Franschhoek Tatler - September 2016

September 2016

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Stellenbosch now a deeper shade of DA blue

The outcome of the 3 August Local Government Election (LGE) in Stellenbosch reflected what most observers expected – a substantial DA victory. If anything was unexpected it may have been the size of the victory, with the DA adding more than 10% to its support in the 2011 LGE by increasing its share of the vote from 58.98% in 2011 to 69.39% in 2016. The ANC’s share of the vote fell from 24.84% to 19.66%.

With regard to council seats the results mean that the DA increases its number of seats from 25 to 30 in the 43-seat council. With 8 seats the ANC will have 3 fewer seats than in the previous council. There have also been some changes in support with regard to the smaller parties. The Stellenbosch Civic Alliance (SCA) disbanded and its leader contested the 2016 LGE for the EFF. Where the SCA held 3 seats in the previous council the EFF now holds 2 seats. The Stellenbosch People’s Alliance also disbanded and its leader contested the election for the Democratic National Civic Alliance (DCNA). He returns to the council as the sole representative of the DCNA. Another new party in the council is the People’s Democratic Movement with one seat. Finally, the ACDP held on to its single seat in the council.

The DA must be particularly pleased that it retained ward 18 (Klapmuts) with an increased majority after taking it from the ANC in the 2011 LGE. Closer to Franschhoek the DA’s Cllr Minnie Petersen was responsible for the biggest surprise of the election in Stellenbosch by taking ward 2 (Groendal, Langrug, Tjotjombeni, La Motte) from the ANC. This had previously been a reliable ANC ward. Her margin of victory was 115 votes. Cllr Petersen’s achievement also means that for the first time

since Franschhoek was merged into Stellenbosch Municipality in 2000 all four wards to the east of Simonsberg are now under DA control.

The election generally went of smoothly in Stellenbosch, although wrong ballots were delivered to the voting station in ward 22. (The delivered ballots were intended for Cedarberg Municipality.) This problem was however corrected through the course of the day.

Another complication arose after the election, when a candidate for the Christian Democrats (CD) claimed to have been left off the ballot in 6 wards. This resulted in a complaint at the electoral court which delayed the final results and first caucus meeting of the DA several times. The candidate withdrew the complaint a week after the election, thus allowing the process of forming a council to continue.

The performance of several of the also-ran parties was so poor that observers might rightfully ask “Why did they bother?” Of the 25 parties that contested the election in Stellenbosch 18 received fewer than 1000 votes across all three ballots (ward, council PR and district PR). This means that the number of individuals who voted for them is probably around a third of the number of votes they received. Eight parties were not able to muster 100 votes across the three ballots and five parties couldn’t manage 20 votes!

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Karate world champ!

The South African National Karate Team arrived back from the 18th Kimura World Karate Championships in Berlin in Germany on 26 July 2016. South Africa once again achieved first place overall, making it three out of three over the last three world championships. What’s more is that Annelize Morkel, who trains at the Franschhoek Gym and Health Club, has become the first World Champion in Karate from Franschhoek!

Local instructors, Sensei Chris Ensil and Sensei Caleb Howard both competed and contributed to South Africa's medal tally. Sensei Chris received a bronze medal and Sensei Caleb both a silver and a bronze medal for the divisions in which they competed.

Sensei Chris, who is also the national head coach, said: “We have Shihan Chris Thomson to thank for his continued guidance, motivation and strong leadership. We also have to thank all the karate

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instructors in the organization for assisting with the preparation of the national team.”

“We hope that this will inspire more Karate students from the area to also set their goals on achieving what Annelize did,” he concluded.

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Who’s on the Council?

The proportional representation councillors are: Gesina Van Deventer (DA), James Hamilton (DA), Xoliswa Mdemka (DA), Jan De Villiers (DA), Manie Pietersen (DA), Nyaniso Jindela (DA), Ndipiwe Olayi (DA), Nicolaas Louw (DA), Salie Achmat (DA), Patricia Crawley (DA), Siegfried Schäfer (DA), Achmat Florence (DA), Franklin Adams (DNCA), Derrick Hendrickse (EFF), Lisenda Horsband (EFF), Wilfred Pietersen (PDM), Deon Arends (ACDP), Mzolisi Oliphant (ANC), Ronalda Nalumango (ANC), Lindikhaya Maqeba (ANC) and Ntombezanele Bakubaku-Vos (ANC) The ward councillors are (ward denoted by number): 1. Aldridge Frazenburg (DA), 2. Wilhelmina Petersen (DA), 3. Charles Manuel (DA), 4. Malcolm Johnson (DA), 5. Donaven Joubert (DA), 6. Nateshia Mcombring (DA), 7. Aalwyn Hanekom (DA), 8.

Quintin Smit (DA), 9. Marnes de Wet (DA), 10.

Rozette du Toit (DA), 11. Johanna Serdyn (DA), 12. Nokuthula Gugushe (ANC), 13. Faith BanganiMenziwa (ANC), 14. Phelisa Sitshoti (ANC), 15.

Nosibulele Sinkinya (ANC), 16. Elsabe Vermeulen (DA), 17. Paul Biscombe (DA), 18. Emily Fredericks (DA), 19. Jan Hendriks (DA), 20. Ansaaf Crombie (DA), 21. Frederick Badenhorst (DA) and 22. Esther Groenewald (DA).

Office bearers and mayco At the inaugural meeting of the newly-elected town council, on 15 August, the DA’s mayoral candidate, Adv. Gesie van Deventer, was officially elected as executive mayor of Stellenbosch Municipality.

In her acceptance speech she highlighted some of the challenges facing the municipality, such as: housing delivery, safety, job creation, empowerment and creating a favourable investment climate. She assured everybody present that she will be a mayor for all, who will lead with integrity, insight and inclusivity.

Addressing the councillors, she challenged them all to “Be the best public representative you can possibly be.”

Cllr Nyaniso Jindela was elected as executive deputy mayor – setting off a round of celebratory singing and dancing in the public gallery. Cllr Jindela noted that his election is proof that the DA is a truly diverse party.

Councillor Donoven Joubert was elected as speaker can councillor Minnie Petersen as council whip.

The members of the mayoral committee are (portfolios in brackets): Salie Pieters (Financial Services), Aldridge Frazenburg (Community Dev. and Community Services), Jan de Villiers (Infrastructure), Paul Biscombe (Human Settlements), Quintin Smit (Protection Services), Xoliswa Mdemka (Youth, Sports and Culture), Esther Groenewald (Corporate and Strategic Services) and Johannie Serdyn (Economic Dev. and Planning).

What will new LED lights lead to?

It has come to residents’ notice that the municipality is replacing streetlights with LED (light emitting diodes) lamps. La Motte Bosbou and the R45 being cases in point. Understandably this will save money on electricity and maintenance and it has a green plus for its lower demand on fossil fuel.

There is some dissatisfaction about the LEDs though.

LED street lighting (right) vs standard street lighting (left) It would appear that 3000 Kelvin (K). Colour temperature being “a measure some people believe the advantages of LED street of the spectral content of light from a source; how lights do not outweigh the downside and that science much blue, green, yellow and red light there is in it. The backs up the claims. It’s all about health and discomfort; higher the CT rating the more the blue content and in the USA the American Medical Association (AMA) the whiter the light appears.” An incandescent bulb will is taking it seriously and urging communities to be have a CT of 2400K and the LED lights generally used aware and minimize risks. for street lights have a CT of 4000K to 5000K. LED lights are long-lasting and efficient which The problem of balancing the good of efficient means they have to be replaced less often and they lighting with the bad of negative effects can apparently use less electricity. This translates into a commendable be addressed by keeping the CT of efficient LED financial saving for the municipality. A number of cities lights to 3000K and providing suitable shielding or in America have adopted this lighting practice and just do what the AMA says, “Cool it and dim it.” discovered afterwards that the positive side stretched BEKA Schréder, is the company that is providing the no further than balancing the books. In the view of Stellenbosch Municipality with LED streetlights. Mr. residents, health and environmental risks weighed Daniel Kasper, the Product Development Manager, heavily on the negative side. Because of high blue agrees that the design of street lighting should be light content, LED lights are bright and white causing in line with the national road lighting requirements glare which is uncomfortable and can be dangerous. In and comply with lighting levels, uniformity and glare addition to that, its efficacy in suppressing melatonin is ratings. Referring to glare he points out that LEDs five times that of the lights we are used to. emit the same amount of light as conventional The brightness and glare of high blue content light bulbs but from a smaller area which could increase affects one’s eyes by causing pupillary constriction. discomfort glare, as can the high blue light content That’s not all -- blue light scatters more in the human of LEDs. He says, “This is one of the reasons why eye than longer red and yellow wavelengths and at BEKA Schréder spreads the amount of light emitted certain levels this can lead to retinal damage. The by the LEDs over a higher number of LEDs as this sceptics claim these factors do not bode well for will increase the light emitting surface area and why we safely walking or driving at night. Health concerns design dedicated optics for different road geometries do not stop with bad night vision. According to the to minimize the discomfort glare.”

AMA there is a direct link between the suppression of Mr Kasper says that the CT of the new lights will melatonin and the disturbing of our circadian rhythm be limited to a maximum of 5000K claiming the which is a cause of sleep disruption. Nightlife of discomfort glare is equivalent to conventional street animals in the wild is similarly disrupted, but hardly lighting installations. He assures residents that the considered as cause for concern by most.

LED streetlights cause no health risks to road users Research has led the AMA to recommend that and is an improvement on the previous situation. outdoor lighting and street lights should be less bright Could this be a light bulb moment? and have a colour temperature (CT) of no more than

September 2016

Solms-Delta in government deal

A major restructuring of ownership has taken place at Solms-Delta wine estate, which has been struggling financially for some time.

The estate has been held up as a model of land reform ever since the owners, Mark Solms and Richard Astor, established a workers trust owning a third of the estate. Subsequently they were much praised for “the building of a culture of human dignity through the recognition and celebration of Cape culture, through museums, festivals and historical research.

Specifically, the place in Cape winemaking history of the slaves and workers whose vital contributions have been largely ignored by the industry, have been foregrounded.”

In terms of the R65 million deal struck between the estate and the national government’s National Empowerment Fund (NEF) the NEF will fund the purchase by the farm workers of 45% of the estate.

The NEF will hold another 5% entitling them to a board seat. The remainder of the board will consist of two worker representatives, Mark Solms, Richard Astor and the farm manager.

According to wine writer Tim James’s blog post on the deal “Giving up a third of their property was a radical gesture by Mark Solms and the British philanthropist Richard Astor – I suspect it hasn’t made them popular with some of the landowning class in the Western Cape; there’s no question that a few representatives of entrenched (interests) have been looking forward to the failure of this experiment in social justice.”

Comments on the post raise some of the concerns that have in the past been voiced about the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform’s (DRDLR) ‘50/50’ land reform programme of which this transaction is a prototype; typically that it would require the land owners to give away 50% of their property.

Indeed the scheme seems to make little financial sense to landowners, unless the property in question is heavily indebted, in which case the landowner can presumably rid himself of half the debt.

The statement from the new board however doesn’t

Solms-Delta hosts the popular annual Franschhoek Oesfees

refer to land owners giving away half of their assets, instead describing the transaction in very different terms, stating: “This transaction spearheads the DRDLR’s commitment to partnerships between farmers and workers, a concept first proposed by Minister Nkwinti in April 2014.” It continues to say that the Solms-Delta transaction is only the first in “a large number of similar transactions.”

Mark Solms and Richard Astor won’t benefit financially from the transaction. Instead the fresh investment “underwrites the workers’ ownership, clears the estate’s debts and establishes a firm financial basis for its development through recapitalisation.”

James quotes Mark Solms as saying that the business is “within a hair’s breadth of profitability, with local sales and exports going well”.

Lavender Farm owner directed to cease illegal use of guest cottages – again

Just after the August edition of the Tatler went to press in late July Smith Tabata Buchanan Boyes, the new attorneys for Stellenbosch Municipality, served a notice on Brashville – the company that owns Lavender Farm – and its directors ordering that the illegal use of the 10 guest suites in the 6 illegally-built cottages on the property must cease 7 days later – on 1 August 2016.

The notice explained in detail why building the cottages and their use were both illegal and criminal in terms of the Stellenbosch Municipal Land Use Planning By-law and the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act without the necessary zoning and valid approval of building plans. It also explained that failure to obey the order would be a separate and additional criminal offence in terms of the By-law. However, Brashville ignored this order as it ignored a previous Municipal order in October 2014 to stop using the suites for guest accommodation. As this edition of the Tatler went to press the cottages were still being used for guest accommodation.

The notice also said that if the illegal use continued after 1 August the Municipality would apply for an interdict to stop this illegal use. Up to the time of writing the municipality has however failed to do so, although it is provided with daily evidence of the continued illegal use.

The Municipality’s failure to proceed with an interdict led Anne Stone – who was an original party to the legal action that resulted in the municipal approvals for the 6 cottages being set aside by the High Court and the Supreme Court of Appeal – to

lay criminal charges against Brashville and Mr Robert Maingard as its controlling director at Franschhoek Police Station. A docket has been opened and these charges are being investigated.

She summarised what many concerned Franschhoek residents seem to feel by saying, “If the municipality isn’t prepared to take action to enforce its own laws after over two years of daily breaches then ordinary citizens will have to do so.”

Mr Dupré Lombaard, Director of Planning and Economic Development at Stellenbosch Municipality, acknowledged that the municipality had a statutory duty to enforce compliance with applicable legislation, but cautioned against “an abuse of power by any authority or abuse of a situation by a complainant …

It is our experience that many of the complainants themselves have been or are transgressing legislation, yet there is no reference thereto in any of their communication with the municipality or the media.”

He went on to say that the municipality must consider submissions by the attorneys for the complainant and the owners and have its own legal advisors check that there are no breaches of legislation or misuse of power in every action it takes. He also said, “The municipality is managing and monitoring the unlawful use of the property with due cognisance of the fairness of its actions in view of the legal notice.”

Lombaard also told the Tatler that a report is being prepared for council to decide the amount of the contravention levy and the building plan application and zoning can then be decided. As reported in our August issue Senior Counsel has already advised council as to the amount of the contravention levy.

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URGENT APPEAL: Franschhoek SPCA to close down?

At the recent SPCA Annual General Meeting in July, a new committee of volunteers was voted in. The hard reality of the situation, with which we were immediately confronted, is that Franschhoek SPCA has run out of money and without an immediate injection of funding is facing a financial crisis that will lead to closure.

Since its inception over 20 years ago, Franschhoek SPCA has been quietly providing vital services in Groendal and the greater Franschhoek Valley. These include food, medication, inoculation, de-worming, tick prevention, mange treatment and re-uniting pets with their owners. The staff and volunteers work tirelessly to prevent the abuse of domestic and farm animals and, most crucially, to offer an on-going programme of education and mass-sterilisation.

In the year to 30 April 2016, over 130 dogs and cats were sterilised. Assuming five offspring per litter in the first generation alone, over 600 unwanted puppies and kittens have been saved from short, miserable, and homeless lives. Every month some 180 animals are treated and an additional 5 000 subsidised meals are provided by the SPCA Clinic in Groendal.

There is still widespread suffering and deprivation in the dog and cat population of the Franschhoek Valley, but, without your financial generosity, we can

no longer continue. In that event, the responsible animal owners will have no-one to turn to for help, there will be no-one to monitor abuse and neglect, and there will be a continuing increase in the number of unwanted dogs and cats roaming the valley.

A Stellenbosch Municipality grant provides 30% of the SPCA’s total annual income. In the past two years the application for the grant was not made correctly or timeously, the result being that the crucial funds from the municipality were never received. The cost of providing the critical services to the community, including the cost of three full-time staff members, amounts to over R35 000 per month. There has in the past been insufficient fund-raising and donation requests to supplement the municipal grant. Having discovered and paid off longoverdue creditors and, given the current finances, there is barely enough funding to meet the basic needs until the end of September.

What are we doing to redress this? The new committee is urgently working with Stellenbosch Municipality to try and resuscitate the crucial grant, liaising with the National SPCA to seek funding for Inspector Lilly Constable’s salary while also planning for a focused fund-raising, donation and cost-savings programme. It is unlikely the new grant application C

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will result in an early release of funds for operations to continue. So, Franschhoek SPCA desperately needs immediate financial aid to give us a lifeline and time to get back on an even keel. We urgently seek your assistance and support in this endeavour.

Whether you are an animal lover, a caring individual, potential benefactor, patron, local business or corporate sponsor, please help us save this muchloved institution, the Franschhoek SPCA. Please give today what you can, or call any of the committee members you may know - together we can continue to make a difference.

On behalf of the animals and the team, thank you.

Errol Cunnama (Chairman – Franschhoek SPCA) Tel: 021 876 2537 Cell: 084 941 4335 Email: ecunnama@gmail.com Graeme Comrie (Vice-Chairman) Tel: 021 876 2648 Cell: 083 795 8452. Email: graemecomrie@mweb.co.za Committee: Annette Phillips, Julie Tomlinson, Anne Stone, Tracy Leigh Mitchell, Bettina Juling, Pat Morgan.

SPCA Franschhoek bank details for donations: Bank: Nedbank Franschhoek, Account holder: Franschhoek SPCA, Branch code: 198765, Account number: 1670019365, Reference: SPCA appeal.

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On and Off Course Lawrence Gould

Major moments in golf

The four annual Majors in golf are now completed.

With his one-shot victory in the 2016 PGA Championship, Jimmy Walker joins Danny Willett, Dustin Johnson and Henrik Stenson as first-time major winners this season.

Walker seems to have exploded on the PGA Tour in the past two years. After playing in 187 events without a win on the PGA Tour, Walker won three times in the first eight events of the 2014 season.

Now he is a six-time winner on the PGA Tour, culminating in 2016 with him winning his first major title at the PGA Championship. In 2014 he made the USA Ryder Cup team and in 2015 he was a member of the USA Presidents Cup team.

Walker credits his rise to the top on his association with legendary coach Butch Harmon, who is best known for having been Tiger Woods’s golf coach from 1993 to 2004. Harmon deserves his legendary title as he has worked with many other major champions including: Ernie Els, Greg Norman, Fred Couples, Adam Scott, Dustin Johnston and, recent winner of the Gold Medal at the Olympics, Justin Rose.

Rose’s exciting and tense final round in Rio, against 2016 Open Champion Henrik Stenson, rescued the event from being a damp squib, as so many of the top golfing gladiators were absent. Many used the Zika-virus scare as an excuse, while others, such as Rory McIlroy

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responded to Gary Player’s comment on the absentees.

Player said to reporters: "They don’t want to promote golf and they don’t realize how lucky they are… They don’t realize what the Olympic Games can mean for the sport.”

McIlroy responded: “I don't feel like I've let the game down at all. I didn't get into golf to try and grow the game. I got into golf to win championships and win major championships.”

I was pleased to witness the tension; excitement and crowd pleasure of watching golf ’s first Olympian in 112 years succeed. I played golf with Justin Rose at Fancourt when he was 17 years old. I am now very proud to say that the young South African-born man I played with is now an Olympic Gold Medal winner.

Finally, my congratulations and adulations to Wayde van Niekerk who will surely grow the running game!

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Cellar Chat

Mark Tanner Whether we like it or not, wine is made in England.

Hambledon Vineyards in Hampshire is generally acknowledged as being the first to aspire to a commercial venture. Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Warwickshire among others also have vineyards.

Wine however is not restricted to the Shires in that 'green and pleasant land', as Frodo Baggins would readily confirm. In fact, much closer to home, is the Dormershire Vineyard – only 47 km from Franschhoek and scenically situated on a hill overlooking Kuilsrivier, Cape Town and the peninsular mountains.

This small family-owned operation produces wines that demands attention and epitomises the viticultural 'find' that we all look out for. They produce only one white, a Sauvignon Blanc that I have heard described as having 'zip' in true Sauvignon style, a Shiraz, a Cabernet (and a reserve Cabernet) and two Cab/Shiraz blends of different vintages, plus a sweet red dessert wine.

I found varying degrees of excellence in the reds with special mention for the 2014 and 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. The latter had 15 months in French oak and still has a future. The real surprise is the outstanding value for money.

As may be expected, Dormershire is not open to the public. Calls are by appointment only. This, of course, makes the experience both private and more pleasurable. Dormershire offers a bonus: For that special event one may order their wines in larger bottles, from a Jeroboam (3 litres) to a Nebuchadnezzar (15 litres).

Grande Provence launches first Amphora wine

Grande Provence recently released its first Amphora wine, an unusually aromatic and ultra-elegant Franschhoek Chenin Blanc fermented and matured in egg-shaped Tuscan clay amphorae capturing over 6 000 years of winemaking history.

“The wine, made predominantly of Chenin Blanc with a touch of Muscat de Frontignan (6%) is a complete departure from what one expects from a white wine – balanced tannin, deeply coloured and unusually aromatic,” says Matthew van Heerden, newly appointed general manager and winemaker at Grande Provence. Van Heerden has just taken over the helm from Karl Lambour, the architect of the Amphora Wine.

The Chenin Blanc grapes come from a 34-yearold Franschhoek vineyard. Only the best yellow, sun exposed bunches were picked to maximise the health, flavour and aromatic expression of the wine. Pressed Viognier skins were added to enhance the texture. The grapes were left to ferment naturally on the skins and remained in the 400 litre clay amphorae for 7 months without any added sulphur. Wines crafted in this way require less sulphur for stability as the tannins from seeds and skins are a natural preservative, while the clay vessels allow the wine to ‘breathe’ during ageing.

Prior to bottling, the wine was transferred to an old 500 litre oak barrel.

The result is an elegant and complex wine with well integrated layers of differential textures and citrus flavours.

“The wine is zingy, fresh and extremely aromatic.

Upfront flavours of mandarin and citrus on the nose carry through beautifully onto the palate, complemented by hints of perfume from the Viognier skins,” says van Heerden, for whom working with amphorae opens a new chapter in his winemaking career.

The first Grande Provence clay amphorae were imported just before the 2015 harvest from Manetti Gusmano and Figli of Florence – proud Tuscan artisans who have mastered the ancient art of crafting these terracotta vessels over seven generations.

“When I taste this truly unique wine and follow its journey, it becomes apparent that with careful natural winemaking we can craft wines that are a pure expression of their site, with complex layers of texture and intense fruit aromas. The wine’s natural purity and precision simply astounds,” adds van Heerden.

The Grande Provence Amphora 2015 sells for R600 at the cellar door. www.grandeprovence.co.za | 021 876 8600

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When it comes to this kind of vineyard, with nononsense boutique and family appeal, we do not have to look very far at all. Beyond the monument on the Green Valley Road is Stony Brook with excellent wines, bracketed by a great bubbly and a Viognier dessert wine. Try their recently released 'The Max' for a satisfying winter warmer. Their SMV (Syrah, Mourvèdre, Viognier) is a favourite as is their 'Ghost Gum' white. The Ghost Gum tree looks down on you from above the car park.

And what about those places that we drive past routinely but rarely visit? Akkerdal, near the Berg River Dam turnoff, has some really bold reds such as their 'Wild Boar', a blend of five varieties including Tempranillo. Winemaker Pieter Hanekom conjures up unusual blends. Very southern Rhône and very much a food wine is his 'Kallies Dream' with Mourvèdre, Grenache, Viognier and Carignan varieties.

Just this side of Akkerdal is La Chataigne, owned

by Richard Parkfelt. Here a small range of whites are presented on a charming reed-roofed patio. I find these wines not only good value but they are made in a softer, more European style, typical of wine made by the fairer sex. This time by Gerda Willers. Don't forget Gerda's own label from Four Paws at the La Motte forestry turn off. Her Piekenierskloof sourced Pinotage and clever Muscat d' Alexandrie and Viognier dessert blend are worth a call as is her new Grenache.

Lynx must receive a mention for their highly rated 'The Lynx' from 100% Cabernet Franc, and go to Topiary nearby for an exceptional Blanc de Blancs Brut bubbly. For an historic experience try Eikehof on the corner. Their Semillon vines are over 100 years old and doing fine, thank you. Like the local 'Shire' near Kuilsrivier, these wineries all share the word 'passion', confirming that Winelands surprises are mostly found at the smaller venues. I raise my glass to them.

Lynx Viognier: Two years, two national wins

Although the origin of the Viognier grape is not known, it is the Condrieu appellation on the Rhône River in France, which is generally regarded as the home of Viognier. Almost extinct in the mid1960s, this grape is now becoming increasingly popular and is now grown in various parts of the world. Franschhoek is no exception, where various producers grow the grape, but few of them produce a 100% Viognier wine.

Lynx Wines has been making a straight Viognier since 2008, and at the recent Novare Terroir Awards their 2015 Viognier was not only judged the Top Viognier of the Franschhoek region, but the whole of South Africa.

Fluke? Hardly so, as it is the second year running that it receives this award. “Viognier is a tricky grape to grow,” says Lynx winemaker Helgard van Schalkwyk, “it is quite insipid while it is ripening so you have to wait until the fruit is really ripe, when, from one day to the next, there is an explosion of flavours. However, we’ve learnt that the birds are also familiar with this phenomenon, so we started protecting the grapes with bird netting a few years ago.”

As with so many things, it’s all about getting the balance right. Lynx ferments roughly half of the juice in new French oak barrels, where it is then aged for 6 months to give the wine body and mouthfeel. Too much of this, though, and you lose the fresh fruity and floral notes that Viognier is so well known for, so the other half is fermented in stainless steel, and the two parts are blended just before bottling. The result

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The Bar @ Le Quartier Français has a trendy new look

The Bar @ LQF is a sociable space with a woodburning fireplace for a cosy get together on a rainy day, while – for sunny days – the outside seating creates the perfect spot to relax over a drink and watch the activity on Huguenot Street.

The bar has recently been refurbished and given the “Leeu touch” by internationally recognised interior designer, Beverley Boswell, who is responsible for all interiors for the Leeu Collection portfolio. While respecting the integrity of the original Cape Victorian building, Beverley has managed to conjure a cool, welcoming, intimate and up-to-date space where visitors can relax. In a nod to the Cape Dutch heritage, Beverly used a blue colour palette with contemporary fabrics, mixing Delft-inspired hues and neural textures to create a crisp, modern space.

The Bar @ LQF takes its cue from Africa, giving it a unique local twist by infusing handcrafted spirits with aromatic wild botanicals, from baobab and buchu to kapokbos and more. Savour signature craft gin

cocktails or create your own G&T from the menu of delicious ingredients. A selection of classic cocktails, some with a unique contemporary twist, as well as delicious non-alcoholic versions, will instantly spark a conversation. The well-stocked bar also offers artisan beers and ciders, as well as a hand-picked selection of proudly South African wines.

For those wanting to enjoy something light to eat, award-winning executive chef at Le Quartier Français, Margot Janse’s scrumptious tapas-style menu will do the trick. Margot has created a menu featuring dishes such as potato churros and smoked herb mayonnaise, curried prawn toast and raita or springbok bitterballen with mustard. The grazing board for two is already a hot favourite!

Order one or two plates for a satisfying snack or a combination of several for a filling meal and spend a relaxing afternoon sharing good food and wine.

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Top 12 spot for Rickety Bridge

The stature of Rickety Bridge’s Cabernet Sauvignon has been re-affirmed with the Paulina’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon once again singled out as one of South Africa’s best in the 2016 Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report, (formerly known as the Christian Eedes Cabernet Sauvignon Report).

Rickety Bridge winemaker, Wynand Grobler, commented, “We are incredibly proud of our team for the outstanding achievement of scoring 90/100 in the Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report 2016, and ranking as one of 12 top wines out of the 60 wines judged. This is the fourth time in five years that this report Rickety Bridge winemaker Wynand Grobler has selected the Paulina’s Reserve downs daily. The wine was pressed gently up to 1.2 Cabernet as one of South Africa’s best Cabernets.”

Bar pressure after 21 days skin contact. Malolactic According to founder and chair of the panel, fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks and Christian Eedes (editor of Winemag.co.za), the linethe wine was then aged in small French Oak barrels up consisted of South Africa's most high-profile (35% new) for 24 months. examples of Cabernet Sauvignon, based on their Tasting notes: The nose displays classic red and reputation and success in recent local and international black berries layered with herbal notes, pencil shavings competitions. Submission was by invitation only and and oak spice. A full, rich lingering palate follows with the wines were tasted blind. The 12 top–scoring wines powerful fruit expression, silky polished tannins, wellwere rewarded for their purity of fruit, freshness, integrated oak and balanced natural acidity. This wine structure and depth of flavour. is a pleasure to drink from the first sip until the last.

About the wine Maturation potential: Peak potential from four Viticulture: All grapes used to make this estate years, aging well up to ten years from vintage. wine come from low-yielding (six tonnes/ha) wellSuggested food pairing: Rack of lamb, chargrilled manicured vines, situated against the north-westerly sirloin or ribeye, roast beef and Yorkshire pudding, slopes of the Dassenberg Mountain and planted in slow-cooked oxtail or braised venison. deep decomposed granite Oakleaf soils.

Price: R250 per bottle.

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What is brewing at Tuk Tuk?

Tuk Tuk Microbrewery opened its doors in February 2016. This 250-litre capacity brewery, a Leeu Collection offering, is micro and authentic in the true sense of the word.

Tuk Tuk offers guests a variety of high-quality craft beers. The brewery has a fermentation capacity of 4 000 litres with eight 500 litre fermenters that are fully temperature controlled for optimimal fermentation control and lagering. It has one temperature controlled open fermenter for atmospheric fermentation and yeast harvesting, as well as one 2 000-litre cooled water tank which contains the brew water, regularly supplied from the Leeu Estates’ mountain spring. Another four 500-litre bright beer tanks will contain the finished product ready to be served on draft or manually filled in kegs. The brewery was constructed by Kaspar Schulz from Bamberg, Germany, a company with over 300 years of experience in brew system fabrication.

Patrons can be seated indoors around the microbrewery and watch fine craft beer being expertly brewed or outdoors with a close-up view of bustling Huguenot Street. Guests can tuck in for a bite to eat at the Tuk Tuk ‘Taqueria’, which served fresh and authentic Mexican food (think nachos, ceviche, and tacos) perfectly paired to the craft brews and made by Oliver Cattermole, executive chef of Leeu Estates and Leeu House.

A selection of six CBC beers are on offer namely the CBC Lager, CBC Harvest Lager (seasonal) CBC Mandarina Bavaria IPA, CBC Oktoberfest Beer (seasonal), CBC Imperial IPA, CBC Pilsner, CBC Amber Weiss, CBC Krystal Weiss and CBC Red Weiss (seasonal); while four exclusive, handcrafted Tuk Tuk branded beers, a Lager, Weiss, Dunkel and Pale Ale. Two of the Tuk Tuk brews will change seasonally.

Beer lovers can sample the tasting menu of four brews, either the CBC or Tuk Tuk offering or enjoy a tasting of all eight brews on tap. Spice things up with the T&T, a tequila and a spicy tomatino shot, followed by a cooling half-pint of lager.

Tuk Tuk brewmaster Dewald Goosen

“Tuk Tuk is a very nice little brewery on steroids, especially when it comes to technological advances and energy savings,” says Dewald Goosen, brewmaster at Tuk Tuk and a man who started as an enthusiastic and successful home brewer.

“The choice of ingredients is the first step to creating exceptional craft beer,” says Dewald. “Our bespoke brews are made from carefully selected local and imported hops and malts, specially cultured yeasts and crystal clear spring water, regularly sourced from Leeu Estates’ mountain spring.

“We will be creating new benchmarks by experimenting with different ingredients and custom batches and we are eager to welcome you to our little gem of a brewery.”

The Tuk Tuk microbrewery is open seven days a week during season (October – April) and closed on Tuesdays out of season. Opening times 11h00 - 22h00. www.tuktukbrew.com | 021 492 2207

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PJ Pops: Net die ding vir somer

Goeie wyn en vrieskaste gaan nie gewoonlik hand aan hand nie, maar dit gaan binnekort verander, wanneer ’n treffende nuwe reeks wyn-gebaseerde gevriesde yslollies net betyds vir die lente bekendgestel word.

Die Pierre Jourdan wyn yslollies – of ‘PJ Pops’ soos hulle bekend staan –is geïnspireer deur ’n oorsese produk. Dit is die breinkind van Natasha Alomia en Jon-Marc De Carvalho, van JML Consulting (Edms.) Bpk, ’n maatskappy wat spesialiseer in die bekendstelling van nuwe, gesondheids-, welstand- en lewensstylhandelsmerke.

Yslollies met ’n alkoholbasis is ’n wegholsukses in vername oorsese markte. Die bekendstelling van PJ Pops is die eerste maal wat ’n tuisgemaakte, wyngebaseerde yslollieproduk op plaaslike rakke gaan verskyn. Die PJ Pops word op 1 September 2016 bekend gestel, met twee heerlike variante wat van die Pierre Jourdan Brut, ’n Cap Classique, en die Pierre Jourdan Tranquille, ’n stilwyn versnit van Pinot Noir en Chardonnay; gemaak is.

Haute Cabrière was die eerste Suid-Afrikaanse wynplaas om Cap Classique eksklusief van die edele kultivars, Chardonnay en Pinot Noir te produseer en dit was dus heel gepas dat Alomia en De Carvalho die Pierre Jourdanreeks gekies het om Suid-Afrika se eerste wyn-yslollies te loods. “Ons hanteer ons wyne met groot sorg en erns, maar wil hê mense moet pret daarmee hê; entoesiasties daaroor wees en ons sien die PJ Pops as ’n wonderlike manier om juis dit te doen,” sê Takuan von Arnim.

“Ons het ’n jonger oesjaar Cap Classique gebruik om die varsheid in die PJ Brut yslollie te behou, terwyl die meer prominente vrugtegeure van die Pinot Noir in die Tranquille, dit ideaal maak vir diegene wat iets effe soeter verkies,” voeg Von Arnim by.

Die kern van die aantreklike voorkoms van die PJ Pops is die stylvolle verpakking, wat die elegansie van die wyne vergestalt: donkergroen vir die Brut, ’n

rosige blos vir die Tranquille, in ’n gesofistikeerde, ten volle herwinbare yslolliesakkie met ’n aluminiumfoelie seël wat moeitelose genot verseker: enige plek, enige tyd. En as hulle effens smelt, sit jy dit eenvoudig terug in die vrieskas om binne 24 uur weer te vries.

“Ons het alreeds enorme belangstelling in die PJ Pops gehad en ná die bekendstelling sal dit by uitgesoekte luukse kroeë, hotelle, restaurante en laatnag kuierplekke in Gauteng en die Wes-Kaap beskikbaar wees,” sê De Carvalho. “Die PJ Pops sal ook by uitgesoekte wynfeeste en leefstyl-geleenthede regoor die land beskikbaar wees.”

In die handel sal PJ Pops op 1 September eksklusief in uitgesoekte Pick n Pay Liquor-winkels regoor Gauteng en die Wes-Kaap geloods word. Voorgestelde handelaarsprys is R25.00 (BTW ingesluit) per yslollie. www.cabriere.co.za | 021 876 2630

Happy cows have happy lines

How does one know whether a cow is happy?

They don’t smile and crack jokes and a laboratory test for cow happiness is still a long way off! So what, then, is a beef farmer to do?

At Boschendal they know that nature, as usual, has the best answer. It’s all about happy lines.

Happy lines resemble veins that appear on the rib cages of cattle and run at opposite angles to the rib bones. These lines are nature’s way of signalling that everything is just fine. Clever, no?

Now that we know how to tell whether a cow is happy the logical next question is: “How does one make a cow happy?” It turns out that it is all about grass.

Boschendal’s beef farmer, Jason Carroll, says that “In my first few weeks of working at Boschendal, I came to a sudden realization that I am not a just beef farmer. While I may have a herd of five hundred Black Angus cattle that are arguably one of the top genetic herds in the country and I do the day-to-day chores of any beef farmer, I am not, first and foremost, a beef farmer. I farm grass!”

This is a crucial insight. Beef is a product that comes from the grass. Grass is energy. Energy is weight and weight is money. This insight, however, is lost on most beef farmers, who raise cattle in ways that are far from natural and produce far from ideal results.

At Boschendal beef farming is based on the wisdom of US organic farming guru Joel Salatin. He maintains that all ruminants have three things in common: “They mob, they move and they mow.” Together, these activities ensure that pastures are eaten evenly with no selective grazing. As the animals move over the pasture they urinate and spread the muck evenly over the pasture, which ensures natural fertilisation. The movement of the mob spreads seeds and tramples them into the grass, while simultaneously flattening the grass which protects the seeds and allows them to germinate in a moist environment. Finally, the animals are mowing the grass, stimulating regrowth.

The pastures at Boschendal aren’t monocultures, instead the farming team tries to emulate natural grasslands and plant summer and winter grasses and legumes. Also in the mix are whatever fynbos, grasses and weeds occur naturally. This provides the cattle with a wide range of minerals and nutrients making supplementation and nasty antibiotics unnecessary.

The health benefits don’t end there. Naturallyproduced beef is lower in saturated fat, higher in vitamin E, and has a balance of omegas 3 and 6.

Someone who certainly appreciates the quality of grass-fed beef is Boschendal’s butcher, Mark Muncer. He says, “It’s a little known fact, but grazing is as important to beef as terroir is to wine. Just as you can taste the difference in a wine with impeccable terroir, the quality of grazing and personality of the farm comes through in the beef.”

Unlike commercial beef which is slaughtered at 12 months, Boschendal’s cows are slaughtered later and according to weight and not by age. This added time is integral to quality fat development. Cows have four stages of fat gain, and marbling – the most-prized fat in beef – occurs last. There is no way to develop marbling other than time. “This is why you see so little marbling on mass produced beef, which is essentially baby beef,” Mark adds.

Boschendal’s all-natural, grass-fed beef is available to the public from The Werf Butchery at Boschendal and is served in all the Boschendal restaurants.

Another attractive offering available from the butchery are weekly hampers of Boschendal’s farm produce (seasonal vegetables, eggs, meat and something from the bakery) that can be pre-ordered for collection at the butchery on Thursdays. Think of them as all-natural, edible lucky packets. No supermarket offers those and the farm scenery is much better than that of the supermarket aisle! www.boschendal.com | 021 870 4264 (The Werf Butchery)

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Stop, take a breath and find the answers Mini Spa opens

I have a memory from my childhood days growing up on a farm that I want to share today. It’s about an event that turned out to be very symbolic of what happens in real life so often as well.

One night in the middle of summer with all the windows of my bedroom open, welcoming the cooling breeze, an unwanted visitor entered my life as well. A bat flew into my room. Causing, in one word, havoc! It was a chaotic mess of screaming and yelling and my dad trying to swipe this thing that just entered our lives with a fly swatter and my mom standing at the door giving instructions. In between I was on an emotional swing; both trying to be the hero and getting this thing out of my life myself and running away in fear of this creature that seemed huge and scary. The chaos lasted for a good couple of minutes and then when the surge of adrenaline worked out of our systems, we could all stand back and focus for a while. In this short moment, the bat also took a break from fighting for its life in pure panic and fell to the ground. At that moment of calmness we all focused for a while and we could put a jar over the resting bat, catching it calmly and releasing it outside again.

How often we behave exactly the same when some unlikely event enters our lives? A retrenchment, an affair, losing a loved one, financial failure, a child that needs help, sickness. The list goes on and on.

We are in a constant battle between fighting this and running away from that, without any positive perspectives on success in the near future. In the end the havoc in our lives is created more by our behaviour towards an event and the unhelpful advice of our support networks, than the unwelcome event self. We get consumed by emotions and panic, and

the moment that panic takes control of your life, all other reasonable thoughts disappear, your intellectual ability decreases and you can focus on nothing else except this thing.

If you find yourself in such a position today, stand back and breathe. Not only is breathing a simple and calming exercise often taken for granted, but controlling your breathing is the first step to taking control over your life again. Even though breathing is mostly done subconsciously, it is extremely simple and easy to take control over your breathing. Deep slow breaths or short fast ones, holding your breath or exhaling. It is all in your control and once you have started taking control back, the path to calmness and clarity of mind is paved with logical ideas how to handle even the most challenging stumbling blocks with success.

If there is nothing positive to focus on in your life, focus on your breathing – it is clear evidence that you are still alive.

Liesl Saayman – Ataraxia Life Coach.

The FHB mini spa ladies are trained to pamper

Franschhoek Hair and Beauty (FHB) has opened a new place for beauty therapy treatments. It is located in a quiet corner towards the back of The Yard and is called the FHB Mini Spa. According to Jo Visser, owner of FHB, the busy salon’s premises were not ideal for including beauty treatments and so she started looking for additional premises. When the space in The Yard became available, she knew it would be right. She has done the interior design in a rustic vintage style, incorporating her own bold taste of turquoise with mustard soft furnishing offset by a neutral grey.

Another reason for opening the Mini Spa is that

Jo wanted to offer couples treatment. There are two combined cubicles which mean a couple can enjoy treatments together. All the usual salon treatments are available with the addition of body scrubs and wraps.

Three beauty therapists have joined Jo (who is a beauty therapist and hairdresser) at the Mini Spa. They are Tasnime Howell, Natasha Snyders and Kettie Msema. They have a Proudly South African philosophy and use the completely natural local products Environ, DermaFix and TheraNAKA. The official launch is on 22 September from 16h00 – 19h00 and all are welcome. jo@franschhoekhairandbeauty.co.za | 021 8762016

Breastfeeding raises IQ scores and gives children the best chance at life

The Breastfeeding Series, an evidence-based report published in the Lancet (a peer reviewed medical journal) found that “breastfeeding [is] consistently associated with higher performance in intelligence tests in children and adolescents.” This increase in intelligence quotient (IQ) scores is linked directly to higher earnings throughout adulthood.

“Breastfeeding is an incredibly cost effective investment in the future of our society. Its positive effects last throughout adult life,” says Stasha Jordan, breastfeeding activist and executive director of the South African Breastmilk Reserve.

Breastfeeding also has long term health benefits for children. The Lancet reports that breastfeeding reduces the incidence of type 2 diabetes by as much as 35% and the incidence of obesity by 13%. This, in turn, reduces

the burden on public health systems which frees up resources to be used for poverty alleviation.

“Breastfeeding reduces infant morbidity and mortality, increases IQ score, improves school achievement, and boosts adult earnings — all essential for reducing poverty,” says Keith Hansen, Vice President for Human Development at the World Bank.

Despite the growing weight of this evidence, women face multiple challenges when it comes to breastfeeding.

These include insufficient maternity leave in particular, as well as lack of support from government and employers to provide child care on site in order to facilitate continued breastfeeding in the workplace.

The promotion and protection of breastfeeding is a collective societal responsibility and not only the sole responsibility of women. Women comprise a major

proportion of the work force and political institutions must take responsibility for removing the structural and societal barriers which limit a woman’s ability to breastfeed.

These challenges are particularly acute in South Africa. “Breastfeeding should continue until at least 12 months, but our society and government do not even support exclusive breastfeeding up to six months,” says Professor Delport, an expert on neonatal care.

“Statutory maternity leave is only four months, and mothers are not supported to breastfeed at work. As such, we have a dismal exclusive breastfeeding rate of just 8% by the age of 6 months,” she adds.

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to near universal levels would prevent 823 000 deaths annually in low-income and middle-income countries.

Despite the inestimable health, economic and environmental benefits of breast feeding, the practice is not adequately promoted, protected or supported.

As a result our children, women and societies lose out on these benefits. And the irony is that breast milk is completely free.

The SABR is a case in point in the struggle to feed vulnerable infants with human milk when their mothers are unable to lactate successfully.

To get involved and alleviate the challenges faced by the SABR, including low breastfeeding rates in South Africa, sourcing donor mothers and funding for the operation of the milk-banks, please visit www.sabr.org. za or call 011 482 1920 or e-mail: info@sabr.org.za.

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Scientists discover rooibos’ unique anti-ageing potential

South African wonder herb, Rooibos, is sure to turn the anti-ageing revolution on its head following a new round of research into its anti-ageing potential beyond that of its well-known antioxidant properties.

Rooibos – already a proven agent in thwarting the effects of ageing and promoting general health – has further been put through its paces by two leading scientists from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in a bid to beat the rate at which age-related diseases develop, which makes this research study so significant.

Lead scientist, Prof Maryna van de Venter says it’s the first time a study such as this has been attempted and the results have been promising.

“Our research focused primarily on the preservation of healthy fat tissue as the redistribution of fat – a natural process which occurs with age – particularly to the abdominal region, has been linked to the onset of many age-related diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes and cancer. Our aim was to slow down the rate at which these diseases develop as a way to improve the quality of an individual’s life.

“Loss of fat under the skin also results in the appearance of wrinkles, sunken eyes and skin folds. To put it in simple terms, in old age there is less fat in places where it

should be and more fat in deposits where it shouldn’t be, and it’s this that significantly alters one’s state of health as one ages,” explains Prof van de Venter.

Using various independent in-vitro models which mimic specific aspects of the ageing process, van de Venter and her team established that Rooibos protects preadipocytes – the predominant cells found in fat tissue – from degenerating and therefore could reverse the onset of age-related diseases and even keep wrinkles at bay.

Factors responsible for the decline in preadipocyte function, include oxidative stress (inability to counteract the harmful effects of free radicals in the body) and mitochondrial dysfunction (inability to power cell functions which occurs with ageing). The study further proved that Rooibos has the ability to partially restore the function of these aged cells and that both fermented and green Rooibos can protect cells from severe oxidative stress, which firmly establishes Rooibos as an anti-ageing proponent.

Co-researcher, Dr Trevor Koekemoer, emphasises that the mere fact that their work suggests that the anti-ageing effects of Rooibos can be ascribed to more than its wellknown antioxidant effects, is an important finding.

“The discovery opens doors to ways in which Rooibos could prevent or at least delay the detrimental effects of ageing and holds profound implications for the industry. Our findings could spur novel therapeutic approaches for improving general health in the aged and potentially lead to a breakthrough in the field of regenerative medicines,” he says.

Dr Koekemoer notes that further research is however needed to establish the best route of administration (oral or dermal), which will ultimately determine the potential for new product development, specifically aimed at targeting healthy fat tissue. As examples, one might consider Rooibos tablets or a serum for topical application.

It’s not yet clear how much Rooibos tea should be consumed to derive the maximum anti-ageing effect since only cultured cells were used during experiments.

Therefore, additional factors, such as the bioavailability and metabolism of Rooibos when ingested vs applied to the skin, would need to be taken into account.

“In our experiments we used concentrations that were physiologically relevant and from work done by other researchers on human subjects, we can assume that the remarkable effects observed in our cell culture models, are achievable,” concludes Dr Koekemoer.

The just-released research study was commissioned by the Rooibos Council in 2012. Prof Van de Venter and PhD student, Anli Hattingh, have recently embarked on another exciting study, which investigates the extent to which, and how Rooibos preserves the functionality of the preadipocytes and other cell types. The results of this study should be concluded by 2018.

The number of scientific papers published investigating the health benefits of Rooibos have increased substantially over the past decade, and the rate of scientific investigation is set to be further boosted this year by a significant cash injection by the South African Rooibos Council to independent researchers at a number of SA universities and science councils.

Rooibos is part of the fynbos family and endemic to the Cederberg region of the Western Cape.

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Ranger 2.2 TDCi automatics bolster the range line-up When the new Ranger was first introduced in 2013, the uptake on automatic versions of the fivecylinder 3.2-litre TDCi models caught Ford unawares.

So significant was the unprecedented demand for automatic transmission models, that the company had to change its production schedules to accommodate the almost 70% of buyers who opted for the auto version instead of the manual.

Ford has since noticed a similar upturn in demand for an automatic version of the Ranger 2.2 TDCi and now it has responded to the international car downsizing phenomenon.

Enter a whole range of new automatic Ranger 2.2 Duratorq TDCi bakkies set to offer South African buyers a potent, but thriftier and less expensive bakkie choice to the popular, but more expensive to acquire and run Ranger 3.2s.

Franschhoek Tatler Now available in no less than nine variants, the new Ranger 2.2 TDCi is among the first pickups to offer an automatic gearbox on a full range of smallercapacity intermediate-sized bakkie derivatives.

Packing unrivalled comfort and driving convenience through a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic gearbox specially adapted for the refined 2.2 turbodiesel engine, no less than nine new 2.2 automatic Rangers now bridge the gap to the ever-so impressive flagship 3.2 bakkies.

And while the 3.2 is without doubt the tougher and more powerful option to tow a caravan or heavy trailer, the 2.2 automatic’s 8.3l/100km fuel consumption will more than attract buyers seeking to restrain fuel costs when compared the former’s 10.2l/100km.

A recent 2.2 turbodiesel power hike from 110 to 118kW along with torque boosted by 10Nm to an impressive 385Nm aids top-end models to offer a powerful mix that ensures top all-round performance and fuel economy whether its urban commuting, cruising the open road or tackling challenging off-road conditions.

The new Ford Ranger 2.2 automatics also get Start/ Stop technology for an extra 3.5% fuel saving, while a longer final drive ratio further improves fuel economy at highway speeds – more good reasons to pop in to your local outlet before making any new bakkie buying decisions.

That odd sound isn’t your car saying hello to you

Experts are always warning parents to listen to their children so as to pick up on subtleties which could be indicating a far more serious problem.

Les Mc Master, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), says it’s much the same with cars - ignore your car’s moans and groans at your own peril.

“Many car owners drive in blissful ignorance of unusual sounds for fear of these being something major which will cost a fortune to repair.”

Cars can make a cacophony of sounds. While some sounds are normal and many harmless, some need immediate attention, according to MIWA. “Where on the car the sound is coming from can sometimes be deceiving as to what the actual problem is, but it is an important indicator of how soon you should consult a reputable workshop to check it out,” Mc Master says.

Call your local workshop owner when you hear: • Grinding in the engine: This isn’t necessarily your engine. It could be your front brakes.

• Any sound when turning a corner: Likely to be connected to your steering column which could be damaged or needs to be replaced.

• Grinding gears: The clutch is either worn or needs to be adjusted. It can also indicate a more serious problem with the transmission.

• Knocking: If it’s a knocking noise from deep inside the engine, it’s usually not a good sign.

It could be your rod bearings which are worn out or loose and on the verge of failure. Contact a workshop immediately and get the noise

properly diagnosed.

• Squealing when you accelerate: You won’t miss this high-pitched noise and it’s more than likely your fan belt which is loose. It may also be worn through and need to be replaced.

• Hissing under the bonnet: You’d usually hear this when you switch the car off. It could be an oil or coolant that is leaking onto a heated engine part or the engine could be overheating.

• Loud bang while driving: If your car is backfiring it means the air/fuel mixture is too rich or the catalytic converter isn’t doing its job.

• Rattling under the car: Your exhaust system or brake pads could be loose.

• Roaring as you accelerate: Check your exhaust system first as it could be damaged.

Transmission issues could also be to blame.

• Scraping and grinding when you brake: Your brake pads need to be replaced because they’re now metal on metal and every time you hit the brakes you’re doing damage to your car!

“So, cars are very much like humans, in general.

They’re going to whine and moan and act up when something’s wrong. Our best advice to car owners is don’t bury your head in the sand when your car is making a strange sound; get it checked out before it becomes a major headache. Never use higheroctane fuel than is specified for your car, follow specifications for things like oil and tyre pressure and ensure your car is regularly serviced and maintained. If in doubt contact a MIWA workshop near you,” Mc Master concludes.

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Rotary News

Hospice News

A special evening was spent at Café Franschhoek recently when Brian Rickard was inducted as the incoming president of the Rotary Club of Franschhoek Valley. Among those to wish Brian well was the Rotary District Governor Geraldine Nicol.

Rotary meets at Café Franschhoek on Thursdays.

For information please contact Mark Tanner on 082 773 9217.

On 29 July 120 guests packed the NGK Hall for another evening of dancing and singing to our very own amazing local band “Uncorked”. Thank you to the following sponsors who helped make this evening a very successful one: NG Kerk, Dalewood Cheese, Good Food & Co, Porcupine Ridge, Franschhoek Cellars, Lynx Wines and Huguenot Fine Chocolates. Thank you also to the hospice staff (Tiana, Evelyn, Rachel and Marelize) as well as the volunteers (Liz, Helen, Joey, Em, Shaheeda and Lubabalo) who helped with setting up and during the course of the evening. Together we made this evening another very successful one and raised over R 25 000.

To those of you who missed the evening, do not despair, Hospice Hop will be happening again in February 2017!

Colleen Douglas

Mark Tanner

Franschhoek Lions Club Lodine Maske

At the Franschhoek Lions meeting of 14 August Willemien Roux was nominated as the Franschhoek Lions’ Lions Lady of the Year. Ludwig Maske was nominated as the Lion of the Year. At the same meeting Jihann Kriek was inducted as the new Lions President and Bruce Elliott as a new member.

Fltr: Bruce Elliott, Jihann Kriek, Ludwig Maske and Willemien Roux

Probus Club Julie Mitchell Our next meeting is on Monday 5 September 2016.

There is no speaker, so it’s just a get together. Perhaps with a Quiz?

On 3 October 2016 Bill Morris will speak on “My experiences at Sailing”.

Rob Sproul, Chairman of the Probus Association of the Western Cape, will speak on “Flying a Helicopter” on 7 November 2016.

What is probus all about?

In South Africa there is a growing number of Probus Clubs, which offer retirees the facility to manage the transition from high pressure executive, professional and

other vocational activity to a calmer way of life.

This is achieved through these features of membership: • Opportunities to extend compatible social contacts and maintain an interest in the topical issues of the day.

• Nurturing positive attitudes to ageing through group recreation and the sharing of information on issues of concern to Senior Citizens.

• Support in grief and illness.

• Speakers at monthly luncheons who provide a fresh mental challenge and stimulation.

• We are a-political and non-sectarian • We are mindful of the fact that costs are an important consideration. Membership fees, therefore, are kept to a minimum; while monthly luncheon costs vary.

Probus is not a Service/Fund Raising organization.

If you are interested in joining or just wish to come along to any meeting please contact me on 083 303 3335.

Women’s’ Day reunion

The Huguenot Memorial Museum started hosting Women's Day events for elderly ladies from the community of Franschhoek in August 2010. This year they celebrated their 10-year reunion on 11 August 2016 by inviting the elderly guests from the previous functions to once again get together.

The guest speaker, Dorothy De Wet from Paarl, delivered an inspirational message about "Being a Woman". Those present were also entertained by Christine Jefthas with a few gospel songs. The ladies were treated with a three-course meal, including a starter of delicious butternut soup and a buttermilk pudding for dessert.

The Huguenot Memorial Museum would like to thank all their sponsors for lending a helping hand in making the event a success. Pick n Pay Franschhoek, Montagu Dried Fruit, Huguenot Fine Chocolates,

Fleur de Lis Nuus

Wilna van der Westhuizen

Franschhoek Pharmacy, Juliana, Auberge Chocolates, Paarl Spur, Paarl Bossa Nova, Paarl John Dory's, Paarl Ocean Basket, and last, but not least, Boland Poultry.

September 2016 On 23 September our Reuben Riffel Golf Day takes place at Pearl Valley. Please call Hospice to book a your place.

Please diarise our famous Potjiekos lunch on Saturday, 26 November. Tickets are R220 per person for live entertainment, delicious food, great wines and wonderful raffle prizes to be won. Booking is essential – only 80 tickets are available. Call now to reserve your seats.

We are busy putting our patients’ Christmas boxes together. Thank you to Pick n Pay for their donation of 150 boxes and to Pat Morgan who is busy decorating them.

To fill these boxes we are in need of the following items – facecloths, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soaps, deodorants, small packets of chips and small fruit juices. On the food side we would like donations of samoosas, sausage rolls, mince pies, cupcakes, chicken strips and small sausages.

We would need these on the morning of 1 December. If you are able to assist us with a donation please give me a call to discuss.

Thank you to Country Kidz for donating a stroller for our baby.

FHS rugby oorsig

Voordat ek ‘n oorsig bied van die jaar se rugby aktiwiteit, wil ek graag namens Hoërskool Franschhoek dankie sê aan oudskolier André Niemand wat vir ons interskole truie geborg het, asook truie wat nie bots met die klere van ander skole nie. Dankie dat jy die minder bevoorregte kinders gehelp het.

Ons het al reeds einde Januarie begin oefen en het hard gewerk om suksesvol te wees hierdie jaar. Ons het hierdie jaar 18 wedstryde gspeel waarvan ons 15 gewen het en een gelyk op was. Ons het groot skole met baie meer leerders gespeel en gewen bv soos Paulus Joubert, Montana, Jan Kriel, Weltevrede en ook Charleston Hill. Ons het ook wedstryde gespeel teen 5-de spanne van Paul Roos en Boys High, waarvan ons een gewen het en een verloor het met 2 punte.

Ons het slegs maar 20 seuns en dis van onder-16 tot onder-19. Ons kan ook spog met 2 leerders wat onder-19 Sentraal Boland gespeel het (Phineas Chinzara en Leighten Jansen), terwyl Dan Zinzarra vir Boland Akademie gespeel het. Verder het Glenn Williams vir die onder-16 Boland span uitgedraf.

Die harde werk het sukses vir beide die skool asook individue gebring waarop ons trots is.

As afrigter kan ek slegs sê ek is bevoorreg om deel te

Andre en Sandi Niemand van die Station Pub & Grill het Hoërskool Franschhoek se nuwe rugby truie geborg

kon wees van so ‘n spesiale groep seuns. Ek wil almal bedank wat dit vir my moontlik gemaak het om die seuns te kon afrig. Ons het nie net rugby gespeel en gepraat nie, maar ek het telkemale met hul gepraat oor lewenslesse en misbruik van drank en dwelms en hoe dit jou lewe vernietig.

Ons het interskole gehad die 20ste Augustus. Dit was ‘n baie harde wedstryd waarin ons gelykop gespeel het, nadat ons ‘n paar kanse verbrou het om te wen.

Laastens ook dankie aan ons ander borge gedurende die jaar. Ons waardeer dit alles. Soos ons sal sê as span: “Fransies never quit. No guts, no glory.”

Jaco Stadler

Jeremy Davids

Franschhoek Youth Forum Presents: Lyle Simons

“Young people should stop trying to fit in when they were born to stand out!”

Lyle Simons represents ‘Inbreak Youth’ on the Franschhoek Youth Forum and with his sometimes obscure, but at the same time fitting views, he keeps the energy alive in the team.

Lyle matriculated from Franschhoek High School in 2014 and decided to take up a one year Social Auxiliary course in 2015 at the Huguenot College in Wellington.

Part of the course entailed a 6-month practical module in Child Welfare. His life was instantly changed when he was confronted with the real suffering of people while doing his practicals in the community of Eersteriver. However, he also witnessed the power of change when he saw a young girl that was emotionally and physically abused, but recovered dramatically when she decided to change her life by participating in support programs in a Child Welfare Home. This motivated Lyle to roll up his sleeves and do something by getting involved in his community.

Lyle decided to join his church’s youth group ‘Inbreak Youth’ and after one year was elected as the Youth Leader. The group meets every Friday evening in La

Motte Boubou or Groendal. They base their programmes around Life Skills and discussing solutions on how to deal with the many social issues the youth face. Some of the aims of their youth sessions are to assist the members in finding their true identity in life and in God. The members are motivated to help other people and to give.

Lyle endeavours to enrol for a degree in Social Work in 2017 and is now busy completing his course in Sport Coaching Science at ETA in Stellenbosch. Serving on the Franschhoek Youth Forum is a joy to Lyle and he still cannot believe the incredible space that has been created where young leaders can work together and not compete with each other. His dream for the Youth Forum members is to become role models to other youth through the work they do in the community.

Tannie Thelma van Rensburg, wat op 6 September 100 jaar oud word, het op verkiesingsdag haar stem deur ‘n spesiale stem by Fleur de Lis uitgebring.

Ingeval enigiemand wonder: Sy’t nog presies geweet vir wie sy wil stem! Fleur de Lis beplan ‘n groot makietie vir haar verjaarsdag.

Developing Supporting Youth Leaders in the Valley Contact Jeremy Davids (Director) 082 472 5156 jdavids@thecharter.org.za

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Letters

info@franschhoektatler.co.za ADT complaint I would like to place on record the very bad response from ADT I received yesterday (10/08/2016).

At approximately 17h30 I heard a thud and realised immediately that an intruder had jumped over my courtyard wall.

Since, on many occasions, ADT never arrived in time to apprehend the intruder if I pressed the panic button, as they then just bolted when the alarm went off, I called the ADT number 0861212300 and was told: “Welcome to ADT, your call will be recorded etc. etc. If you have a life threatening situation press 1”, which I did. After 5 minutes it was not answered and just cut out. I then pressed “P” on my keypad and the alarm sounded. The alarm had long stopped sounding before I received a call on my landline to ask if anything was wrong? I told them I had an intruder on the property and to please send armed response.

At this point I still had the intruder in my sights through my windows, but he then took off running, as they do when the alarm goes off. Prior to this he was crawling and I was able to keep him in my sights.

The ADT vehicle arrived some 11 minutes later – I was timing on my cell phone. He sat in the vehicle for some 5 minutes, did not ring my bell to ask if I was okay, then chatted to another neighbour who arrived by car because she too had had an intruder. He then got out of the vehicle and I called to him from a window and pressed the remote to let him in the gate.

He said he was looking for the key to my gate all this time and had not found it. He also said I was not the only client; he had other clients to attend to.

Can you believe this!

If it sounds like a long story, it is, because it took more than a half hour from my dialling ADT to the security guard actually responding and entering my property.

Totally unacceptable!

I have had a contract with ADT for some 15 years now and never once have they managed to apprehend

an intruder, in spite of my having had many. I am still alive and okay, only due to my own diligence and taking care of my own safety.

Why am I paying ADT every month?

I await an acceptable response from ADT. Colleen van den Abeele

ADT response Dear Sir, We have made contact with Mrs van den Abeele to see how we can resolve the matter and she has accepted our offer to install a master lock for her property, for which we will carry the cost. We have also investigated the events that transpired to determine if there were any shortcomings which we will address to prevent problems in future.

Our armed response officer followed the standard operating procedure when he arrived at her property; which included looking for the key to the property as well as the completion of a perimeter check. Our records show that he arrived at the property within 8 minutes, and not 11 minutes as stated by Mrs van den Abeele.

In cases of emergencies we ask our customers to either press the panic alarm button or to call 086 12 12 301 which is routed directly to control centre operators for the fastest possible response. We recommend using the 086 12 12 300 main switchboard number for sales, administrative or technical queries only.

Kind regards, Verena Hulme District Manager (Cape Town North), ADT Security

Celebrating Topsi A heartfelt thank you to all the people who contributed to the celebration held on the 29th of July at Cafe des Arts (the former Topsi & Co.). We all felt at home here, sharing many decades of memories, plenty of valley wine and bubbly and last but not least thank you to our local chefs who literally can pull a rabbit out of a pie! She would have approved... and been moved by her friends, family, staff and colleagues who gathered to send their blessings by fire.

With gratitude, The Rittels

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Editor’s Letter

Siegfried Schäfer

Dear Readers On 24 September we celebrate Heritage Day. Former President Nelson Mandela, speaking about the rationale for this holiday, said the following: "When our first democratically-elected government decided to make Heritage Day one of our national days, we did so because we knew that our rich and varied cultural heritage has a profound power to help build our new nation”.

Madiba’s words are certainly true, but as is often the case there is more to the story. When the Public Holidays Bill was before parliament in 1994 the Zulu-based Inkatha Freedom Party objected to the fact that Shaka Day, celebrated in KwaZulu-Natal in honour of the famous Zulu king, wasn’t on the list of proposed public holidays. So, in the spirit of the times, a compromise was reached and 24 September was declared Heritage Day instead.

In 2005 a media campaign sought to ‘rebrand’ the day as National Braai Day. Two years later, in 2007, National Braai Day changed its name to Braai4Heritage and received the endorsement of the SA National Heritage Council. I suspect the backroom talk was about Jan Braai ‘hijacking’ this public holiday and how, if you can’t beat them, you might as well join or co-opt them! Be that as it may, the ‘braai’ is part of our heritage. As Jan Braai says: “Across race, language, region and religion, we all share one common heritage. It is called many things: Chisa Nyama, Braai and Ukosa to name few.

Although the ingredients may differ, the one thing that never changes is that when we have something to celebrate we light fires, and prepare great feasts.”

I am, however, left wondering how many of the people who Braai4Heritage do so with any thought to our heritage?

In Franschhoek Heritage Day also coincides with the Franschhoek Uncorked Festival. This is quite appropriate, as wine undeniably is part of our heritage – especially here in the winelands. Again, though, I wonder how many participants in the festival are thinking of our vinous heritage, rather

than about whether they like the latest vintage, or are still capable of driving… Well, at least they’re contributing to the local economy and that’s a good thing too!

Most of us instinctively know that there is some link between history and heritage, but finding the right words to express the difference isn’t as easy as it seems. The South Australian Heritage Branch came up with a relatively easy to grasp definition of heritage. They define it as “aspects of our past that we want to keep”. This also sets heritage apart from history. “Heritage is not history: it is not what happened in the past but what has survived from the past.” These survivals include both ‘intangibles’ such as custom (think braai!) and belief, but more commonly refers to tangible evidence, for example, paintings, books, buildings, monuments, trees, ruins and historically significant places.

Recently, while labouring pro bono on the manuscript of the Franschhoek history book I’m co-authoring, I was reminded how fragile heritage can be and how easily it can be destroyed – even if that weren’t the intention. One of the things I’d like to include in the book is a page with the photographs of all the mayors of Franschhoek Municipality from 1881 – 2000. I thought this would be quite an easy page to pull together. It turns out I was wrong!

It seems nobody has a list of all the Franschhoek mayors and probably half of the photos of the mayors that used to hang in the Franschhoek Town Hall have disappeared – the remainder are now in the possession of the Huguenot Memorial Museum. Why they had to be removed from the town hall in the first place is beyond me – I guess it was just part of the institutional violence inflicted on our village during the insensitive municipal merger process in 2000. Be that as it may, it now seems like it may require several visits to the Cape Archives and hours of trawling through old town council minutes to compile a simple list of mayors!

And then I have to track down photos of them…

This brings me to a request. Should there be any readers out there who are willing to volunteer their time to research aspects of Franschhoek’s history and help speed up the completion of the manuscript I’d love to hear from you! Let’s turn history into heritage before it’s too late.

Until next month

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Franschhoek Craft Festival 5 November 2016

Bosbou’s young ballerinas

In La Motte Bosbou near Franschhoek village 14 happy little girls do something unusual for children in their community – they go to ballet class. Local ballet teacher, Anma Botha, brings her music and takes the class in the Bosbou community hall every week.

It all started when local resident Darielle Robertson noticed her nanny’s daughters dancing around the house. She showed them some ballet steps; they loved it and wanted to know more. Because she knew that some projects for children were offered in Groendal but not much was available for kids in Bosbou, she decided to start a ballet project there.

Darielle says she wanted to offer girls the opportunity to take ballet classes and do Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) exams and that is what this community project is doing. Darielle has raised money for the project with water stands at Franschhoek festivals and has been able to fit the budding ballerinas out and could give them jerseys and leg warmers for class this winter. The Lions have committed to sponsoring four girls as have one or two individual sponsors.

On Tuesday afternoons the girls clad in their tights, leotards, ballet shoes and little pink skirts gather at

the hall. First the pre-primary class and then the primary class wait for Juffrou Anma to ask them to take up their positions. Class commences and the gentle instructions teach them to stand up straight, point toes, softly lift their arms and perform all those beautiful movements that ballet dancers do while following the music. Some are very young and struggle to remember what to do next and others concentrate on running like a ballerina and not an athlete.

All of them love being there. The little dancers have all become more disciplined, graceful and self-assured.

When the Tatler visited the ballet class, 5 young girls from Wemmershoek Primary were biding time outside the hall. They wanted to be in class too, please. Class is full, but if more sponsorship becomes available and the hall is free Anma says she could fit in an extra class.

Anma says she would like the primary class to do the RAD Grade 1 exams next year if finances allow.

What a dream come true that would be for Darielle who showed 2 little girls ballet steps and then made professional classes possible for 14 of them.

A stomping good evening Thursday, 22 September 2016 Initially launched in South Africa in 2010 by WWF, World Rhino Day is now an international event held annually on 22 September. It was conceived to increase awareness of the plight of the rhino. Never one to miss an opportunity to raise funds for this endearing pachyderm, local charity, Poached Rhino will be holding a Rhino Stomp to mark the event.

The stomping ground for this year’s event will be the Dutch Reformed Church Hall, with the stampede set to begin at 19h00. If previous years are anything to go by, the evening promises to be a memorable one, with great food and a fantastic ambiance!

A 3-course gourmet buffet, provided by the event’s generous sponsors Good Food & Co,

Three Streams and Lust Bistro, will be followed by an evening of excellent entertainment provided by top local band Uncorked.

So grab your dancing shoes and secure your place for what promises to be a ‘stomping’ good evening out!

Contact Graeme Oliver at Graeme@poachedrhino. org or 072 815 8209: tickets are limited to 80 people at R300 per person.

Definition of Craft: An activity involving skill in making things by hand; denoting or relating to food or drink made in a traditional or non-mechanised way by an individual or a small company.

The inaugural Franschhoek Craft Festival this summer provides the opportunity to discover all manner of things ‘out of hand’. This one-of-akind festival takes place at Môreson wine farm on 5 November 2016 between 11h00 and 17h00.

Experience first-hand the magic of a selection of specially curated, hand-crafted food and drink as well as specialised and limited edition pieces, including art, jewellery and luxury leather goods.

You’ll be in good hands with plenty of local wines, Cap Classique, craft brews, plenty of local wines and small batch spirits will ensure you have something thirst-quenching in your hands. Môreson’s farm restaurant, Bread & Wine will be on-hand with their

FWV News Jenny Prinsloo

Franschhoek Uncorked Festival

24 & 25 September 2016 With spring in full swing what better way is there to savour all things new than at this year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Festival from 24 to 25 September? Celebrate your heritage over a glass of Franschhoek wine, selected by the winemakers, and paired with delicious food cooked over an open flame as Franschhoek prepares to Braai4Heritage.

The festival is the ideal opportunity to travel from farm to farm sampling wines from the Franschhoek Vignerons. Visitors can also look forward to incredible

famed, artisan charcuterie and breads, while many other craft and fine food producers will be taking matters into their own hands offering cheeses, pastries, chocolates and so much more.

You’ll be happy to give a hand to the live musical entertainment, while the whole family will find that there’s something for them to get their hands on.

GM of Môreson, Nikki Friedman says: “This will be hands-down the best showcase of all South Africa’s local craft-producers. I’m excited not just because people are making craft goods, but that they are making them so fabulously.

Come see for yourself.”

Tickets, which include entry and tastings of the wines on show, cost R180 per person and can be booked directly via www.webtickets.co.za.

Family-owned and run Môreson Wine Farm is home to Miss Molly Wine and Bubbly and Môreson Wines and MCC. festival offerings – the perfect excuse to stock up on wine for the upcoming festive season! With so much on offer you’ll be forgiven for wanting to make a weekend of your Uncorked experience.

Avoid the queues and pre-book your Uncorked Weekend Pass through www.webtickets.co.za. Tickets cost R120 per person and allow access to all of the participating wine farms as well as a complimentary tasting glass and free wine tastings.

As an added extra, outdoor enthusiasts will be able to participate in a selection of outdoor activities on offer during the weekend. Watch the press for further details.

For more information contact the Franschhoek Wine Valley offices on 021 876 2861 or visit www. franschhoekuncorked.co.za for further details and a list of participating farms. For regular updates follow us on Twitter @Franschhoek_SA.

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Financial Matters

Celia McGuinness

COIDA COIDA is the abbreviation for Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act or as it used to be called “workmen’s compensation”.

The objective of COIDA is to provide for compensation for disablement caused by occupational injuries or diseases sustained or contracted by employees in the course of their employment, or for death resulting from such injuries or diseases; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act applies to all employers; and casual and full-time workers who, as a result of a workplace accident or work-related disease: are injured, disabled, or killed; or become ill.

This excludes: workers who are totally or partially disabled for less than 3 days; domestic workers; anyone receiving military training; members of the South African National Defence Force, or the South African Police Service; any worker guilty of wilful misconduct, unless they are seriously disabled or killed; anyone employed outside the RSA for 12 or more continuous months; and workers working mainly outside the RSA and only temporarily employed in the RSA. Many workers in South Africa are injured or killed in work accidents every year. We don’t know the exact numbers because of poor reporting by employers and inadequate statistical information from the Department of Labour (DoL). But we do know that the number is high. The Compensation Commissioner (CC), in

adjudicating a claim, uses three criteria in deciding whether there has been a work-related accident: 1. It is an unexpected occurrence arising out of and in the course of performance of an employee’s duties; 2. It must result in personal injury and the injury must be linked to the accident; and 3. It must occur at a specific time and place. This is used by the CC to test whether it happened during working hours and in the workplace, where the worker was supposed to be. This helps the CC determine if the employer was responsible or not.

Working with COIDA is very frustrating and the backlog for registrations is in the thousands of applications. Currently there are R30bn in unclaimed benefits according to the Mineral Resources Deputy Minister.

Anyone who has been involved with an injury at work case, be it the injured party, the employer, attending medical professional, legal representative, insurance company or statutory body, will know how onerous and distressing the process can be before it reaches finality.

September 2016

Business Leadership Tony Frost

Wisdom is not for sale!

There is no business school or philosophy programme that offers a course in wisdom. In fact, defining wisdom is something of a challenge.

Sometimes you will hear adults describing a child as having wisdom beyond his years without really being able to define what it is that makes them say that.

Wisdom is a little like riding a bicycle. You can spend days in lectures about the mechanics of the bicycle, its aerodynamics, the physiology of cycle exercise, the psychology of cycling, the biomechanics of the sport, handling a bicycle and so on. The reality though is that none of this will actually give you the ability to ride the bicycle.

In order to be able to ride one has to hoist one’s bottom onto the saddle, put your feet on the pedals, hold the handle grips and launch forth, often to fall off almost immediately. This will continue until one has mastered the art and wisdom of balance. This is something that no-one can teach one. It comes from studying at the University of Falling Off a Bicycle until you learn not to.

If you ask someone to describe balance they find it almost impossible to do so. They find it even more difficult to teach one how to balance.

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Henkel is listed in Germany and is one of the top ten shares in the international portfolio. The company was founded in 1876 and today sells adhesives, beauty care, laundry and home care products globally in both the retail and industrial sectors. This is a solid blue chip company that has delivered consistent dividend and profit growth over the past twenty years.

Henkel is the world’s foremost seller of adhesive products. While most of us are familiar with Henkel’s Pritt, Sellotape and Loctite brands the application of Henkel’s adhesive technologies are much broader.

Henkel’s adhesives and sealants are used in the manufacturing of automobiles, furniture and machinery, as well as the construction sector among others. You will probably find a Henkel product in any industry where bonding of various materials is required. 3M and Bostik count among Henkel’s competitors in this division.

Among Henkel’s beauty care product range, the Schwarzkopf line of hair products are the most well-known to consumers, while Schwarzkopf Professional is one of the top three suppliers to hair salons globally. Henkel also manufactures skin care products, shower gels and toothpaste.

The laundry and home care division manufactures laundry, dishwashing and other household cleaning

Wisdom is the same. You cannot categorise, nor codify wisdom. It comes with experience, from exposing oneself to life’s trials, tribulations, challenges, joys, upsets, elations, sadnesses and successes.

What we can do though is to speed up the process of acquiring wisdom. The best way to do this is to provide the young with mentors. One of the biggest, most important, negative consequences of the dissolution of the extended family is the fact that the very young at best only have intermittent access to grandparents, aunts and uncles who, in the past, would have given them the mentoring that is so valuable in the maturation process.

Today the young pretty much have to find their own way in life. A life that is hugely complex and one which abounds with many very visible poor role models.

This is where those that have lived life and are in the sunset period can play a massively important role in our society. They can take on the role of mentoring young people. They can provide a safe environment in which young people can explore their ideas and receive guidance on some of the most important and challenging issues they are confronted with every day.

We can bring the sunshine they so need in their lives.

We can give them hope. We can build positive attitudes.

We can help them acquire the most important skills they need to find their way on their journey through life. We can show them how the right values are much more important than great wealth, or fancy clothes and cars. We can show them how to really love life.

In short: we have it in us to build a nation! tony@siroccostrategy.com products. Henkel recently signed an agreement to purchase the American Sun Products Corporation, which will make it America’s second largest supplier of laundry products. Henkel also obtained the rights to sell Sunlight products in the US and Canada through this deal. Unilever, Procter & Gamble and Reckitt Benckiser are among Henkel’s competitors in this division as well as the beauty care division.

Of Henkel’s revenue of €18.1 billion for 2015, 50% originated from adhesive technologies, 22% from beauty care products and 28% from laundry and home care products. More than 40% of Henkel’s revenue is earned in emerging markets. Henkel has a well-diversified basket of products, very competitive brands and market positions and good exposure to growing markets. It also has an excellent and experienced management team with the newly appointed chief executive, Hans van Bylen, being in Henkel’s service since 1984.

Henkel forms part of the German DAX 30 index and has a market cap of €46.5 billion. Henkel shares trade on a dividend yield of 1.45%. The company’s earnings per share has increased by 11.4% per year on average over the last five years and it has on average grown its dividend by 15.3% per year over the same period.

Henkel is not a cheap share but given its defensive nature and quality of the business, its very stable growth record and decent prospects, it is fairly priced.

As per the graph, Henkel constantly outperformed the world equity index at low volatility over the past five years. Henkel has good prospects it should be a core long term holding as part of an international portfolio.

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Grande Provence appoints new GM and winemaker

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate has appointed accomplished winemaker Matthew van Heerden as general manager and cellarmaster.

Van Heerden, who takes over the helm from Karl Lambour, brings his experience as general manager, winemaker and viticulturist spanning over 15 years in the industry to the Franschhoek property.

With an impressive cachet of local and international accolades behind his name, including 2011 South African Young Winemaker of the Year, and his hat trick at the 2006 International Wine and Spirit Competition in London with Best Chardonnay in the World, Top 10 Winemaker in the World and SA Wine Producer of the Year, he is set to take Grande Provence to new heights.

A graduate of Elsenburg Agricultural Institute with a degree in management from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, van Heerden is well qualified to combine the tasks of general manager and winemaker.

This dual responsibility is by no means unfamiliar territory, having held similar positions at both Uva Mira and Iona Vineyards where he excelled as one of the country’s trail blazing young winemakers. Van Heerden’s international experience in wine regions around the world keeps him abreast of winemaking trends and new developments with regards to varietal and viticultural techniques.

“My wines reflect my pursuit of achieving the utmost quality and fruit purity. I place the highest

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emphasis on viticulture and sustainable farming methods ensuring exceptional fruit that reflects our diverse, world-class terroir in an elegant style of fruit expression and ageability,” is how van Heerden describes his winemaking philosophy.

Matthew van Heerden Signature Wines will continue under his own label. www.grandeprovence.co.za

Geddan’s gone. Go Gary!

Gary Ankiewicz and Valentino Alexander

Franschhoek Cycles plays a major part in the Franschhoek cycling community. When founder, Geddan Ruddock, started what was then called Manic Cycles in 2004, the cycling boom was still in its infancy and Manic Cycles grew along with it.

Geddan and his family are emigrating to Canada and there is a new owner, if not a new face, at Franschhoek Cycles.

The new owner is Gary Ankiewicz, who has been managing the shop since September 2014. Gary is no stranger to the bicycle business as before that he worked for Cycle4Life.

As if to symbolise the start of a new chapter at Franschhoek Cycles the interior has been painted a vibrant spring green. Asked about what changes he envisages Gary says that he’s working to a 3-year plan and that change will be gradual. He does however want to see a fully-stocked shop and workshop that can meet all Franschhoek’s diverse cycling needs on the spot.

Franschhoek cyclists, particularly those with limited time or technical ability, need not fear mechanical

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gremlins. Franschhoek Cycles’ mechanic, Valentino Alexander, can sort out whatever is derailing their cycling pleasure. Whether it’s dodgy derailleurs or bum brakes Valentino can take care of all your bike’s mechanical and service needs.

It is not only local riders who have reason to visit Franschhoek Cycles. Visitors who’d like to explore the valley by bike also head there. A full range of bicycles, from mountain bikes with front suspension to kiddies’ bikes and a range of accessories are available for hire.

Helmets, of course, are included with all rentals.

Like all good cycle shops Franschhoek Cycles stocks a range of bicycles brands; including Pinarello, Schwinn and Mongoose; spares; accessories by Topeak, Ryder and Shimano – amongst others; and even nutritional products by High5 for when your regular diet just can’t keep up with your cycling activities. Should there be something that isn’t in stock Gary will do his very best to get hold of it. Just ask him. info@franschhoekcycles.co.za | 021 876 4956

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“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” (Helen Keller) What exactly is a partnership?

We talk loosely about our “partners” in various contexts, but it is important to understand how the law views the concept in a strictly business situation. In broad terms a partnership is an association of between 2 to 20 people/ companies/trusts who agree to pool resources (such as money, property, services, skills etc. – whatever is agreed upon) and to operate a jointly-owned business, trade or profession for profit. Partnership assets are jointly owned by the partners and profits are split between them as agreed.

A quick note on the different types of partnership In this article we talk only about the most common form of partnership – the “ordinary” partnership. In specific circumstances you may also want to consider an “anonymous” partnership (where one or more of the partners are “sleeping partners”) or an en commandite or “limited” partnership. They differ from “ordinary” partnerships in several important respects, so take specific legal advice if you are thinking of using them.

We’ll look at the “universal partnership” concept in a future article (it’s normally relevant in cases of cohabitation by unmarried couples).

6 advantages of partnerships…

1. It’s relatively easy to set up and operate a partnership in the sense that there’s no need for formal registration as there is with a company or trust. Just be sure to have a comprehensive written partnership agreement in place. Although this is not a legal requirement, and although it adds an element of cost and delay, our law reports are full of bitter and costly partnership disputes resulting from the uncertainties that will always attend a verbal or poorly-drafted agreement. Good intentions and a handshake mean nothing when friction arises.

2. You have no statutory audit requirements and your administrative burden is low compared to, for example, running a company.

3. You are taxed at personal rates, which can sometimes (not always – see below) be to your advantage.

4. A partner often gives you access to another source of funding and/or assets for the business.

5. Most partners also bring new skills to the business.

6. It’s not nearly as lonely as being a sole trader – you have partners to share both the workload

17 and the stresses and strains of management and decision-making. Just make sure you also share a common vision for the business, or friction is inevitable. ... and 6 disadvantages 1. Loss of control – you now have only part control and ownership of the business, and decisions can take longer than if you were on your own.

2. Any partner can bind the partnership contractually so it is essential that you find partners whom you can trust implicitly to act both honestly and wisely in relation to the partnership and its business.

3. As a partnership isn’t a separate legal entity, you are personally liable for all the debts and obligations of the partnership business. If the partnership can’t pay its debts, creditors can and will sue you for them.

And if the partnership is sequestrated, your personal estate will simultaneously also be sequestrated unless you provide security for all partnership debts. As with sole proprietorship, sleepless nights await you if any important assets (like your house) are in your name.

4. When any partner dies, leaves the partnership or goes insolvent, or when a new partner joins, the partnership automatically ends. Once again you are then personally liable for any shortfalls in the partnership’s ability to pay its debts.

5. If you end up paying more than your pro-rata share of any partnership shortfalls, your claim against the other partners (or their estates) will be worthless unless they have enough net assets to pay you.

6. Tax and estate planning – as with sole proprietorship, being taxed at your personal income tax rate may be a plus in some cases, but in others you will benefit far more from a tax-efficient structure incorporating one or more corporate entities or trusts as well.

What about “Joint Ventures”?

Before you agree on a joint venture (“JV”) with another individual or business, be careful. Although a JV normally applies only to a single transaction, it could well amount to a partnership, no matter what title or description you give it. And as we saw above, partnerships have many pitfalls for the unwary – rather put your JV into a separate entity or have your lawyer draw up a JV agreement giving you some form of liability protection.

Watch out incidentally for “inadvertent” partnerships – as a partnership can be formed verbally or even tacitly (implied from conduct), you could find yourself establishing a partnership by mistake! Another reason to have everything recorded in a full contract.

Remember to take full professional advice on the legal and tax implications of using each type of entity before choosing.

(This article first appeared in LawDotNews and is reproduced with permission from the copyright holder DotNews and from Falck Attorneys.)

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September 2016

Book Review

Charlotte van Zyl

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with Edward Arendse of Davids Transport Fltr: John Davids, Evan Arendse, Lily Davids, Mirabel Arendse, Emma Beth Arendse, Edward Arendse

Who owns Davids Transport and how did the company start?

Davids Transport is owned by the partnership of J.D.J Davids and me, Edward Arendse. In 2010, the company which I worked for closed down, and thus I lost my job. My father in law, J.D.J Davids, and I then decided to start a taxi business operating with one vehicle. After roughly a year, we realised that the growth in the taxi-focused business was too slow, and not really what we were aiming for. We then started to shift our interest towards contracts including the transport of staff and students. This approach seemed to be successful and we were able to expand rapidly to where we are today, with a number of vehicles, but with room to improve still further.

Your company provides the transport for the Franschhoek Culture Vultures on their monthly outings to Cape Town, what do you do on a daily basis?

On a daily basis, we deal with the transport of students and staff members in and around the Franschhoek Valley.

Where is the depot where you keep your buses and who services them?

We recently acquired our own warehouse in Groendal, where the buses are kept indoors to provide protection against the natural elements. Most of our vehicles are fairly new, and thus they are regularly serviced at the respective dealers from whom they were bought. Our policy at Davids Transport is to trade-in the vehicles every five years to ensure an upto-date service plan, but also to keep up with the ever changing safety regulations.

What are some of the legal regulations concerning the use of buses for public transport to which you have to adhere?

The laws and regulations relating to the use of vehicles for public transport are quite strict and therefore it is expected, as a partner, to be knowledgeable in this field. Firstly, an operating licence needs to be acquired from the Department of Transport, with the nearest office being in Cape Town. This licence needs to be renewed every five years. Besides that, all buses need to have regular roadworthy assessments. Buses which have a capacity with fewer than 22 seats, need to go for a roadworthy assessment on an annual basis, while those with a capacity of more than 22 seats, need to go every six months. Adding to that, it is expected that all vehicles should be insured and have passengers’ liability, to ensure that all passengers are taken care of.

What is the passenger capacity of the various buses you use?

We have a number of vehicles on the road, catering

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for various groups and the capacities are: 7, 14, 16, 18, 22, 32 and 65 seats.

The Culture Vultures have come to know your driver, Patrick, on their outings. What are his qualifications and how did he come to work for you?

Patrick Swarts attended school in Simondium and Paarl, then joined the army. On his return, he did various jobs related to transport and gained valuable knowledge. However, at the time that I was recruiting reliable, friendly and honest drivers, he was unemployed and I soon made use of his skills.

He truly is an asset in the business with remarkable reviews from a number of passengers. Mr Swarts, known to many as just “Patt”, is responsible for most of the long distant tours, amongst many other routes.

He has the acquired a PDP and Code 14 licence.

Where do you live and who are the members of your family?

I currently reside in Dahlia Street Groendal with my wife and pillar of strength, Mirabel, my son Evan (14), daughter Emma (10). My in-laws, John and Lilly Davids also reside with us.

How long have you been playing golf ? Where do you like playing and what is your handicap?

I have been playing golf for a proud six years, and started at the Theewaterskloof Golf Club. Recently however, I nestled myself at Boschenmeer and Pearl Valley Golf Estates for the sake of distance and ease.

They also have larger courses, so it could be seen as a move to improve and diversify my abilities. My handicap is currently at 16, but I hope to achieve a handicap of 10 before the end of the year.

If you could use a magic wand to change something about Franschhoek, what would it be?

I am a lover and supporter of sports, and I mean all sports, from the cricket pitch to the rugby and soccer fields. It is here, that I would love to see the talent of our local boys and girls developed to their fullest. I feel that we need a programme focused on the transition from school to a professional league or board. So many of the children are greatly talented, but lack a platform to further their skills and abilities after school and thus we, as a community, need to assist in that transition.

What is the best thing about your job?

The best thing about my job would have to be the people.

The people I transport, the people that I work with, the people I meet on the various trips, but it all comes down to the people and their diversity. I love people, and it truly feels that every person that I meet grows a little on me, and thus it teaches me so much about humanity and about what we, together, can achieve.

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By William Dicey Publ: Umuzi 220 pages One of my favourite writers of personal essays is Geoff Dyer. On my desk now is a half-read copy of “Working the Room,” soon to find a place on my bookshelves next to “Yoga for People who can’t be Bothered to do it” and “The Ongoing Moment”. So I was very pleased to see that William Dicey quotes Dyer in his introduction. They are obviously birds of a literary feather, able to be witty and irreverent about serious subjects, as well as being serious about apparently trivial ones.

There are six essays in this collection and they are set in environments as far apart as the Hantam Valley in the Karoo and the slopes of the Himalayas.

A heartfelt essay is set in Ceres, reminding us that Dicey is Swartland home-boy, born and bred in the Ceres district. But he is not any old farming home-boy; this essayist is a former mathematician, a passionate environmentalist, a traveller of roads less travelled and above all, a reader. His writings are dotted with appropriate and apt quotations from a wide range of philosophers and scientists. However, what I appreciate most is his sharp, laconic wit. A bit like Adam Gopnik in “The New Yorker”. In fact, I would not be surprised to see Dicey make it to the sophisticated pages of that magazine.

What does he write about? The first essay is pure delight based on observation and interaction. What is observed is the “Miss Meat Festival,” a somewhat bizarre festivity that is part of “an annual celebration of mutton and lamb” in Calvinia. In fact, one could say that the appreciation of ovine beauty and of female pulchritude is rather closer than one would wish in the 21st century. A photograph of three beauty queens posing next to 6 dead sheep is entitled “The carcass competition.” The interaction is with the characters that swirl round the theme of sheep.

Justin is a “kinetic sculptor” whose wild conversations contain references to Rodin and other artists, but is inclined to drift towards the nearest bar and end up in a ditch. His greatest quality, according to Dicey is his knack of “seeing deconstructively… Where I see a tub full of lamb off-cuts awaiting the mincing machine, Justin sees the nexus of carnivorousness.”

Takes one to see one!

In the next essay Dicey recounts the circumstances around the murder of a Cape Town man by a couple of probably gay acquaintances and the subsequent trial. Dicey gets caught up in the proceedings of the prolonged and shambolic trial. Unbelievable, stupid mistakes are made by the police and noone is really interested in an outcome. Then Oscar Pistorius shoots Reeva Steenkamp and the event is turned into a media circus. The comparisons that Dicey draws between the two events make for sombre reading. One is a trivial story that “no-one wants told” and the other is a high profile story that everyone wants to tell.

“South African Pastoral” lays bare the basic, raw emotions that are revealed when a farmer tries to bridge the historical gap between him and his workers. His reporting skills makes this essay more like a long-form piece of journalism as he discussed the Solms-Delta experiment in our valley, the violence of the industrial action at De Doorns and in Ceres and the problem of loan sharks that prey on unsophisticated workers.

The essay on travelling in India is a meditation on consumerism and global warming couched in the most appealing way as he uses Derrick Jensen’s encyclopaedic “Endgame” as his guide. Finally, the last two essays are enjoyable literary games by a writer who knows his stuff. One is written entirely in footnotes, the other a biography of his alter ego.

Not bad for a local boykie.

They could have danced all night

When the Franschhoek Culture Vultures heard that there was to be a production of My Fair Lady at Artscape, they decided it was ideal for their midwinter July outing and pencilled it in for the 21st.

Tickets were booked, the bus was arranged, snacks were ordered and Leopard’s Leap delivered Cap Classique and wine from their Culinaria range.

The group set off in the crisp evening air with nostalgia firmly tucked under the arm. They had good seats and loved having a live orchestra in the orchestra pit. When the curtain rose a wonderful set was on stage and everyone’s costumes were just right. The cast sang beautifully and did justice to their characters.

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Memories of years ago – some suggested 50 years – drew smiles and applause from the audience. Freddie’s rendition of On The Street Where You Live brought some of the ladies close to fainting; everyone sang along during With A Little Bit of Luck and oohed and aahed when Eliza appeared in her ball gown.

On the trip home the Franschhoekers refrained from practising their vowels but discussed the merits of the show, gave it a definite thumbs-up and said they would love to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat next.

If you would like to receive information on Culture Vulture outings, please send your name, email address and cell phone number to news@franschhoektatler.co.za

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Discover the true tastes of Italy 9 September 2016

While the thought of Italian food may conjure up pizzas and pastas, the heart of Italian cuisine is really about so much more. Chef HW Pieterse and his culinary team at Anthonij Rupert Wyne, in collaboration with renowned chef Fiamma Swainston, invite you to take a journey of culinary discovery as they treat you to an authentic Italian evening on Friday, 9 September. Leave your expectations at home and bring your curiosity along for an evening that celebrates the soul of Italian dining.

Fiamma, whose late father is Frank Swainston of Constantia Uitsig fame, attributes her earliest culinary inspiration to her passionate Italian grandmother.

Surrounded by influential people with a great love for food and cooking, it’s no surprise that Fiamma spent years developing her own career in restaurant kitchens, cultivating her love for Italian cooking and honing her impressive knowledge of the country’s traditional and regional cuisines.

Together with Fiamma, chef HW and his team will showcase a modern menu that remains true to its

northern rural Italian heritage: focusing on flavour, quality locally-sourced ingredients and refined simplicity. Each dish will be carefully matched with wines from Anthonij Rupert Wyne’s Italian-inspired Terra del Capo range.

The evening’s menu begins with hot fried tartines (mini toasts), with piquant fillings of anchovy, homemade pickled vegetables and olive tapenade (produced from L’Ormarins estate olives). Next, enjoy a trio of starters with porcini mushroom flan, roasted bone marrow and a pickled mushroom salad. The main course of creamy, slow-braised oxtail risotto with oxtail croquette and gremolata will transport you to a family dinner table in northern Italy. The dinner concludes with a decadent chocolate and amaretti pudding, and crisp fried sweet pastry ribbons to dip in your espresso.

The cost is R550 per person and includes the fourcourse meal, as well as all wines. Seating is limited to 30 people and pre-booking is strongly advised.

For queries and bookings contact 021 874 9024 or ingridd@rupertwines.com.

Ephemeral Pleasures at Moór Gallery

Curators Aidon Westcott and Corlie de Kock are currently staging a group exhibition entitled ‘Ephemeral Pleasures’ at the Moór Gallery. It runs until 18 September and consists of paintings, sculpture and ceramics.

Ephemerality is the concept of things being transitory, existing only briefly. The term ephemeral is used to describe objects found in nature, although it can describe a wide range of things, including human artefacts intentionally made to last for only a temporary period, in order to increase their perceived aesthetic value.

The experience of pleasure is subjective and different individuals will experience different kinds and amounts of pleasure in the same situation. Many pleasurable experiences are associated with satisfying basic biological drives, such as eating, exercise, hygiene, and sex. Likewise the appreciation of cultural artefacts and activities such as art, music, dancing, and literature are often pleasurable.

The artists participating in the exhibition are: Rikus Ferreira; Henk Serfontein; Tanya Poole; Hermann Niebuhr; Dave Robertson; Annelie Venter; JP Meyer; Cobus van Bosch; Katie du Toit; Pauline Gutter; Jenny Parsons; Diane Mclean; Luan Nel; Jan Schutte; Michele Davidson; Marinda Combrinck, Iaan

Tricks of Self Defence by JP Meyer

Waldeck, Timothy Hopwood, Rossouw van der Walt, Greta McMahon, Janna Kruger, Lyn Smuts, Willem Pretorius, Hannes Van Zyl, Cedric Vanderlinden, Greg Kerr, Adriaan Diedericks, Andrew Mogridge, Judy Woodborne, Bretten - Anne Moolman, Kennet Sinclair, Aidon Westcott, Corlie de Kock, Candice Cruse, Antoinette Cloete Nel , Emme Minkley, Sandy Thomas, Nhlanhla Dumakude Nhlapo, James De Villiers, Seth Falconer and Strijdom van der Merwe. www.moorgalleryfranschhoek.co.za | 021 876 2616

Culinary heritage celebrated

Food traditions differ among nations and in South Africa with its rainbow culture, the food culture is all but simple. One of the common customs however, is our love for cooking over an open fire – therefore also why Heritage Day in South Africa is fondly referred to as National Braai Day. We do however share another culinary tradition – eating together.

Eating together is about more than food. Whether it happens around a formally laid table, casually around a fire or intimately in the kitchen, eating together is about sharing. Like all traditions it is something to be treasured and protected. Continuing La Motte's passion for both the conservation and sharing of, among others, the culinary heritage of the Cape Winelands, Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant this year celebrates Heritage Day by bringing people together around a table.

In tune with the old Cape tradition of family get-togethers over extended lunches and as a reflection of the estate’s owners’ appreciation for such traditional values, Heritage Day lunch will be served 'family-style' and guests can expect a selection of artisan breads, plated starters, a main course consisting of two meats of which one will be a roast, as well as a selection of side dishes, vegetables and salads served to share. A plated dessert will conclude the feast.

In a country with many differences, we should not only treasure our uniqueness, we should also embrace our similarities and in eating together, we celebrate a

true South African tradition.

The Heritage Day family lunch will be served on Saturday, 24 September 2016, 11h30 – 15h30.

Cost: R325 pp, excluding wine. Children under 12 have the option to share in the menu at a special price of R125 or to order from the Children’s Menu. Reservations are essential. pierneef@la-motte.co.za | 021 876 8800

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Varsity MTB Challenge comes to the valley 1 & 2 October 2016

The inaugural Varsity MTB Challenge takes place on 1 and 2 October 2016 and will have a unique university flavour. Don’t be fooled by the name though: The race is open to the general public, who will be able to race for their university of choice.

Day 1 of the race starts at Nederburg wine farm and ends at La Paris Estate, opposite Drakenstein Correctional Services. Day 2 will start and end at La Paris, with the day’s route taking in much of the scenic Dwars River Valley.

The aim of the Varsity MTB Challenge is to create a platform where university alumni can compete against each other in a race, while also giving them an opportunity to network and rekindle old friendships and camaraderie.

Apart from the general public taking part, the Varsity MTB Challenge will also see Varsity Sports’ university mountain bike teams compete against each other. This section of the race is proudly sponsored by FNB. The five university teams competing for the Varsity Sports Mountain Bike title are determined by the USSA

qualification and include Maties, Ikeys, Tuks, Pukke and Madibaz.

The public race is open to everyone and not just the alumni from the five universities competing for the Varsity Sports Mountain Bike title.

Entry fees include a race jersey, dinner on the Friday evening and lunch on both Saturday and Sunday for the team. There are also various accommodation options available as add-ons. FNB and RMB Private Bank cardholders will receive an additional 10% discount when booking online (terms and conditions apply).

To enter the Varsity MTB Challenge visit: www. varsitymtbchallenge.co.za. The entry fees for alumni and the general public are R2 500 per rider, or R 5 000 per team. Students pay R2 100 per rider, or R4 200 per team.

FNB and RMB Private Bank cardholders will receive an additional 10% discount when booking online (terms and conditions apply). www.varsitymtbchallenge.co.za

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Gardening in September Natie Ferreira

And just like that we are into spring! Unbelievable as it may seem another winter is behind us. September is the month us gardeners look forward to the most, but looking at our dam levels I would not have minded another month of winter. Let’s hold thumbs for some more rain before spring turns into summer. The weather prophets forecast a few more rain events, but the days in between will surely start to warm up and our main planting season is around the corner.

The list of chores in and around the garden is so long that I would suggest you get some hired help for the mundane tasks. These include spreading lawn dressing, digging in cover crops, preparing vegetable beds, scarifying the lawn, tree surgery and weeding out all the winter weeds. This will free the gardener up for the exciting work of sowing and transplanting new seedlings, pruning of favourite plants, planning and planting of new beds and the all-important task of visiting garden centres. The garden centres are awash with colour this time of year. Many of them are running amazing specials on all sorts of tempting plants at the moment. Don’t be too caught up in the hype; rather do some planning first and then shop with a plan. Many of the vegetable seedlings that are ready now were forced by the growers and often don’t turn out to be the healthiest of plants, but I still buy them if it might mean tomatoes from my own garden in early November.

Your roses should be showing some healthy red tips

as the new growth pushes through. That is the sign to start with your feeding program. Feed with an organic version of 5:1:8 or similar and mulch with a thick layer of rotten manure or compost. I prefer not to spray preventatively against pests and diseases, but this means that a close eye must be kept on the weather and regular inspections done to ensure that no single pest gets out of hand. If several humid overcast days are forecast, it is worth it to spray the rose bushes with a copper based fungicide. Aphids are not really a problem unless they get seriously out of hand; rather wait a few days and see if the natural predators like ladybugs and wasps arrive. Tie climbers up regularly and finger prune vigorous shoots.

Most of my energy will be spent in the vegetable garden. All summer veggies can be sown now – cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, peppers, tomatoes, aubergines, green beans, runner beans – whatever you can think of. I will be sowing some unusual vegetables like okra, calabash, loofah and ground nuts this year as well. You can also attempt to sow some peas still and gamble on a late winter. Make sure your irrigation system is working properly – a few warm days can cost you dearly if you have all those newly planted seeds germinating. Feed young plants regularly by watering them with a weak foliar fertiliser – Kelpak or Nitrosol works well.

This time of year I don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen, but rainy days are spent cooking seriously slow food. My olives are also ready for fresh brine and will get some attention soon. I am also experimenting with all sorts of ferments – kvass, jun, ginger beer, kefir, sauerkraut etc. This makes for an exciting new hobby and the results are often delicious and healthgiving. The flops make a decent microbe stimulating addition to the compost bin!

September 2016

Plant of the Month Frankie Brookes

Effortless Beauty: Bellis

Historically known as Bruisewort, for its healing abilities in treating minor injuries like cuts, bruises and

joint pain, Bellis is not just a pretty face. Its spoonshaped leaves provide a lovely bed of green ground cover from which their bright disc-like blooms stand out singly and proudly. Bellis need full sun and well draining soil. An initial boost of compost and slow releasing fertiliser is all the pampering they’ll need.

Water once a day until established and less frequently thereafter. Some deadheading will be required and you will want to remove the lower leaves which die off periodically.

Rainfall Figures Measured at La Cotte/Nerina Street for periods indicated mm/year 2004

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CLASSIC MUSIC FESTIVAL FRANSCHHOEK

Friday 21st October to Sunday 23rd October 2016.

A series of concerts in the historic NG Church and Café Bon Bon at La Petite Dauphine.

Pianist and festival director Christopher Duigan will once again be featured in the Marriott Classic Music Festival in Franschhoek.

Visit www.franschhoekclassic.co.za for full programme details.

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Finding the Flavour of Pinot Noir Cooking Class Venue: Leopard’s Leap. Time: 18h00.

Cost: R650 pp. Booking: 021 876 8002 or cooking@leopardsleap.co.za.

Heritage Day Farm Feast Ox Roast Venue: Boschendal.

Time: 12h00. Cost: Adults R325, kids R95. Booking: 021 870 4274 or reservations@boschendal.co.za.

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24 & 25 September

Finding the Flavour of Pinot Noir Cooking Class Venue: Leopard’s Leap. Time: 18h00. Cost: R650 pp. Booking: 021 876 8002 or cooking@ leopardsleap.co.za.

Franschhoek Uncorked Venue: Participating Franschhoek farms. Cost: R140 pp. Bookings: www.webtickets.co.za

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3 & 4 September

Franschhoek Classic Music Festival Café BonBon at La Petite Dauphine & Dutch Reformed Church. Cost: Varies. Tickets: DRC concerts at door or Café BonBon for Saturday dinner & concert or Sunday Soiree. Tel: 021 876 3936

Pasta making workshop weekend Venue: Boschendal.

Time: Check in at 14h00. Cost: R1850 pp sharing/2050 pp. Booking: accommodation@boschendal.co.za or 021 870 4202

9 September

Tuesdays

Tastes of Italy with Fiamma Swainston Venue: Anthonij Rupert Wyne.

Time: Evening. Cost: R550 pp.

Booking: 021 874 9024 or ingridd@ rupertwines.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous Contact 021 433 2709 or 073 125 0188 (Jeffrey) Backgammon Club Meets All welcome. Own board not required. Venue: Taki’s Place.

Time: 19h00. Info: Graeme Oliver - graeme @ poachedrhino.org or 072 815 8209

14 September

Clivia Workshop Venue: Babylonstoren. Time: 10h00 to 16h00. Cost: R550 pp. Booking: reservations@babylonstoren.com

Fridays

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Food and Wine Tastings Venue: La Motte Tasting Room.

Time: 10h00 to 11h00. Cost: R130 pp. Bookings: tasting@la-motte. co.za or 021 876 8820

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9 7 6 Time: 2 4 Yoga 8 1 Venue: Grande Venue: The Artemis Barn. Time: 19h00. Cost: R695.

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Uniting Reformed Church Sunday service: 09h30. Minister: Dr Shaun Burrows, 021 876 2632.

All visitors most welcome.

Shofar Christian Church Sunday Services: 09h00 English at 7 Lambrechts St 18h00 Afrikaans at Franschhoek Rugby Klub, Groendal. Ps Theuns Pauw 021 876 3348. All welcome!

Roman Catholic Church Mass every 2nd Saturday of the month at the Methodist Church, Bagatelle Rd, Fhk. 073 488 6816 Trinity Church Anglican Communion Service Sundays 10h00.

Weekday Communion with Prayers Wednesdays 10h00. All services at L’Ermitage Chapel. Fr Gavin Mitchell (083 799 0726) St George’s Anglican Church Groot Drakenstein.

Sunday Services: Holy Communion and Sunday School 10h00. Rector Fr Joe Humbles – 073 560 3566 Franschhoek Methodist Church Sunday service 09h00 – all welcome.

Rev Nuno Vergueiro 021 872 3580 or 082 662 4509. Contact person: 021 876 2510 or 083 287 5756 New Apostolic Church Le Roux Weg, Franschhoek.

Sundays 09h00, Wednesdays 19h30. Rector: Charles Leibrandt

Sport

Franschhoek Cycling Club Outrides Regular road rides on Saturday mornings from BP garage to Stellenbosch/Jonkers and back (75 kms) followed by coffees. Meet at 08h00 winter months, 07h00 in summer. To check timings during shoulder seasons contact Paul Barkley 083 302 9096 8 Franschhoek 4 3 7Tennis 9 Club 6 5 Social tennis is played at the 9Franschhoek 5 2 6Tennis 8 Club 1 4on 5Fridays 8 from 9 1 08h30 7 2and 3on 2Sundays 7 4and 9 Public 1 3Holidays 6 from 09h00. During June, July 4and 3 1 starting 5 2times 8 are7 30 August 3mins6later.8For2more4 information 5 9 contact 021 876 4184.

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Jyotish Vedic Astrology Robert Rittel

Aries, 21 March – 19 April: Mars and Saturn are in the mutable fire sign of Sagittarius and creating the effect of slowness in actions and results. The yes or no of a reserved person has more weight and influence than a hundred words of a talkative person. A truth that disturbs peace and harmony is worse than a lie.

Taurus, 20 April – 20 May: Venus has moved into Libra and likes to recognize with relationships and kindness. If you wish for relief in life rise above complexity and conventionality. The more people you can get on with, the wiser you prove to be.

Gemini, 21 May – 20 June: Mercury, the winged messenger of the heavens, is moving into Libra as well. The planet of air energies in the sign of moveable air is creating ambivalent or compromising situations. It represents itself through the avoidance of conflicts or responsibilities. Sympathy breaks the congestion of the heart.

Cancer, 21 June – 22 July: Some unfavourable traits will surface this month with the issues of dependents and difficulties of how to engage pertinent. There can be hypersensitivity and moody feelings of abandonment. The last thing you should do is engaging with dysfunctional friends. The true ego is born of the ashes of the false.

Leo, 23 July – 22 August: If you are spending beyond your means and hunting for power, your overbearing attitude will leave you with poor opinions. Try to be detail orientated and delegate with skilled organisation. We are all children of the universe, born on earth as exile of the heavens.

Virgo, 23 August – 22 September: The key concept of the Virgin is perfection through purification. Those analytical and serving orientated talents are the desire

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to improve things to their ideal. Frustration, a sceptical mind and fault-finding attitude become your greatest obstacles. The stilling of the mind is the true alchemy which turns mercury into silver.

Libra, 23 September – 22 October: Your castle in the air is waiting for inspiration and does not want to get side tracked with indulgence. A reputation is a trust given to you by other people, so it becomes a sacred duty to maintain it. As the whole of nature is made by God, so the nature of each individual is made by himself.

Scorpio, 23 October – 21 November: If you feel victimized in your love affair and looking for patience in your partner, do not reason with those who are incapable of understanding your reason.

Wisdom is the way in which to express life as one has understood it oneself. Facts lose their colour in the face of truth, as stars pale before the sun.

Sagittarius, 22 November – 21 December: The surface of the human intelligence is the intellect; when it’s turned outside in, it becomes the source of all revelations. Too much enthusiasm pushes the object of attainment farther off. Let your virtues dissolve in the sea of purity.

Capricorn, 22 December – 19 January: You’re prospering through endurance and focus on security, but do not forget that the load of responsibilities weighs upon the soul more than the strain of work.

Life is too small a price to offer to someone whom you really love.

Aquarius, 20 January – 18 February: Yesterday you thought that you are not wise enough, today you understand, tomorrow you will do better, so you think and the evolution of life goes on. When you do not concern yourself with consequence, then alone you may freely express your impulse.

Pisces, 19 February - 20 March: The dual water sign creates a stream of consciousness which is flowing back and forth between heaven and earth and the focus becomes the spiritual world.

Procrastinating and disconnected thinking creates the lack of enlightenment and liberation.

For a consultation contact Robert at 073 312 1265 or robert.vedicastrology@gmail.com

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Stellenbosch Fire Dept. (Buildings on fire) 021 808 8888 Cape Winelands Distr.Muni. (Bush & veld fires) 021 887 4446

021 886 9244 Police 10111/021 876 8061 Eskom 086 003 7566 Neighbourhood Watch 083 493 7778 Omnipage Farm Watch 021 852 3318 Plaaswag 021 876 2346 N1, N2 & R300 Emergency number: 021 946 1646 DENTISTS

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Smalls Smalls R30. Text only, maximum of 30 words Leave, with payment, at Franschhoek Pharmacy before the 15th of the preceding month BOOK BINDING AND BOOK REPAIRS. Contact John 021 876 4129 or john@thearmchair explorer.co.za GARDENS: Pruning, tree removal, paving, landscape services and gardens.

Call Myles Agar 083 279 7960 Email: myles@franschhoekwildhoney.co.za PROFESSIONAL POOL SERVICE REQUIRED? Keep it local! Get a quote. Call RiaPools: 072 347 5355 MAILBOXES: Postnet Franschhoek.

R495 per year. Limited number still available. No “junk mail”. Phone: 021 876 3025 / Email: franschhoek@postnet.co.za EXCESS BOOKS? Shelves creaking, moving house or just thinning out your collection? Contact John Hicks 021 876 4129 LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL BOOK and can’t find it? Call John at the Armchair Explorer, we will source it for you.

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PET-SITTER/HOUSE-SITTER/ CARETAKER: I am a responsible, mature woman who adores animals. I can also supervise domestic staff, pool/ garden maintenance, car care, etc. You can trust me with your precious pets & belongings. Franschhoek only. Contact Sue at 083 270 9555 HUGUENOT HERITAGE MAPS: A pair of beautifully illustrated maps, one of France showing places of origin, names and dates of the Huguenots who left for the Cape, and one of the Cape showing the farms and armorial shields of the families. This historically correct and decorative reference work is printed on heavy art paper, 490 x 585mm. R750.00 per pair excluding delivery from Cape Town. Please email amq.htc@gmail. com for photos and an order form.

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LOCAL SPARKY: Here to help with your installations, maintenance, gate motors & electrical repairs. No job too small. Please call for favourable quote. Jenowin. 081 071 4637. References available.

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RE-FIBRE GLASS YOUR POOL in any colour you like. Call RiaPools for a quote: 072 347 5355 STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE: – Upstairs Units 4m x 3 m – R1,000 per month. Contact Fiona 021 876 3171 STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE: 1st Floor units, various sizes, priced between R500 & R1,000 per month. Contact Fiona 021 876 3171 JUNIOR POSITION: Postnet Franschhoek is looking to fill a junior position. Interested persons can leave a CV and motivational letter at Postnet.

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INVESTIGATION SERVICES: Fraud and corruption: public sector, municipalities, private clients. Former The exciting new venture of Leeu Collection - Marigold Authentic Indian Restaurant - will be opening in December 2016.

We are therefore looking for the following staff: * Managers * Waiters and Runners * Bartenders and Barbacks * Chefs of all grades * Scullers and Cleaners *Security Do you have a passion for Indian cuisine?

Do you have at least 3 - 4 years experience in an upmarket 5* environment?

Want to be part of the new and dynamic hospitality group in the winelands?

For managers and chefs a minimum hospitality qualification essential.

Everyone else the minimum is Matric.

Then attend our open recruitment days on 8th & 15th September 2016 and apply to join our young and professional team.

Bring your CV with contactable references. Interview day to be held on Thursday 8th & 15th September 2016 at Leeu Collection Site Office (ask at the Security gate at the main entrance of Leeu Estates), Dassenberg Road. Times from 9.00 am - 2.30 pm. Contact hr@leeucollection.com if you are unable to make it on 8th or 15th September 2016.

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Pearl Valley sees growth under Val de Vie’s management

September 2016

Val de Vie top residential estate in South Africa

Early morning at the polo field

Simonsberg from Pearl Valley Golf Estate

Since the merger with Val de Vie Estate, neighbouring Pearl Valley has started a new chapter.

Pearl Valley was rated by international rating agency New World Wealth (NWW) as the leading residential estate in South Africa. The course has seen a steep rise in popularity recently, with an increase of 35 percent in its golf rounds for May year-on-year.

Pearl Valley has always seen success as home to one of the top golf courses in the country and now, as part of Val de Vie’s greater development, is set for further growth and achievements.

Comments Val de Vie Estate’s Marketing Director, Ryk Neethling: “Val de Vie Estate was ideally positioned to acquire Pearl Valley. By leveraging the power of Val de Vie’s existing infrastructure, it was viable for us to seamlessly connect the two estates and develop Pearl Valley further.”

Pearl Valley’s definitive Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course was named the ‘Best Conditioned’ golf course in the Western Cape for 2010, 2011, 2012/2013 and again for 2014/2015 by Golf Digest magazine, the course was also awarded the ‘Five Star Experience Award’ by Compleat Golfer for six consecutive years.

Pearl Valley has also consistently ranked among the top ten courses in South Africa by Golf Digest magazine since 2006 to date.

The course was the home of the SA Open for three consecutive years in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Commenting on the incredible condition of the course, 2007 US Masters Champion Trevor Immelman said, during the 2008 South African Open, that the course is possibly the best he has ever played on.

While top players such as Richard Sterne, Lee-Ann Pace, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Greg Norman and Rory Mcllroy have competed on its fairways, Pearl Valley looks forward to additional famous faces at the Val de Vie Foundation Celebrity Golf Day on 21 October. A number of non-resident golf memberships are available for 2016 which afford unlimited access to member practice facilities,

access to member competitions, and reciprocity to Jack Nicklaus golf courses worldwide amongst other offerings.

Pearl Valley will in the near future include a luxury five-star Mantis Collection boutique hotel where the construction of phase one has already started. The sale of the phase one units went exceptionally well and have sold out, with phase two due to be launched soon. The hotel will consist of 80 bedrooms, split into 10 freestanding double-storey buildings to maximise picturesque views of the surrounding mountains.

Pearl Valley is part of Val de Vie Estate’s stable of products which includes the Polo Village, Gentleman’s Estates, the Vines, Val de Vie Lifestyle Club, Retirement Village and The Stables amongst others. Pearl Valley will now be known as Pearl Valley at Val de Vie Estate.

Surrounded by the majestic Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains, and situated on the Berg River, residents can expect privacy and well-managed safety and security, amidst the rarity and natural beauty of true starlight and the peaceful sounds of nature.

Pearl Valley amenities include The Valley Restaurant, a beautiful eatery that features an impressive selection of award-winning wines. The member’s lounge and halfway-house as well as a clubhouse and the Breathe Spa & Hair Salon are also on offer, alongside tennis courts, a resident’s pool, a spacious gym and a bar from which to enjoy sundowners.

Adds Neethling: “A 34 ha equestrian farm, currently outside of the security perimeter is set to be included into the ‘super-estate’ at the end of the year.”

Val de Vie and Pearl Valley enjoy the best of both worlds; low density residential housing and all the space of a country lifestyle setting, but within close proximity to top schools and conveniently situated near urban nodes such as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. The estates are near to and under an hour’s drive of Cape Town International Airport, major business hubs and the Cape Town CBD. www.pearlvalley.co.za | 021 867 8000

Service delivery matters, says Seeff

One of the most important lessons of this year’s historic local government elections (LGE) and the shift in support to the Democratic Alliance (DA), in particular, has been that service delivery matters.

It matters to the country, local communities, the economy and property market, says Samuel Seeff, chairman of the Seeff property group.

These have been the most crucial and hotly anticipated elections since 1994 and Seeff says that the shift to the opposition in key metropolitan areas such as Nelson Mandela Bay, Tshwane and in Johannesburg is a clear signal to government that service delivery is critical. What is more, the better you deliver, the better you do at the polls, as the Cape metro results showed.

“We start the post-elections period off on a positive note knowing that democracy works in South Africa.

The news from the international markets and economic analysts has also been positive and we have, for example,e seen the rand strengthen against the major currencies to some of the best levels since 2008.”

A strong rand will have a positive influence on the economy, interest rates and ultimately, the property market, says Seeff.

As the Cape has shown over the last five years, people want to live and invest in areas where services are top notch. This is precisely why property buyers have streamed to the Western Cape and the Cape metro in particular in significant numbers.

At the same time, the Cape has gotten richer as skills and resources have migrated here and with that came business and property growth.

The result has been a buoyant property market with strong demand and a virtual sell-out of property stock in many areas. Even now, as the market has been driven downwards by the poor economic outlook, the Cape is still reporting better activity compared to many other areas including Johannesburg and Pretoria.

FNB’s Property Strategist, John Loos, confirmed in his recent Q2 Property Barometer that while the national average house price inflation rate was 7.1% for this year, it was far higher at 12.1% (climbing for

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the 5th consecutive quarter) for the Western Cape.

What we have also seen, adds Seeff, is that top end prices in the Cape, especially in the suburbs of the Atlantic Seaboard, are now some 30% - 40% higher than those of the wealthy Johannesburg neighbourhoods.

Johannesburg’s wealthy will even pay more for Cape Town property as illustrated by the sale of a luxury Clifton villa early last year to a wealthy Johannesburg businessman for R111 million. This same property is now on the market for R150m, such is the confidence in the Cape property market, he adds.

Where sales in the R20m-plus sector for the whole of the Sandton and other upmarket Johannesburg areas amount to only about 20-odd worth just over R540m for the two-year period of 2014-2015, some 80-odd sales worth just under R2.5bn were recorded for the Atlantic Seaboard over the same period.

People want to live and invest in neighbourhoods with good service delivery and efficient mechanisms to lodge service requests, it is that simple, concludes Seeff. Voters have said as much at the ballot boxes and buyers have voted with their wallets when it comes to property in the Cape.

While Val de Vie has reached a number of milestones in the past year, including having been host to Prince Harry at the Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup, its acquisition of Pearl Valley and having had Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Capital make a significant investment in the estate, it will note August 2016 as one of the most significant moments in its history as it has been named the top residential estate in South Africa by New World Wealth.

New World Wealth is a “global wealth intelligence and market research company”. The company rates the top 10 residential estates in South Africa annually, based on criteria including: • Security (access gate, private security personnel) • Activities (gym, swimming pool, golf, horse riding, polo, tennis) • Facilities (shops, offices, parks, gathering places, children’s playgrounds, schools, hospitals) • Quality and design of houses • Space (average stand size and placing/ spacing of houses) • Views, scenery and wildlife • Appeal to wealthy buyers • Resale and price growth potential Marketing Director at Val de Vie Estate, Ryk Neethling, said of the accolade: “We are extremely honoured to be recognised by New World Wealth as the leading residential estate in South Africa, and keep it our aim to be rated as the top estate in the world.

This accomplishment wouldn't have been possible without support from the Drakenstein Municipality, the Western Cape Government and all our partners.”

“Having joined forces with Pearl Valley, Val de Vie certainly has an offering like no other estate in the country, or on the continent. Our residents and guests are able to experience the finest that the Cape has to offer in terms of natural beauty, spaciousness and an array of sporting activities from polo to golf,

cultural events and fine dining, all at one location. The estate is also conveniently located, only a 35-minute drive from Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport, and in proximity to good schools, as well as the University of Stellenbosch.”

Since its inception in 2006, Val de Vie has transformed the ground on which it is located from a desolate state to a stunning piece of land that now lives up to its name, meaning “Valley of Life”.

Neethling continues: “Val de Vie is led by a strong management team, and was founded and developed based on a set of core principles including passion, purpose, excellence and a pioneering spirit, to name a few.

We continuously remind ourselves of these values as we strive to offer Val de Vie residents an incomparable way of life. In everything we do, from property development to the hosting of events, we give our best and I believe that this method of operation has allowed us to achieve all that we have in the past year.”

“We not only feel strongly about offering our residents the best, but we are extremely passionate about the surrounding communities and as we grow from strength to strength as an estate, we will remain committed to ensuring that those who reside in the Paarl-Franschhoek Valley enjoy a better quality of life, as part of the recently launched Val de Vie Foundation’s ongoing efforts.”

Comments New World Wealth analyst, Andrew Amoils: “Val de Vie’s extensive activities and facilities boost its rating, along with the fantastic scenery and backdrops on the estate. The estate’s security is excellent and there is strong interest from wealthy buyers. Val die Vie additionally offers various types and styles of units, which are all designed and built to a high specification. The fact that it has an equestrian centre, polo fields, vineyards and a golf course also help its rating.” www.valdevie.co.za

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Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / A beautifully renovated property. The open-plan living area with fireplace, open to the patio’s with mountain views. The home has beautiful Oggi Oak floors throughout as well as American shutters. There is a compact, easy to maintain garden under irrigation that allows you to enjoy the stream, vines and mountain views.

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AN ENTICING PROPERTY OF INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ON THE SOUGHT AFTER PEARL VALLEY GOLF ESTATE This home offers a new level of sophistication and opulent living in the Winelands. The Innovative design has an emphasis on personal comfort and entertainment with double volume reception room leading onto a large covered patio which overlooks the lap pool, 10th fairway and Wemmershoek Mountain range. Set in a quiet cul de sac and so perfectly configured with an inviting entrance hall with feature wine rack, cosy family/TV room with Godin log fireplace, wrought iron staircase to the upstairs reading/TV room and study, well fitted kitchen with separate scullery and outside laundry/domestic room, four king size bedroom suites, the main suite has his and her dressing areas.

Features include two and a half garages, ducted air-conditioning, external lockable aluminium shutters, artwork feature lighting, domestic cloakroom and high tech automated 220 volt battery backup power supply. Designed with an interplay of formal to informal areas the landscaped garden with a fountain feature and summer house set in a lavender rose garden provides the ideal area to laze away those hot Cape summer days. The estate offers a beautiful clubhouse with restaurant, bar, members lounge, health spa and fully equipped gym. In addition there is one of South Africa’s top five 18-hole championship golf courses, island pool, floodlit tennis courts, equestrian centre, golf and cricket academy, the Bridge House Private School pre-school and state of the art security which complete the luxury experience.

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IMMACULATE COUNTRY STYLE VILLAGE HOME. Beautiful Franschhoek home in close proximity to all village amenities . Spacious open plan lounge with high volumes, fireplace, dining/study area, The kitchen is well designed with granite tops and leads to separate scullery area. The home has 3 bedrooms, main en suite and 2 bedrooms sharing a classically renovated 2nd bathroom. Lounge area leads onto a stunning patio with beautiful views. A quaint inner courtyard provides a lovely get away private space. In addition, there is a 1 bedroom cottage with income generating potential. Double garage. Basement storage area. Alarm. Aircon. Advertised Price is VAT inclusive.

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MODERN SINGLE STOREY HOME ON THE SOUGHT AFTER PEARL VALLEY GOLF ESTATE. Unique opportunity to own an ideal single storey lockup and go, situated in the centre of the estate this lovely modern home offers large open plan living spaces which open out onto an entertainers undercover patio with built in braai. There is a well-appointed kitchen with separate scullery, three bedrooms of which the main has ample cupboard space and a full en-suite. The two other bedrooms share a full family bathroom. To complete the picture there is a double garage and a landscaped garden.

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MAGNIFICENT TRENDY SECURE FAMILY LIFESTYLE. Well designed family home with space, privacy and open plan living, offering flowing reception rooms with fireplace and sliding doors leading onto undercover entertainers patio with views of the golf course and Simonsberg Mountain. Separate downstairs TV/Study leading onto patio/ pool area, wine cellar and kitchen with separate scullery room. Upstairs: 4 bedrooms: 2 en suite and 2 with shared bathroom. Magnificent main bedroom with fireplace and balcony overlooking pool and Juliet balcony overlooking the lake. Centred TV room/pyjama lounge with balcony commanding majestic views of the mountains.

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GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Developers, Investors this is a must see. Look no further, this property is on a plot +/- 1200 m² and comprising of 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, wooden floors, refurbished kitchen and a granny flat. Covered parking and stunning views completes the picture. Well maintained.

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