Even though it was a long weekend, our dedicated team held another sterilisation clinic on Saturday where they sterilised another 12 dogs. Thank you to Dr Lee Pachonick, Debbie Cook , Diana Santoro and the rest of the Funda Nenja team. You guys really are The A-Team.
Braco farm was established by newlyweds Campbell and Camilla Shaw in 1905. Successive generations have tended and developed this farm and notably the gardens. Mention must be made of Yvonne Shaw (wife of Rev Victor Shaw) and her son William Shaw, who lovingly developed the gardens from the 1970s. The farm is now owned and managed by the Braco Trust. The trustees are primarily members of the family committed to maintaining Braco (the farmhouse, gardens, indigenous bush and farmlands) as a magnificent heritage. We see ourselves as custodians of this stunning portion of the Karkloof. We want to share this heritage with anyone who would like to visit. There are 12 acres to explore. At the moment there are 500 camellia trees flowering and early flowering azaleas as well as bulbs coming up.
We will be open from 9.30am-4.30pm on the last Saturday and Sunday of the next few months (25 & 26 September, 30 & 31 October 2021).
The cost for visitors is R50 per car.
Tea, coffee and eats on sale or bring your own picnic.
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Every month our class instructors identify those handlers and dogs who are ready to be promoted to the next level and those who have made outstanding progress. Rosettes and prizes are given to these teams in recognition of their efforts and to motivate them to keep up the good work. Positive reinforcement works for both kids and dogs!
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On International Day of Peace -
Spread these Safety Tips for peace in our communities:
- Ensure your mobile phone is charged and has airtime
- Speed Dial (Save important numbers on your phone)
- ALWAYS be aware of your surroundings & the people around you
- Never meet anyone at an abandoned place (especially alone)
- Always tell someone where you are going
- You have the right to refuse any unwelcome, uncomfortable or confusing touch or actions by others (even if it is family, friends or teachers)
- If you are not comfortable with anything someone asks you to do, you are in your full right to say NO.
- If someone forces/threatens you to do it, tell someone
- Do not accept anything with strings attached
- Look out for signs of abuse or violence around you and report these
- If in doubt call the Human Trafficking Hotline 0800222777
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Last week mention was made of the number of over 80 year old active bowlers at our club. Fourteen of them arrived to play on the greens yesterday and to attend the club’s AGM.
The AGM was very well- attended. The President of the club read an address from the President of NIBA in which he apologized for being unable to attend personally and encouraged us to get social bowlers to become registered members. Umgeni Waterfall is pleased that many of the group of social players, including sponsors, who have been seen on our greens recently have now become fully registered members.
At the AGM, it gave us much pleasure to welcome two more social members as full members: These are Petro Castle and Mark Schraader.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS FOR SEPTEMBER
Our final event for this month is the Woodstone Craft Café’s 2 Bowl Trips to be played on Friday, 24 September (Heritage Day). Any teams still wishing to enter please contact the convenor on 071 164 3162 by Thursday, 23 September. Start time is 09h00 sharp. Teams are encouraged to be at the club by 08h45.
GENERAL
Coaching by qualified coaches is available by arrangement – phone or Whatsapp 071 164 3162. Prospective new members, experienced or novice are always welcome! Come along on any club day and speak to any one of our friendly members.
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Are you looking for a school for your little one for 2022?
Why not pop in on Saturday and come see what makes Howick Pre-Primary so special!
Children 4 months to 6 years old welcome????
PLEASE RSVP to Mrs Hills!
Find Howick Pre-Primary at 6 Rhodes Avenue in Howick, KZN.
Following the success of last year’s virtual European Film Festival, the 2021 edition will take place predominantly online from 14 to 24 October.
A selection of 18 films from Europe, 13 of which have been directed by women, will be screened free of charge, providing a window onto what is fresh and new in the film industries of the respective countries. Four new participants – the Czech Republic, Denmark, Switzerland and Ukraine – will complement those from last year: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, along with the return of Portugal.
This is reflected in the theme of this year’s festival, Healing Journeys. Healing – be it mental, physical, spiritual or societal – is vital to the human condition, to our humanity, to our existence. This applies in both South Africa and in Europe, where despite our different contexts and histories, there exists common experience and a mutual need for healing.
The films on show will present, through the lenses of European filmmakers, a snapshot of experiences of re-establishing oneself after sometimes traumatic and possibly cathartic experiences. They deal with journeys that include organic growth, transition, and processes of self-discovery. Many include a healthy dose of humour, bringing some possibly much-needed laughter into our lives. Much of the humour is of a more cerebral nature … films that make you smile and think at the same time.
Essentially, these films present stories of hope, humanity and thought-provoking intrigue, show-casing new work by some of Europe’s most accomplished filmmakers alongside exciting new talent.
“We are deep into our second year of confronting the threat of Covid-19, both in terms of our lives and our livelihoods. It has been difficult … everyone is affected. This year’s European Film Festival has been inspired by overcoming difficulty and challenge. Its theme, Healing Journeys, seems rather appropriate for our times. I take this opportunity to invite you – irrespective of whether you are a repeat or a first-time viewer –to join us on this year’s exciting cinematic, and healing, journey,” says EU Ambassador Riina Kionka.
The Films:
Here is a brief look at the 2021 line-up of films, nearly all of which have won awards, with the newer films also certain to do so.
Austria
A woman needs a new kidney, but is her husband ready to donate? Michael Kreihsl’s Risks and Side Events is a lively comedy about marriage, hypochondria, friends, architects, secrets, and taking risks.
Belgium
Jan Verheyen and Lien Willaert’s film Save Sandra is based on the true and highly topical story of a girl diagnosed with a rare muscular disease, and her father’s fierce battle with the pharmaceutical industry to gain access to medical treatment, raising ethical and societal questions in the process.
Czech Republic
Agnieszka Holland’s politically charged drama Charlatan takes us inside the conflicted life of a non-conformist herbalist, exploring his unshakeable commitment to his calling, the illicit relationship with his assistant, as he perseveres first under Nazi then Communist regimes in Czechoslovakia.
Denmark
The 2021 Oscar for Best International Feature Film went to Thomas Vinterberg’s Another Round, in which four jaded high school teachers embark on a risky experiment to maintain a constant level of intoxication throughout the workday. Mads Mikkelsen is at his scintillating best in this mature blend of comedy, tragedy, and human behaviour.
France
Starring Gérard Depardieu and Déborah Lukumuena, Robust is an outstanding feature debut by Constance Meyer about an aging film star and a young security guard responsible for watching over him. Despite their differences, life has shaped them in ways more similar than they thought, and their unlikely friendship becomes a search for authenticity, laden with intrigue and humour.
Germany
In Mr Bachmann and His Class the ever-patient teacher uses unconventional methods to inspire his young citizens-in-the-making with a sense of curiosity and appreciation of the complex social and cultural realities of their worlds. Maria Speth’s life-affirming documentary beautifully highlights what a quietly spectacular process education can be.
Ireland
Ruth Meehan’s The Bright Side is a moving and uplifting story about a stand-up comedian diagnosed with breast cancer. Armed with cynicism and blackly comic jokes, her exit strategies are upended when she encounters four powerful women whose unsolicited friendships challenge her, soften her and ultimately blow open her shut-down heart.
Italy
On the face of it, the brightly paced comedy Parents vs Influencers, directed by Michela Andreozzi, seems to focus on the world of social media and influencers, but the heart of it is about change and resistance to change. And father-daughter relationships! And family!
Lithuania
A high-seas jump from a Soviet ship to a US vessel in an attempt for political asylum goes horribly wrong. About an ordinary man who became a symbol for freedom-seeking refugees everywhere, director Giedrė Žickytė’s The Jump takes us on a stranger-than-fiction journey that reaches all the way up to the White House.
The Netherlands
Antoinette Beumer’s My Father is an Airplane is about a woman’s poignant search for the puzzle pieces of her past, a journey that raises questions about parental boundaries, the risks and dangers of childhood as well its joys, and of what it means to be loved and understood.
Poland
Never Gonna Snow Again is writer/ director Malgorzata Szumowska’s exquisitely off-beat story about how a masseur and hypnotist gains acceptance and stature in a wealthy gated community, touching on class, immigration, and global warming.
Portugal
With magnificent black and white cinematography, João Botelho’s The Year of the Death of Ricardo Reis brings to screen José Saramago’s novel about a fictitious author’s homecoming, his romantic dalliances, and his mysterious encounters with the ghost of Fernando Pessoa.
Spain
Icíar Bollaín’s gem of a romantic comedy Rosa’s Wedding concerns a woman making radical changes in her life, and this includes a surprise wedding, much to the dismay of her family. A film about self-empowerment and gaining independence.
Sweden
Run Uje Run is an biographical music dramedy about the way life takes turns you could never have imagined. Henrik Schyffert’s directorial debut features musician and actor Uje Brandelius playing himself in this unusual and darkly witty indie drama about appreciating what you have.
Switzerland
Writer-director duo Stéphanie Chuat and Véronique Reymond’s, My Little Sister is an intimate, personal tale about sibling love in which a sister gives her all to support her ailing twin brother, and inspires herself at the same time. A powerful look at the bonds both breakable and unbreakable in family.
Ukraine
Kateryna Gornostai’s Stop-Zemlia anchors its open-ended narrative around an introverted schoolgirl and her classmates in this sympathetic portrait of the tidal forces of teenage-hood. A deeply personal story about self-discovery and the patience it requires.
United Kingdom
In Aleem Khan’s ground-breaking feature debut After Love, Joanna Scanlan puts in a phenomenal performance as a white, English Muslim convert uncovering secrets after the death of her husband, while exploring complex themes of loss, cultural identity and reconciliation.
Special Co-Production Presentation
Oscar nominee Jasmila Žbanić’s Quo Vadis Aida? is an extraordinary co-production between nine European countries, in which a UN translator is caught between doing her job and trying to help local inhabitants and her own family when the Serbian army takes over the small town of Srebrenica.
Please note that the films are geo-blocked for viewing in South Africa only. For film synopses, trailers and how to watch, please visit www.eurofilmfest.co.za
The European Film Festival 2021 is a partnership project of the Delegation of the European Union to South Africa and 17 European embassies and cultural agencies in South Africa: the Embassies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, and the British Council, Camoes Institute of Portugal, Diplomatic Representation of Flanders, French Institute in South Africa, Goethe-Institut, and Italian Cultural Institut. The festival is organised in cooperation with Cineuropa and coordinated by Creative WorkZone.
Photo: The Bright Side stars Gemma Leah Devereu
Trailer link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKgA7VGe1VI
This year has once again been a tumultuous year for a number of reasons. Some of our internal club competitions had to be put on the backburner due to the ill health of many of our members, some of whom had to be hospitalised for medical procedures. We wish them all renewed health and strength. We are hopeful that everyone will be able to return to play in the near future. A good reason to be grateful is that, other than having to observe Covid-19 protocols, our members have been largely unaffected by this pandemic.
An interesting fact: At the time of writing Umgeni Waterfall Bowling Club has 19 strong, healthy members over the age of 80! Most of them still play on a regular, weekly basis. Could this be a record?
RESULTS
The winners of the the competition sponsored by Halfway Toyota Howick which was held on 08 September were Audrey van Coller and Dave McLean. The runners up were Ed Speed, Mike Cain and Neill Birdsey.
The Greendale SuperSpar competition was played on Saturday, 11 September was won by Ed Sharpe, Grace Abrahams and Shayne Knott. The runners up were Piet van Rensburg and David Mainprize.
We thank both Halfway Toyota and Greendale SuperSpar for their Continued support.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS FOR SEPTEMBER
Tuesday, 21 Sept. J Leslie Smith 2-4-2. Pre-entry required. Whatsapp 084 586 6984
Friday, 24 Sept. Woodstone Craft Café 2 Bowl Trips. Pre-entry required. Whatsapp 071 164 3162
GENERAL
Congratulations and welcome to Bruce Tucker and Pippa Griffin, the most recent members of Umgeni Waterfall Bowling Club. We hope you both have many years of fun at our club.
Regular Play: Tuesday and Wednesday (Dress Casual) and Saturday (Dress Whites) play commences at 13h30. Please be at the club by 13h15 at the latest. Play on Tuesdays commences at 09h00. Please be at the club by 08h45 at the latest.
Coaching by qualified coaches is available by arrangement – phone 033 239 2251 –evenings preferably after 17h00. Prospective new members, experienced or novice are always welcome! Come along on any club day and speak to any one of our friendly members.
Members are reminded of the 2021 AGM which is due to take place on 18 September 2021 at 15h30 as per notice posted on club’s board on 23 August.
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A friendly, welcoming club.
What a bumper week was had at the club.
The J Leslie Smith 2-4-2 Competition was played on Tuesday. The winners of the main event were John Withers and Grace Abrahams. The runners up were Dave McLean and Pat Norris. The winners of the plate event were Colin Burden and Melanie Ross.
The Heritage Day Competition sponsored by Woodstone Craft Café turned out to be a day of serious bowls and a lot of fun.
The winners of the competition Craig Whitby, Mark Taylor and Fanie Bester. Runners Up were Robbie Rajah, Vis Padayachee and Ian Bevis. The winners of the plate event were Kevin Palmer, Kirsten Hughes and Grace Abraham. Winners went home with generous vouchers for a meal at Woodstone Craft Café. We thank Craig Whitby of Craig Whitby Financial Services for the caps he provided as prizes. These were given as consolation prizes to the teams with the lowest scores.
The braai which followed prize-giving proved to be popular as was the Jumping Castle sponsored by Shayne Knott, which provided fun for the young ones (and some not so young) who were present.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS FOR OCTOBER - PLEASE DIARISE
Wednesday 13 October: Tabs In Competition sponsored by Halfway Toyota with vouchers for coffee and cake from The Treatery. Tabs In by 13h15
Tuesday, 19 October: 2-4-2 Start time is 09h00. Competition sponsored by J Leslie Smith and Dr Alan Sara. Pre-entry on list in clubhouse or by contacting Richard Chard on 083 269 3508
Friday, 22 October: Two Bowl Trips competition sponsored by Woodstone Craft Café. Existing Teams to pre-enter via the Woodstone Trips WhatsApp group. Any new teams wishing to enter may call or send a WhatsApp to to 071 164 3162
The Greendale Spar competition which normally takes place on the second Saturday of the month will be played on a date to be confirmed.
GENERAL
Coaching by qualified coaches is available by arrangement – phone or Whatsapp 071 164 3162. Prospective new members, experienced or novice are always welcome! Come along on any club day and speak to any one of our friendly members.
More about Umgeni Waterfall Bowling Club.
What should a landlord do with a non-paying tenant?
The first step is for the landlord to look at the payment clause together with the breach clause. The payment clause stipulates an amount and a date by which payments should be made. This enables the landlord to prove that the tenant is in breach. The breach clause will provide that in the event of non-payment, the landlord has the right to take certain actions, such as claiming specific performance or cancelling the agreement.
In the event that the lease agreement is cancelled due to a breach and the tenant fails to vacate the property, the aggrieved landlord will have the option of evicting the tenant. This can only be done by approaching the court to apply for an eviction order.
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Hosting a fundraising event is a fun way for you to assist us in creating awareness and raising funds on behalf of Sunfield.
For a few fundraising ideas please take a look at our website or contact us on 033 330 2094 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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UGEARS creates eye-catching and imaginative self-propelled wooden mechanical model kits that can be assembled without glue.
Designs are inspired by real-life mechanisms and embody a love of art and ingenuity. An engaging and rewarding experience for the whole family.
Available at Nuts About Books & Toys in Howick, KZN Midlands
In keeping with the theme of the International Coastal Clean-up Day which has been observed annually, on the third Saturday of September, globally since 1986, the KARKLOOF CONSERVANCY is having a CLEAN UP of our own - not only do our coastal areas need cleaning up, so do our inland areas!
Following concerns about the amount of litter everywhere, we have asked our local farmers, local communities and timber companies along the Karkloof road right up to Mbona Private nature reserve, up to Curry’s Post and over the Demagtenberg mountain to help us clean up our countryside.
We need to take responsibility of our environment and be able to take pride in where we live.
This year International Coastal Clean-up Day theme was : Keep trash in the bin and not in the ocean!
So we’re changing that to KEEP TRASH IN THE BIN - NOT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROADS!!!
If you would like to come out and join us, please email Jessica on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
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If you’re in the Lidgetton area of the KZN Midlands, let Uplink Fibre help you get connected!
Contact Tyler via WhatsApp / Call on: 033 004 0054.
Or visit our website and complete our contact form to book an on site assessment: www.uplinkfibre.co.za
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Join us for our very first walk into the beautiful indigenous forest around Rockwood.
Bookings are essential by emailing Jessica on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The Owl Box Project was excited to welcome a newly occupied owl box in Ballito to their occupancy database, and had been engaging with the property owner over the course of the breeding season on the progress of the owls.
Everything was going as normal until the owlets fledged. Then things did not seem right with the youngsters. They were picked up, and a trip to Ballito Vet revealed they were suffering from metabolic bone disorder. This is a nutritional deficiency that sees bone structure in particular not developing as normal due to a lack of essential minerals such as calcium. Instead of nice strong, robust bones, the bones become thin, frail and brittle, and break easily. While this condition is encountered regularly in incorrectly hand-raised animals, it is not seen very often in wild, parent-raised young .
We can only speculate at the cause. Perhaps it has something to do with odd weather conditions? perhaps something to do with an increase in pesticide use, or a build up of pesticides? perhaps a genetic condition?... the root cause could be any of the above, a combination of factors, or something we have not identified yet.
Regardless, examination of the owlets on admission revealed a malformed leg in the one, and very thin leg bones with very poor muscle development in both.
We have started the chicks on a whole food diet (rats, mice and day old chicks) supplemented with a vitamin and mineral mix. While we cannot undo some of the damage (like the malformed leg) we are hoping that since they still have some growing to do, that we can prevent further damage and strengthen their bodies.
A big thank you goes out to Odette, Christa and Colleen for their swift responses and assistance with the rescue of these youngsters. We appreciate you ladies.
We love what we do, and how we do it... ❤❤
If you have read this story and want to contribute to the care of these youngsters, you are welcome to donate through any of these channels:
FreeMe Wildlife
First National Bank
Branch code: 220 725
Account number: 6214 1246 068
PAYPAL ACCOUNT:
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PAYFAST ACCOUNT:
http://www.freemewildlife.org/donate
SWIFT CODE FOR INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS:
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And if you want to be more involved with our work on an ongoing basis, become one of our FreeMe Wildlife Custodians:
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Candles are an excellent addition to the home for both ambience and, of course, all that pesky loadshedding. At The Ugly Duckling we have a beautiful range of unique candle holders in different colours, characters and sizes. Pop in or get in contact today for more!
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