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After ten years of caring for Alzheimer and Parkinson’s sufferers, Sasonah Lodge has expanded its service offerings and will now also be caring for cancer patients. The expansion was made possible by the acquisition of the house next to Sasonah’s original premises in Germiston. The dream, which was announced a few months back, became a reality on Saturday 17 May when the Cancer Care Centre was officially opened.The grand opening, which included good music, great food and a key address by oncologist Dr. Rodrigues, was held at the house - giving invited guests the opportunity to have a look at the facility. The mother and daughter team of Colleen and Melanie Nunn together with their team of volunteers showed the new house, situated at 26 Hamilton Street.In her address, Dr. Rodrigues applauded the efforts of the team at Sasonah and praised its management for the decision to include cancer care to their services. Melanie spoke on behalf of the centre thanking everyone who contributed to the success and for honouring the occasion. Melanie also took the opportunity to thank her mother for her tireless and selfless

efforts. “Following in her footsteps will be a difficult thing to do, considering what she has already accomplished,” said Melanie. In a previous interview with tame TIMES

Colleen Nunn thanked the businesses and individuals who assisted them and also expressed the continuous need for more assistance. “Many elderly people

are affected by cancer so it’s with these individuals in mind that we made it our mission to establish the cancer unit,” said Nunn.

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Left to Right: Lisa Katzke (tame TIMES PRO), Chris Swanepoel (DA Councillor), Coleen Nunn, Dr. Sylvia Rodrigues, Louise Turner (Breast Health Foundation) and Melanie Nunn.

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#1 They’re AwesomeYou can’t argue with the facts. A cat is pretty much the most popular pet in the world (there are statistically more cats in U.S. households than dogs). They’re adorable, loving, easy companions that make you super happy (and healthy). So what are you waiting for? Head on down to your nearest shelter to find your new best friend!

#2 They’re IndependenT…Cats are naturally independent creatures that require little supervision. This makes them the perfect pet for workaholics, city dwellers, people living in apartments, and the just generally mellow. While you can feel free to walk your cat, it isn’t necessary to their lifestyle.

#3 They wIll mAke you feel goodHaving a pet has been attributed to significantly lowering blood pressure, as well as lowering the risk of heart disease. The mere act of stroking a cat for a few minutes has been shown to release “feel good” endorphins in the brain.

#4 They’re AvId hunTersNot a big fan of lizards, mice or giant beetles? Adopt a cat! Cats are skilled hunters that will help keep the bug population down in your home, as well as those hair-raising lizards, mice,

moths, dust bunnies— and those alarming red laser pointers.

#5 you won’T need To houseTrAIn ThemIn addition to bathing themselves, cats come into your life pretty much potty trained. You

set up a litter box and with very little instruction they figure out how to use it almost naturally. Adopting a cat means never having to worry about getting home late and realizing you still need to go out into the cold, cold

darkness.

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I was watching TV the other day when I noticed that there are several stories and legends that use frogs as subjects. The few that spring to mind are the Princess and the Frog, and the one which this article per-tains to is the frog in boiling water. A frog is an amphibian, and therefore acclimatises itself to its surroundings, but a sudden change of environment will cause a shock. So, we drop a frog in a pot full of cool water and put the pot on the stove. The temperature will gradually increase and the frog will just sit there and eventually be boiled alive. If you had to drop a frog into very hot water just like that, he will hop straight out. Is there a lesson here? We as humans don’t really behave that much differently. Things gradually change round us and because they are slight we just get used to them and make minor adjustments to our comfort. However before we know it, the water is boiling and we literally can’t cope. Let me use crime in this example. We move into a house in an area, 20 odd years ago and as crime trends change, we just go through the motions of getting an alarm company and putting spikes on our walls, but this does not actually change the environment we are in. The crime level may well be increasing, but we are just coping and getting used to it where we really shouldn’t. The problem is we are not noticing that the water is reaching boiling point and we will not be able to survive it. If we had to be dropped in the mid-dle of Afghanistan right now, we would certainly realise that the water is really hot and seriously have the desire to jump out. So how do we improve this? We need to educate and therefore empower ourselves as to crime trends in our area. Living in our little cocoons we really have no idea as to what is going on besides what we hear around the braai; and that, in my opinion, is not at all a reliable information source. Once the crime topic comes up, the next and next story has to be more shocking and detailed and not necessarily true. Let’s be honest on that one. We need to sensitise ourselves from a reliable and respectable source. Why in Dinalview of over 2,500 residences, do we have the same 40 people at the Community Policing forum meetings? That means we have an attendance of 0.16% of residents attending and finding out what is going on in Dinalview. The water is boiling people, it’s time you take this seriously, find out what is going on around you and plan your security accordingly. To find out more or join us today, visit www.di-nalview.co.za. It’s your life - Take it seriously!

don’t be the frogA message from Denalview CPF Vice-Chair: Jean Ingram The first Southern Africa play conference took place at the

Randburg Towers between 12 – 15 May. Non-profit organisa-tions and government representatives from Namibia, Zimba-bwe, Mozambique and South Africa met to discuss the role of play in early childhood development. Talks by Dr. Lorayne Excell from Wits University’s foundation stud-ies division and Professor Jannie Ferreira, former head of optom-etry at the University of Johannesburg offered insight into the long term effects of not creating play opportunities for young children. Both speakers focused on the importance of outdoor play espe-cially in urban areas where children have little or no safe outdoor areas to play in.The conference resulted in group discussions that identified ele-ments that are to be included in a Southern African regional advo-cacy plan on play. The framework is being further developed and it is anticipated that an advocacy statement will be to be released on World Play Day on 28 May.The advocacy plan will address the crucial lack of outdoor play spaces in urban areas as well as the importance of early learning play based opportunities that have long term effects particularly in classroom settings.Another pertinent outcome of the conference was the need to in-clude play in the academic curriculum.Conference organiser and Cotlands Chief Operations Officer, Mon-ica Stach, emphasised that play has multiple benefits for children in various age ranges. “Without play based early learning opportuni-ties children have difficulty in grasping concepts. We have found that the value and importance of play is not fully understood by communities and therefore play is not seen as an integral part of the learning process,” said Stach.Funders of the conference, child aid organisation Terre Des Hommes Germany, added that they were very pleased with the out-comes. “We are encouraged by the level of engagement by NGO’s and Southern African government officials. It is imperative that civil society is equipped to take the issues discussed at this conference forward. Play is an essential part of children’s development and we believe that promoting play will strengthen children’s rights in Southern Africa at large,” said Leonor Quinto Terre Des Hommes Regional Coordinator.It was said that a second play conferences will be held.

Playing is fUndamental

ADULTS CAN PLAY AS WELL: The Play conference attendees have some play time with each other.

Finding a moment for peace in our fast paced city life is sometimes a luxury most people cannot afford – for me, peace is something I experience weekly when I sit down and reflect just so I can have content for this note. I hope that even if it is in your work or school curriculum you can find that gap just to take the foot off the gas and reflect.This past weekend was an emotionally difficult one, as a nation we laid to rest Masefako Sophia Motlanthe, the mother to Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe. Masefako (89) passed away in her home in Soweto home due to natural causes. Closer to home, my sincere condolences go out to my colleague Nomsa Nyhwagi and her family who also laid their mother to rest over the weekend. Our nature was not always temporary and I believe that God, who knows and feels our pain and knows our thoughts, will one day not only reunite us with our loved ones, but also restore our eternal nature.Congratulations to Sasonah Lodge on a very successful launch event for their new Cancer Care Centre in Germiston. Your dedication and care for the frail and ailing is really admirable and I take my hat off to especially the young volunteers.For the fashion lovers, check out our business profile (pg 12) on Fashion House and Buyers Lounge in Bedford view. I have a phobia for malls so their Pop up store really impacted on me, why can’t all shops be like this?Lastly as tame TIMES we have decided to sponsor the St Catherine’s girls soccer team, playing in their new kit last week they did us proud by winning their first match after the Easter holiday. See a full match review on our back page.Stay Blessed.

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Advocate Pansy Tlakula; Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) handed over the final list of elected representatives for the National Assembly and the nine provincial legislatures to the Chief Justice of South Africa; Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng, on Friday 16 May.The publication of the final list of

representatives elected is the final milestone of the 2014 national and provincial election process and paves the way for the swearing in of the 830 representatives – 400 in the National Assembly and 430 in the nine provincial legislatures.The first sitting of the Fifth Parliament will be convened in terms of section 51

of the Constitution by the Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng on Wednesday 21 May 2014. Thirteen parties will be represented in the National Assembly.The Chief Justice will also preside over the election of the Speaker and the President in accordance with the Constitution.The newly elected President will be

sworn in by the Chief Justice at the Inauguration to be held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on 24 May 2014. An analysis of the representatives shows that 58 percent are men and 42 percent women. The oldest representative is 85 and the youngest is 22 with an average age of 50 years old.

IEC concludes election process

Vryheidsfront Plus (VF): 1 Member

ParTy rEPrESEnTaTIon In ThE GauTEnG ProvInCIal lEGISlaTurE:

African National Congress (ANC): 40 Members

Democratic Alliance (DA): 23 Members

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF): 8 Members

Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP): 1 Member

After five days of delivering his testimony and being questioned by the legal teams representing Radovan Krejcir and his co-accused, state witness; Vusi Msimango, was asked to remain available as he may yet be recalled. Msimango was testifying on the apparent events which took place in the effort to find Doctor and the 25kg crystal meth consignment he was meant to deliver to Australia.During his testimony, Msimango admitted he was not always a law abiding citizen and that he also had interest in the missing package. Msimango also told the court that he and investigating officer; Nkosana ‘Killer’ Ximba have been friends for over ten years. Msimango gave his eyewitness account of the torture Bheki Lukhele (Doctor’s brother) had endured after being kidnapped from his home in Katlehong. The assault, which included Krejcir pouring boiling water over Lukhele’s head, was according to the state so bad that the charge was changed from assault with the intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), to attempted murder.Msimango was the state’s first witness in the trial against Radovan Krejcir, Desai Luphondo, Samuel Modise Maropeng, George Nthoroane, Jan Lefu Mofokeng and Sibusiso Miya relating to drug dealing and kidnapping. The trial continues at the Johannesburg high court sitting in Palm Ridge.

Radovan Krejcir speaks to reporters outside the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. *Photo taken from www.enca.com.

Krejcir: five day of questions for state witness

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What will be your first? This is the ques-tion Vodacom is ask-ing you. Vodacom, as part of its 20th anni-versary celebrations, launched its First campaign at The Ven-ue, Melrose Arch on 16 May and explained how they are giving people across South Africa the opportunity to pitch their first – a new initiative aimed at encouraging everyone to do something remarkable for the first time. Vodacom, using mobile tech-nology, will then bring the experi-ence to life. Comedian Mpho Popps entertained the crowd sharing his story of his first time... it lasted 1 min 26 seconds and he said he was overwhelmed with so much joy when he made his first phone call on a cell phone. Guests went down memory lane with Voda-com showing their classic adverts and now Vodacom want you to make your own memories with your first.“We sometimes forget how much mo-bile technology has transformed life in South Africa over the last 20 years. We take it for granted that everyone is now always in contact, that we can check out email while waiting in the supermarket queue, and that we can share thoughts and pictures from an

important event in real time. Every day, mobile technology enables us to do new things, and this is the basis of our Firsts campaign. We love that sense of wonder and excitement when you do something new and truly dif-ferent and Pitch Your First is our ways to support you in achieving whatever First you’ve got in mind,” said Mosidi Seretlo, Vodacom’s Executive Head of Brand Communications. People who have a compelling First idea can pitch their ideas at www.firsts.com. A panel of Vodacom judg-es will then select the best proposals from 10 shortlisted finalists: the short-list will then be put to an online pub-lic vote, with one winner seeing their dream become a reality.When asked what if a person says they want to go to Paris for the first time, Motsamai Pule, Vodacom’s Mar-keting Manager: Brand & Network re-

plied, “What ever you first thing is, Vodacom will make it happen.” He added that the budget is R400 000 and the person needs to be 18 years and older and will need to be available between October and Decem-ber so they can experi-ence their first. Entries close in August.Vodacom is also en-couraging people to

video their own reactions using a smartphone or tablet as they achieve something amazing for the first time. These short videos – capturing the joy, surprise and excitement at the exact moment in someone’s life when they achieve something amazing for the first time – are what Vodacom calls Lifies.To officially launch the campaign, Vo-dacom screened the world’s first Li-fies, which captured the expressions of 53 people as they experience their First. These included a 69-year-old man riding a zip-line, a young boy rid-ing a horse, a couple seeing the first scan of their unborn child and a man conducting an orchestra.

To find out more about Pitch Your First, including information on the entry terms and conditions, visit www.firsts.com.

Let Vodacom be your first Laurelle Williams@laurellewilliam twitter.com

If you thought that the heightened political atmosphere would simmer down after the elections then this past week must have been an eye opener, with the DA and Agang and the less interesting Kenny Kunene who is now writing a book.Mamphela Ramphele announced on Thursday (15 May) that she would be taking a break from politics. A break from politics? Does Ramphele know that her party is less than a year old? How is she already tired? This says a lot about her ability or perhaps readiness to govern. As though that was not enough, the threat of a vote of no confidence in Ramphele’s leadership surfaced again as in Gauteng her constituency has gone as far as blaming her of running the party like a tuck-shop. Thankfully Agang performed miserably in the general election, I mean think about it, if the party is in such a state what would have become of the country if they actually won? It’s really sad and slightly entertaining; perhaps there is a reality show here if anyone is interested – being Ramphele. On the topic of sad – a decision by a young lady to better herself through education has caused far too much drama than I would have thought it should. So DA’s former parliamentary leader takes up an opportunity to further her studies and in the wake of that decision has to suffer a public assassination and disregard of all her efforts. Although the fall out between Helen Zille and Mazibuko has always been something the party denied, statements like “I made Mazibuko” don’t only prove otherwise, but they threaten the structural integrity of the DA’s glass house. This has always been a question I struggled with when it comes to party politics, and perhaps someone can provide some clarity in this regard – is there any room for individual thinking within the party frame. The public assassination of Lindiwe is not unique to the DA, we have seen this trend with in the ANC, COPE, and many other political parties where a difference in thinking is automatically followed by the proverbial ‘cold’ Malema spoke about after his expulsion from the ANC. I for one will be eagerly waiting to see what transpires after a year when Mazibuko returns. Let’s have your views, email [email protected] or send me a tweet @NietoVoice

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Mystery Murder eveningMystery Murder Evening (Hosted by Germiston Central CPF), Come guess the murderer at Aldsbury Manor. 3 Course meal, cash bar, please dress to theme: Medieval. Tickets cost R180 per person.date: 24 May 2014time: 18:00 for 18:30Place: Germiston Police Station HallContact: For more info contact Jean Ingram 0796927370 or [email protected]

HortiCultural soCiety- 28 May28 May 09:30 - a talk by Karin Spottiswoode about Kloofendal Nature Reserve’s Abundance at The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanic Gardens, Olifants Road, Emmarentia. Phone 082 951 1432.

Knrasaturday stroll- 24 Maytime: 08:00venue: Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park

annual long walK- 25 MayThis is an excellent opportunity for serious hikers to test their fitness against some of the really demanding trails in the nature reserve. The total distance is approximately 20km. For those hikers who do not wish to walk the entire distance, ‘escape’ facilities will be offered at various stages along the trails. Water will be supplied at various points along the trail but hikers should ensure that they carry an additional supply together with any food that they may require. KNRA guides will be available at strategic points along the trail to ensure that hikers are safe and also to assist where necessary.time: Registration is from 08:00 - 09:00. Once registered participantsvenue: Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park

Boerewors and souP saleCome support us and buy a yummy Bo-erie Roll and cup of home made soup. All funds generated will be for the Patrollers of the Dinalview CPF.date: 31 May 2014time: 8:30amPlace: Outside Albemarle Spar, Tasso Centre, AlbemarleContact: For more info contact Jean Ingram 0796927370 or [email protected]

Kids Colour festLoads of fun for the whole family.Muppet Jones, Martial Arts, Hip Hop – Beat Boys and freestyle dancing competi-tion. Entertainment by DJ Dan and Lloyd. Powder fun, great food and much moredate: 31 May time: 9:00 – 16:00Place: Bedfordview Primary

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the removal of adverse consumer credit information and information relating to paid up judgments, commonly referred to as the “credit amnesty”, came into effect on 1 april 2014.This meant that from 1 April 2014, all registered credit bureaus (listed below) should remove adverse consumer credit information on their systems for a period of two months until the end of May 2014. the adverse consumer credit information that credit bureaus needed to remove from 1 april 2014 includes:• Subjective classifications of consumer behaviour such as: delinquent, default, slow paying, absconded or not contactable;• The adverse classification of enforcement action, i.e. those that are related to enforcement action taken by credit providers including classifications such as: handed over for collection or recovery, legal action or write off; • Details and results of disputes lodged by consumers irrespective of the outcome of such disputes; and• Adverse consumer credit information contained in the payment profile represented by means of any mark, symbol, sign or in any manner or form.

“Paid up judgments, which means civil court judgment debts, including default judgments where the consumer has settled the judgment debt, should also be removed from the credit bureau records from 1 April 2014,” Nomsa Motshegare, CEO of the National Credit Regulator (NCR) said. Where a consumer has paid the judgment debt, the credit provider must notify the credit bureau of this within seven days of receiving the payment. The credit bureau must remove that judgment from the consumer’s credit record within seven days of receiving proof of payment. The consumer no longer has to apply to a court to rescind the judgment so that it can be removed from his/her credit record. “This will save consumers a lot of money that they could have paid to lawyers,” Motshegare added.From 1 April 2014 until the end of May 2014, credit bureaus must not display this information on consumers’ credit records. Motshegare stresses that consumers are,

however, still liable to pay their debts.Motshegare said there has been confusion and misconceptions around the process. “We have also found that some consumers don’t know where and how to get a copy of their credit reports”, she said.

Below, Motshegare shares common misconceptions about removal of adverse consumer credit information and information relating to paid up judgments:• It is a credit amnesty and it will wipe out their debt (they are no longer obligated to pay the debt); NCR response – Consumers must pay their debts.• The payment profile will be removed and they will start on a clean slate; NCR response – The payment profile will remain on the consumer’s credit bureau records.• When the credit bureaus have removed the consumer’s adverse or paid up judgment(s), the consumer’s name will no longer appear at the credit bureaus- NCR response - Consumers must realise that every person who has an account anywhere in South Africa with a credit or service provider, who makes use of credit bureau services, will find the information about the account is recorded with a credit bureau, irrespective of whether the account is paid regularly or not.• After the information is removed, they will automatically get credit- NCR response – That is not so, credit providers are required to conduct an affordability assessment before granting credit.• You pay an extra fee to get the information removed in terms of this process over and above your debt-NCR response – The removal of adverse consumer credit information and information relating to paid up judgments is automatic and free.

in conclusion, Motshegare advised consumers to contact the national Credit regulator or the Credit ombud for any clarity or assistance. she further advised consumers to contact the credit bureaus for a copy of their credit reports.

Credit amnesty: consumers must still pay debts

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thank you tame tiMes for the advert in classifieds, it looked stunning and was a lot bigger than i expected it to be. My cell phone has not stopped ringing and my mail had 10 responses. it is good to see that advertising still pays off. Laurelle thanks for putting me into touch with Tessa Arthur.

dates: Saturday 17, 24 and 31 May 2014tiMe: 20h00venue:The Carnival City Show BartiCKets: R30 each at the door

sisters scarlett and Zan were formerly known as twisted, and have been captivat-ing audiences for over four years. twisted have performed all over Johannesburg and at the simunye festival in swaziland as well. they have also been the opening act for Prime Circle and freshlyground.

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Primrose arrest for the week

A series of unauthorized entries into a storeroom at Legal & Corporate offices in Kempton with the resultant disappearance of several printing cartridges prompted EMPD Loss Control investigators into action. The investigations into the “break-ins” and theft pointed to two employees at the same office who apparently gained an easy entry because they were unlawfully in possession of the keys to the storeroom and that the person in-charge was on leave. The two employees were arrested on the morning of Tuesday, 6 May.The arrested employees led the metro police to the buyer of the stolen property who was arrested at the corner of Plein and Kelvin streets on the same day. The arrested buyer, who is of Mozambican origin and in his thirties, was charged with possession of stolen property. His two Ekurhuleni Municipality accomplices, who are 34 years and 39 years old, were charged with theft of printing cartridges. The case docket was registered at Kempton Park

police station.The trio appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrates Court on 9 May.

In November of 2011 the owner of a certain lodge in Dinwiddie, went to his lodge with an employee. When they got to the lodge they found two employees at the lodge held by two unknown African males, the employee he was with got inside the other of-fice and the owner proceeded to where the two employees and the unknown men were. The males then pointed a gun at him, searched him and took R2500 from him. The men in-structed the owner and his employees to take their sim cards out of their phones, and also took the phones then they left. The owner of the Lodge chased after the men, and while he was

chasing after them he saw some police officers and asked for as-sistance. One suspect was ar-rested from the resulting chase; the arrested man was caught with a 9mm pistol. The suspect was then detained in Germiston.The detective that was assigned with investigation; Detective warrant officer Senzo Simelane, worked around the clock to as-certain that justice was served. His hard work finally paid when Lucky Ndlovu (42) a Zimbabwe-an national, was brought to book. Simeline was found guilty of pos-session of unlicensed firearm, possession of ammunition and business robbery. Simeline was sentenced to 28 years imprison-ment. He was also declared unfit to possess a firearm.

Cartridge thieves arrested

Robbery suspect convicted and sentenced

Elsburg SAPS has had a num-ber of rape incidents in the recent past, amongst the vic-tims was a 19 years old school girl who was confronted while walking from school. The suspects would pose as a landlord, who is desperately looking for tenants to rent his properties, and had his mobile numbers displayed in most busi-ness places so he can prey on an unsuspecting woman. Once he has met the suitable prey, he would take them to some seclud-ed places around the Elsburg area. Ordinarily he would intim-idate them using a table knife, when he wanted them to oblige to his rape instructions.Elsburg police officers took an initiative to get the perpetrator to book; so having the intention of catching the perpetrator, num-bers of a potential client were left on different notice boards within that area. Police members were

then placed in strategic points after a phone call was received by a police woman posing as potential tenant a meeting spot was identified and agreed upon by both the suspect and the fake client. The meeting took place and the suspect thinking he had another victim asked his victim to come with him to the house he wanted to show her. They both walked in the direction indicated by the suspect; there he was ar-rested when the cops suddenly showed up.Police are still busy with further investigation. The suspect is a 32years old male living in Els-burg. He is currently detained in police cells and due to appear in the Germiston court soon.This media release is compiled by Bedfordview SAPS corpo-rate communication officer SGT Mduduzi Nhlabathi on behalf of the Germiston Clus-ter Commander.

Rape suspect caught in the act

Members of Primrose police arrested 7 suspects aged between 22-36 for Assault with the intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH) in Primrose over the weekend (9 - 11 May). The arrest happened after po-lice conducted an operation looking for wanted suspects in the area.In one day the police manage to arrest 6 suspects for assault GBH, most of these sus-

pects are from the informal settlements. All suspects were taken to Germiston court and their cases reminded for various reasons.The police are experiencing challenges re-lated to abuse of liquor in the informal set-tlements, and as a result will be conducting similar operations to reduce crime in our area. Police appeal that the community report all witnessed criminal activities.

7 arrested for assault

Arrested suspects with Warrant Officer Joseph Mdanda

Primrose police arrested a 20 year old suspect for possession of suspected stolen property at Maroela Road in Primrose. The arrest took place after the police, who were patrolling, noticed the young man carrying goods. When he saw the police he dropped them and started running, the police chased him and cornered him at Beaconsfield road. On interrogating him he informed the police that he stole the goods from a house in Maroela Road. The police arrested him and brought him to Primrose SAPS for detention. Police issued a reminder to the community that crime does not pay and that offenders will find themselves behind bars. The suspect will appear in the Germiston court soon.

Arrested for possession of stolen goods

Arrested male admitted to committing a crime and is now due to appear in court.

Assault GBH................................... 11Domestic violence ......................... 02Possession of drugs ..................... 01Urinating in public ......................... 01H/b and theft ................................... 01Drunk and driving .......................... 01Possession of m/v breaking implements..................................... 01Dealing in liquor without a valid license ............................................ 02Drunk in public .............................. 07Illegal immigrants .......................... 02 Compiled by Sergeant Styles Maome on behalf of the Primrose Station Commissioner

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St Catherine’s School hosted an Easter egg hunt for their little ones on Wednesday 16 April. Here are some photos from the day.

Holy Rosary School recently donated seven wheelchairs to Little Eden in Edenvale. The chairs were donated as part of the school’s Parents’ Association social responsibility portfolio, after the school’s annual Shanahan Walk, themed: Walk because we can walk, because we care. Seen here are the Holy Rosary Primary School leaders Catherine Buffey, Arianna D’Alessio, Daniella Mills and Jenna Laubser, with Little Eden representative Nicholette Muthige.

Wheelchairs donated to Little Eden

Victoria Nel, a Grade 7 pupil from St Andrew’s School for Girls, participated in the SA Championships of Performing Arts. She was awarded four gold medals, two silver medals and a bronze medal. Victoria has been chosen to be part of the South African national team that will participate in the world championships in Los Angeles in July.

Victoria off to LA

Holy Rosary High School girls performed in the Interhouse One-Act Plays, with Lourdes House winning overall. The winning play was entitled ‘Amy goes Army’, a comedy, by Tim Kelly. Lourdes House also received the award for best stage manager (Cayleigh Canter), and best director (Taylor Rattray and Cailin Theobald).

Army comedy wins big at Interhouse showcase

The winning house - Lourdes from Holy Rosary High School for the play en-titled ‘Amy goes Army’ by Tim Kelly.

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Members of the South African junior womans rowing team; Natalie Russell (Holy Rosary), Nicole Simoes (St Andrew’s), Stephanie Sanders (St Stithian’s), Alexis Savenye-Terblanche (St Mary’s), Meghan Barnard (St Dunstan’s), Lisa Heyneke (St Mary’s), Constandina Protopappas (St Mary’s) and Courtney Kan (Holy Rosary).The team received a Gold medal at the International Belgium & Flemish Championships, recently held in Ghent.

SA Juniors conquer in Ghent

Holy Rosary High School announced its 2014 Rowing Captains - Lauren Soll (vice-captain) and Natalie Russell (captain).

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Holy Rosary High School rowers Natalie Russell (left) and Courtney Kan (right) were recently selected to be part of the South African Schools Rowing Union (SASRU) Development Squad tour to Ghent, Belgium, to compete in the Inter-national Belgium & Flemish Champion-ships. Kan received gold for the Junior Womens 8, while Russell received gold for the Junior Womens 8, silver for the Junior Womens 4 and bronze for the Womens 8.

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The Gauteng Department of Education’s Secondary School Improvement Programme (SSIP) has won the 2014 United Nations Public Service Award. The United Nation’s Public Service Awards are held annually to recognise creative achievements and contributions of public service institutions that lead to a more effective and responsive public administration in countries worldwide. Through an annual competition, the UN Public Service Awards promotes professionalism and visibility in the public service.The UN Public Service Award is made up of 4 different categories. Awards are given to a winner and runner-up in 5 regions, Africa being one of the regions, (along with Asia/Pacific, Europe/North America, Latin America/Caribbean and Western Asia). There are 8 possible awards in each region. Only 3 awards were given in the African region in 2014. The SSIP was awarded 1st place in the African award for Category 1:“Improving the Delivery of Public Services”. Cameroon won 2nd place for a project on water and

sanitation.The winning project, SSIP, has been a major factor for the significant improvement in the matric pass rate in Gauteng since 2010. By providing supplementary tuition to 50 000 learners and support for teachers in 400 priority schools, the SSIP has helped achieve a 15% improvement in the provincial pass rate, with the most significant improvements happening in priority schools serving disadvantaged communities. This prestigious award recognises the The GDE was also recognised as the best performing department in strategic management in an evaluation conducted by the Presidency under the Department of Performance Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME). “This award belongs to all the teachers, principals, and GDE officials who have given selflessly towards the improvement the quality of teaching and learning in Gauteng schools. This also shows that systems, programmes and interventions put in place by the department are yielding results.” said Gauteng MEC for Education, Ms Barbara Creecy.

United Nations recognises Gauteng’s excellence

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Civil rights organi-sation AfriForum said that the more than 60% support for the ANC in the election again un-derlined the need for strong civil or-ganisations which can hold the ruling party accountable outside party politics.According to Kallie Kriel, CEO of AfriForum, civil organisations from minority communities also have a crucial watchdog function to fulfil in order to protect the rights of minorities. “Instead of being disheartened after every election, minorities should realise that the demographics of the country will always leave them marginalised. They should not pin their hopes on elections only,” Kri-el said. This does not mean that an election or the important work of opposition parties do not matter, Kriel added. This is a call for minori-ties to do more to ensure their own future rather than simply drawing a cross every five years.According to Kriel minorities will have to take responsibility for their own futures by uniting in strong, independent civil institutions of their choice. These institutions should work for a better future, independ-ent of party politics, in every walk of life. “It is empowering to put one’s hand to the plough with projects which can be run indepen-dently. This prevents one from being at the mercy of one-party gov-ernments,” Kriel added. Examples of these independent actions include projects where lo-cal communities can take steps to improve their own quality of life, Kriel said. “It is important that minorities do not regard themselves as victims of the recent history or the election result, but that they become involved in self-help projects and support civil institutions of their choice,” Kriel added. “Thousands of people who each do something in their own communities to create a better future are able to make a massive difference,” said Kriel. No contribution can ever be insignificant.

Election results require strengthening of civil society

St Catherine’s School held their Founders’ day and Mass of thanksgiving on Friday 16 May. Parents, teachers, learners and former learners all gathered at the school to give thanks under the schools chosen theme: walk in someone else’s shoes. The day’s first message was delivered by Sister Felicia who spoke about living the values and living the truth of being fully human. “The Glory of God is the person being fully alive,” said Sister Felicia The main message and the day’s Mass was delivered by Father Rodney who drew parallels between packing for a holiday and living our everyday lives.“We need to make sure that in life we are prepared with

the tools we will need to get us to where we want to be and what we w a n t to do.”Father Rodney also touched on the day’s theme saying, it is an admirable initiative which symbolises sensitivity to the challenges of the lesser fortunate in our communities. Students and parents all collected in excess of 500 pairs of shoes which were donated to the Greater Germiston Society for Child and Family Welfare.The learners also released helium balloons carrying various messages intended for the people who would find the balloons when they land. Michelle Wickham received the shoes on behalf of the Greater Germiston Society for Child and Family Welfare.

Founders’ day a celebration of humanity

Father Rodney delivering his message. Learners recieve a blessing with the Eucharist.

Over 500 pairs of shoes were collected and donated to a local home.

Head girl; Mandisa, shares a poem with fellow learners.

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Changing the fashion landscape The fashion industry is often perceived as one of glamour, highly esteemed designers and their prestigious brands. The not so known side of the industry is the behind the screen blood, sweat and sleepless nights often followed by tears, as young and up and coming designers battle to break into the industry. Fashion House & Buyers Lounge (FH & BL); based in Bedfordview, offers designers a variety of marketing services which are geared at making the journey less straining.FH&BH offer branding, brand management, social media support, links to retail and public buyers among other services. Their offerings come in packages which can also be tailored to suit the designer, the brand and affordability.One of the biggest benefits which designers

can derive from FH&BH is the shelve space in the various pop up stores and their fashion related events. The managements of the Pop up stores dress up the stores differently in line with a certain styles and trends, and then they invite groups or individuals (prospective buyers) who would appreciate those styles to the store to browse through the designs. The stores don’t only provide a service to designers, but also to buyers through their stylist services. Buyers can make use of this service to receive advised on current trends and how to apply them in a way which would complement their body shapes. More information on FH&BL and their designers can be obtained from their website: www.fashion-house.co.za

INSIDE THE POP UP STORE: taking care of the admin related with the marketing process so designers can focus on the designing process

The Innovator: Mark Sham

On his way to catch a flight, Mark Sham, ran into a book shop at an airport and grabbed the first book that caught his eye. Little did he know that, that choice will have a major impact on his life. The book he chose was Inside Coca-Cola, the story of Neville Isdell, the former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company where he worked for 43 years. Isdell took the world’s largest beverage company to new heights during his tenure.Once Sham started to read this book, he couldn’t put it down and in his own words “smashed the book in two days.” He then decided that he will share the information with people and charge them for it. His first Inside Coca-Cola review started in October 2012 and last week Sham held his 16th edition of the review to a fully packed room of attendees. It sounds crazy that Sham started something out of nothing but after you leave Sham’s review you will understand how he succeeded. He is a natural innovator with passion and the utmost determination. He is infectious.In the review Sham explains the story of Isdell and highlights why Isdell was so successful, with it coming down to Isdell constantly doing simple tasks the right way. “When he was working at bottom, he acted like he owned the company and when he was at the top; he acted like he was at the bottom.” Sham also attributed Coca-Cola’s success to Isdell making the business revolve around people, let it be his staff, his clients or the community of the country he was stationed in.What makes Sham’s story even that more stirring is that when he had the vision of the review, he also had the goal to bring Isdell to South Africa. After a lot of strong-minded perseverance or as some people call it “stalking”. Sham got it right and he hosted

Isdell in Cape Town on 20 February this year and interviewed him.Sham was honest with Isdell when he was ‘stalking’ him telling him he wasn’t going to stop until he got what he wanted as “that is what your book taught me.” The young innovator has hopes of bringing Isdell to Johannesburg and with his charm and sharp-mind, it is sure to also become a reality.

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There are those who would tell you he never left, but for anyone in doubt, forty-something Michael Scholz said “I’m back” in the only way he knows.The renowned South African golfing personality and trick shot specialist proved there is life in the old dog yet, when he claimed the first IGT Race to the USA event at the Irene Country Club.Six shots off the pace at the start of the final round, the 43-year-old Scholz rocked to victory with a seven-under-par 65.

Tennis South Africa has named their junior players to be part of the South African team to compete in the 2nd Africa Youth Games.The Africa Youth Games will be held in Gaborone, Botswana from 22 to 31 May. The tennis team will be part of 19 sporting codes making up the South African team. The Games are an important multi-code event serving as Africa’s preparation for the upcoming second Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China later this year.SASCOC President Gideon Sam said that the 2nd African Youth Games are very important for the future of South African sport. “We need to build our sport from the

bottom up and as such; this event will go a long way to exposing our talented youngsters to international competition and giving them valuable experience.” The holding camp for Team SA was in Johannesburg on 19 May and the team leaves for Gaborone today to set up camp at the University of Botswana residence.The SouTh AfricAn TenniS TeAm iS Announced AS followS:Boys: richard Thongoane (Gauteng central) and Kris van wyk (Boland)Girls: Janet Koch (Boland), Sarah Sarjoo (Gauteng central)The team coach will be Patrick Tsunke (Gauteng east).

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Course been designed for XCO

The SA mountain Bike Xco and downhill championships are held annually on a rotation basis throughout South Africa and 2014 is the year for Gauteng to be the host province and Thaba Trails in the South of Johannesburg is the championship venue.Thaba Trails situated at 101 Klipriver Drive, Mulbarton on the land privately owned by Thaba Ya Batswana. The XCO distances for UCI racing can be between 4km and 6km. At Thaba Trails a challenging 4,5km course is being designed to challenge the most skilled riders. There are six technical drop-offs that give riders an

adrenaline rush and are of difficulty levels that will be up to expectations of international riders from all corners of the world. Entirely single track- the course can really be classed as real Cross-Country. There can be no comparisons made with any other courses because of the bush veld terrain at Thaba Trails. The course will soon be open to riders to familiarise themselves with the Thaba Challenge. All CSA licensed riders are eligible to participate with rider categories from Under 14 to 60 plus years old. entries will be opened on the cycling South Africa web page shortly.

one of the six purpose built rocky challenges to be found on the 4,5 km Xco course at Thaba Trails.

Genevieve Van coller (16), the current youth marathon champion, will be try-ing her legs in the SA mountain Bike Xco and downhill championships this year for the first time. The Limpopo rider was spotted at Thaba Trails last week getting some practise in and familiar with the course. She said Cross-Country is a lot more technical but she is up for the challenge. Van Coller will still compete in Marathon events.

Ready for Cross-Country

chAllenGinG herSelf: Genevieve Van coller.

Southern elite football Astro (SefA) is proud to announce the opening of their first astro turf at the Alberton football club. They will be hosting a mini world cup Tournament between 13 and 16 June. 32 countries, 32 teams, 1 winner and great prizes to be won. This is the only football astro turf in the Johannesburg South area, and they hope to attract a new audience to join them on the astro. They are also hoping to open a second astro turf by the end of the year.For more information visit www.sefaarena.leaguerepublic.com or e-mail them [email protected] Brazilian Soccer School are also training on the astro turf 5 days a week, contact Brendan on 084 580 6661.

Astro turf at Alberton Football Club

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St Catherine’s School hosted Assumption Convent in the first ladies soccer game after the easter holiday. Assumption Convent brought big game temperament to the fixture, which was well contested. The game ended with the scoreboard displaying a 3 – 2 score in favour of the home team.The St Catherine’s ladies played this game in their new all-red kit, sponsored by tame TIMES and started the game playing as though they were in a cup final. St Catherine’s

were first to put the ball behind the net early in the first half. The goal was soon followed up with another goal, a goal which found the home supporters their voices. Assumption Convent found their game and two goals late into the half. Assumption’s goals both came from defence splitting passes and great runs.The teams walked onto the field in the second half rejuvenated and showing a brand new focus and a better shape in their position play. Due to better discipline and

structure from both teams, the second half was a more tactical game. Towards the last quarter of the second half the girls started showing signs of fatigue and loss of shape, but some determination by a St Catherine’s goal poacher lead to a corner which was driven into Assumption Convents goal area and deflected past the goal keeper and into the net, giving St Catherine’s their winning goal.

St Catherine’s ladies hold on to a victory

St Catherine’s proved to be a well-oiled machine even after the Easter holiday break.

On Saturday 10 May St Benedict’s College hosted St David’s for the first hockey fixture after the April school holidays. Both teams were eager for a win and provided a well battled game form. St David’s applied the pressure early in the game, forcing the St Benedict’s defence to take on countless waves of attack. The Bennies defenders matched each attack with equally strong defence, refusing to concede the first goal. The first half finished with the teams in a goalless deadlock.Both coaches looked change things quickly in the 2nd half,

St David’s took the lead with a counter attack goal. St Benedict’s launched their own attacks, but St David’s goalkeeper kept his team in the lead thanks to his numerous saves. A goal for Bennies came from excellent individual skill from Steven Paulo. With the scores levelled once again, the momentum favoured St Benedict’s. A 2nd goal for St Benedict’s came from a failed short corner, with Tyrone Vd Walt forcing the ball into the goal to take the lead and final score of 2-1 to St Benedict’s. A very good win against a strong opposition.

Tough game results in Bennies victory

Goue Leeus nederlaag

Die Goue Leeus het Saterdag teen die GWK Griquas op GWK Park in Kimberley te staan gekom in die Vodacom Cup finale. Hoewel die Goue Leeus nie die beker gewen het nie, het hulle na ‘n wipplank jaar steeds die finale gehaal.Die GWK Griquas het die tuisveld voordeel gehad en het hulle ondersteuners beslis nie teleurgestel nie. Met ‘n telling van 30-6 het hulle as 2014 Vodacom Cup kampioene weggestap.Die Goue Leeus en die Griquas is nou gelyk, in terme van die Vodacom Cup titel, elk van die spanne het die Vodacom beker al vyf keer verower.Losskakel, Willie du Plessis het die wedstryd vir die Goue Leeus goed begin deur punte binne die eerste twee minute aan te teken met ‘n strafskop. Die Griquas het wel kort daarna terug geantwoord met ‘n skepskop deur Francois Brummer.Du Plessis het nog kanse gehad om doelle te skop, maar het twee keer gemis. Hy was suksesvol met ‘n skepskop en het die Leeus vir ‘n ruk met drie punte laat voorloop.Teen halftyd het die Griquas 16-6 voorgeloop. Hulle het die tweede helfte begin deur druk op die Leeus te plaas met hul goeie verdediging en slim aanval-tegnieke. Die resultaat hiervan was twee verdoelde drieë. Die Leeus kon egter nie daarin slaag op enige punte in die tweede helfte aan te teken nie en het die Griquas met die wen laat wegstap.

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