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HEARTFELT THANK YOU Letter by Swami Shivashankarananda Dear Candace, I went to the Checkers at Columbine Square last week to collect the latest edition of tame TIMES Johannesburg South and lo and behold, I was astounded to see what extensive coverage you gave the Festival of Deepavali! Indeed, that’s real democracy and deep respect shown for the promotion of religion and spirituality by you and your esteemed newspaper. At the Sri Adi Shankara Ashrama we are a non-sectarian, non-aligned and totally universal institution with deep love and respect for all religious teachings of all religions. On behalf of our executive committee, I wish to personally extend to both you and the management of tame TIMES our heartfelt gratitude for your loving kindness. Needless
to say, I was deeply touched by your kind gesture! In all my excitement, I took a few copies to show one of our sister nuns, Swami Shraddhananda Mataji, and she too was extremely overjoyed by the benevolence and catholicity of your newspaper. Once again, please accept our gratitude for the coverage you have given us. We feel immensely humbled by your love and affection.
EDITOR’S RESPONSE:
Dear Swamiji, thank you so much for your touching and equally inspiring letter. It’s always an honour to receive letters such as yours and to be able to reach out to the community. To all our Hindu readers I hope you have a blessed Diwali.
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DONNINGTON DRIVE PARK Letter by Paseka Matlhaku, Gauteng Department of Economic Development Dear Candace, thanks very much for publishing my letter to City Parks in your newspaper last week but I want to make a correction of error where you have stated that the removal of black wattles was done at Donnington Drive in Mulbarton; in fact the correct area is Donnington Drive Park in Glenvista. The reason I am correcting this is due to the fact that Donnington Drive also crosses to Mulbarton but there is no park there and the community might be confused. Please note that all your efforts are much appreciated.
EDITOR’S RESPONSE:
Dear Paseka, thank you for pointing the error out.
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STUDENTS ARE RIGHT TO STAND UP FOR WHAT THEY BELIEVE IN BUT SHOULD NOT BE VIOLENT Letter by Michael Crichton, Secretary DA JHB South Constituency and DA Boroang Branch Ward 56: Ward Committee Public Safety portfolio dire that many do not however I disagree as with their currently know where their next being so few jobs available people need to be meal is going to come as qualified as possible. It is also important from. What makes the for the country to have a skilled labour force increase all the more which can help grow the economy. frustrating for them One aspect of the protests that I do disagree is that it seems that with is any vandalism and violence that took some of the university place. If property was vandalised it will cost staff are unwilling to money to repair it, with some mechanism relinquish their hefty having to be found for the repairs. In terms of the violence that took place, we annual bonuses. It seems that the live in a country where the rule of law needs Department of Higher to reign supreme, and therefore it can never Education does not be acceptable for protesters to break the law have an adequate and create a sense of anarchy. I also hope (Photo: Chester plan to deal with the that the protesting students have found some Makana, tame TIMES need to make tertiary time to study, as their exams are coming up Rise ‘N Shine) education affordable soon, and they need to pass and graduate. and it seems that Over the past few weeks there have been there isn’t space for tertiary institutions in the EDITOR’S RESPONSE: widespread student protests at tertiary National Treasury’s budget. Hi Michael, I completely agree with your institutions across the country at the The Democratic Alliance has planned to letter. Education is key for our country’s proposed 10% increase in tuition fees. tackle this problem, as it would expand the growth. I can’t help but cast my thoughts The protests also reached Parliament and National Financial Aid Scheme’s (NSFAS) to the 1976 Soweto Uprising – according to the Union Buildings. The increase in the fees seemed to assistance and cover the full cost of study, CNN reports, not since the student uprising have been implemented without much convert loans into bursaries if studies are almost 40 years ago have this many youth consultations taking place with the various successfully completed, provide state arisen to demand the right to quality and student societies to get the views of the sureties for students not qualifying for NSFAS accessible education. students. There can be no doubt that this bursaries but seeking loans from commercial The recent protests were not solely about increase was going to have a devastating banks, and allow students qualifying with fees as students were calling for the impact on the average student’s cost of living certain skills to repay loans through public “decolonisation” and “transformation” of as they would now have to pay higher fees, service. This plan will assist the country in higher education institutions. in addition to the hefty cost of textbooks and getting more graduates, as the students will CNN went on to say that South Africa is more unequal now than during apartheid. Is history stationery, monthly rent, daily meals, and in have less to stress about. There are people who say that tertiary repeating itself? some cases, transport costs. education is a privilege and not a right; The financial situation for some students is so
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WORKING TOGETHER: (From left) Ward 57 Councillor Faeeza Chame, Ward 55 Councillor Rashieda Glenvista 5 Residents Association founder Sarah Wissler outside the Jackson’s house in Turffontein After being reported missing for just over two weeks, 13-year-old Alliya Anastasia Jackson was found in Turffontein on the evening of Thursday 05 November. On Thursday 22 October, Alliya was reported missing by her
parents Sally and Leonard Jackson after she left home at 07:00pm to go buy an ice lollipop at a nearby tuck shop in High Street, Turffontein and did not return. According to Booysens SAPS Warrant Officer Lorraine
van Emmerik, Alliya was approached by a 19-year-old male at the tuck shop and was taken by gunpoint. It is alleged that the suspect took Alliya to various places in and around Johannesburg including Soweto, Johannesburg Park Station, Kensington and Germiston. During the time of Alliya’s disappearance, Ward 55 Councillor Rashieda Landis with the assistance of the Pink Ladies Missing Children’s Organisation, members from the Chrisville Neighbourhood Watch, CPF members as well as various local councillors relentlessly searched for Alliya. The suspect and Alliya returned home on the evening of Thursday 05 November. “The two returned to their respective homes – the suspect just after 06:00pm and Alliya just after 08:00pm. Cllr Landis was then contacted and joined members from Booysens SAPS to collect information regarding what had happened,” says van Emmerik. Booysens SAPS arrested the suspect and is currently in custody and a case has been opened. Due to the sensitivity of the case, certain information cannot be released and currently Booysens SAPS and the Child Protection Unit are investigating the case further, says van Emmerik. “This should be a wake up call for all young girls not to trust anyone. Let your parents know your whereabouts all of the time,” says Cllr Chame. Landis and Community worker and founder of Glenvista 5 Residents Association Sarah Wissler has arranged complete family counselling has been arranged for the Jackson family. Wissler has also contacted a psychologist to help Alliya.
ROBBERY AT MALL OF THE SOUTH
On Friday 06 November between the times of 09:02am and 09:15am, a robbery took place inside Markhams at the Mall of the South. According to Waldo Marcus, Mall of the South spokesperson and Head of Marketing at Zenprop Property Holdings, three suspects entered the store posing as shoppers. The first suspect entered at 09:02am just after opening, the second entered 30 seconds later and the third a minute and a half thereafter. A possible fourth suspect was wandering outside the store, potentially as a look out. “The suspects left the store individually between the times of 09:12am and 09:15am in different directions, ensuring they that did not attract any attention. The suspects left on foot,” explains Marcus. He adds that no firearms were visible from the CCTV footage and Crime Intelligence and SAPS is busy with a detailed investigation. “The staff was locked up in the storeroom where cell phones were taken. They are receiving professional trauma counselling through centre management,” says Marcus. “All footage has been handed over to SAPS and additional training will be provided to tenants’ staff and security. We are also welcoming increased visibility and support from the CPF, SAPS and JMPD,” notes Marcus. “We are fortunate no one was injured and all parties are assisting the police with their investigation,” says Marcus.
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10 November 2015 LEND A PAW
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As part of its outreach programme in Vosloorus, Cause 4 Paws is looking for volunteers to help collect vaccinated animals for sterilisation on Saturday 14 November at Vosloorus Police Station. Cause 4 Paws also requires donations of dog food, bowls, blankets, kennels, 5ml syringes, 3cc needles, cotton wool, medical bracelets, latex gloves and just about any animal products you are willing to part with. Details: Vosloorus Police Station, Bierman Road, Vosloorus, contact Sheena on 078 124 5791 or email sheena@cause4paws.co.za, www.cause4paws.co.za
The Sri Adi Shankara Ashrama, a Swami Sivananda Satsanga, Meditation and Seva Centre in Winchester Hills, will be hosting a very special Lakshmi Pooja and Satsanga to celebrate the 2015 Festival of Lights, popularly known as Deepavali. The event will take place on Wednesday 11 November from 07:00am to 08:30am, followed by light refreshments and Prasad. Sri Swami
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Shivashankarananda, Sri Swami Shraddhananda Mataji, as well as the officials and devotees of the Ashrama cordially extends an invitation to all those that are interested in Pooja and Satsanga on this sacred day. Details: Sri Adi Shankara Ashrama, 39 Frangipani Street, Extension 3, Winchester Hills, contact Swamiji on 082 742 8810, Mataji on 083 324 5759 or the office on 011 433 2940
DEFEND YOURSELF The CPF Mondeor SAPS Precinct invites all women to attend a self defence workshop on Saturday 14 November from 09:00am to 01:30pm at Dalmondeor Primary School. The workshop will cost R50 per person, which will include a hotdog, colddrink and water. Details: Dalmondeor Primary School, 222 Calanbria Drive, Mondeor, contact Cindy Morujao on 082 444 6260, cpfmondeorsapsarea@gmail.com
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DRUG AWARENESS EVENING Parents are invited to a drug awareness evening on Wednesday 25 November at Marist Brothers Linmeyer at 06:15pm. Hosted by Victim Support, the event will be a highly informative evening of discussions where parents will be able to interact with professionals on the subject of drugs. The Local Drug Action Committee will hold a presentation informing parents of what drugs are available, their packaging, cost, effects and toxicity. Samples will be brought to view so parents are able to identify them. An insightful account of what it is like living with an addict will be revealed by parents of addicts. Sector Crime Forum heads will inform parents about trouble spots and their fight to remove the dealers. The Department of Social Services will also address parenting concerns.
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Details: Marist Brothers Linmeyer, East Street, Linmeyer, contact Michelle Pelser on 084 292 9144
Catch comedian Joey Rasdien as well as iconic SA group Mango Groove this November at The Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City. On Thursday 19 November at 08:30pm, Rasdien will take you on a hilarious journey, from his point of reference. As always, Rasdien brings you thought-provoking comedy, dealing with how different people perceive exactly the same things in society today. Tickets range from R160 to R180 per person. On Friday 20 November at 08:30pm, Mango Groove are delighted to announce their first release in over six years – Faces to the Sun truly is a big slice of summer power pop, with that unmistakably infectious Mango Groove sound, and is a true celebration of South African-ness! Tickets cost R220 per person.
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Details: The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, Corner Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde, 011 248 5000, www.goldreefcity.co.za
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Trip down memory lane Join the Johannesburg Big Band and two of South Africa’s finest vocal talents in a scintillating celebration of everyone’s favourite movie tunes in Johannesburg Big Band at the Movies at The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City for one night only on Wednesday 25 November at 08:00pm. After four successful shows, this world-class 17-piece big band, directed by Adam Howard, returns to The Lyric Theatre, providing a charming musical journey that celebrates movies in true, classic big band tradition. Johannesburg Big Band at the Movies will be a concert full of famous movie themes with songs that will instantly take audiences back into the movie theatre, playing music from golden oldies such as Casablanca and The Sound of Music to blockbusters like Rocky, Superman and Star Wars. Joining the big band on vocals will be the uber-talented multi-award-winning KB Motsilanyane and instantly recognisable Brandon October, who will take audiences down memory lane, singing unforgettable movie hits like Beauty and the Beast, Unchained Melody, Son of a Preacher Man, Fame and many more. Tickets range from R135 to R185.
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Details: The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, Corner Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde, 011 248 5000, www.goldreefcity.co.za
Sector Crime Forum meeting Residents of Haddon, Lindbergh Park, West Turffontein (including Bellavista), Turffontein, Turf Club, Forest Hill and Kenilworth are invited to attend a Sector 3 Crime Forum meeting on Wednesday 11 November. Taking place at the Dutch Reformed Church in Forest Hill at 05:30pm for 06:00pm, owners of businesses, chairpersons of NGOs, religious leaders, committee members of old age homes, principles of crèches and
schools living in the above-mentioned areas are also invited to attend. Details: Dutch Reformed Church, corner Koll and Minnaar Street, Forest Hill, contact Booysens SAPS Warrant Officer Lorraine van Emmerik on 011 433 5397, 079 892 9843 or email vanemmerikl@ saps.gov.za
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Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve events Get out into nature this November with several guided walks in the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. On Wednesday 18 November at 08:00am a mid-week walk will take place while a bird walk will be hosted on Saturday 21 November at 06:00am. On Sunday 22 November a social walk will take place at 08:00am. All guided walks last about three hours. Don’t forget good walking shoes, a hat, sun block, water and snacks. Binoculars are recommended for the bird walks.
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Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park, for bird walks contact Kevin Lavery on 083 267 3494 and for mid-week walks contact Ann Norton on 076 583 7946, www.klipriviersberg.org.za
Wheelz n Smoke presents Kingz and Queenz of Smoke 15, a spinning and drifting event of royal proportions. Taking place on Saturday 28 November at the Wheelz n Smoke Arena in Liefde-en-Vrede, this allday event will feature top male and female spinners in the country, as well as MC Vic Pardal.
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There will be food stalls at the event and families are also encouraged to bring their own braais and cooler boxes. Tickets cost R80 for adults and R40 for under-12-yearolds. Details: Wheelz n Smoke Arena, corner Kliprivier Drive and Kromvlei, Liefde-enVrede, contact Ndu Ngwenya on 076 554 5508
FUN DAY FOR THE AGED
Carols by candlelight
The Crown Gardens Recreation Centre and Clinic will host a fun day for the elderly on Friday 27 November. The Fun Day for the Aged will be held at Annie Burger Old Age Home for the residents of the three old age homes in Crown Gardens, and the aged from the community.
Betel Lofprysings Kerk will be hosting carols by candlelight on Saturday 21 November from 05:30pm on the rugby field of Laerskool Orion. Bring your own camping chairs, blankets and candles and enjoy the evening with singers Lisa Katzke and Hardus Hartzenberg. Food and drinks will be on sale. Entrance is free.
Details: If you would like to know more about the Fun Day for the Aged a n d how you could help, please feel free to give Shaheda a ring on 011 433 1036 or contact Firhana on 073 147 8652
Details: Laerskool Orion, 06 Toinette Street, Alberton, 011 869 3015, kantoor@ betel.co.za, DRIVING FOR DANCERS www.betel. The Liza Michelle School of Dancing co.za is hosting a golf day on Thursday 12 November in an effort to raise much needed funds for the studio’s New York 2016 dance tour. The event takes place at the Glenvista Country Club, and golfers are welcome to purchase ALBERTON/GERMISTON & JHB SOUTH a four-ball for R2 500, which includes green Tel: 011 862 8500 LISTING Fax: 086 611 2154 fees, halfway house and dinner. Great prizes E-mail: tessa@tametimes.co.za will be up for grabs. Hole sponsorships are
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During October, LCV Engineering Solutions situated in Alrode, Alberton celebrated cancer awareness month by selling cupcakes to raise funds for Cupcakes 4 Kids with Cancer. HR Manager Debbie Richards from LCV Engineering Solutions also went out of her way to double what the
company raised for those fighting cancer. LCV Engineering Solutions does not just aim for perfection in structural, mechanical, piping and platework, but also try to excel in every task they take on when it comes to charity and giving back. “When it comes to standing together,
LCV Engineering knows all about it, as we will continue to raise awareness for those battling with cancer,” says LCV Engineering Solutions receptionist Bianca Biccard.
Local entrepreneur creates Africa’s first YouTube With hard work, determination and in the pursuit of greatness, young entrepreneur and Mondeor resident Thabang Motloung has created Africa’s first YouTube, called The Best Entertainment (TBE) World Wide. “The name is inspired by the greatest boxer of all time, Floyd Mayweather, who calls himself TBE which stands for ‘The Best Ever.’ The platform already boasts videos of Lewis Hamilton, Trevor Noah, Richard Branson, P. Diddy and many more,” says Motloung. Motloung says that he’s still learning the ropes of being a technology entrepreneur, and presently his aim is to experiment and learn about global iconic technology companies and the roles that they play in our daily lives, including how they can help in the creation of real values in our lives and forming meaningful global business relationships. “I have to thank individuals like Siya Xuza, a friend of many years and an individual who always encourages me to pursuit meaningful entrepreneurship and to never allow people to box me,” says Motloung. “Another friend that has also inspired me is Demetri
Catrakilis, former fly half of the Western Province who’s now playing in France for Montepellier under Springbok World Cup winning coach Jake White. Watching his journey from high school, through to university and now international rugby has been the reason why I some day hope to inspire that one individual who thinks that their dreams are bigger than their capabilities,” he adds. Motloung would also like to acknowledge two former schoolfriends who inspired him through their success – Chris Froome, the first African-born cyclist to win the Tour De France, and Scott Speeding who is now playing for the French international rugby team. “The reason behind why these individuals h a v e inspired me was because in school, I felt like they were the underdogs, and these individuals have gone to make history, and it’s the same challenge that I face, being h i g h l y
NOTICE: Southern Suburbs Hindu Cultural Society wishes the Hindu community a Happy Diwali and a joyful New Year.
underestimated, which I don’t mind because what better than f r e e additional motivation on top of your own motivation?” Last year Motloung spent several days with American business magnate and politician Michael Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg L.P. and former Mayor of New York City, when he visited South Africa for a summit. “I remember him telling me that in business you have to create a business that adds value to people’s life, and the value that I am adding is through inspiration. Inspiration is one of the most powerful forces because to inspire is to touch someone’s life on a spiritual level,” believes Motloung. He adds, “Inspiration can never be subsidised by obstacles that one faces, inspiration can’t be stolen because it resides everywhere, and it is inspiration that allows individuals to realise their true, meaningful value. Like Siya always says, why reach for the sky when there are footprints on the moon?” Visit www.tbeworldwide.com for those who’d like to follow the journey.
INSPIRING: Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and entrepreneur Thabang Motloung
With crime on the rise in the community, Mondeor SAPS cautions domestic and garden workers to be vigilant. 1. Do not allow strangers on your premises without having properly identified the person first. For example, the person may pretend to be calling your employer using their cellphone. Do not allow people on the property if they ask for water or to use the bathroom. No one enters the property, no matter what. 2. Do not approach the people at the gate – it’s safer to be inside the house behind locked doors. When you are working in the garden, always close the gate. Never tell anyone that you are alone in the house. 3. Answer the phone – don’t let it automatically take a message. Simply tell callers at the gate or on the phone that your employers are busy right now; do not give them your name. 4. Make sure you know if someone is expected on the property. Always check with your employer before they leave whether they are expecting someone on the property. Please be informed that there are classes for domestic and gardeners to attend in order to be informed about crime trends. Domestic meetings are held in the various sectors on different days. Sector 1: Second Tuesday of every month at New South Vet, Biggersberg Street, Glenvista at 12:00 noon. Sector 1: Third Thursday of every month held in the Sector Crime Forum Office at Glenvista Shopping Centre, Biggarsberg Road, Glenvista at 10:00am. Sector 2: Second Tuesday of every month at Sasol Garage Swartgoud, Columbine Street, Mondeor at 10:00am. Sector 3: Second Wednesday of every month at Kibler Park Recreation, Peggy Vera Street, Kibler Park at 10:00am. Transport is available. For inquiries contact Michelle Pelser on 084 292 9144 or Sarah Wissler on 083 256 3453. Support our seniors Mondeor CPF and Moffatview CPF calls on the community to kindly assist in the sponsorship of goodie bags for its senior year-end function. The year-end function will take place on Tuesday 17 November for the 60 pensioners who form part of the Seniors On the Go Crime Prevention programme. Please contact Michelle Pelser on 084 292 9144 or email cpfmondeorsapsarea@gmail.com.
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CPF IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
On Saturday 31 October, the Community Policing Forum Mondeor Precinct hosted two successful events in the South. Hosted by CPF Mondeor Sector 1 and 3, a self defence for women workshop took place at Harvest Christian Fellowship in Mulbarton with experienced Captain Bouwer as instructor. At Dalmondeor Primary School, CPF Mondeor Sector 2 hosted a Carnival Day.
TRAFFIC ROBOTS INSTALLED AT CRITICAL INTERSECTION
NOTICE: ASSISTANCE NEEDED Detective Constable Lucky Tlhavani is asking for the community to please assist him with the whereabouts of the following suspect. The suspect was involved in an attempted business robbery that took place in February this year in the Turffontein area. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the suspect or knows how to contact the suspect please contact D/Cst Tlhavani on 011 433 5318. All information will be treated confidentially.
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DA WISHES THE HINDU COMMUNITY A HAPPY DIWALI Ward 56 Councillor Dennis Jane and the Democratic Alliance Boroang Branch Ward 56 extends its greetings and best wishes to the Hindu and Tamil community for the Diwali and New Year celebrations commencing on Wednesday 11 November. May each person and family have joyous and blessed greetings over this 2015 year harmonious celebrations. Let this year’s Festival of Lights illuminate your life with joy, peace and prosperity.
After a request by local residents, Ward 57 Councillor Faeeza Chame arranged, through Council, to have a set of traffic lights installed at the corner of Nephin and South Rand Road in South Hills. Since the presence of these robots, there has been a dramatic decrease in road incidents and crashes. For years the three-way stop at the corner of Nephin and South Rand Road in South Hills has put people’s lives in danger, as many drivers went through this intersection without slowing down. As a daily norm, residents would experience “near misses”. Vehicle crashes have taken place there where people have been injured. Because an unofficial culture was created of people not completely stopping at the previous threeway stop street, road rage often erupted between those motorists who did indeed respect the stop sign and those who did not.
“I received an email from the resident that had requested a robot at this intersection who expressed her satisfaction and thanks that the much needed robot was erected only two weeks after making the request,” said Cllr Chame. She added that such emails make her job worthwhile. Member of Parliament for Johannesburg South Manny de Freitas said that immediately addressing the needs of residents and the community at large means that a small problem does not become a big one. “A prime example is this matter, where our councillor did not allow the issue to develop further by putting people in continued danger,” explained de Freitas. De Freitas congratulated and thanked Cllr Chame for the tenacious and dedicated manner in which she approaches issues in the community.
LEFT: Cllr Faeeza Chame and Member of Parliament for Johannesburg South Manny de Freitas stand at the recently installed traffic lights at the corner of Nephin and South Rand Road in South Hills
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CALISTO’S TREATS KIDS
LITTLE TRICKSTERS AT GLENVISTA SHOPPING CENTRE A group of little three- to four-year-old tricksters from The Learn Inn visited Glenvista Shopping Centre on Friday 30 October for their trick or treat excursion
Kids from the baking club at Mulbarton Remedial School (MRS) had the opportunity to visit Calisto’s Portuguese Restaurant in Gillview for a hands-on burger lesson. “Calisto’s Manager Breeze was very accommodating,” says Denise Fernandes of MRS. “The children had a wonderful time making their own burgers. I would like to thank Calisto’s for having us there and for the fabulous service,” adds Fernandes.
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STUDENT’S PLEA TO MAYOR PARKS TAU A Grade 10 pupil from a local school has been presented with the opportunity to travel to the UK or the USA for an educational tour. This opportunity came as a reward for being one of the top achieving learners in her grade this year. “It is a new initiative that has been brought into the student’s high school, as in the past, top achievers were seldom acknowledged,” says the student, who wished to remain anonymous. “I would like to ask Mayor Tau if there is any way I could get assistance with regards to the finances involved with this trip. My mother is currently unemployed and unable to even pay the deposit required to secure my place on this tour. I feel that I have worked hard to be ranked with the best and therefore deserve this award,” notes the pupil. “I am fully aware that he is an extremely busy man, however, this is an urgent matter as a deposit of R8 000 is due by the end of this month. I would like to ask if there is any way I can be assisted with raising the funds – a total of R42 000, excluding pocket money for the trip,” she adds. If anyone would like to assist, please contact the student on 083 480 9253.
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MERITS: (Back row from left) Hayley Holwill, Kukosha Molefe, Zama Thusi, Ms Helen de Wet, Megan Francis, Marissa Leicher, Roxanne da Costa (absent Nicole Frew). DISTINCTIONS: (Front row from left) Amber Maxted, Aruni Soobramoney, Mbali Langa, Chloe de Wet, Busi Radebe (absent Erin Cusack)
TOP STUDENTS HONOURED Marist Brothers Linmeyer held their final Sports and Cultural Awards morning for 2015 on Thursday 22 October. The school is proud of all the trophy winners and all the other pupils who received awards. WINNERS: (Back row from left) Hayley Holwill, Amber Maxted, Nicola Yap, Jeremie Mbenza, Colin Hugo, Kiera Hurford, Jo-Ash Govender, Michael Beck, (middle row from left) Vishalan Naidoo, Calvin Santos, Emshareed Botes, Imraan Arenz, Jessica San, Carina de Freitas, Connor Gunning, (front row from left) Mikael Thomas, Danica Tam, Trisha Dhana, Kyra Odendaal, Ashleigh Ho, Joshua Oomen
Page 9 On Friday 25 September, 13 Marist Brothers Linmeyer learners undertook to do an International Performance Certificate with Trinity College, London. An examiner from London came to Marist Brothers Linmeyer and examined the candidates. The examiner was enormously impressed by the standard of work and loved the dynamic and honest pieces that the students presented. For this examination, a continuous performance programme must be mounted by the candidate, where they may direct another candidate to assist them, but they are assessed on their performance work alone. The students presented items ranging across a wide variety of performance styles, including monologues, duologues, musical theatre, physical theatre and poetry. On Friday 09 October, it was confirmed that six candidates had achieved a distinction for this prestigious examination, while seven were awarded merits. This examination is offered at an international level and places the learners on a par with excellent performers overseas. Marist Brothers Linmeyer would like to congratulate the students and commend them on achieving such outstanding results.
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Down with illegal dumping
GREEN Candace King candace.king@tametimes.co.za The community has expressed concern regarding the high level of refuse, rubble and litter dumping throughout many of the suburbs in the South. Recently there has been an increase in illegal dumping cases, namely along Kliprivier Drive, Swartkoppies Road and in the Kibler Park area. Various members from the community have provided tame TIMES with information and photographs of the culprits who are blatantly and illegally dumping material in open spaces within the South. CLEANING UP YOUR ACT: CoJ and SOJO launched a campaign Positively, several local individuals and organisations to stop illegal dumping along Kliprivier Drive are working alongside the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) not only to clean up the community but to also raise illegal adverts. We awareness about illegal dumping. Last year, CoJ and SOJO Business and Tourism, under commend the children w h o the Kliprivier Urban Biodiversity Corridor (KUBiC) from Forest Hill Primary undertook to beautify a section of the w a l l initiative, formed a joint operation to come up with a and committed to looking after the trees,” explains solution to stop illegal dumping along Kliprivier Drive. “The task at hand is a large one and requires a Vakaloudis. sustainable plan which we have broken down into “Sustainability means that all the adverts are currently manageable deliverables. We are pleased to report this being removed and replaced with biodiversity artwork. We are grateful to Hyper Paint for sponsoring all the success story,” says SOJO CEO Nicky Vakaloudis. On 08 November 2014, the joint operation, consisting paint and the artist. SOJO workers are also ensuring of various CoJ departments, Thaba Eco Hotel, KUBiC daily that litter is picked up outside these premises, and SOJO with the assistance of local ward councillors, closing all gaps of possible further deterioration. security companies and community role players, Furthermore, SOJO will work together with the local undertook to care for an area which continuously sees residents to create a neighbourhood watch in the area, the lawlessness of people who disregard authority and providing the platform for ownership and pride,” adds Vakaloudis. have no respect for the environment. The identified area required thorough cleaning of household litter, grass-cutting, education on recycling, waste management and educating on health implications for the local residents. The day proved successful, says Vakaloudis, as it was mostly spent picking up litter, cutting grass and planting some trees on the pavement to help with the beautification of the area. “Sustainability is the magic word and this year on 23 September, the same team invested in the visibility of the KUBiC initiative going forward. We planted 50 citrus trees inside the Councilo w n e d apartments, picked up 200 bags TOP RIGHT: Perpetrators caught on camera dumping used oil along Kliprivier Drive of litter and BOTTOM: The KUBiC initiative undertook to clean up the Council-owned flats on Kliprivier Drive painted over
KICKING ILLEGAL DUMPING TO THE CURB: A pilot project has been launched to eradicate illegal dumping
SOJO is committed, and excited to continue delivering measurable outcomes until there is no more dumping along Kliprivier Drive. “Please come on board and help us sustain this journey. Alone we make a small difference; together we create possibilities – cleanliness is next to Godliness,” says Vakaloudis. In another anti-dumping success story, Ward 56 Councillor Dennis Jane called a meeting with Pikitup and the Health Department in order to try to solve this escalating problem. “The purpose of the meeting was to develop a pilot project that would encourage residents not to dump,” says Cllr Jane. A small area of Rosettenville bounded by Geranium, Lawn, Petunia and High Streets was to be monitored. Initially a survey was done on how many residences had 140-litre bins and if flats within the area had sufficient bins. This was followed by a door-to-door visit by Pikitup and Enviro Health staff talking to residents and delivering pamphlets aimed at using refuse bins and not dumping. Where refuse bins
were needed they will be supplied, notes Cllr Jane. While the door-to-door was being undertaken, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo cleaned the section of Oberholzer Park contained in the target area. “There will be ongoing monitoring and if the park and target area remain cleaner than the rest of the area the bin project will be expanded,” says Cllr Jane. For more information on how to help these various clean-up initiatives, contact Nicky Vakaloudis on 082 481 8746 or 011 493 7880 or email nicky@sojo.co.za. Alternatively, contact Cllr Dennis Jane on 011 435 2627 or 083 701 8856 or email dkjane@global.co.za.
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JOY AT JAFTA RETIREMENT VILLAGE
On Friday 23 October, Member of Parliament for Johannesburg South Manny de Freitas and Ward 56 Councillor Dennis Jane visited the Jafta Retirement Village. De Freitas said that this visit reinforced the perception that he had had from his last visit to the place – that of a well-managed and caring retirement village. De Freitas said that it was clear that the residents of Jafta are made to feel comfortable, are well looked after and are treated with the respect that they deserve. “All too often one hears horror stories of how our senior folk are treated with disrespect and abused,” explained de Freitas, “but in the case of Jafta, all residents enjoy the highest quality of treatment in every way.” De Freitas said that this was clear from his walkabout
and interaction with the residents. Cllr Jane expressed concern at the low occupancy rate, which is about 75% instead of the required 95% – making it very difficult for Jafta to break even. Monthly expenses are at just under R1million; presently they are around R200 000 short every month. “Increasing the occupancy would close this shortfall,” he explained. De Freitas said that if more people knew about Jafta and the high standard of services it offers more applications would be forthcoming. “I hope our visit will be the start of this much needed publicity that Jafta needs,” he added. Cllr Dennis Jane said that despite the excellent services offered, Jafta’s rates continue to be very competitive and to beat those of most similar homes in the city.
Neville Peters is no stranger to our column and he brought up the important subject of pensioner rates rebates. Once again I turned to the internet and referred to the City of Johannesburg’s website for all the details. Provided you meet certain criteria – your property value cannot exceed R2million, you are the owner and living on the property and at least 60 years old, then from the ages of 60 to 69 if your gross monthly earnings are less than R7 850 a month, you may claim a 100% rebate. Pensioners whose income is higher than this but less than R13 458 a month may claim a 50% rebate. A 100% rebate is available if you are over the age of 70 and meet the same criteria. Those are the simplified and broad guidelines, but you must provide documentary evidence of your income (use a tax return) and complete a
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