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DONDERDAG2OKTOBER
. VLV Varings van Brackenfell vergader om 09:00 vir 09:30 in Die Ark aan die kant van NG kerk Brackenfell-Wes se gebou. Madeleen van der Berg gaan vertel van die aalwyn (Aloe ferox) en sy voordele in ons alledaagse gesondheid en velsorg. Teegeld beloop R20 Lootjies kos R5 elk.
FRIDAY3OCTOBER
. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of flavour fun, and community spirit at the Spring Night Market at Kraaifontein Civic Centre from 16:00 to 21:00 Entry is free There will be 60+ stalls, food trucks, spot prizes, kids activities and something for everyone For enquiries contact Garth on 078 638 1540
. The Association of Woodturners of South Africa will have their annual symposium at Northlink College, Tygerberg campus (opposite Panorama Mediclinic) until 6 October They will have an international demonstrator from Newcastle in the UK by the name of Helen Bailey For more information on the event visit awsa.org.za
SATERDAG4OKTOBER
. Die Bellville Senior Sentrum/Chrismar Villas hou van 09:00 tot 11:00 sy jaarlikse tradisionele basaar by Jessiestraat 25 in Chrismar Bellville Al die tradisionele lekkernye soos pannekoek, basaarpoeding, jaffels, vetkoek, hamburgers, boereworsrolle, pampoenkoekies en roosterkoeke sal daar wees, asook die heerlikste tuisgebakte lekkernye Winskopies en verrassings wag by die plaas-, wit olifant- en handwerktafel en vir die boekwurms is daar 'n boeketafel. Chrismar Villas se eie orkes sal die hele oggend musiek maak. Koskaartjies kan op die dag gekoop word of vooraf in kantoorure (Maandag tot Vrydag van 08:00 tot 12:00) by 021 910 1250 Kaartfasiliteite sal beskikbaar wees.
. Die Vriende van Bellville-biblioteek se groot opruimingsverkoping van gehalte-CD’s en DVD’s begin in die foyer van die biblioteeksentrum in Carel van Aswegenstraat Dit duur tot 25 Oktober, of so lank voorraad hou. Honderde CD’s van top- klassieke opnames tot alle genres van populêre musiek sal teen weggeepryse te koop wees. Die DVD’s sluit topflieks en reekse in Die verkoping is oop in gewone biblioteekure Slegs kontant word aanvaar
. Arms of Mercy – Charm a Child, bied ´n fondsinsamelingsgeleentheid getiteld "Hope Wears a Crown" aan in samewerking met die Tygerberg Lionsklub Die geleentheid duur van 09:30 tot 13:00 en word gehou by die Parow-gholfklub Kaartjies kos R200 en sluit 'n ligte middagete in. Kaartjies is beskikbaar by Quicket Stuur 'n WhatsApp na 076 463 0821 vir meer inligting.
. The Cape Town Gem and Mineral Club will be having its Open Day from 10:00 to 14:00 at 14aGoede Hoop Street, Bothasig. All welcome, from mineral specimen collectors, to friends, families and especially children. Free entrance Learn more about the hobby of crystal, gem and mineral specimen collecting and related craftwork, or buy items from member traders. Visit www ctminsoc.org.za or send an email to capetowngemmineralclub@gmail.com
. Magnolia, die ACVV-dienstak in Bellville se basaar word van 09:00 tot 12:30 aangebied. Besoekers kan kies en keur tussen tradisionele lekkernye, soos die alombekende pannekoek en basaarpoeding. Die witolifanttafel beloof ook om iets interessants te hê asook kunsvlyt met 'n spesiale kindertafel. Vir diegene wat wil rus, gaan daar 'n kafee wees met lafenis Musiek gaan deur DL Leon gemaak word. Magnolia is in Baxterstraat, Sanlamhof Skakel 021 948 6085 vir meer besonderhede
. The annual Cape Clivia Club show will take place this year at the Bellville Civic Centre, 80 Voortrekker Road on Saturday 4 (09:00 to 17:00) and Sunday 5 October (09:00 to 15:00). Not only will you be able to see all the beautiful clivias entered in the show along with a special display of the winners, but there will also be plenty of clivias for sale If you have any questions about cultivating clivias, their members will be available to share advice and tips. Please note: Only cash is accepted at the entrance, but sellers have card facilities.
. Join Huis Ravenzicht for a fun-filled Bazaar at 161 9th Avenue, Belmont Park, Kraaifontein, starting at 09:00 Bring the whole family and friends for a day filled with delicious food, homemade treats, coffee and cake, lively stalls, music, laughter, and true community spirit Everyone is welcome For more information, email info@huisravenzicht co.za or call 021 988 7454
SUNDAY5OCTOBER
. Join the Cape Town Chamber choir for their newest concert at 16:00 at St Martini Church in Long Street, Cape Town. Experience their latest repertoire in a beautiful setting many of the members are from the northern suburbs. Tickets R220 - R250 at Quicket or at the door
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BIDVIRLEDEINBLOU
Die nasionale biddag vir polisieveiligheid in die Wes-Kaap het Vrydag by die Bethel Tabernacle-kerk in Scottsville in Kraaifontein plaasgevind Die doel van die geleentheid was om te bid vir die veiligheid van polisiebeamptes in die uitvoering van hul pligte,sowel as vir ’n afname in misdaad in die land.In die tydperk tussen 1 April verlede jaar en 31 Maart vanjaar is 27 polisiebeamptes in die uitvoering van hul pligte dood Hier spreek Lt Kol Fraygon Plaatjies,polisie-kapelaan in die Wes-Kaap,die gehoor toe FOTO: SOLLY LOTTERING
Morgenster),Bradley September (Maastricht),Mervyn ,Darryl Jacobs (adjunk-direkteur-generaal van die en (De Grendel),Angelo Firtuin (Ongegund),Shaun om) en Tania Tait (Shoprite Freshmark,een van die
Mobile office heads to B’fell
In its ongoing efforts to bring local government services closer to communities, the City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will be making a stop in Brackenfell this week.
The initiative is aimed at improving accessibility to municipal services and supporting residents with a range of enquiries, right in their own neighbourhoods.
Residents are encouraged to visit the mobile office on Friday 3 October from 09:30 to 13:30 at Rusoord Community Hall in Dennegeur Street Brackenfell.
During these visits, officials from the City’s Customer Relations Department will be on hand to assist residents with logging service requests and addressing non-emergency municipal queries These include issues related to water, electricity, refuse collection, sewerage, rates, and other account-related concerns
“These visits form part of the City’s commitment to bringing services to various communities and making local government more accessible to residents,” says Theresa Uys, Mayco member for corporate services.
“By bringing these services right to the residents’ doorsteps, they can engage with the City on a wide range of matters.”
Residents are reminded to bring their identity documents or municipal accounts to help speed up the process on the day
Craft market supports those in need
The Durbanville Craft Market, with its friendly, relaxed atmosphere, will be hosting its monthly charity market on Saturday 4 October from 09:00 to 14:00 (weather permitting) at 5 Louw Street behind the Durbanville Police Station Registered charities and children crafters are invited to join at no charge Stall fees of only R100 will be donated to charity
The market is pet friendly and entrance is free . Call Durbanville Craft Market on 066 059 7251 or email durbanvillecraftmarket@ gmail com for more information.
Huis Visser het Vrydag Brackies se geesbeker voor die spanne van Huis Brümmer en Huis Stassen weggeraap by die oudste skolesportportbyeenkoms in Brackenfell waar die skool,wat in Januarie 120 jaar oud sal wees,se jaarlikse interhuis-atletiekbyeenkoms op die Brack gehou is Die jubelende spanleiers van Huis Visser is (voor van links) Annemieke Theron,Carmia van der Walt en Luan Sadie Agter hulle staan Danél van der Merwe, Mieke Saayman,Ashley Vengayi,Sean Trollip,Iminathi Maqina,Haker Williams en Armand Swanepoel
Brackieshou interhuis-atletiek
Die leerders van die Laerskool
Brackenfell het Vrydag alles uitgehaal in hul tradisionele interhuis-atletiekstryd op die Brak, waar die spanne mekaar behoorlik opgekeil het. Hoewel al die baanitems Vrydag afgehandel is, kon die atletiekbeker nog nie baas kry nie
Die reën wat die velditems Dinsdag ontwrig het, het die skool verplig om die velditems eers vandeesweek te voltooi voordat die atletiekbeker vandag bepaal sal word
Huis Visser het egter daarin geslaag om die skool se geesbeker te verower
Die hoogtepunt van die velditems wat wel verlede week afgehandel kon word, is beslis die skool se 10-jarige WP-
hoogspringer Edwin du Toit, wat die item vir seuns o 10 met n rekordsprong gewen het
Die skool se langasems was Vrydag se sterre en het die byeenkoms op n hoë noot begin
Die landloopatlete van Brackies wat regdeur die jaar aan die gang was, het met pragvertonings vorendag gekom
Die afwesigheid van die gebruiklike afloswedlope van vroeër wat hierdie byeenkoms voorheen op n hoogtepunt afgesluit het, is weer gevoel
Gelukkig het die skool se onderwysers besluit om mekaar in n 80 m-wedloop te pak, wat gewen is deur n haastige Charles Lotriet met George Jonker en Alex de Villiers kort op sy hakke
Brackies se WP-hoogspringer Edwin du Toit het verlede week by die skool se jaarlikse interhuisatletiekbyeenkoms op die Brack gewys hy is gereed vir hoër hoogtes in
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LEWENSKIEKIE
Hoekom lol met iets wat werk?
Hoekom is dit so dat mense iets wil verander wat regtig goed gewerk het? Is verandering dan nie juis daar om iets beter te maak nie dus, goed wat nie reg werk nie, te verander sodat dit beter werk?
As die toepassing op jou foon om jou gimnasium se oefenklasse te bespreek regtig baie goed gewerk het, wie is daardie persoon wat dink dis nou 'n bak gedagte om dit te verander? Pleks die persoon 'n ware verbetering doen en die font groter maak dat 'n mens jou klas sonder 'n vergrootglas kan bespreek, of dat jy ten minste kan inzoom as jy nie die mikroskopiese lettertjies kan sien nie Hoekom skuif supermarkte gedurig hul goed rond? Al rede daarvoor is, dink ek, dat hulle hoop jy soek so naarstiglik rond in al wat n gangetjie is dat jy só al meer winskope raaksien en koop
Maar die teenoorgestelde is in my geval waar Dit frustreer net die dinges uit my uit dat die meel nou gepak is op die rak waar ek gewoond was die eiers was So is ek gister sonder die soppakkies wat ek wou koop by die winkel uit nadat ek op en af tussen die rakke gestap het op soek daarna Ek sal dit maar elders koop, waar ek weet waar op die rak dit te vinde is
BEENLIGTEENLAMPPAAL
Daar is mos die grappie dat as iets verander, dit waarskynlik 'n nuwe besem is wat aangestel is en hy nou soos 'n hond sy been teen die lamppaal lig om sy merk te laat
Natuurlik is daar vernuwing, of moet ek liewer sê verandering, wat rewolusionêr was Dink maar net aan die wiel Hoewel, dit my dronk slaan dat enigeen ooit kon dink n vierkantige wiel is hoegenaamd prakties
...METELKENUWEBESEMISDAARNUWEDINGE ..
Die uitdink van die gloeilamp was natuurlik aardskuddend, maar ook glad nie so briljant in die lang termyn nie Thomas Edison sal in sy graf omdraai as hy moet weet al wat 'n gloeilamp is, is al met 'n LED-lamp vervang - ten minste in Suid-Afrika, waar elektrisiteit 'n duur kommoditeit is Tot op 'n dag dat iemand "ontdek" die boks by Woolworths vir al die gebruikte LED-lampe is vol, en wat maak ons nou met al die gebruikte LED-lampies? Tyd vir 'n nuwe blink gedagte?
UITDIEOUDEDOOS
So, was dit nou eintlik slim om die gloeilamp te ontdek? Nee Motors wat petrol of diesel gebruik? Nee Selfone? Tablette in skole? Ouers staan tou om hul kinders in te skryf by skole waar daar net op tablette gewerk word kinders van die toekoms, glo hulle Maar, lees ek, in Denemarke, wat ons seker so 20 jaar vooruit is, is selfone en persoonlike tablette sedert verlede jaar uit skole verban laer- én hoërskole Wat weet Denemarke wat ons in Suid-Afrika nog moet leer? Dalk dat alle veranderings nie altyd vooruitgang is nie
Die jonger geslag dink natuurlik als van dáárdie jare is uit die oude doos, dat als wat nuut is, beter is Maar, as 'n mens al amper 30 jaar by een maatskappy werk, sien jy dit veral met elke nuwe besem verander dinge en hoe dit gedoen word, tot jy eintlik nie meer weet of jy kom of gaan nie Net sodat dit ná 'n paar jaar weer verander na iets amper soos dit was voor dit verander het
As jy lank genoeg soos 'n reier in die malende stroom van verandering in die poel staan en kyk na die gedruis hier om jou pote, besef jy dat dit eintlik maar net dieselfde water is niks verander werklik nie
Waarom dan lol met iets wat werk?
-ESMÉERASMUS
WAT‘N UITSIG! Alles lyk net soveel beter hier van bo af,skryf‘n Bellville-leser wat onlangs‘n duif se ruskans vanaf sy woonstel op die sesde verdieping afgeneem het “‘n Pragtige voël wat die mooi uitsig geniet Wonder wat deur hierdie voël se gedagtes gaan?” FOTO: ARCHIBALD MAREE
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Call on Kuils River business community to step up
A quiet concern is growing among community leaders and parents in Kuils River: a noticeable lack of structured activities and positive outlets for the area’s youth
This observation points to a deeper issue of youth inactivity, which community advocates warn is a fertile ground for increased crime, antisocial behaviour, and long-term social challenges
On any given afternoon groups of young people can be seen with nowhere to go and little to do While not inherently problematic, this idleness, experts say, creates a vacuum that can easily be filled by negative influences
When young people are disengaged, without positive channels for their energy and creativity, they become vulnerable Boredom can quickly turn into mischief, petty crime, or worse, as they seek belonging and excitement elsewhere We are seeing the early signs of this and it is a cycle we must break
The dangers extend beyond crime Inactivity contributes to poor physical health, mental health struggles like depression and anxiety, and a pervasive sense of hopelessness about the future The result is not only a threat to the safety of the community but also a tragic waste of potential talent and ambition
Whose responsibility is it to address this?
While local government and non-profit organisations strive to make an impact, their resources are stretched thin There is a growing consensus that a crucial partner is missing from the equation: local business
Businesses in Kuils River can no longer afford to focus solely on their bottom line while the community around them faces a dire need The health of a business is intrinsically tied to the health of its community A community plagued by crime, hostility,
Spoil grandma and grandpa
The International Day of Older People is observed on 1 October each year On 14 December 1990, the United Nations General Assembly designated 1 October as the International Day of Older Persons This was preceded by initiatives such as the Vienna international Plan of Action on Ageing, which was adopted by the 1982 World Assembly on Ageing and endorsed later that year by the UN General Assembly The holiday was observed for the first time on 1 October 1991 In 1991, the General Assembly adopted the United Nations Principles for Older Persons In 2002, the Second World Assembly on Ageing adopted The Political Declaration and the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing to respond to the opportunities and challenges of population ageing in the 21st century and to promote the development of a society for all ages
The number of older people (defined as those aged 65 years or older) tripled from around 260 million in 1980 to 761 million in 2021 Between 2021 and 2050, the global share of the older population is projected to increase from less than 10% to around 17% In societies with aging populations, it becomes imperative to adjust to the increasing number of elderly individuals who possess a diverse range of functional capacities
The capability to carry out essential functions and partake in everyday activities is influenced not solely by an individual's inherent capacity but also by the social and physical environments in which they reside Supportive environments such as family friends churches and local government play a pivotal role in assisting older persons to maintain their activity levels and independence as they progress in age
Older Persons Week is celebrated from 26 September to 2 October this year
Spoil grandpa and grandma by visiting or phone them If they stay far away video chat with them But what about an “appreciation day”? Celebrate by having dinner together Maybe you can show them something new on the cellphone Most important, tell them regularly that you love them and pray for them every day
ALBIN BOWLER, Email
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and a disengaged youth is bad for business It can deter customers make it difficult to attract and retain employees, and create an environment of instability that stifles economic growth
The notion of corporate social responsibility must move from being a peripheral PR exercise to a core business strategy We are not asking for handouts We are asking for partnership We need businesses to come on board and be genuine partners in community development
This partnership can take many forms: sponsoring local sports teams funding after-school art and music programmes, offering their premises for workshops, providing mentors, or creating dedicated internship and learnership opportunities for school-leavers The investment needed is not solely financial; expertise, time, and infrastructure are equally valuable
The long-term payoff of such investment is immense By helping to create a network of youth centres, sports leagues, and skills-development workshops to mention just a few, local businesses would be investing in a future generation of employees, customers, and community leaders They would help foster a culture of positivity, inclusivity, and pride, directly countering the allure of crime and antisocial behaviour
Transforming Kuils River from a potential hotspot of youth discontent into a hub of opportunity requires a collective effort
The youth need guidance and outlets, the community needs safety and hope Local businesses have a unique power and resources to help provide both The time for waiting is over The call is for Kuils River’s business community to step up and become the architects of a safer, more vibrant, and prosperous future for all FEZEKILE COTANI, Soneike, Kuils River
Toe kry ons dit ‘n ruk gelede op nasionale radio sommer so reg uit die perd se bek Sonder om te blik of te bloos Die pot goud is net hier waar ons Kapenaars woon, reg onder die punt van die reënboog Kaapstad is mos die stad in die land waarheen elke Jan Rap en sy maat sonder werk en inkomste kan stroom om daar te gaan plak, te vermeerder en gratis dienste van die stadsraad kry Hier is mos baie ryk mense wat belas kan word om hiervoor voorsiening te maak deur ekstra fooie te betaal
Sonder om te blik of te bloos word daar ook aangekondig dat daar selfs van die ander provinsies is wat baat sal vind hierby Bid jou aan! Dit is dus nie n klein ou potjie goud waarvan ons hier praat nie; dit moet ‘n baie groot pot goud wees wat net meer en meer mense na die Kaap lok - werklose mense wat niks tot die ekonomie bydra nie
Ons word nou selfs belas om skoonmaakaksies te befonds Net asof die inwoners in die woonbuurt waar ons woon die strate en parke bemors Neem kennis dat ons self die rommel optel wat mense, wat verbyloop, in ons tuine gooi Die vraag is: hoe gaan mense wat hul eie omgewing so bemors dat ‘n mens nie eens daar verby wil ry nie, ooit leer om hul omgewing skoon te hou indien ander voortdurend vir die opruiming moet betaal?
Al gehoor van die groep kinders wat met lekkergoed beloon is nadat hulle ‘n skoonmaak- en opruimingsaksie uitgevoer het? Ja, u raai korrek Die lekkergoedpapiertjies is oombliklik weer op dieselfde terrein laat val!
Baie van ons het deur ons loopbane ekstra geldjies gebruik om ons woninigs te verbeter en om die waarde daarvan op te stoot
Kondig datums vir skoonmaakdae af waarop mense self hul eie bemorste omgewings skoon moet maak Verskaf slegs die vragmotors waarmee die vulles weggery kan word Dit werk in ander Afrikalande noord van ons waar daar ‘n wil is om tussen die semels uit te kom In dié dele waar dit hier nie werk nie, was julle hande in onskuld en laat hulle voortploeter BELASTINGVOOS, E-pos
DennyMushrooms closingdown
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ESME ERASMUS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
In a very unfortunate turn of events, the Denny’s Fresh Mushrooms Cape Town facility near Fisantekraal will close its doors before the end of January next year after being in business for 40 years
The closure of the business, which was established in 1986, will affect 376 employees, of whom 70% is from Fisantekraal and Durbanville, says Natasha Evason, communications and investor relations manager on enquiry by TygerBurger
CHALLENGES
Libstar, of which Denny’s Fresh Mushrooms Cape Town is part of, announced the decision of the closure on 16 September at the announcement of its first-half year results
"The facility has unfortunately been operating at a sustained loss due to structural production challenges, including rising input costs, resource constraints and biosecurity pressures
“Despite extensive negotiations, no viable commercial agreements could be secured to safeguard the site’s long-term future As a result, Libstar has commenced labour consultations regarding the closure," Evason says
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"Wherever possible, Libstar is working to absorb staff into other business units and is engaging transparently with
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stakeholders to support employees and the surrounding farming community Given the current labour consultations and processes underway, no further details can be shared at this stage," she says
Charl de Villiers, chief executive officer of Libstar, says closing the facility has been an incredibly difficult, but necessary decision given the site’s ongoing losses and the structural pressures that have made its recovery unviable
"Our priority is to support our people through this transition, while ensuring continuity of mushroom supply for our customers," De Villiers says Their fresh mushroom facility in Johannesburg will continue to operate, supplying Denny’s national volumes
"While this site can meet ongoing market demand, the fresh mushrooms business remains under long-term review as we sharpen our focus on value-added food categories Libstar remains committed to engaging openly with employees, customers, and industry stakeholders throughout this process,” he says
The Denny fresh mushroom farm in KwaZulu-Natal was destroyed in a fire in September 2022 and the assets will also be sold
Golf day for Downs
Down with Dough, a Durbanvillebased social enterprise and non-profit organisation, is hosting its annual golf day on Friday 31 October at Bellville Golf Club
"We are hosting the golf day to raise much-needed funds to expand our organisation and train and upskill more young adults with intellectual disabilities With our proven training and personal development programme we equip them with baking and life skills, encouraging a life of appropriate independence," says Elize Roelofse, spokesperson on behalf of Down with Dough Their delicious gluten-fee brownies and
bread are already well-renowned in the area They also bake gluten-free nutritious treats for fury friends
The cost of a four-ball is R3 600
"If you cannot enter the four-ball, you can donate hampers, cash or vouchers as prizes for our four-ball, raffle and auction," invites Roelofse
"As a registered NPO with PBo status, any monetary donations will qualify for a Sars Section 18A Certificate and can be deducted off your annual taxable income," she says
. Contact Elize or Marcel on 063 112 0078 or downwithdoughgolf@gmail.com for more information.
number of employees affected, of whom 70% is from Fisantekraal and Durbanville
Members of Down with Dough in Durbanville is hosting a golf day on Friday 31 October to raise funds.
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Please contact social worker Elma Filmalter, on 021 949 9321 / 074 739 2148 regarding an urgent family matter.
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ARace brings fun and fitness
In Touch Athletic Club hosted the 14th annual Voet of the Wine Route road races on Sunday 28 September starting and finishing at Zevenwacht Mall
This year pre-entries sold out ahead of the event Brigett Smit of the organising committee said they were overwhelmed by the support "We were thrilled that we were sold out in terms of our permit requirements, but sad that we had to
turn away so many of our friends in the running community "
There were around 1500 finishers across the three distances - a 5km fun run, a 10 km and a half marathon (21,1 km)
"We are grateful to our community, especially our residents who were directly impacted by the race We thank them for their continued support and understanding," Smit said
The 10 km and half marathon runners ran through Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Still smiling.
A‘bus’running past the dam at Zevenwacht Wine Estate PHOTOS: ABPHOTOZA
