Midlands' Matters

AUGUST 2016

____________________________________________ Address all correspondence to CCSA Natal Midlands Ph: 033 396 2373

P.O.Box 100695 Fax: 086 253 9760 SCOTTSVILLE 3209

2015 / 2016 Committee

Chairman Gordon Major 033 396 1943 082 374 2327 majorgj@mweb.co.za

Vice Chairman Des Shaw 033 3471248 082 093 5993 deselaine@telkomsa.net Secretary Noeline Gillham 033 396 2373 083 778 9535 kgillham@telkomsa.net Treasurer Billy Cawood 033 330 8116 072 428 4957 accso@mweb.co.za Chief Rally Convenor Sally Riley A/H 033 330 3718 082 372 8093 rileysds@gmail.com PRO Anita Nefdt 033 386 4494 083 403 8957 nefdtfam@absamail.co.za Scribe Sharon Leonard 083 647 9985 shaz108@yahoo.com Committee Member Terry Schefermann 033 386 7250 083 382 7671 terry_schef@mweb.co.za

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MAJOR’S MUTTERINGS

Greetings and salutations Midlanders!

This is my last muttering for this caravanning year. Seems like I did jinx the weather in last month’s newsletter because since then, we have had floods, icy temperatures and snow, hope you all got through it and are looking forward to warmer times ahead. Hopefully the rain and snow has or still will supplement our dam levels.

Our last rally, over the weekend of 22nd – 24th July, was held at Rocky Bay, thank you Billy for officiating on my behalf. As I understand it was a wet affair but I also feel that it’s the company you are with that makes a rally not the weather. See rally report elsewhere.

Ron & Rose, Lindley & Jean and Rhoda, Maxiene and I went to Richards Bay Caravan Park that same weekend to join North Coast Region for their 40th Birthday celebrations, also a wet weekend but most enjoyable.

As I mentioned last month, there was an “un-official” rally at Bee Hive in preparation for Rally SA in 2018, eight families ventured out in the cold for the weekend and quite a few folk came out for the meeting on Saturday. There were plenty of ideas / suggestions thrown around and in my opinion a very fruitful weekend was held, an inaugural committee was also chosen to take things forward. Thanks to all who made the effort, much appreciated.

Our 40th Birthday Rally is not far off, first weekend in November in fact. There is a flyer included with this newsletter, please let Sally know ASAP if you are thinking of attending, catering, etc. needs to be sorted.

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The AGM will be held at Queensburgh Caravan Park again this year on Saturday 20 August, please try and be there. Your subs should have already been paid by now, so if you haven’t then please do so asap, bear in mind that at AGM you need to be a fully paid-up member to vote, voice your opinion, etc. The next rally is obviously the AGM Rally at Queensburgh over the weekend of 19th – 21st August. If you are not coming to the rally then please make time to attend the AGM on Saturday morning at 09h00. See Chief Rally Convenors report elsewhere.

“Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation

and a pinch of creativity”

- Bo Bennett -

Cheers till next time, God willing I will see many of you at the AGM at Queensburgh, safe tow and safe travelling.

Gordon

On our way to Richards Bay for North Coast’s Birthday

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CHIEF RALLY CONVENOR’S REPORT

Herewith all the info provided for your planning for the forthcoming rallies. 1. REGIONAL AGM RALLY AT QUEENSBURGH 19-21 AUGUST 2016. Tariffs – R100.00 per adult per night R55.00 under12 years per night R35.00 adult visitor per day R25.00 children visitor per day IF there are more than 10 caravans, then the Thursday night for those who are there, will be free. FRIDAY: Do your own supper. SATURDAY: Braai with a bring- and- share salad or pudding (Arrange with Sally with your intention) Please could as many members as possible attend the AGM. Could each lady please provide a plate of eats? Please check with me if you are uncertain of what you should bring. The AGM will start at 9am on Saturday the 20th August 2016. Please try to be there by at least 8.30 am. INTENTIONS FOR THE AGM RALLY must PLEASE BE IN BY FRIDAY 12th AUGUST 2016. 2. NATIONAL RALLY AT KARRIDENE (PEDAL CAR) 16 – 18 SEPTEMBER 2016. This will be the annual Pedal car rally so please get training early. Further news will follow nearer the time. 3. REGIONAL MYSTERY RALLY. WHERE ?????? 14 – 16 OCTOBER 2016. Please don’t ask me ‘cos I don’t know where! Ian and Phil will be your marshals so I am sure we will get a little info soon. WATCH the space.

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4. NATIONAL 40th BIRTHDAY RALLY AT BUSHWILLOW 4 – 6 NOVEMBER 2016. Organizing is well underway for Midlands’s wonderful Milestone celebration.

There will be a DJ, good food and plenty of fun. SAVE THE DATE. COSTS: R 110.00 adult per night R 65.00 under 12 years per night The costs for supper will be sent out with the next newsletter. See elsewhere for our flyer with some details. 5. DCCA RALLY AT DOLPHIN 18 – 20 NOVEMBER 2016. A reminder to all DCCA members of Midlands Region regarding the above rally. Let us see how many Midlands families attend. Intentions to be in NO later than Friday 14th October 2016 together with your payment - to Foxy. 6. Info for Christmas rally at Baynesfield. The Christmas Rally will still be held at Baynesfield this year. Kate from Baynesfield has assured me that the plumbing in the showers has been sorted out. If not we will allocate times for ladies to shower in the men’s ablution. The venue and facilities are fantastic: - the availability of the lovely hall and well- equipped kitchen and the full use of crockery and cutlery, together with the very cheap rate for the weekend. Dino and I will make an effort to go out there beforehand to check. PLEASE REMEMBER: A RALLY FEE OF R 20-00, WHICH IS PAYABLE AT EVERY RALLY. Thank you very much to all the Committee for 2015/2016 and for all the support that you have given me over the past year. Good Luck to the incoming Committee. Cell 082 372 8093- PLEASE PHONE AFTER HOURS ONLY. A WHATSAPP , SMS OR

EMAIL MAY ONLY BE ACKNOWLEDGED AFTER HOURS. THANKS.

MIDLANDS SHIRTS

I am selling the Midlands Shirts at only R185.00 each. This is a shirt that all Midlands’

members should have and wear proudly.

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RALLY DATES, VENUES AND MARSHALS 2016.

National 16 – 18 September Pedal Car – Karridene Committee

Regional 14 – 16 October Mystery Robertson

National 4 – 6 November 40 th Birthday - Bushwillow Committee

Regional 2 - 4 December Christmas - Baynesfield Committee

Knocking on the Door for Milestone Celebrations !! Some info for your interest.

NATIONALS: 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 175, 200 etc (ROUND DISC) Castle – on 48

Pellew – on 99th next 100

th (THE BIG ONE)

Cowan – on 20

Coady – on 9th

next 10th

Engelbrecht - on 46

Robertson – on 20

Mitchley – on 23

Shaw – on 73

Riley – on 72

Todd – on 23

REGIONALS: 22, 44, 88, 110, 132, 154, 176, 198 etc (SQUARE DISC)

Adnams – on 43rd

next 44th

Campbell – on 20

Bishop – on 41

Major – on 109

Mitchley – on 19

Riley – on 85

Shaw – on 84

Driemeyer – on 125

PROVICIALS: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 40, etc (GOLD DISC)

Bennett – on 9th

next 10th

Castle – on 9th

next 10th

Cawood Billy - on 9th next 10

th

Cowan – on 9th next 10

th

Buys Rudy – on 14th

next 15th

Pellew – on 14th next 15

th

Robertson – on 4th next 5

th

Trust this will help you all to know when you will be celebrating in the near future.

Increase your Milestones!! See you at AGM.

Cheers for now - Sally

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*Should anyone wish to place a classified ad wanting to sell, buy, swap, put in messages, etc. please feel free to contact me on my email shaz108@yahoo.com, sms/WhatsApp on 0836479985 I will be more than happy to insert it in the newsletter.*

PRO’S REPORT Greetings to all Midlands Members.

Wow- it has been very “Bbbrrr” lately. The Drakensberg looked so beautiful with the snow

and we are thankful for the little rain we have had in the Midlands.

Our heartfelt condolences are with Dave Kotze on the death of his Mom, on 20th July 2016.

Mother- in- law to Beryl, a granny and a great granny.

Our deepest sympathies go out to Sheila Pellew on the death of her father and father-in-law

of Bill, on 24th July 2016.

May God give the Kotze and Pellew families the comfort and peace that they need.

You are in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you strength and courage to face the days

ahead of you.

Ken Gillham has gone through a very difficult time lately. He developed a blockage in his

leg and was rushed to Westville Hospital where he underwent surgery. Two days after his

discharge, he was again rushed, for the 2nd time, to Hilton Life Hospital and had to have

another full bypass with a vein taken out of his good leg and transplanted to the other leg.

Ken was in ICU for a couple of days again. The operation was a success and we are very

grateful. Ken did have complications with his lungs due to the 2 anaesthetics, but is feeling

better every day. Ken, take it easy and rest as much as you can.

Johnny is going for physio treatments to release the stiffness in his back, but is still not pain-

free. He says that on some days he feels better than on others, but is positive that he will be at

Queensburgh.

Glenda Bennett is still experiencing terrible pain and her movements are very restricted. She

has seen the orthopedic surgeon who said she has to have an operation as soon as possible.

A motivational letter has been sent to the medical aid for approval.

Lindley Siepman has been ill for the past 7 weeks. He has a terrible cough, especially when

he tries to talk, and the doctors cannot say what it is. The coughing is exhausting and

Lindley is not himself. He has an appointment with a Specialist Pulmonologist on the 28th

August 2016. Lindley, we hope that there will be a cancellation before the 28th.

Isabella Mare had a bad fall, hitting her head hard on the ground. The doctor has advised her

not to drive, and to keep still for a while.

Please keep Ken, Johnny, Glenda, Lindley, Bish, Lesley, Val and Isabella in your prayers for

good health and a speedy recovery to each.

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Our dear scribe- lady, Sharon, and husband Kevin Leonard, are very excited. They are flying

on the 2nd August 2016 to USA for their son, Vaughn’s wedding in Bayard, Nebraska.

Vaughn is getting married to Marlena Meloney on the 6th August 2016.We all wish them a

long and happy marriage with more than a fence running around their yard!

Dallas & Tessa King are visiting their son in London and meeting their granddaughter,

Rozabell. Enjoy your visit and all the cuddles.

BIRTHDAYS - SEPTEMBER 2016

1st Pierre Van Daele 9

th Des Shaw

9th Eva Bishop 9th Josh Cowan

12th Alison Cawood 14th Yvonne McGladdery

15th Klaus Fischer 16th Dallas King

19th Tessa King 20th Hannah Todd

Congratulations on your lucky day! Today you are one year wiser and one year closer to

retiring! Happy birthday!

ANNIVERSARIES – SEPTEMBER 2016 4th Guy & Glynis Driemeyer (34)

9th Norman & Yvonne McGladdery(39)

27th Gordon & Rhoda Major (30)

Happy Anniversary! May your love and devotion inspire all who surround you, and may you

be blessed with all the gifts that life has to offer.

Well, what big excitement for our precious little granddaughter, who

decided that she wanted to meet us sooner than the 12th July 2016. Jamie

was born on the 6th July 2016, first child to our daughter Giselle and son-

in- law Quintus van Wyk. Weighing 2.920kg by emergency

C-section. Mom and Jamie are doing well. Dereck and myself are very

proud grandparents.

Dave and Beryl Kotze were in the

UK visiting their daughter Rayanne

and met their 6th grandchild. Lori

Mae was born on the 11th July 2016,

precious little girl to Rayanne and

Don Armand and sister to brother, Miles, weighing in at 3.8kg. Mom and baby are doing

well. Grandpa Dave and Granny Beryl are so proud of all their grandchildren.

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Congratulations to Giselle and Quintus, Rayanne and Don. May your life

be filled with love, joy and

laughter with your new

baby girls.

Wishing you all a pleasant

month and will hopefully

see you all at the AGM at

Queensburgh.

Please may I also remind you to bring a plate of eats for tea after the AGM.

Much appreciated – Anita

RALLY REPORT - ROCKY BAY

As our esteemed chairman was visiting the North Coast Region for their 40th birthday, it was

left to me to officiate for the weekend. Trust you had a good visit and bade them our

congratulations, Gordon. Must say, it was most unusual not to have Gordon, Rhoda and

Maxiene with us for the weekend.

Everyone arrived to a windy Rocky Bay on Friday with the weather threatening. Jacks down

and then we mingled with old friends and visitors alike.

At last the rain seems to have arrived throughout the Province, thank you Lord.

It was a real pleasure to have Eddie and Tracy Smythe with their daughter, Lauren, as first

time visitors, as well as Wynand and Bernadette De Swart who arrived with their XCape off

roader. They joined in the banter and fun and would be an asset to any region as members.

Hopefully they will join Midlands again soon. Franchesca and Bella were also present all the

way from Dubai. Good to see the girls again! I am sure that Terry and Gail were happy to

have them visit.

Sadly Ken and Noeline, who were to marshal with Carol and myself, could not make it as

Ken was not well. You guys were sorely missed at the rally. Derek and Anita kindly stepped

up to the plate and marshalled with us. Thank you for that, you guys are always willing to

assist.

A great meal of fish and chips was enjoyed on Friday evening by everyone. That was a

masterstroke, Noeline & Carol. Thereafter, everyone settled down to the normal Friday

evening of fun and games.

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Saturday was cold and rainy but that did not dampen the spirits. Laughter could be heard

from several awnings, except from the Sharks supporter’s tent, which seemed to be in

mourning. Come evening, we all settled under the gazebos, out of the rain, to celebrate with

Norman and Yvonne McGladdery as well as Terry and Gail Schefermann who had achieved

their 25th National rally milestones. Well done guys.

A very tasty communal stir fry was then prepared and enjoyed, accompanied by Dereck’s

pleasant “langarm” music.

Sunday saw more rain and once again, all gathered under the gazebos for friendlies. There-

after, it was jacks up and home.

Please remember to pay your subs if you wish to have a say at AGM.

Cheers and good health.

Billy Cawood.

Scribe’s last say.

A Smile for the Day

At a recent rally, I heard this story as I went “down the avenue”. ☺☺ Eish!!

Three men were talking about their teenage daughters. The first man said – “A waz looking for somethink in my daughta’s room the ada day and found a packet of cigarettes. I was really shocked, no! I didn’t even know she smoked” M. The second man said – “That’s nothing. I was looking for somethink in my daughta’s room the ada day when I came across a full bottle of Vodka. I was really shocked, yes. I didn’t even know she drankM.how” The third man spoke up. “Both of you guys got nothing to worry about. I was looking for somethink in my daughta’s room the ada day and I found a packet of condoms”. “Serias?” “Serias! I was really shocked, neM. I didn’t even know she has the penas!”

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A parting shot: The hardest decision in life is to know which bridge to cross and which one to burn!

Go well and keep safe. See you soon --- at the AGM Noeline ☺

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

SATURDAY 20th AUGUST 2016

NOTICE is hereby given that the 41st Annual General Meeting of the Caravan Club of

Southern Africa, NATAL MIDLANDS REGION will be held at the Queensburgh Caravan

Park’s hall, Queensburgh on the 20th August 2016 at 9.00am

AGENDA

1 Welcome.

2 Read the Notice convening the Meeting

3 Pay homage to deceased members

4 Record apologies.

5 Read and confirm the minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting.

6 Matters Arising.

7 Chairman’s Annual Report.

8 Receive the meeting’s agreement to discuss any other matters which may

Be discussed at an AGM, to which no notice has been given, under General.

9 Receive and adopt the Verified Statement of Accounts and Balance Sheet for the

financial year.

10 Elect the Regional Committee for the ensuing year.

11 Announce the names of the Office Bearers for the ensuing year; if necessary, to

authorize the appointment of a Secretary and a Treasurer, or a Secretary /Treasurer.

12 Election of an Accounts Verification Officer for the ensuing year.

13 Appoint Regional Headquarters.

14 Consider and approve any nominations for Honorary Regional Membership

15 Recommend to the Regional Committee any alterations to the Constitution for

consideration and submission to Head Office.

16 Transact any other Business that may be transacted at an Annual General Meeting.

17 General

18 Presentation of Awards and gifts.

19 Closure.

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