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LAVENDER HILL

Planting seeds of hope RACINE EDWARDES RACINE.EDWARDES@MEDIA24.COM @RAEEDWARDES

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he Village Growers are making a mark in their community; turning a space known for anti-social behaviour into a place of hope.

The group, which is made up of about 10 men from Lavender Hill, has developed their knowledge of plants to transform a once rundown park in St Andrews Road. After removing burnt tires and litter from the grounds, they began a vegetable garden, started a small worm farm, built a chicken coop and planted trees to beautify the space.

Leanne Reid is the founder of Learning in Reach, a non-profit organisation (NPO) that provides foundational educational support in disadvantaged communities. Reid explains how she met the group while assisting a local teacher to set up an early childhood development centre adjacent to the park.

“We met the Village Growers when they started greening just a corner of the park, at about the same time that we began setting up the centre in this building in March last year,” she says.

“Their whole focus is really to green this park and make it really beautiful.

“Last Mandela Day (18 July), we got some funding and brought in someone to teach them to do worm farming; so the worm farming can then feed compost into the green space.

“They also started some vegetable gardening and they built these vegetable boxes themselves. But their main focus up until now has been getting the soil right,” Reid adds.

Denver Spiers, a member of the Village Growers, says: “We started to form Village Growers and it took us about a year.”

He adds that most of them were unemployed at the time.

Fellow group member Mario Leonard adds: “We were sitting here and thinking, ‘Can’t we do something here? Look how ugly this place looks; every day we sit in this mess.’

“So then we started cleaning and cleaning, and now it looks like this.”

Spiers explains that their initiative has brought about a change in the community.

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Gilliano Johnson of the Village Growers shows a boy from the adjacent ECD centre how to plant a slip from a tree.

“There were heaps of rubble here; people would just come and dump, so we’ve banned them from dumping here. Then, after planting that first tree, we never looked back,” Spiers says.

Reid came on board shortly after they began their work, assisting them to formalise the project and find backing.

Jenny Louw, the author of the blog Earth Artist and a garden landscaper, is also involved in the project. She assists and con-

sults with the group on ways to landscape the park.

On Thursday 17 September, the City of Cape Town did their part to contribute towards the greening of the park.

Jan Botes, coordinator for the City’s nursery in Newlands, told People’s Post that the City donated four types of trees to the park in celebration of Arbor Month.

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The tree-planting event was one of three held in Lavender Hill, and many more around the city, during Arbor Month.

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PEOPLE'S POST Tuesday, 29 September 2020

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The City’s library and information service is continuing with the gradual phased-in opening of the libraries for the drop-andcollect service, subject to the applicable alert level one regulations.

There will be a demarcated drop zone at each of the City’s 54 libraries where patrons can place their library material. The material returned will be quarantined for 72 hours and will thus remain on the patron’s card for this period, before it is handled by library staff and returned on the system. Patrons will still be allowed to borrow 20 items at a time for 30 days.

Zahid Badroodien, Mayco member for community services and health, explains.

“There should be a balance between the gradual reopening of libraries and the protection of community members and staff so as to minimise the risk of exposure to Covid-19,” he says.

“We would like to once again request patrons to adhere to the prescribed health and safety protocols when visiting libraries.”

Badroodien says unfortunately libraries are still being targeted by vandals.

“Recently, the Heideveld Library fell victim to a burglary. It appears that the suspects gained access to the library through the roof. Copper water pipes were stolen out of the roof, resulting in excessive water damage. The exact cause of the damage is being investigated. The loss of books is estimated at R30 000 and the estimated cost of water extraction is R10 000,” he says.

Badroodien condemns the incident. He says theft and vandalism deprive residents of an opportunity to read and learn. He appeals to the community to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour near local libraries.

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HERITAGE DAY

Celebrating the rainbow nation SAMANTHA LEE-JACOBS @Samantha_Lee121

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nnually on 24 September, the nation comes together around a braai to celebrate the uniqueness, diversity and range of cultures that make up South Africa.

Heritage Day commemorates cultural tradition, oral history, performance, ritual, popular memory, skills and techniques, indigenous knowledge systems and the holistic approach to nature and society and social relationships – all aspects of “living heritage” which makes up the nation’s cultures and diversity. According to the national government: “Living heritage plays an important role in promoting cultural diversity, social cohesion, reconciliation, peace and economic development. In every community there are living human treasures who possess a high degree of knowledge, skills and history pertaining to different aspects of diverse living heritage. It is therefore important for South Africans to reclaim, restore and preserve these various aspects of living heritage to accelerate the use of living heritage to address challenges communities are facing today.”

People’s Post polled residents about their Heritage Day celebrations and what the day means to them.

Candice Albertyn says growing up all over South Africa has shaped her own family traditions.

“I have seen so many places. I am lucky for that. I hope the same for my children and grandchildren because there is so much to see and so many cultures in South Africa. To celebrate it is important. Every year, we try to make themes for the day. Last year we did Indian and ate home-made bunnychows and this year it was Cape Malay,” she says.

Mark Vos says Heritage Day is a good opportunity to get together with family.

“I wouldn’t say we actually think about the importance of the day, but we do come together as a family and braai and enjoy each other’s company. Braai is part of South African culture so I guess we do celebrate,” says Vos. “This is actually the first public holiday in 2020 that we could celebrate because the rest were all on hard lockdown, so we’re making the most of it.”

For Andrea Paulsen this was the first time in a long time that she had seen her extended family. “With it now being level one (of lockdown), my family from other provinces came to visit for a long weekend. I am happy to celebrate this day with them,” she says.

For many, the #JerusalemaChallenge formed part of their celebrations in line with president Cyril Ramaphosa’s call to residents to participate.

From backyard braais to community events, the song rang clear across the nation with some even throwing in their own variations in music and dance moves.

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PEOPLE'S POST Tuesday, 29 September 2020

Joint initiative ‘adopts’ elderly residents A group of medical students from the University of Cape Town (UCT) are keeping elderly citizens company during the national lockdown – from a safe distance.

The initiative, known as Adopt a Granny/ Grandpa, is the work of the student-led UCT Surgical Society (SurgSoc), in partnership with social housing provider Communicare.

During the earlier stages of the lockdown, Communicare approached SurgSoc after the students had run a successful vaccination education campaign with elderly residents. The students jumped at the opportunity, this time by providing elderly residents with companionship during the lockdown.

“This initiative is a unique opportunity to give back and assist our fellow community members (during the) lockdown,” said Alana Williams, SurgSoc’s head of social events and outreach, and a fifth-year medical student.

When the ongoing initiative was launched in July, Communicare paired volunteers and

residents based on common interests and values. Volunteers were also provided with a list of guiding questions, tips and techniques to assist them with making weekly phone calls to their paired granny or grandpa.

Williams added that if volunteers are worried about the health and well-being of their paired grandparent, Communicare is available for additional assistance.

Chanelle Pretorius, another student volunteer, said that the greatest lesson she has learnt from her adopted grandpa is the value of family. “Nothing cheered him up more than speaking about his children and grandchildren. I could almost hear him beaming with pride,” she said.

Pretorius, who is a fourth-year medical student, wanted to volunteer in the hopes that she could help ease the suffering of elderly people during lockdown. She said the loneliness many older people face has been exacerbated by the pandemic, and those who do have

caring families have been cut off from their support systems. And while Pretorius hoped that the initiative would provide her with an opportunity to uplift her adopted grandparent, she found herself receiving “heaps of joy and upliftment” in return.

The students hope that the initiative will continue even after lockdown restrictions have been lifted.

Williams said that SurgSoc wants to increase the number of student volunteers and would like to branch out into other projects that enhance the health and well-being of elderly people.

SurgSoc was established in 2006 and is affiliated with the department of surgery at Groote Schuur Hospital.

It is a group of over 600 medical students who have a passion for surgery, research and outreach. Before the pandemic, their activities included arranging talks, workshops, research projects and outreach initiatives.

STEENBERG | RETREAT | HEATHFIELD

Theft of gate motors rises RACINE EDWARDES racine.edwardes@media24.com

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new crime trend has reared its head between June and September – Steenberg police have received an alarming number of reports of gate motors being stolen from residential properties.

“Due to an increase in cases relating to the theft of gate motors in the Steenberg policing precinct, residents of Steenberg, Retreat, Heathfield and surrounding areas are urged to be more cautious,” reads a statement from the station.

According to Steenberg police spokesperson Wesley Twigg, suspects use bolt cutters to break the lock on the motor covering and

an iron pole to break the entire structure out of the ground.

“According to analyses, this crime takes place between 22:00 and 04:00 in the morning.”

Jade Hanning, Cape Town south district manager at Fidelity ADT, says the most common occurrence once the motors are stolen is for the thieves to sell them for quick cash.

A quick scroll through OLX and Gumtree revealed that these motors can fetch anything from R1 500 to almost R4 000 second-hand.

“Stolen gate motors are either stripped down and its various components (batteries, gearboxes) sold individually or they are sold as complete units to unsuspecting homeowners by these ‘access automation bandits’ as they are often referred to.”

Gate motors are an essential part of home security. Ensure yours is safe from criminals, advises Fidelity ADT. PHOTO: RACINE EDWARDES

Hanning adds that perimeter security is an important element of the home and security measures to keep residents safe. “This includes your electric gate (and, of course, the gate’s motor). We recommend that residents make sure the gates and gate motors are properly secured. Your electric gate should be one of the first perimeter deterrents to protect you from crime,” he says.

As an expert in safety and security, Hanning offers some useful tips for safeguarding your gate motor against theft and your property against home invasion: . Ensure that your gate motor is secured in a steel casing or bracket that is not easily accessible from outside. Opportunistic suspects often just place their hands through the gate if the motor is not secured or installed right next to a palisade-type gate. They are then able to switch the gate to manual and access your property. . Make use of a good-quality lock to secure the motor’s theft-resistant cage. Preferably opt for an insurance-rated padlock. . Install adequate anti-lift brackets or weld a piece of flat bar onto the gate rack to prevent thieves from bending the rack upwards. . Combine mechanical anti-theft systems, such as traditional theft-resistant cages, with electronic notification devices, for example, sound bombs and GSM units (a wireless security alarm) which are able to send notifications to users when the device’s inputs are triggered.

Police urge second-hand dealers and the community at large not to buy these stolen items from anyone, and to report any suspicious sales to the police.

Hanning adds: “We need to do our bit to reduce crime by making it harder for the criminals. Safeguard your gate motors.”

V Anyone with any information about a similar incident can contact Steenberg police on 021 702 9000, Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the My SAPS app.

Weather damage adds to ECDs’ money woes RACINE EDWARDES racine.edwardes@media24.com August’s severe rains were the second blow dealt to early development centres (ECD) which had already lost five months’ worth of income by the time the bad weather arrived. Now, with many of them attempting to reopen, they are faced with having to raise funds to start up and to repair the damage.

According to the project director and chief executive officer at Learning in Reach, Leanne Reid, only half of the ECD centres in the greater Lavender Hill area have been able to reopen since the court ruling on Monday 6 July that allowed ECD centres to do so. The organisation, which is focused on foundational education support, works with many centres in under-resourced communities. One of these centres is Nawaal Jacobs’s Small Beginners ECD in Seawinds. She runs the centre from a Wendy house on her property, educating children predominantly

from Overcome Heights and Vrygrond informal settlements. Jacobs has over 20 years of childcare and homecare experience. Having trained in education up until 2015, she opened the ECD in January 2016 and later began specialised training.

“I started with three kids and then it just progressed until I had to get a bungalow for 25 and two assistants – beautiful assistants with the mannerisms I need. Then I went for Montessori training and I completely and utterly fell in love with it and now I’m practising Montessori (a learning approach focused on exploration, movement and repetition).”

With Jacobs, like many others, having struggled through the lockdown without earning an income, she deliberated over the financial viability of reopening her centre.

But despite being low on funds for the centre, the call to serve and care for the children in her own community is stronger than money. She is determined to reopen her small centre to children and families who are des-

perate to return, but she is in need of materials to repair her leaking roof.

Learning in Reach has assisted 15 ECD centres to reopen to date by providing the required personal protective equipment, and Reid hopes Small Beginners will be able to get the additional assistance it needs.

Reid says quality ECD is critically important for the development of young minds and adds that the country is now in financial crisis following the lockdown as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. She says investors can never go wrong with education.

“We have to rebuild. Investing in quality ECD will have the greatest return on investment and is the most effective way to repair our broken economy and society. Repairing a roof and getting children back into the care of teachers like Nawaal is the first small step and we appeal to donors to assist and get support.”

V To assist Small Beginners, email: donations@learninginreach.org.za.

CRIME WRAP V Lavender Hill: On Thursday 6 August at about 00:45, Steenberg crime prevention unit arrested a 27-year-old man for the possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition in Hek Street. They found the suspect to be in possession of a black firearm with serial number 1292634, one .22 round ammunition and one magazine during a stop-and- search operation.

V Steenberg: A 31-year-old man was shot and killed in a shooting incident in Mozart Street at about 20:00 on Friday 14 August.

An investigation by Steenberg police is under way. According to reports, the deceased was walking in the street when a silver vehicle passed him and occupants started shooting at him. He was shot in his abdomen and buttocks and was taken to a medical facility. He succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital. A case of murder was opened. The suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.

V Lavender Hill: A 21-year-old man was shot and killed, and a 29-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman were shot and wounded in a shooting incident in Sheperd Way at about 18:15 on Saturday 15 August.

An investigation by Steenberg police is under way. According to reports, the victims were standing on the corner when four unknown suspects started shooting at them.

The victims were transported to a medical facility. One victim succumbed to his injuries in the ambulance. The suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested. Cases of murder and attempted murder were opened.

Later, at about 21:30 in Chapel Road, an 18-year-old man was shot and killed in an unrelated incident. It is alleged the deceased was walking in the street when he was approached by two unknown suspects on foot who fired multiple shots at him.

The victim died on the scene. The motive for the shooting is believed to be gang-related. The suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested. A case of murder is under investigation.

V Retreat: On Saturday 15 August at 18:30, a 50-year-old man was shot and wounded.

The incident occurred in Eleventh Avenue.

It is alleged that the victim was walking in the street when three unknown suspects started shooting at him. The victim ran and collapsed in a yard in Eleventh Avenue. The motive for the shooting is unknown. The suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.

V Retreat: On Sunday 16 August at about 03:20, police were called to a scene in Volksang Road where a body was found with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim is a 33-year-old, unknown man. A case of murder was opened for investigation. The suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.

V Lavender Hill: On Wednesday 26 August at about 00:45, Steenberg crime prevention unit arrested a 40-year-old man for the possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition in Arundel Court. The suspect fled when he saw police but was apprehended shortly after and found to be in possession of a .38 special firearm with the serial number filed off and five rounds of ammunition.

V St Montague Village: On Friday 28 August at about 11:35, Steenberg police arrested a 17-year-old man for the possession of Mandrax in St Agnes Street. During stopand-search operations, and patrols, officers noticed the man walking in the street and decided to search him. While searching him they found 46 Mandrax tablets in his possession with an estimated street value of R1 500.

V Cafda: On Friday 28 August at around 23:00, the Steenberg crime prevention unit executed a search warrant at a premises in Komlossy Street and arrested a 36-year-old man for the possession of a consignment of drugs. Police found 39 packets of tik, 14 whole Mandrax tablets, 52 half Mandrax tablets, five packets of crushed Mandrax powder, 105 stops dagga and an undisclosed amount of cash.

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PEOPLE'S POST Tuesday, 29 September 2020

Maintaining good oral health Working from home or being in lockdown for extended periods of time may have seen many forgetting to brush their hair or teeth for one or five days – no judgement.

But in light of World Oral Health month which is observed annually in September, the importance of good oral health and hygiene at home is vital to ensure that your gums stay healthy, smile stays bright and your teeth stay white.

The Covid-19 pandemic has created delays for many families requiring dental services at all provincial health facilities.

Currently, dental healthcare is limited to emergency and urgent dental problems from severe dental pain, injury to the mouth, complications from previous dental treatment or swelling of dental or facial areas.

A quick trip to the dentist to resolve a pesky dental problem might have been an easy task pre-Covid-19, but during the pandemic, government facility dentists had to immediately scale down on services to slow the spread of the virus.

“The mouth is the opening to the body and pathogens find their way in via the mouth and Covid-19 is no exception,” says Dr Mansoor Mohamed, dentist at Hanover Park Community Day Centre.

“Maintaining oral health is an important factor in overall health, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic,” says Mohamed, urging people to “pay extra attention” to the health of their mouths.

“As a dentist, I always encourage good oral health education by sharing and reiterating the importance of practising the top five oral health pledges which can assist in alleviating and avoiding dental complications in the future,” he says.

Below are the five pledges to ensure good

oral health.

Brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste This is by far the most effective pledge you can make to improve your oral health.

Brushing twice a day not only makes sure you are brushing off plaque and bacteria from your teeth and gums, but the fluoride in toothpaste means that your teeth stay protected throughout the day.

For children up to three years old, use a smear of toothpaste with fluoride and after three years old we recommend using a peasized amount of toothpaste. Parents should supervise the dental care of their children until the age of seven.

Cut down on sugary foods and drinks, and snack healthier Drink plenty of water and cut down on how much and how often you have sugary foods and drinks. Keep sugar consumption to mealtimes. This will reduce the time your teeth are under acid attack. For many, the secret to tackling snacking is not to cut it out altogether but to simply snack healthier.

Clean between your teeth You might think it is unnecessary, but whilst brushing your teeth is vital; your toothbrush can’t reach everywhere. Floss or interdental brushes get between your teeth.

By leaving these areas untouched, they can become a breeding ground for plaque which can cause both tooth decay and gum disease.

Visit the dentist Maintaining regular visits to your dental team will always be important. During this period of uncertainty, it is best to always check before any appointments that you have by phoning ahead. Be prepared for your appointment to either be delayed or cancelled.

Dr Mansoor Mohamed, dentist at Hanover Park CDC, with Silvertown Clinic’s Oral Hygienest, Tania Woodman.

Keeping good personal hygiene One of the most important things to remember is that doing these things and being as hygienic as possible doesn’t just help protect you, but it also protects those around you. . Change your toothbrush regularly. . Sharing is not caring: never share a toothbrush. . Clean and disinfect your bathroom regularly.

Dr Ryan Müller provides oral interventions in a mobile dental clinic.

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ORAL HEALTH

Mobile clinic spreads the FUN RACINE EDWARDES racine.edwardes@media24.com

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ental surgeon Dr Ryan Müller continues to make oral health fun – especially for the youth of the Cape – by way of his nonprofit organisation (NPO), the F.U.N. Project.

The F.U.N. Project – which stands for Functional Understanding through Nurturing – provides services within the education and health industry to primary and foundation phase learners at schools across Cape Town.

According to Dr Müller, a healthy mouth is important for speech, communication and to create confidence and give one the ability to socialise without fear or shame.

Oral hygiene promotes all three of these important developments in a young person’s life.

To “drive” his message home, Dr Müller runs a mobile, state-of-the-art dental clinic from the back of an Iveco van sponsored by Colgate.

The idea of the “full stationary fixed clinic” was initially to provide dental services to busy people on medical aids who couldn’t find the time to get to the dentist, thus losing their benefits.

But, he says: “Then I thought about pushing the project to the government health sector and this is why I created The F.U.N. Project.”

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) graduate, contract worker and parttime clinical supervisor adds: “With all that I have done, I’m in the position where I feel the provision of this service can be done.”

And the mission became clear: to provide healthcare services to those in need, in a country where service delivery in the health sector is compromised.

Kelly van der Vent and Jodi Müller, the directors of The F.U.N. Project, share this vision.

In partnership with the 9 Miles Project, a coastal initiative that works with at-risk youth in informal settlements, Dr Müller has provided oral hygiene education and dental intervention to children in need. Colgate is also a fundamental collaborator.

“I coordinate the Bright Smile, Bright Futures programme that Colgate runs; it’s an international oral health programme aimed at foundation phase learners. I’ve worked with many Western Cape schools on behalf of Colgate,” Dr Müller explains.

During these lessons, he teaches learners how to brush their teeth, why it is important to do so, as well as educating them on which foods are good and bad for their teeth.

“The best part about it is that I was blessed to do this three years in a row and, visiting all the schools again, you get to see the progress – the kids are excited and the older ones get to teach the younger ones the songs. It becomes something they know; and you want good habits to become the trend.”

While the work they have done over the past three years has shown an improvement in oral healthcare, the dream is to upscale to cater to more people and people in areas with little access to healthcare services.

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PEOPLE'S POST Tuesday, 29 September 2020

The District Six Museum has been operating for the past 26 years.

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he District Six Museum will be able to keep its doors open – at least for the next three months, thanks to donations from patrons and much-needed financial relief from the provincial department of cultural affairs and sport (DCAS).

The museum recently announced its struggle to survive and appealed to patrons to intervene (“Plea to keep museum’s doors open,” People’s Post, 15 September).

Their cries did not fall on deaf ears with the provincial department pledging to donate more than R330 000.

Provincial minister Anroux Marais says: “We are happy to announce the District Six Museum’s application for the department of cultural affairs and sport relief funding was successful and is now in the process of receiving R334 109,62 to assist in keeping its doors open to continue sharing the community’s history and contribution to our

democratic society as experienced today.”

Marais adds that while the museum is not affiliated to the department in terms of the Museums Ordinance No. 8 of 1975, it is a valuable stakeholder and champion of cultural heritage conservation and social inclusivity in the province.

Museums in the province have been hard hit by the lockdown and suffered major financial losses.

To ensure that museums in the province were able to access relief funding, Marais approved the Cultural Affairs Covid-19 Relief Funding Strategy 2020/’21.

Accordingly, the relief strategy made available R1 305 544 to ensure the business continuity of museums in the province during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.

According to Marais DCAS currently supports 31 affiliated museums across the province and remains committed to assisting these museums through annual subsidies, grant-in-aid and the secondment of personnel.

Chrischené Julius, acting director of the museum, says they are grateful for the financial relief and can breathe a sigh of relief at least for the next three months.

“We are also thankful to everyone who has adhered to our plea for financial contributions and we would appreciate it if they continue to do so,” she says.

Julius says with the move to alert level one of the lockdown, and the significant easing of regulations, they hope for more visitors.

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“We are still cautious because the health and safety of our employees and that of visitors is important to us, but we are looking forward to welcoming visitors again, especially international visitors too,” Julius adds.

The museum is currently operating three days a week and through bookings only.

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Wheels in motion for bike bus event Visitors are encouraged to respect penguins, and view them from a distance, as Boulders Beach reopens.

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COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS

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outh African National Parks (Sanparks) marked its Heritage Day celebrations on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 September by opening access to four parks that have remained closed since the start of the national lockdown.

Silvermine Gate 1 situated within the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) was officially reopened on Wednesday, while Boulders Beach, as well as Oudekraal and Newlands picnic sites were reopened on Thursday.

“Rangers will be positioned at entry points to check that visitors are compliant with Covid-19 reg-

ulations stipulated by the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC),” reads a statement by Sanparks.

Sanparks encourages all visitors to maintain social distancing by at least 1.5 m at all times. Visitors are required to wear their masks at all times – no masks mean no entry.

In addition, the following protocols have been put in place at each park: Silvermine . Gate entry times will be 07:00 to 18:00, with exit time at 19:00, daily. . Limitations of visitor num-

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Since licensed gambling constitutes a legitimate business operation, moral objections for or against gambling will not be considered by the Board.An objection that merely states that one is opposed to gambling without much substantiation will not be viewed with much favour. You are hereby encouraged to read the Act and learn more about the Board’s powers and the matters pursuant to which objections may be lodged.These are outlined in Sections 28, 30, 31 and 35 of the Act. Members of the public can obtain a copy of the objection guidelines, which are an explanatory guide through the legal framework governing the lodgement of objections and the Board’s adjudication procedures. The objection guidelines are accessible from the Board’s website at www.wcgrb.co.za and copies can also be made available on request.The Board will consider all comments and objections lodged on or before the closing date during the adjudication of the application.

In the case of written objections to an application, the grounds on which such objections are founded must be furnished.Where comment in respect of an application is furnished, full particulars and facts to substantiate such comment must be provided.The name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the objection or offering the comment must also be provided. Comments or objections must reach the Board by no later than16:00 on Tuesday, 20 October 2020.

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Boulders . Entry times at Boulders will be 08:00 to 16:00. . The curio shop will be open for these times as well. . Visitors will be screened upon entry. . Limitations for the boardwalks are 45 people at any given time with a maximum of 45 people on the beach. . Visitors are requested to respect penguins and to remain on the boardwalk at all times.

Newlands and Oudekraal picnic sites . These two picnic sites were open for Heritage Day only and will reopen again on Thursday 1 October. . Entry times at Newlands and Oudekraal will be 08:00 to 16:00. . Visitors will be screened upon entry. . Newlands will take a maximum of 350 people while Oude­kraal will take a maximum of 250 people. . Free-standing braai gas stoves are not permitted at the picnic sites. Guests should make use of the existing braai facilities. . No alcohol and no gazebos permitted on site.

“We kindly request all visitors to pick up their litter after use.

For the love of nature, take only photos and leave only footprints,” the statement concludes.

Showing support for the Bike Bus initiative, a group of community activists and political leaders will unite to cycle from Woodstock to the Cape Town CBD on Thursday 1 October.

The event, which also marks the start of Transport Month in the Western Cape, hopes to create awareness around Bike Bus – a unique transport alternative in operation in the city. It operates much like a bus would, with a set route, a bike bus leader “driver” and stops along the way where passengers can join and peel off, depending on their final destination.

Green transport advocate Mikhail Manuel, one of the organisers of the event, says while there is no clear end in sight to the urban rail problem, the Bike Bus is an immediately implementable solution.

“The transport sector is the second biggest contributor to GHG emissions in the Western Cape and the failed Metrorail system has worsened the climate change problem by contributing significantly to increased congestion and carbon emissions. Bike Bus has the potential to shift mobility at a city scale,” Manuel says.

The organisers of the event include Manuel, Open Streets managing director Kirsten Wilkins, Young Urbanist coordinator Sean Dayton, and climate change activist Traverse Le Goff. Together they have gathered a group of individuals passionate about climate change mitigation and transport justice who will be joining them on Thursday.

Among those in attendance will be premier Alan Winde; Mayco member for transport, Felicity Purchase; the City’s transport portfolio chair, Angus Mackenzie; Cape Town Bicycle mayor Lebogang Mokwena; cycling expert Gail Jennings; Green Cape transport lead Wilberforce Chege, and Open Streets Purchase says the City has a model share of 1% currently for cycling.

“In terms of the average with international standards, we wish to achieve 8% over the next few years.

European countries like Denmark have as much as 80%.”

She says the City is investing cycle paths across the city.

“In terms of our congestion strategy, we need to encourage cycling, not only from the sport and recreational point of view, but from a commuting point of view. This will reduce, to a limited extent, the number of vehicles, but also improve the health and well-being of our citizens.”

Open Streets Cape Town has initiated numerous Bike Buses across Cape Town to support daily commuting as well as its Open Streets Days with buses reaching up to 90 participants. Over 15 bike buses are currently in operation across the metro as self-organised transport groups, with the recent start of the Langa Bike2Work daily commute emerging to support commuters who previously travelled by rail.

Wilkins says zooming taxis, delivery vehicles, and swinging doors make cycling in Cape Town quite a treacherous activity. “The bike bus creates a more comfortable environment on Cape Town’s busy streets.

A bike bus makes riders more visible and traffic more aware. A bike bus connects destinations and people who choose to cycle commute by sharing experiences, routes and challenges,” Wilkins adds.

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ENVIRONMENTAL OUTREACH

Athlete pushes to the extreme NETTALIE VILJOEN

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hile most of us would consider staying in the plank position for longer than two minutes a test of endurance, Jamie Marais sets that bar somewhat higher.

On 30 August, Marais became the only known person in the world to have cycled a vertical ascent of 9 000 metres – the equivalent elevation of Mount Everest (8 845m) – in a big-5 game reserve over 36 hours.

Starting at 06:00 on Saturday 29 August, the adventure athlete pressed on through the night to reach the summit of a gravel circuit 40 times (337 kilometres) by 18:00 the next day. And he did it all for a good cause.

Well, two good causes – to protect endangered wildlife and to feed communities affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Durbanville resident says a single phone call made during lockdown set the wheels in motion.

“I remember sitting at home, feeling so frustrated after having read yet another negative post about Covid-19. It got me thinking about my amazing holiday at Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape last December and how they must have been affected by the downturn in tourism.”

That’s when Marais called one of the reserve’s game wardens who in turn put him in touch with Lindy Sutherland, the director of the Kariega Foundation.

The non-profit trust, which supports wildlife conservation and community upliftment, is fuelled by a community and conservation levy paid by adult guests visiting Kariega Game Reserve. For five months, the big5 game reserve could not bring in any revenue. This meant that the foundation’s community projects, including an antipoaching unit and community food relief

programmes, were in jeopardy.

Sutherland, a Constantia resident, says: “Raising funds to ensure the safety of our endangered species and keep our neighbours and friends fed has become our priority.”

Putting their heads together, they came up with the idea for the #JamieRides4Rhinos campaign.

Once out there, it quickly garnered the support of an international team of creative people, including cycling commentator Phil Liggett, three-time winner of the Roof of Africa off-road endurance motorbike race Louwrens Mahoney of KTM, Mountain Bike SA magazine editor Paul Ingpen and filmmaker Fergus Clark.

Funds raised during the live social media broadcast of the event clocked in at R400 000.

Marais, who did not sleep a wink for the entire 36 hours, says what kept him going was the support of his family.

“My cousin Paul Marais cycled for 12 hours through the night with me. And each time I reached the summit, my wife, Rouchelle, was there, waiting for me.”

Rouchelle Liedemann, who also happens to be a well-known singer and a popular TV personality on kykNET, had broken her toe just a week or so before the event. Marais says seeing his wife there at 02:00 in the morning, hobbling around with her broken toe while bringing him a cup of tea, really warmed his spirit.

He shares a couple of mantras that he repeats to himself to stay motivated.

“What came to mind 32 hours into the ride was, ‘It is not that hard’. With four hours left to go, I started saying that to myself. The more you say it, the more you believe it.”

Besides the huge change in temperature – blistering heat in the afternoon to freezing cold at night – Marais also had to contend

Jamie Marais says his biggest stress factor was the threat of colliding with wildlife each time he descended the rough gravel trail.

Jamie Marais and Lindy Sutherland.

with the threat of colliding with wildlife each time he descended the gravel trail.

“There was a large bull elephant, Charlie, who stopped me right in my tracks when I started. He stayed in the area, wanting to see what was going on. My biggest stress factor was descending at speed because crashing into an elephant is the last thing you want to do.”

Marais, who is the head of corporate sales for an IT and tech company based in Century City by day, began to focus on solo extreme endurance challenges four years ago. Having competed in top-ranked amateur men’s cycling teams throughout his 30s, Marais says the decision to change gears was made in response to him discovering his “why”.

“When I turned 40, I asked myself why I do what I do and why I want to do what I want to do. I realised my true passion was inspiring people to believe in themselves, to

help others realise that nothing is too big to face and to overcome. Each challenge I tackle is a metaphor for what people are facing in life.”

He completed his first major challenge in 2016 when he speed-summitted Table Mountain 22 times in 28 hours over two days to raise funds for the Sabrina Love Foundation which cares for children with special needs.

Since then, Marais has taken on one big project every year.

As to what’s next, Marais says he hasn’t decided yet.

“But each challenge is becoming more dangerous and extreme. So let’s see what the future holds,” he adds.

An e-version of Marais’s autobiography, Determination, is available on Smashwords.com and Amazon.

V Donations can be made via https://www.givengain.com/cc/jamierides4rhinos/.

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DISTRICT SIX

Local film bags audience award KAYLYNNE BANTOM

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n a time when the entertainment sector is bleeding financially, the creators of the short fiction film, Address Unknown, have a reason to celebrate.

The film won the audience choice awards at the virtual Durban International Film Festival (Diff) held from Thursday 10 September until Sunday 20 September.

The annual festival, held at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Centre for Creative Arts, showcases some films from South Africa, Africa and abroad.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, this year’s festival was held virtually with Address Unknown proving to be a hit among the festival’s audiences.

Address Unknown is the first short fiction film based on the tragic forced removals of people from District Six under apartheid. The film was written by former journalist and anti-apartheid activist, Anton Fisher.

It tells the story of Joey, a District Six postman, and how his friendship with his childhood friend survives the cruel forced removals.

In August, the film made its world première on the international stage at the Black Star Film Festival, in the United States of America (USA).

Film director Nadine Cloete says they are

elated that the film has been well received.

“Audience Choice Award makes a solid statement from South Africans about the kind of stories we want to see. It was premièred during a global pandemic and it was online, which meant more people could see it. There were so many remarkable films at the Diff, so to win in the audience category is amazing,” says Cloete.

Cloete is an independent filmmaker whose work focuses on themes of identity and history. She says when she was approached by Fisher, she did not hesitate to get involved.

Cloete says: “I am very passionate about narratives that have been erased and keeping these narratives ‘alive’. District Six is such a big part of Cape Town and our heritage.”

She says the film is very personal to her as some of the scenes were shot at the old Moravian church in District Six. This is where both her father and uncle ministered years ago.

Cloete explained that while they were doing research for the film, speaking to former residents, she realised the pain and humiliation those affected had to endure; emotional scars they are wearing even today. She adds that the District Six Museum was instrumental in telling the tales of former residents.

Cloete says there are plans to have the film screened at the District Six Museum for local viewers.

A scene from the music video for I Am a Fire.

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Cape Town musician lends her voice to GBV campaign A Cape Town musician and The Voice South Africa top-seven finalist is using her voice in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV).

The 27-year-old singer, songwriter and guitarist Amy Tjasink is known for her recent singles Spiderman Kiss and Game Over, with Athlone’s Jimmy Nevis. But now she wants to lend her voice to the voiceless with her latest release, I Am a Fire.

“For years I have had a yearning in my soul to create something bigger than my own dreams. I wanted to use my talent, music and various platforms to make a true difference and that difference now comes in the form of the I Am a Fire anti-GBV campaign,” says Amy. The intention is for the song, coloured with Amy’s signature vocals, to invoke a

feeling within the listener to join the unifying movement and take a stand against the social ill rife in South Africa today.

It is hoped that the song, described as “haunting”, will encourage people to fight back against the scourge of violence against women and children.

The production of the music video has been described as “thrilling”.

The song’s producer, Colin Sher, notes: “The lyrical content already had a haunting feel and was calling for me to add a cinematic and epic production, which ended up being one of the most moving and empowering pieces I have had the honour of working on.”

Amy and Colin hope the public will be inspired by the new song and stand on the front line for justice in South Africa.

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Address Unknown is a short fiction film based on the forced removals from District Six.

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While the weather may not be an indicator that spring has sprung, the Masque Theatre hopes to set the mood for a fresh start with its spring season reopening.

As with many theatres, the 61year-old Muizenberg theatre fell on hard times with the implementation of the national lockdown.

But with the lockdown offering new opportunities and avenues to generate income, the theatre is Masque Theatre opens three weekends of productions as back on its feet and it has kicked- they celebrate Spring Season.

PHOTO: RACINE EDWARDES off three weekends of spring-theatre fun, Spring Season.

In the evening, laughs are guaranteed as Crowdfunding on the BackaBuddy plat- audiences help the Second Liners create origform has assisted the theatre to raise R120 000 inal, socially-distanced, improvised comedy online and an additional R3 000 offline. In an which is followed by some scintillating karinterview with People’s Post, Masque board aoke. The final weekend will showcase two member and actress Erica Schofield says the premières: Kvetch/Ndisa zilile on Friday 9 online theatre platform, launched in re- October and (extra)ordinary, (un)usual on sponse to the Covid-19 pandemic, has worked Sunday 11 October. to rejuvenate interest in the theatre and genKvetch/Ndisa zilile is based on the true stoerate donations. ry when the entrance to the Lily Mine shaft At the start of the pandemic, the theatre in Mpumalanga collapsed and burried three club had a membership of three. By May this mineworkers on February 5, 2016. The play year, that number had jumped to 60. focuses on the grievances of the families of Following the easing of the national lock- the mineworkers who never got to bury their down restrictions, the theatre has reopened. loved ones with dignity or found closure.

It kicked off its production weekends on FriThe final show, (extra)ordinary, (un)usual, day 25 September. The productions are set to is a selection of award-winning monologues continue until Sunday 11 October. performed by six actors; each one telling the The opening weekend, Friday 25 and Satur- story of a unique individual. The show has day 26 September, offered visitors the chance been performed all over the world. This will to see the first of the theatre’s premières; a be the first time it will be shown in South Afbrand new cabaret by award-winning God- rica and the first time as a filmed production. frey Johnson called Johnson InsanitIzed. The To add to the list of exciting events, on the show is a light-hearted look at a personal Sundays of 4 and 11 October, there will be journey and features both original songs and community talks at the Muizenberg Commuold theatre-favourites such as songs from the nity Garden. “Created by the team who are American composer Stephen Sondheim. working magic with herbs spirals and fynbos On Saturday 3 October, the Masque’s windbreaks, Lush n Local is an open invitaSpring Festival Jungle will perform Mantis tion to spend time in the garden from 14:00 and the Bee and facilitate its #HealthyBird and to enjoy talks about such things as edible performance, as an introduction to the Muiz- weeds from 15:30. Each Sunday will offer enberg drama club. According to a statement something a little different, even some music by the theatre, the #HealthyBird perform- and poetry,” reads a statement. ance involves a fun, interactive and energet- V Visit www.themasque.co.za or email manager@theic bird character with a creative bird-beak masque.co.za for information. Book with bookmask and social distancing wings. ings@themasque.co.za, 082 694 6879 or Computicket.

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CAPE TOWN

City gearing up to host events C

onsidering the latest national disaster regulations, the City of Cape Town’s events permit office is ready to receive and process permit applications.

The office suspended operations in March and withdrew all event permits previously approved, following the declaration of the national state of disaster.

According to the City, annual events hosted in the city contribute more than R3 billion to

the local economy. They provide more than 30 000 permanent and temporary jobs.

JP Smith, Mayco member for safety and security, says the City, through its events coordination committee (ECC), has compiled a standard operating procedure (SOP) document to be used as a guide for event organisers as part of the permit application process.

“We encourage event organisers to use the email channels for applications and should

they want to meet, they should schedule an appointment by calling the events department. All event organisers will be required to comply with the hygiene, health and safety protocols stipulated in the document for their events to be approved,” he says.

Events with more than 200 attendees are required to apply for permits, Smith advises.

He adds that the City’s enforcement services will emphasise safety protocols such as sa-

nitising of hands, social distancing and wearing of masks during these events, including those with 250 people at indoor facilities and 500 people at outdoor venues to ensure the safety of participants, staff, service providers and patrons.

He says the City will continue its role as an enabler of the events industry and discussions with partners to get it back on its feet are underway.

Understanding dyscalculia – the math version of dyslexia Many children struggle with math, but for some the difficulties go beyond a little bit of frustration.

If a child’s math troubles are serious – and persistent – they may be a sign of a learning disorder called dyscalculia.

Dyscalculia is a mathematics learning disorder characterised, among other things, by difficulty in memorising simple numbers and calculations. On a day-to-day basis, it can translate into misreading the time on a watch, price tag or car license plate, as well as having difficulty remembering phone numbers, number sequences or calculating the return on a purchase.

Though nearly as common as dyslexia, dyscalculia is neither well-known nor well-understood by many parents and teachers and so, kids struggle for years before receiving a diagnosis.

According to Smartick global research, approximately 5 to 7% of a country’s population may suffer in silence from dyscalculia and in a class of 25 students, it is likely that at least one child has the learning disorder.

For a population of more than 57 million in South Africa, and if similar percentages are anything to go by, it could equate to around four million people potentially being undiag-

nosed.

“Dyscalculia tends to be confused with other disorders such as attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), low IQ or even study laziness. While it can result in failure in the mathematics subject, although not always the case, it can translate into real life difficulties that cause frustration and low-self-esteem,” says Smartick co-founder, Javier Ar-

royo.

With the aim of helping the educational community, and assist parents to detect dyscalculia early, Smartick has launched a free standardised online assessment that allows for quick and easy identification of children at risk of dyscalculia.

The assessment takes around 15 minutes to complete and includes tasks around three fundamental areas of mathematical learning:

As many as four million people could have an undiagnosed mathematics learning disorder.

comparison and recognition of numbers, Arabic numerals, and numbering and arithmetic.

“The exercises for each evaluate the ability to recognise and manipulate numerical quantities without counting, and numerical processing that use verbal symbolic code, such as number recognition and comparison.

Children with dyscalculia often have severe and persistent difficulties in learning arithmetic,” says Arroyo.

At the end of the assessment, a report is immediately generated and sent with the child’s strengths and weaknesses in each of the evaluated areas. If, according to the results, a child is at risk of dyscalculia, it is recommended that parents or guardians go to a professional for a complete evaluation, which includes psychological tests for intelligence, attention and reading, in addition to specific tests for maths. “Children with dyscalculia need adapted, daily training based on a deep understanding of concepts and procedures.

Your child might be the next Bill Gates and can help change the world, but he’s misdiagnosed and misunderstood,” says Arroyo.

The assessment needs to be completed on a tablet and is aimed at children in Grades 1 to 4.

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ur homes are supposed to be our safe havens, places of peace and relaxation, happy memories and stability. Unfortunately, with crime levels as high as they are, most South Africans actually live in a constant state of stress – at home, at work and even on holiday.

One way to create better peace of mind at home is to make sure you have adequate security to keep criminals out, says Charnel Hattingh, national marketing and communications manager at Fidelity ADT. “Good home security starts with knowing your property’s vulnerabilities,” she explains.

“Walk your property and see things through a criminal’s eyes. Is your perimeter protection adequate? How easily can the gate be derailed? Do you have enough lighting around the house? Should you put a better lock on the front door?”

She says these are the six most common ways criminals gain access: . Forcing locks on gates. . Forcing locks on doors. . Breaking windows and forcing burglar bars. . Climbing over walls. . Disabling electric fencing. . Through open garages which are connected to the house.

Hattingh points out that these methods of gaining entry are often even used when residents are inside the home.

“If we look at the common methods of entry, it is obvious that good perimeter protection is your first line of defense. This includes proper walling with razor wire or electric fencing (with tamper sensors), good lighting, a secure automated gate which cannot be tampered with or derailed and an intercom system which allows you to see who is at the gate. Poor perimeter protection speaks volumes – it is an indication to criminals that your house is probably also easy to get into,” she says.

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. Keep small dogs in the house as they can alert you early to anything untoward. . Outdoor beams are valuable early-warning devices and sensors should also be installed along outside walls, on the roof and in the ceiling. . Subscribe to an armed response service and ensure all your security systems are linked to this. . Install sensor lights strategically around the house, especially in front of bedrooms. . Install strong doors and security gates with good quality locks. . Activate outdoor beams and an alarm in unused areas of the house when you are home. . Never leave the gate open if you are entertaining and expecting guests. . Close curtains/blinds at night. . Place panic buttons in areas your family is likely to need them, like in the lounge and in the garage. . Get to know your neighbours and keep

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Hattingh says it is concerning that many residents do not bother with improved home security because they believe “if criminals want to get in they will, no matter what”.

“This is not necessarily true. Criminals are not likely to target a home with proper security; it is simply too risky when they can just move on to an easier target instead. It is important to regularly check your perimeter for weaknesses and to stay informed of crime trends in your area,” she says.

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Softball mothballed for now NOORE NACERODIEN

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he 2020/2021 local softball season, run by the Cape Town Softball Association (CTSA), will not go ahead.

The softball season usually runs from October to March every year. The previous season only managed to finish a matter of days before the lockdown was implemented.

The pandemic had a major effect on the sport locally, which has five women and three men’s leagues and many youth teams.

Nationally, events such as the National Provincial Championships, normally held in March, were also cancelled.

However, the government’s regarding

softball as a non-contact sport has baffled players and administrators alike – who have the collective thought, saying, “there’s nothing soft about it”.

The dust will stand thick when players clash at a base. Contact between opposing players is inevitable.

The majority of clubs supported the Cape Town Softball Association’s (CTSA) executive committee in their proposal not to play the 2020/2021 season.

The CTSA will, however, review the status of the pandemic at the end of November for a possible start in January 2021, albeit a shortened competition season.

The cost to ensure that the playing venues

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are compliant in terms of regulatory requirements is exorbitant, but CTSA chair, Hayley Carolus, says health and safety is of paramount importance.

“We are responsible and held accountable for people’s safety and their loved ones at home. It was by no means easy to propose the “no play” (decision).

“We are all eager to return back to the field of play to continue enjoying this beautiful game we all love so dearly. However, this is no normal season we are living in and we are heading into an uncertain future. We are living in extraordinary times and I hope times that we will never experience in our lifetime again,” she said.

“By moving to alert level one, we have to be extremely cautious and keep practising social distancing, washing of hands regularly, wearing a mask, as we are now more vulnerable than ever, with limited borders and airports opening up. I would rather want our softball fraternity to be safe, healthy and living than to return to the field of play too soon and be at risk of any danger,” Carolus added.

Veteran coach of current Super League champions, Westridge Yankees Softball Club, Nazeem Dulvie, echoed the sentiment, questioning the government’s view that the sport is a non-contact sport.

“Surely the ones who are categorising the

code as non-contact has not watched this beautiful game being played at an elite level.

Pick-off plays on bases are exciting and contact is inevitable. Not to mention those close plays at home plate when players collide, as well as ‘run-downs’,” he says.

Dulvie adds that the pandemic has had a major impact on any preparations, especially considering the closure of facilities for most of the lockdown period, while limited resources exacerbates the safe return to any action.

“Not all players can afford their own equipment, and this has added to the lack of proper preparations. We need to look at the holistic well-being of our athletes and the effects possible Covid-19 infections can have on them physically, emotionally and financially. Even though we might have younger ‘low risk’ athletes competing, these athletes go home where they might live with ‘highrisk individuals’. Also considering that our more experienced technical staff are older and at a higher risk than the players.

“This sport has stood the test of time and will be there way after the Covid-19 pandemic has been surpassed. It is time to take caution and protect our players, technical and their families,” Dulvie says in conclusion.

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Training provides positive outlet for pros Despite the lowering of the national lockdown to level one, amateur rugby action remains paused, but clubs are still keeping active within each of their communities.

“As you know rugby remains inactive as per government regulation with only professionals allowed to train, but our players are now at least able to do contact training and this has already made a tremendous positive difference both mentally and physically,” says WP Amateur Rugby manager, Danny Jones.

He says the plan for the time being is to wait on further announcements from SA Rugby on the return to competition, but notes that they are happy to have players being able to train again, with clubs continuing their respective outreach projects.

“Some examples include St Georges reaching out to close on 500 people weekly, including a recent event for Women’s Day where their senior ladies and women’s staff received gifts, chocolates and a card,” Jones says.

“Eerste River did a Sunday lunch at Kleinvlei together with their women’s rugby team last week and Caledonian Roses has been reaching out to local schools with a focus on girls schools.

“Paarl Rangers and Vineyards have been busy with soup kitchens in the Paarl Region and Collegians has also been busy with soup kitchens to help more than one thousand people weekly,” he says, adding that while these initiatives are hardly new, the clubs still need to be commended on their efforts.

Jones explains that clubs have now turned their attention to their playing facilities.

“These clubs have engaged their players, old boys and local fans to help and sees a wide variety of skills deployed by those that are so willing to commit their time and resources.

“In some cases, we’ve seen bricklay-

ing, painting and fencing as well as individuals using their own vehicles to deliver sand, cement and other materials,” Jones says.

He adds that they have also seen that some clubs have started slightly bigger construction such as levelling the surface of the playing field with a view to improving the grass layout.

Jones explains: “These efforts bode well for the facilities future and we look forward to our players return back to improved venues.

“Some of our clubs have also begun club activity extensions outside of the immediate rugby activity, but yet with a crossover in terms of training and additional benefits to their members.

These include setting up functional outdoor gym facilities which can be constructed from basic materials.”

With the easing of lockdown restrictions, now to alert level one, certain clubs have been able to open their doors for business again.

“Our players and clubs continue to engage outside of the training arena with many doing beach runs, mountain runs and even some cross-fit training.

“Last week saw us conclude our second week of online media, sponsorship and marketing training with Super League C and the City League.”

It was established by WP Amateur Rugby that the workshops have been enjoyed by all and there seems to be a real sense of value derived from these sessions.

“Each club has been asked to submit up to three members to fulfil the role at the club with a view to building the future of that club for a committed period,” explains Jones.

“It was emphasised that dedicated individuals with a determined focus are required and that club management should fully support these individuals,” he concludes.

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