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Round Table Membership Drive Igor Scheurkogel
In August Branding Manager and Strategic Planning Louis Radley launched whole organization wide, area by area membership drive. Each week a different Area Chairman will introduce their area with the goal to attract more membership throughout the Round Table Southern Africa region.
Each week a video is posted with the following message: 'Round Table Southern Africa has more than 900 members and 124 tables in South Africa and Namibia and is one of more than 50 Associations worldwide Today we focus on the [...] Area, which starts in Pretoria and covers the entire Limpopo Province. To young men (between the ages of 18-40) that want to be
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part of a group of like-minded men, who wants to make an Impactful Change in their communities, join a friendly table close to you.' This campaign has been met with great success and our social media has been flooded with request each week. Which can only mean that great gentlemen around Southern Africa want to make an #impactfulchnage Let's continue to grow Unity in Brotherhood.
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From The President “The motto ‘Adopt, Adapt, Improve’ is as valid today as it was when Round Table was founded, and it is very encouraging to know that it continues to attract enthusiastic and dedicated members.” Prince Phillip – 2017 Over the last couple of months, we have been blessed to be in a position where the easing of restrictions has enabled us to embark on our various visits. To date, we have attended the Ladies Circle AGM, South Cape Conference, Western Province Conference, 41’ers AGM and the Border Area Conference, with a further highlight being the 2nd Assco Meeting hosted by Carletonville 50 at Red Cap Ranch.During the various Area Meetings, we try to emphasise the fact that although we often refer and relate to our Aims and Objectives, we seldomly really apply them. At the Assco Meetings, we are trying to implement some new ideas through collaborative workshops, and it has been pleasing to see that some of those workshops have already been presented in your Area Meetings.For those who have yet to encounter the WHY workshop, we look forward to delivering them personally at the upcoming meetings over the next two months. I am indeed a firm believer that our meetings can follow different structures to those previously seen in Conferences and Table Meetings, all while still operating within the ambit of the Constitution as required. We, too, need to address the changing landscape and adapt to changes that could lead to more productive sessions at our gatherings. The feedback received from those that have incorporated these workshops into their
meetings has been nothing but positive. Thus, genuinely showing that we as Round Table Members feel that there is a need to incorporate some personal growth and motivation into the time we invest in attending to our Constitutional obligations. Only once we know what we stand for and what we belong to will we know how to act. Our Vice President and I look forward to seeing you all over the course of the next few months. It has been encouraging to see the turnouts at Area’s already visited and shows that our first Aim and Objective is in a very healthy position even amidst a global pandemic
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From the Editor Igor Scheurkogel
And just when we thought this year is going to be a long one we just hit September and there is basically 3 months left over and then we will be going into our third year of still pretty much uncertainty of what the next week will bring for us as South Africans. We plan to not fail, but what our new normal has taught and what has made us stronger is that were in the past we had Plan A and B now we have Plan A to Z, which in my minds makes us better humans or let's say better prepared adults. As we move into this Heritage month or as most South African's call 24 September Braai Day, and truly reflect what does this mean to us as trablers and why do we need use our Round Table culture to bring about #impactfulchange in our communities. If we look at our third Aim: • To foster responsible citizenship and loyalty to their Country;
nations is how we connect and is how we as a collective overcome our challenges together as a people of the human race. So as we plan our 'braais' or get-togethers let's be mindful of those around us that might be struggling and reach out to show compassion.
it clearly states that embracing our heritage, patriotism and love for our countries is part of being a tabler. I therefore challenge each tabler take the time to learn more about your country's rich heritage and through this mindful search for the heart of your nation you will discover tools and insights for you to interact and connect better with people that have different backgrounds to you. This new normal is not isolated to just one group in society or race or economic status or whatever it be, it has affected everyone around you, be it financially, emotionally or physical loss. So connecting through celebrating our rainbow
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In closure sometimes it is so hard for us today to see the positive around us when we sit without power, water or just struck your third pothole in one week, but know that you have over 900 brothers that you can reach out when you have reached a point where you feel defeated. And if you are that 'Happy Gilmore' kind of guy use your 'happy' skills to help out the people and tablers around you to see that we can over come this and that when we cheers 2022 we will know and understand why did we have to face these challenges and what we have learned. Have a 'lekker' month and always remember to make an #impactfulchange where ever you are in your table world. Yours in Table, Doc
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Impactful Change
3rd Beach Clean-Up Paul Hoeksema
Approximately 8 million metric tonnes of plastic are dumped into the oceans each year! Discarded waste often contains microplastics that when broken down, contain harmful chemicals detrimental to the health of aquatic life & humans alike. To turn the tide on ocean pollution Round Table Mossel Bay 32 & volunteers embarked on their 3rd Beach Cleanup on Saturday the 14 of August.
Although we collected quite a bit of discarded plastics, glass, and even a tyre, we're noticing less pollution than with our prior cleanup exercises. The public proudly supports this great cause with other NPO's joining in to protect our coastlines. A BIG thank you to our loyal volunteers, always ready to join us! Our oceans’ conservation depends on our actions today. Round Table Mossel Bay 32 will continue fighting for the voiceless & will continue building on the success of this much-needed movement. Please follow our social media pages for more information on upcoming cleanup projects & events.
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Hilton Gives Back Hilton Round Table received a donation of 82 boxes of dry goods and essentials weighing 960kg from Holy Rosary School in JHB. This was thanks to the great efforts of four grade 8 learners with the assistance of two staff members. They organised free transport of goods through their local DHL depot to one of our members farms where we could meet and sort out the items to be distributed. This effort was started due to the devastating protests and looting that took place in KZN and in particular our local communities. Hilton Round Table managed to donate items to the following: Siyakhula ECD in Rosetta through the assistance of Love Notties, Khazimula Children’s Home in Lidgetton, elderly couples in desperate need through the Howick M.O.T.H.S, Angels Care Centre in Howick, Umngeni SPCA in Howick, and 52 rural households on the Petrus Stroom Road in Tweedie. This great initiative has made a huge difference in a number of lives throughout the greater Midlands area that were affected by recent events.
Drip Irrigation
On 10 April 2021 a group of Hilton 242 Tablers went to the Khazimula Childrens project to install a drip irrigation kindly donated by Rob Potter Irrigation for their veggie garden. We connected it to a 2000L Jojo tank that was donated to them. The irrigation system was donated to save them from manually watering their veggie patch which they are trying to increase the size of to make themselves more self-sufficient. Their manual method was connected directly to the borehole which was driving up their electricity costs. The drip irrigation will also help them to conserve water which will prolong the life of their borehole in the long run. A good day was had by the tablers as they made #impactfulchange in our local community.
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Fun Athletics Day Duane Karshagen
On 5 June, Round Table Maclear 178 held a Fun Athletics Day at the Maclear Country Club. The events are based on real sports, but with a bit of a twist. A pool-noodle for a javelin, a paper plate for discuss, a sponge for shotput, and last but not least, a longest drive compo with a kids sized driver and a small plastic ball. The best part of the day was watching the adults try to hit the ball… they were not allowed the stand on their knees!
Oxygen Condenser Donation Duane Karshagen
In May, Round Table Maclear 178, in conjunction Macgie MOTH Shellhole, donated a portable oxygen condenser to our local GP, Dr Roelof Vorster. In the first week or so of the donation, the machine came in very handy while Dr Vorster was attending to a patient who had suffered a heart attack. We thank the communities of Maclear and Ugie for contributions made over the years. And a huge thanks to Macgie Shellhole for working with us on the project. This machine, although small in size, will make a very big impact on the medical care our local doctors are able to offer the community.
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Soccer Kit Donation Crossroads KZN Youth Program Ronald Fagan
Cross Roads KZN is Non-Profit Organization based in Mount-Edgecombe , Durban , Kwazulu Natal with the following objectives: •To alleviate human suffering and poverty. •To provide the tools necessary to empower individuals to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. •To act as both the catalyst for and agents of change by moving individuals from a relief mentality to one of personal and community responsibility. •To develop and cultivate a generation who defines their faith not only by creeds but through acts of compassionate involvement which result in producing social justice and social responsibility. We were approached by the CEO , Mr. Mahendra Singh with the idea of developing a junior and secondary soccer team in the Rural Inanda area of KZN and Umhlanga Round Table 155 agreed to enter into a sponsorship partnership to sponsor soccer kit for players , coaches and training equipment. Two teams are now fully established under the names Ekwazini FC and Ibatha FC. The kids and coaching team where overwhelmed that they now have a decent kit to practice and play games. The youth development program established is for the upliftment of schools for the youth in the area that have very little resources available to them. Crossroads KZN undertakes feeding schemes , educational development , training courses and the upliftment of youth via sports. Umhlanga Round Table 155 is proud to be the sponsor behind this initiative driving #impacfulchange to the community.
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Feeding Homeless Rigardt Esterhuizen
As we all know the winter is with us and it is cold outside without a roof over your head. It is even worse when your getting cold, your blanket is wet and there is no food in your stomach. Paarl 44 got a cash donation and decided to feed the homeless. We brought bread, jam & peanut butter. We also took our blanket and clothing donations from winter knight and handed it out to the homeless with the bread. We as table spread the jam and peanut butter onto the bread ourselves and that was also a nice social between Paarl44. We want to thank NTT Volkswagen Paarl for the donation and support towards Round Table Paarl44.
Every drop of blood is a gift of life Rigardt Esterhuizen
The Western Cape blood bank made a statement that the blood levels are low. We as Paarl44 took it on us to make a difference in Paarl. We made posters and shared it on all social media platforms to convinced the Paarl community to donate blood. On the day of donating, we as Paarl44 were 4 tablers and the total amount was 115 for the day.
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Mile of Tins Callie Van Die Baai
Miles of Tins is one of our annual projects whereby we spend our time collecting nonperishable foods for the elderly. The event this year was held on the 29th May 2021 and we partnered with Checkers Lorraine at the Kamma Crossing retail centre as the venue. The day started early for our young gentlemen; setting up everything to be ready when shoppers arrived. With all COVID-19 protocols followed, the members took shifts and handed out flyers to the patrons throughout the day. Round Table PE West 142 members want to thank the kind hearted public who embraced us with open hearts. The day start very well, and the momentum continued throughout the day with generous donations by the patrons. The trolleys filled up one by one and Round Table members were overwhelmed with the support. The day ended around 16h00, it then took some time to scan all the donations. Round Table PE West 142 were speechless as R27,000 was raised on the day. The beneficiary for this year is Algoa Bay Council for the Aged(ABCA) in Buffelsfontein Road whom rely on donations severely. The donations was handed over to the them the very next mornings, the donations was well received with gratitude as they could immediately start to make up food packs for the elderly in need.
It was a very successful project and larger than previous years. It is great to see that the time spend by the members can make such an impact in the community. We want to thank Checkers Lorraine for allowing us the to run the project at their premises and then for the public we kindly thank you for your generous donations. Together we made an impact on the lives of the elderly. There has never been a better time to put your hand up and be the difference you want to see in this world. As our 41’er; Riaan ‘Neef’ Janse Van Rensburg has described many events like this one: “The sweat today on your forehead, can mean the food in someone less fortunate stomach”. These words have resonated with me, especially with this project.
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Winter Knights Winter Knights Handouts Ernst du Plessis
In the past couple of months, we did a collection for any non-perishables or clothing items. With the help from the Stutterheim community we managed to collect 866 items valued at R29 210 that was donated to some of the charities around town that help with the needy. Mostly cloths were collected and donated to Kusile Women Empowerment for distribution. KWE also do a soup kitchen weekly where they are able to handout the cloths. We as Stutterheim Round Table would like to thank the community for all their assistance with all the donations as during this difficult time it is not always easy to do so. We would also like to thank our local Pick n Pay and Build It for always supporting our projects and gave us space in their shops to have collection bins throughout the duration of the project. It is always very heart worming to see the gratitude shown when people receive donations like this. We do not always realise how big of a difference some so small means to someone. Keep on driving #impactfulchange!
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Mossel Bay 32 Fighting Cold AB Tromp
During the last 3 months Mossel Bay 32 faced a challenge that likely all of the tables faced during Winter Knights collections, a hesitant public. Drop-offs in our area was not as effective as it used to be and participation was met with an amount of skepticism and hesitance toward potential infection risks. Businesses that used to allow drop-off boxes did not allow it this season. I think we all have a little fear of the known and unknown in our current circumstances. This, however, was not going to stop us. Mossel Bay 32 initiated a business challenge that provided businesses with a platform where purely monetary donations could be made and marketing exposure granted to them via our social media channels as a return. With the collections made from this successful initiative we were able to distribute well over 50 blankets to 3 separate distribution points where we identified a real need. Along with the blankets we were also able to distribute some non-perishable food product.One of these three distribution points is the Khanyise Educare Centre (the crèche we built back in 2012) that we continue to support in whatever way we can. They will soon be the recipients of a donated fridge and shelving that we plan to erect there with leftover funds from the Winter Knights Business Challenge. True to our motto Mossel Bay 32 adapted to the circumstances and improved on the outcome.
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Unity in Brotherhood Rigardt Esterhuizen
Banter & Chirps
Fellowship is just as important as the community work, we do as Paarl44. What better way to grow the fellowship then playing a round of golf? Four members of Paarl44 went and play a round of golf at Pearl Valley. The course is a top condition just as our banter and chirps. The fourball was good and at the 17th hole the game was tied. The 18th hole was for the win and to claim the fame. Donovan and Trompi has the bragging rights until the next four ball.
The 195 Copper Banner Carl Olivier A 195 tradition that was started by one of the Zwartkops 195 charter members, Mr Arthur Ahlschlager, who manufactured the original mould to make the sought after 195 copper banners. This same mould was used and is still used today to make the banners. Per account of a Zwartkops 41’er, there was a tradition in 195 to hold a banner making event. The Tablers would get together, each responsible for a part of the process.
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banner in the whole of RTSA and quite often Tabler’s from other areas first question when they meet a 195’er was: “What do I have to do to get one of your copper banners?” Even international Tablers that came through Port Elizabeth and was hosted by Zwartkops were impressed by the uniqueness of the banner.
The heaviest gents were in charge of pressing the shape out of the banners as this was originally done by placing the copper film in the mould and then the heaviest bloke in Table will stand on the mould to press out the shape, sometimes even with another Tabler on his back to supply the extra weight. The next team will be responsible for defining the outlines even further with a copper art tool while another team will be preparing the beeswax for the filling. Finally, the last team will be responsible for painting the crabs using a small paint brush and glass stain. However, keeping to 195 tradition, the drinks were flowing during the process and later the heavy blokes could not stand on the mould anymore. Luckily then the tradition to use a vehicle to drive over the mould was born. Unfortunately, there was no redemption for the men who were in charge of painting the crabs as the unsteady hands resulted in quite a high reject rate. It was then decided that painting of the banners should be left to one designated Tabler to do later at home in his own time.
Unfortunately, the mould was misplaced for years, however it made its way back to me. I decided to reignite the tradition of making the Zwartkops 195 copper banners. So far I’ve learnt the process to create these wonderful banners. Being a heavy myself, I’m able to press the mould myself, afterwards defining the outlines. I have however replaced the beeswax with fiberglass which resulted in a lighter and stronger banner. Through trial and error however I realised that I’m not the best painter…I will therefore be outsourcing the painting of the banners to my wife. During the August 2020 business meeting, we had the privilege to hand over the first of the new copper crab banners to Brendon “Alpha male” Stevens. The handover was done by my dad, 41’er Marius Olivier, who used to be in charge of making the copper banners when he was still an active Zwartkops 195 member. Brendon, a Zwartkops 195 legend and 41’er, will be leaving Port Elizabeth to go to Johannesburg. We wish Brendon all the best in his new endeavour. In conclusion, all we want to know is, what will you do to get a Zwartkops 195 copper banner?
Through the years, the unique Zwartkops 195 copper banner became the most sought-after
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Passing the buck –The Story of the yellow crate Pienaar Allers Gents, at Round Table PE West 142 we have “The Buck Passing” and is supposed to get passed monthly before the next business meeting. The idea with this is to promote social activity and to get to know each tabler, pipeliner or visitor better. So the buck was not passed for many, many moons and I had my fair share of words, threats, blows, beatings and embarrassment by my fellow tablers for not passing a buck which I did not have as we all thought it was raided. To a point where I was busy getting a new one made.
am sure he also did. From general problems in life to cleaning swimming pools and meeting up with old school friends, a lot was discussed and talked about. The refreshments certainly helped our tongues.
Shaun thanks for the great evening buddy its was awesome. To Round Tablers I would encourage So, the story of the yellow crate, I stuck to such activity at your tablers or even at area level my guns through all the phases of the and grow the fellowship. moons that the original “buck” was in a yellow crate following our 50th anniversary To my fellow 142 buddies, please note that I am the and so I did many follow with the tabler in only table in the history following all the possession of the yellow crate and it was shenanigans that has ever passed the buck twice in claimed it was not there. Funny how it a row, although moons apart. Beat that! surfaced a few months later from the “yellow crate”, thanks “Mr Mayor” you still owe me a drink. 😊 With that sorted and tradition back, I invited fellow tabler Shaun Vermaak for an evening of refreshments at our local Keg & Swan in Port Elizabeth. This is where I again realised the importance of the “Passing of the Buck” and social part of Round Table in general is. I have come to known Shaun much better and I
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Surprise Spitbraai and Birthday Celebrations with Stilfontein 53 Stephen Lucas On the 22nd May 2021, Roundtable Stilfontein 53, had a Spitbraai at our clubhouse, to generate some much needed clubhouse funds, and also celebrate the birthday of 41er/Honary member and past STNOFS Area Chairman, Rolf Van Staden! Friends, Family, Tablers and members of the public, attended this well run function, with everyone enjoying each others company, watching great rugby and eating delicious food prepared by the tablers! Thank you to all who attended the event and also making it a great success and for being there to celebrate Rolf's birthday!
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Projects Quenching thirsts on Golf Day Philippe Fouche The Ficksburg High School Golf day was held on 05 June 2021 at the Ficksburg Golf Club. Round Table 98 sponsored a "watering hole" on the day which was very well attended by all of the participants. As projects go this was not one that was meant to be profitable yet rather to simply support our local high school, but as we all know if you put a few Tablers in a room an idea for a event is bound to pop up! This brainstorming lead to the "Corona Chipping Challenge”, humor after all can be one of our best survival tools as said by Allen Klein. The idea of this challenge was to chip into a steel Corona Beer ice bucket placed several meters away with the prize being a six pack of Corona Beer in a Corona ice bucket. The response from the golfers on the day was amazing, it is fair to say that every participant had a good laugh at our play on words and that, in such trying times, it put a smile on many faces. We would like to thank Super
The Ficksburg High School GolfSpar Ficksburg for the donation of the Corona beer and buckets and Sasol Ficksburg for the ice that was sponsored. The day was one filled with great fellowship and gave a chance to highlight the fact that not all good is done through monetary means and that sometimes simply putting a smile on someone’s face makes a positive difference in their day.
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Table News Social Dam Day Charles Kirton Some rumblings of poor weather in the beginning of the week evaporated quickly as we woke up to sunshine and very few clouds. Kevin and Charles were first to arrive with Charles levelling out some of the bumps in the road with the Jetta (sorry Brett, hardly noticeable.) Boat offloaded and the gazebo up, things starting to take shape. The clouds collected ominously and grew grey quickly. Realising that this bunch weren’t going to go anywhere the clouds….fucked off. Much fun was had on the way to the dam too with Jono abandoning his Bakkie in the mud, even Guy and the Land Cruiser decided trying to pull it out later would be better. The skottel quickly made short work of the bacon and egg rolls for the famished. On the water, Scuba soon confirmed there was some truth to his name as he spent a fair amount of time under the water while wake boarding, or being dragged behind the boat without the board. Tip from Kev: Let go of the rope when you fall, Knob. Soon after, the ever simmering sibling rivalry was brought back to the boil as the McNamara brothers attempted twin line body board duelling. Kev, not feeling intimidated by his
Soon after, the ever simmering sibling rivalry was brought back to the boil as the McNamara brothers attempted twin line body board duelling. Kev, not feeling intimidated by his lankier counterpart, relied on fearless aggression and marlin like acrobatic leaps to keep the contest interesting. Many leaps left both Scuba and the viewers amazed. Other leaps, just thudded into the side of Scuba. For aerial dominance, Kevin’s awarded the win. (Scuba will call for a recount but this is not a democracy….let it go Scuba) With the tube now inflated, David and Charles took to the water. (The same duo had started the Hilton space program in Europe back in 2019 with “the Blob”, launching the first Mikko satellite.) Charles was hesitant. David had been dropping weight lately but Charles didn’t want to be the guy that the rest of the weight was dropped on. None the less, some entangled arms meant they were fairly secure….but secure enough to spoil Kevin’s plans of mass water obliteration you ask……..that was to be tested! We’re still unsure if we held on for so long because we were that good or, with the rapid knots and
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“septic tank plumbing issue” at their flat, Daniel may have been trying to cover for an overzealous Tracey….we can’t be certain. Jono, seemed to have fully recovered after his car accident. He had no problem on the board and using his weight, or lack thereof, skimmed across the water with the greatest of ease. Tracey verified she’s just as much a McNamara as her brothers on the body boards. Just as fearless but only a little less aggressive. and G’s Kev was pulling, we were that petrified of coming off! We knew someone’s foot was going to engage in the others nasal passage or worse, their own! Even under the steep athletic beer training that they had been hitting for months, fatigue and lateral G forces prevailed! Kevin chuckled……….success! Fortunately Charles held on a little longer than David, meaning all body parts stayed where they were supposed to. It appears David’s life jacket was holding on to him for dear life too as they were almost inseparable. A shout of “Get the butter!” was heard nearby. It only took 3 guys to strip David of his dignity, I mean the life jacket ;) Scuba, feeling deflated after the body boarding duel, seeked the comfort of his favourite jersey, but because they are so similar……he picked up Jess’s instead. It fitted! So we now know Scuba’s size is Girl 12-13 years old! Daniel later faced off against his future brotherin-law on the body boards and as usual, Kev “The Flying Marlin”, held nothing back. He may or may not have left “skid marks” on Daniel’s back. But, since hearing about the recent
Lloyd proves that he doesn’t listen too well after being told the Frisbee flies further than you think and it doesn’t float………5 seconds later, Kevin dives into the dam to recover the Frisbee thrown by Lloyd…..Thinking he’s learnt his lesson, we throw it back to him and just like before, the next throw, Kev’s swimming. Guy showed his care and love, when Carlene spectacularly almost gave us a scorpion face plant whilst getting on to the boat. The laugh that Guy projected was border line sadistic. Luckily the cushion broke her face, I mean her fall, and the only thing hurt was her pride. Karl proves his allergy to cold things was real with weird swollen shape welts. (Possibly could have just been his purple shirt though.) A weird discussion took place after. If cold water affects normal guys a certain way, does Karl’s allergy counter the process? After Richard blamed his tardiness in getting to the dam on his lovely wife for not getting out of bed, he still didn’t pitch! Perhaps it was in retaliation at Scuba for not arriving for the tattoo on friday…? Wors rolls hit the spot at lunch, with a couple of beers going down smoothly with the sun shining brightly above.
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Out with the old, In with the new
As the new generation joins Round Table, new way of thinking is on the approach. Paarl44 new generation wanted to give Paarl’s tabler’s a new look. The ideas of a new t-shirt were on the table. A design was then pulled up and everyone had an input. The designed was then finalized and the t-shirt was printed. We as Paarl44 are VERY proud of our new t-shirt design.
News from the Ladies Duane Karshagen The Round Table Maclear 178 Ladies are running an initiative to collect sanitary pads for girls in the community who are very often unable to afford to buy for themselves. Not have access to sanitary pads often results in girls being unable to attend school.
#Ladies4Ladies
Our Ladies have been running the project since June under the hashtag #ladies4ladies, and have already made their first donation to three schools in our area. This will hopefully be an ongoing project as the need is never ending. We thank our Ladies for everything they do for Maclear 178 and our community.
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Letters from Tablers Story of a Pipliner Dewald Niemand “Round Table is an institution of freemason guys as they gather regularly, wear medals and regalia and have weird conventions”. This is the mindset I initially had of what round table is all about. I have searched the internet for a better explanation that would proof my initial thought. I decided to contact a table 9 March 2021 through Facebook and see what will come of it. At this point it was my ever curiosity to find out more. I ended up contacting Round Table PE West 142. I immediately got a response on Facebook and so the once in a lifetime journey was born, at least for myself. An invite was extended for me to come visit them at their next meeting, scheduled for 17 March 2021. During the initial two weeks before meeting the members at their Clubhouse, I did further reading, engaged with the Chairman of RT PE West 142 and the evening of 17 March 2021 was here. I was outside the clubhouse and wondered what I will experience. At this point I went in uncertain but with an open mind. I was introduced to all the members and the meeting, a project meeting, took place. At this point I thought it is not as bad as I thought as I love to help communities where I can. The weeks passed by so quickly until I was formally asked if I would like to continue the path of becoming a member bymeans of entering the next phase of pipeliner or if I would like to remain a visitor. Decision time! What to do?
“The journey from the outside seems to be rather simple to me: Step 1 à Get Invited to a Table as a visitor [This is the most important step because without an invite you cannot visit] Step 2 à Attend a few meetings to show dedication [They will then ask you to become a member]” The above quote is my own simplification at the time in my own ignorance of the bigger picture. I learned through the interaction with the tablers that being a tabler is not joining some cult or being a freemason. It is about togetherness and unity to facilitate community upliftment, fellowship with like minded guys from diverse backgrounds and sacrifice to put others needs above your own. Round table and by extension RT PE West 142 are an honorable organization I have come to respect and I can relate to. My name is Dewald Niemand, a 33-year-old, who chose to become a pipeliner as of 5th Of May 2021 and who will aspire to become a full member soon. Time is not of the essence but changing a community one project at a time is of the greatest importance couple with fellowship. The journey is such an enriching one that I fear anyone not joining this journey is losing out the zest of life.
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Story of a Pipliner Nivesh Mala Through my upbringing I was always taught to give unto others selflessly, this I have my mother to thank for as the amount of joy it brings to myself and others is like no other feeling in this world. For the past 3 years I have been struggling with finding the time and resources to help everyone I come into contact with and somehow during the 3 years Round Table was always around popping up here and there. I was fortunate enough to be on holiday where my gate remote was not working and a gentleman by the name of Theo Klaas offered to assist as he was also staying at the same accommodation. I then bumped into him later on as we were neighbors for the weekend and we exchanged numbers after the weekend. He had numerous WhatsApp status updates on a weekly basis, and I often saw the Round Table logo and Theo attending Round Table events, this planted a seed. I then bumped into an old friend Mark Ward whom I used to work with/for 10 years back and he and I caught up over the F1 that day and he then asked me what I do for charity and my brights went on immediately knowing that this was my chance to get involved with something and no longer have to spread myself thin with worry about those less fortunate. My first meeting was on 30 September 2020, I was invited by Mark Ward and I had no idea what to expect but I couldn’t wait to dive into this.
The meeting was apparently one of the longest and everyone let me know that I shouldn’t be afraid as it’s normally shorter but I was having such a good time that I didn’t care much for the time. I loved that there was structure and how different everyone was but we were all there for the same reason. My highlight for the meeting was the professionalism that Johan Bruwer brought and this is the main reason I continued to attend meetings. I myself while sometimes quite forgetful, love policies and procedures and Round Table offers quite a bit of that. I know have peace of mind knowing that all my hard work will transpire into helping those in need and I have a good support structure while doing just that. I’ve learnt so much in my short time at Round Table, while we are few and far between there is always hope for a better tomorrow, and am super proud to be a part of it all and I honestly cannot wait to be inducted.
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From The Global Ginger
How to Travel Abroad: Part I Preparation and knowledge are the key to a successful trip. Be prepared When travelling abroad South Africans should take time to learn about the financial, political, cultural, and economic environment of their intended destination. Learn at least a few key phrases in the host country's language. Even a modest command of the local language will go a long way. When travelling abroad the laws of the foreign country apply to everybody. South Africans are not exempt from the law of the host country and cannot expect special treatment. Find out about the destination, paying particular attention to issues of personal security, safety, health, immigration, customs and import regulations. South Africans are always encouraged to have the contact details of the nearest South African Representative office and to carry contact details of their next of kin. South Africans are also encouraged to register before travelling, or after arrival at destination, in order to ensure that all personal details and contact details of next of kin are available, should there be an emergency in the host country and you or your next of kin should be contacted. Do you have your passport? A combination of your South African passport and RSA identity document are the best proof of your South African citizenship. Anyone who
intends travelling abroad should have a valid passport. If you do not have a passport, apply for it well in advance at all regional offices of the Department of Home Affairs. Passport application forms are available at all regional offices of the Department of Home Affairs countrywide and at South African Representative abroad. If your passport is due to expire within the next six months or has less than two blank pages, check with the foreign embassy or consulate of the country of your intended destination in South Africa for its rules and restrictions regarding passport validity and expiry. If you have any questions about passports, you can either contact the Department of Home Affairs in Pretoria at telephone +27 12 395 4307 (from abroad) or 0800 60 11 90 within South Africa or the Home Affairs Contact Centre via e-mail on hacc@dha.gov.za, or any regional office of the Department of Home Affairs. Keep certified copies of your passport (including the visa pages) with you for identification purposes. Do not keep the passport and the copies in the same place. An additional precaution is to leave a copy with a relative or friend at home. What happens if your passport is stolen/lost while abroad? If your passport is lost or stolen while you are travelling abroad, report the loss/theft
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Foreign Representative in South Africa of the country you intend to travel to, whether a visa is required or not. Since requirements can change from time to time it is best to double check the requirements before each trip. If you do not correctly comply with visa or permit requirements or overstay on your visa or permit you will be subject to any or all of the following: criminal prosecution, imprisonment, deportation and/or being blacklisted. Please note: DIRCO will not obtain visas- workstudy- residence permits on behalf of prospective travellers. Travel Insurance It is strongly recommended that you take out travel insurance before travelling abroad. Travel insurance should cover hospitalisation and related medical costs as well as a possible emergency evacuation. Depending on your age, physical condition, and destination you should consider provision in the event of death. Your travel agent or bank will be able to advise you. Medical costs abroad can be expensive compared to South Africa. In some instances, medical treatment can be withheld by the foreign country if a person has no proof of funds or travel insurance. Travel insurance that cover expenses in the event of death abroad will ensure that family and friends are not burdened with the costs for the preparation and transportation of mortal remains to South Africa. Remember to confirm the details of your coverage with your insurer as pre-existing medical conditions may require additional cover. It is important to cover all the members of the travelling party adequately.
Flights abroad Airlines may overbook flights during peak season. Therefore, travellers are advised to arrive early for check in. Driving abroad Prospective travellers who intend driving abroad must apply for an international driving permit (IDP). These are issued by the Automobile Association of South Africa. Always ensure that you have both your original driver’s licence as well as your IDP with you and keep copies (preferably certified copies) separate from the originals. South African drivers' licences are recognised in SADC countries (Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe). It is recommended that a letter of verification be obtained from the South African Department of Transport. When travelling by road to a neighbouring country always take the original vehicle registration documents with plus a certified copy. Establish before the journey where the temporary import permit for the vehicle/trailer is obtained. The temporary import permit must be valid for the full duration of your stay in the country. Check with your vehicle insurer that the vehicle will be covered in the country you travel to (have this confirmed in writing) and that the 3rd party insurance is in order. Some countries have specific regulations and require stickers for taking your vehicle across the border. For more information on cross border and sticker requirements, you may contact the Automobile Association of South Africa.
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immediately to the local law enforcement agency (e.g. police station). Take a copy of the police report to the nearest South African High Commission, Embassy or Consulate-General where you will apply for an emergency travel document. There is a fee attached to the application for an emergency travel document. Please note that all passport applications are forwarded to the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa for processing and issuance of new passports. The waiting period to receive a new passport abroad can be several months. In emergency situations the South African Diplomatic or Consular Mission can issue you with an Emergency Travel Certificate, which will allow you only to travel directly back to South Africa. To apply for a new Passport, or an Emergency Travel Certificate, you must: 1. Complete an application form. 2. Be finger-printed. 3. Produce written evidence of your South African citizenship (e.g. a birth certificate, identity document, certified copy of passport, driver's license). Where available. 4. Provide a copy of the police report. (in the event of loss or theft) 5. Present two photographs. 6. Pay the prescribed fee (as determined by the Department of Home Affairs). A South African passport remains the property of the Government of South Africa and may only be used by the person to whom it is issued. Selling your passport or permitting any other individual or agency to use it may lead to criminal prosecution and is considered sufficient cause to revoke the passport and refuse future passport services. In cases where employers insist to “safe keep” passports, please report it immediately to the nearest South African Diplomatic/Consular office.
Please note: It is the responsibility of travellers to ensure that they are in possession of the required valid passports and other required documents, issued by the Department of Home Affairs before departure. As a foreigner in a foreign country, you should always have your South African Passport (with the required visa/study/work/residence permit) with you. The DIRCO will not intervene on behalf of travellers before their departure from South Africa, on matters relating to the issuance of new RSA passports, the renewal of it or the issuance of ID, Birth-, Unabridged birth-, marriage certificates, or any other matter that falls within the mandate of the functions of the Department of Home Affairs. Visas/Permits A visa or permit is your permission to travel to, transit or remain in a foreign country. A visa or permit does not, however, guarantee entry into the foreign country, as the decision to grant entry remains the decision of the immigration officials of the foreign country. South African passport holders enjoy visa exemptions for certain countries. This means that South Africans can travel, usually for holiday or business purposes, to such countries without a visa for a pre-determined time. South Africans are strongly advised against using such visa exemption to travel to a foreign country with the real intention to work/study/reside there. A work/study/residence permit must be applied for prior to travelling to that country. South Africans must always check with the travel agent and/or the Foreign Representative in South Africa
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