-mail Paasweek
Paasfees was 'n tyd om met familie deur te bring Om te reflekteer oor jou lewe en hoe Christus die prys vir jou betaal het om jouself af te vra lewe ek vir Hom, wat vir my gesterf het? Maar eerlikwaar ek dink ons mense het die hele punt daarvan gemis Oral rond was daar die een partytjie na die ander partytjie van vroeg tot laat of sommer heelnag deur En ja, mens kan dit sekerlik
Die tale wat ons praat
Ek sien Ou Toppie van Kuilsrivier kla verlede week oor Kaaps ("Ek hou nie van Kaaps", TygerBurger 23 April) Soos hy dit so mooi stel het hy 'n broertjie dood daaraan, want hy "pratie" so nie of meng nie juis met die wat so praat nie
Ek moet sê hy klink 'n bietjie verwaand synde dat hy die wat wel so praat se intellek of beskaafdheid bevraagteken (hulle het ''net-net gr 2 deurgeskraap of ken bloot nie ordentlike taal nie'' in sy woorde, of is kwasi-skrywers of akademeci wat 'n verhandeling moet regverdig) Nee goeiste Ou Toppie ek dink dit is darem so 'n aks of wat te dik vir 'n daalder en 'n bietjie neus in die lug Daar is mos plek vir skakerings in ons taal (en ja Afrikaans is almal wat dit praat s'n - ongeag hoeveel skakerings en nerings daar in daardie "ons" is)
Ek praat "okie" Kaaps nie maar hoekom sal dit 'n ander pla hoe ek praat of nie praat nie of waarom sal ek my ontstel oor hoe ander praat - miskien moet ons eerder probeer om mekaar beter te verstaan ongeag hoe die woorde oor ons lippe rol
Vir my lees Kaaps (soos in Nathan Trantraal onder andere) se skrywes 'n biejie moeilik maar ek was al aangenaam verras want soms sê dit darem 'n ding raak en gee lewe aan die storie Hier in die Kaap het ek buiten sommige Kaapse terme ook woorde uit die Moslem-gemeenskap begin leer ken Na my mening verryk dit mens net Nee wat Ou Toppie moenie so ''judgerig wesie'' Soos my ma altyd sê -leef en laat leef en gun vir almal (en hoe hulle praat) 'n plekkie in die son Viva veelkantige Afrikaans!
KARIEN, Brackenfell
Elderlycrushed by tariff hikes
I am writing to express my deep unhappiness with the recent increases in
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verstaan familie het kom kuier Kom ons wees gesellig Maar hoekom moet daar dan altyd 'n bakleiery ook uitbreek en almal se naweek onplesierig maak? Wat 'n super belangrike tydperk in 'n Christen se lewe moet wees word nou geheel en al in iets anders verander Die kerke is leeg, maar die strate is vol Waarna toe is ons mensdom oppad?
BEKOMMERD, Eersterivier
LANGNEKKE: ‘n Leser het hierdie twee kameelperde afgeneem by die gasteplaas waar sy tuisgegaan het tydens‘n besoek aan die Bontebok Nasionale Park oor die Paasnaweek “Die twee langnekke het vir groot vermaak gesorg en ek kon nie anders as om hulle teen die mooi agtergrond te fotografeer nie,”skryf Christa Rossouw in haar e-pos aan TygerBurger
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Dis ’n multi-sensoriese verbeeldingsreis amper magies van aard - ’n tentoonstelling van die tropiese planteryk in al sy skoonheid
Met beligting, klank en selfs reuk voer die uitstalling jou mee na ’n wortelboomwoud (mangrove) wat wakker word en weer gaan slaap Van ’n mistige oggend met waterstrome en sonsopkoms met vrolike voëlgesang tot ’n helder maanlignag waar krieke musiek maak
Besoekers van oor die stad heen het die afgelope naweek na Hazendal-wynlangoed gestroom om dié buitengewone tentoonstelling te kom ervaar - ’n eerste in Suid-Afrika
Dié tuin was verlede jaar Suid-Afrika se inskrywing by die wêreld se grootste tropiese blommeskou in Singapoer waar dit ’n goue medalje en twee toekennings - Beste op Skou, en Beste Beligting - ingeryg het Kluge, ’n landskapkunstenaar wat bekend is vir gewaagde skeppings wat die grense van tuinontwerp verskuif, het ook verlede jaar twee toekennings by die Chelsea-blommeskou in Londen verwerf
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“In Singapoer het dit ons drie weke geneem om op te rig,” sê hy “Vir die fokusstuk het ons bloekomboomtakke gebruik om die mangrovewortels wat in die water in groei uit te beeld, omring met inheemse plantsoorte Die agtergrondklanke van voël- en dierelewe is in Skukuza in die Kruger-wildtuin opgeneem en die groot bloekomboomtakke van ’n boom wat by Hazendal omgeval het, is gebruik
“Daar is varings, orgideë, vyebome, en ’n inheemse mangoboom Die idee met die tema was om ’n fantasiewêreld te skep met die speling van kleur en klank Om die tydstip tussen twee wêrelde vas te vang, net voor jy aan die slaap raak en wanneer jy begin droom, daai oomblik wanneer realiteit en fantasie saamsmelt,” vertel hy aan TygerBurger
“Aspekte soos die vuurvliegies gee dan ook die gevoel van ’n feëland, ’n woud wat slaap en wakker word om te herinner aan ’n tyd waarin ons in harmonie met die natuur saamgelewe het ”
Alhoewel Kluge al agt soortgelyke ontwerpe in galerye oor die wêreld heen uitgestal het, was dit ’n eerste vir Suid-Afrika
“In Singapoer het een miljoen mense oor 10 dae verby die Die
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Nathan van Vuuren (22) from Melkbosstrand represented South Africa at the Global Wingsurf World championships in Cape Verde, making it through to Round 6 finishing off this season ranked 5th in the world Wingsurfing is one of he fastest growing watersports that combines the use of a hydrofoil attached to a surfboard plus an inflatable flysurfer wing that allows riders to be powered by the wind to perform extreme aerial maneuvers or ride huge waves at high speeds
This year Van Vuuren also secured the official Woo World Record for the highest recorded jump, with an insane height of 16,1m at Big Bay in Cape Town, putting him on the global map of new jump records
FIERCECOMPETITION
Cape Town and Melkbos have become the top wind and wingsurf destinations as riders from around the world flock to SA to train for global events
In the men’s competition at the Cape Verde event, Nathan faced fierce competition After battling
Club rugby action heats up
Rugby supporters of clubs in Super League A are in for a stressful time this season as there are no outright favourites at the moment
With three games completed Durbell are currently log leaders with 14 points after three matches, and it was obvious on Saturday 26 April against newbie Van der Stel-Evergreens from Stellenbosch that they are on a mission to topple Hamiltons this year At half-time Durbell led 1912 and VDE was still in the game
However, when the second half started VDE could not keep up with the experienced Durbell players who romped to a 52-24 victory
LESSONS
Valuable lessons were learnt by the visitors and the spectators in Durbanville cannot complain about the rugby on display
Other teams cannot afford to write VDE off after this loss and everyone is looking forward to the rest of the season to see how they grow after each match against the big guns In their first match they dispatched St Georges by 40-11
But rugby leagues are not won in May and with the tertiary institutions starting to fulfil their
league commitments after the Varsity Cup and Varsity Shield, it will be a seesaw-battle on the log
Helderberg is second on the log with 12 points followed by Villager (11) and False Bay (7)
In other matches in Super League A Ikeys beat Kuils River by 23-22, Brackenfell beat Maties by 46-35, Villagers overpowered SK-Walmers by 64-26, Helderberg beat Unimil by 50-27 and False Bay were victorius against UWC with a 34-30 win
In Super League B Hamediehs opened their season with a 42-36 win over NTK at Vygieskraal, while Collegians were pipped by Macassar with one point when they lost 31-32 in Athlone
Goodwood was too strong for CPUT and were winners by 40-20 Franschhoek beat Primrose 27-20
FIXTURES
The following teams will square off on in Super League A on Saturday 3 May:
. Hamiltons v SK-Walmers
. Brackenfell v Tygerberg
. St George’s v UCT
. VDE v Unimil
. False Bay v Maties
. Villager v UWC
Kuils River and Helderberg have byes
NATHAN RANKED 5TH IN THE WORLD AT WINGSURF CHAMPS
through high-level heats, he faced the event’s previous champion, Malo Guenole, in a dramatic Round 5 match Despite breaking his wing, Nathan s performance secured his spot among the top riders
The judges were looking for commitment, power, and manoeuvres performed in the critical section of the wave
Difficulty, variety, and wave selection were all crucial elements in scoring A new inclusion for this year allowed riders to use the power of the wing when performing air tricks
FIRSTROUNDS
Men’s Rounds 1 and 2 took place in classic Ponta Preta conditions to kick off the event
Some athletes made an immediate impact, including Hawaiian newcomer Marley Franco, local athlete Zany Guy, and young Frenchman Arthur Thebault As the competition
progressed into Round 3, preseeded athletes took to the water, instantly elevating the level of competition to explosive heights Canadian Finn Spencer rode a solid heat, advancing to Round 5 with a 13 70 overall score Malo Guenole, last year’s event winner, also advanced, demonstrating great confidence in this location
The event culminated in a thrilling final, where Cash Berzolla from the USA claimed the 2025 GWA Wingfoil Wave World Title, narrowly defeating Finn Spencer
Wings for Life run this weekend
Ready to be part of something epic? Thousands of runners across the globe will lace up and take off for a cause that’s bigger than just a finish line on Sunday 4 May The 12th Edition of the Wings for Life World Run is going down in Greenpoint, Cape Town and we want you at the start line!
This isn’t your typical race It’s a global movement driven by purpose to run for those who can’t With every step, you’re powering life-changing spinal cord research and pushing us closer to a future where paralysis no longer holds anyone back Last year, 265 818 people ran as one It became the world’s largest race and a powerful reminder
of what’s possible when passion meets purpose Now it’s your turn to join the mission
The run starts on Sunday 4 May at 13:00 at Cape Town P9
. For more info, visit www. wingsforlifeworldrun com
Nathan van Vuuren made it through to Round 6 at the Global Wingsurf World championships in Cape Verde,finishing off this season ranked 5th in the World
Greenpoint: Vlei Rd, in front of the Green Point Athletics Track
Runners at last