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Set against the backdrop of a glorious summer evening, the Concert in Celebration of Life was held at St Luke’s main premises in Kenilworth on Sunday,

December 4. The event saw residents enjoy picnics on the lawn while food and craft stalls added to the atmosphere. The New Apostolic Adult Choir, led by Janine Pick, led the crowd in carol singing. The Caledonian Pipe Band played at key moments of the event while radio personality, Aiden Thomas, encouraged the crowd to sing to their old-time favourites.Jenny Blegenhout, Maureen Van Graan and Veronica Nasson sang enthusiastically.For Maureen in particular, the event is one that is close to her heart, as her husband, Warren died of cancer eight years ago. The trio later lit candles to pay tribute to him.“This is a very meaningful event for everyone. I am grateful to everyone who came along, who shared their family time with us and who celebrated the lives of those who have gone before,” said Chairman of St Luke’s Hospice, Eddie Cyster.The end-of-year concert is an annual fundraiser that has become a staple tradition at St Luke’s Hospice and in the neighbourhood. “This event looks after the people who are suffering from illnesses from which they may possibly die - and there are people who have died in our care. That’s really why we attend - to think of them and to have a really good evening to remember all our loved ones,” said Priscilla Nelson, CEO of St Luke’s Hospice.The day’s activities culminate in the switch-on of the Christmas tree lights on the giant Norfolk Pine. This year, the crowd was in for a big surprise, as the Christmas lights had been given a facelift. The motive for the installation of the new lights was to ensure the annual fundraiser was more ‘green’ and more energy efficient.

“Over the years we’ve realised that, despite the wonderful source of income this tree has generated, it’s also cost us a fortune to keep the lights burning over these few weeks and so we decided to put up new lights. It was quite an expensive exercise but I believe over a period of time we will recoup all of that money and more. In the past the lights were costing us just over R106 per hour to run. Going forward, it will cost us about R20 per hour to run,” said Eddie.The manufacturers of the lights have guaranteed St Luke’s Hospice 30 000 hours of burning before they need to be

replaced. A moment of silence was held before the big switch-on at sunset to pay tribute to loved ones who have passed away. The silence was broken with gasps of delight as the Christmas-tree lights lit up the evening sky - a fitting occasion to kickstart the festive season and to celebrate the magic of Christmas with family and friends.Said Priscilla: “I want to thank everyone who came to spend the day with us. I’d like them to please enjoy the festive season and to those who are going to drive - please drive safely. We would all like to have you back

here again next year.”For Maureen Van Graan, the event is a fitting tribute to her husband.“With God’s help, St Luke’s must continue hosting this wonderful fundraiser,” she said.To date, St Luke’s Hospice has raised R1.3 million this year.To view all the photos of the St Luke’s Hospice’s Concert in Celebration of Life, visit our Facebook page “Chronicle Newspaper”, or see page 5.

The Chronicle office will be closed from December 15 and will re-open on January 9. Look out for news updates on our Facebook page over the holidays. Our next issue will be distributed on Wednesday, January 11.

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A record number of people attended St Luke’s Hospice’s Concert in Celebration of Life. This despite the City’s annual Christmas light switch-on which was held in Adderley Street on the same day.

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Standing at the foot of the brightly lit Christmas tree at St Luke’s Hospice in Kenilworth I was filled with wonder and awe at the enchantment the festive season brings. I was at the Concert in Celebration of Life - an annual fundraiser that assists the hospice in providing palliative care to many people who have a terminal illness and who are reaching the end of their lives. Families and friends gathered to hear The New Apostolic Adult Choir sing and they came to see the switch-on of lights on the great big Norfolk Pine that stands tall on the Kenilworth property. Set against a glorious summer night, without a breath of wind, the Christmas-tree lights went on at sunset, with everyone in awe at the new lights that adorned the tree. Every light was said to represent the memory of a loved one who had passed on.The idea of each one of us in life, as in death, being a great big shining light in this world - brightening up the lives of others - was beautifully symbolised by this ritual which encapsulates the joy of Christmas time. As the collective light on the tree grew brighter as the night grew darker, I was reminded that no matter how dark times may sometimes be, collectively we can truly shine.

Sometimes too, it takes the darkness to truly remind us of our light, and of the lasting legacy of hope and love we can leave in this world - if we so choose. Being able to share this most precious moment at the foot of a massively lit Christmas tree with those closest to me was a gift. That I’d been blessed with one more Christmas and one more festive season to enjoy with loved ones left me grateful for all my blessings - something truly worth celebrating in times of change. So no matter where you may be this festive season and who you may be sharing it with, I truly wish you light and joy, I wish you love, and I wish for you many, many blessings. May your light truly shine the way for others.From all of us here at The Chronicle – we wish you a happy, happy festive season!And while this may be our last issue for the year, we truly look forward to sharing all your news and catching up with you again next year.

Until then …. lots of love

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It’s with a sad heart that we bid farewell to our two sales’ consultants, Janice Symington and Michelle Mochrie.Both have left to pursue personal interests.Janice and Michelle started at The Chronicle at the beginning of 2003. In the nine years that they have worked here, they have become the best of friends. “It’s difficult to say goodbye because we know everyone in the Constantia Valley and we’ve had so much fun. I love all the friendliness in the office. We are like one happy family,” said Janice.Fun, chatty and straightforward, Janice was a key figure at new business functions and media events in the Constantia Valley. She has been instrumental in growing the business to what it is today.“We started off in Judy Taylor’s converted garage, and moved a couple of months later to a small room in Plumstead. We then moved to a business park in Diep River, selling advertising for three separate papers - Hout Bay, Southern Suburbs Chronicle and Constantiaberg Chronicle.

That’s when we started growing. We were literally

four people and a DTP lady, and now there are 11 of us – so the company has grown. We’ve grown because people trusted us,” said Janice.Friendly, punctual and honest, Michelle has consistently driven sales figures at The Chronicle and delivered her best in her work ethic selling advertising space and meeting targets.Her highlight in the time she has been at the newspaper has been the staff camaraderie.“The best part of coming to work is the team spirit at The Chronicle and the loyalty shown by readers and advertisers, even in these tough economic times,” said Michelle. “I would personally like to thank all my clients and advertisers for supporting The Chronicle. A lot of my clients have been with the newspaper from the beginning and it has been wonderful to get to know them, and to help grow their businesses.”Looking at the future of the newspaper Michelle added: “The Chronicle is a well-established publication, with a dedicated and passionate staff. With continued support from clients it can only grow from strength to strength.”

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RABBIT GIVES CRIME WATCHERS THE RUN AROUNDA member of the BKM Watch was surprised to find a black rabbit frolicking in the grass outside his home in Oakridge. He said: “I attempted to catch it, but soon discovered that my girth and sloth-like speed were no match for the rather nippy rabbit. When I did

finally grab him, I soon learned the other meaning of nippy – it turns out that rabbits have rather sharp teeth. While I tended to our kids, my wife decided to join forces with the domestic worker to demonstrate how to catch a rabbit. Soon they were joined by Denver of ADT (cycle patrol). He mentioned that he knew the owners of the rabbit and

went to tell them. Between the two owners, Denver, my wife, and our domestic worker - little Chin Chin was out-numbered and was rescued. We would like to commend Denver of ADT for going beyond the call of duty to assist in repatriating Chin Chin with his family. BKM member, Oakridge

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Open a newspaper and one will find many ways of being entertained, but how did people in the city

and suburbs amuse themselves in the past? Of course there were family and friend get-togethers, picnics were enjoyed as were the recreational pastimes of walking, music, sport and going to the theatre. In 1844 the Royal Theatre opened but was later called Drury Lane as it was built on the corner of Drury Lane and Constitution Street in Cape Town. The reason for the change of name might have had something to do with the length of time that it took for the building to be completed, so much so that a converted wine bar in Hope Street had become known as the Royal Victoria. Then to further confuse possible patrons, Royal Victoria became known as the San Souci Theatre, and then as Hope Street Theatre. In 1857 another theatre was opened in Harrington Street – this one was built of wood.

For Dutch-speaking citizens there was the Tot Nut en Vermaak, built in Roeland Street. It closed in 1847. During its day it was described as a “large red brick store – the ground floor converted into a very pretty theatre…” Cape Town’s Dutch-speaking inhabitants also favoured a theatre at the corner of Bree and Dorp Streets. In 1867 the Theatre Royal opened in Burg Street but was later demolished. In 1893 the Opera House opened and remained in use until 1937.

Improved facilities attracted touring companies and the discovery of diamonds and gold helped to create and stimulate a huge development in the world of local theatre. Circus performances were also popular not only in Cape Town and suburbs, but the companies toured the larger towns as well. They drew crowds made up of paying customers as well as those who were just curious.

In February 1862, the International Circus of Messrs Franklin & Company announced their performance would be on March 3. They were not above a little boasting in their advertisements stating that they were…”one of the largest and best organised companies ever found out of Europe and America”. Prices ranged from five shillings for a box and ls 6d for a gallery seat. Performances were held on Monday, Thursday and Saturday.

Some years later in 1867, the Olympic Circus “Star of the South” offered 10 splendid equestrian, gymnastic and acrobatic acts. They performed, according to the advertisements, to crowded houses in Cape Town and Wynberg. M F Santanna was both the manager and the director of the circus.FACTS FOUND: Historical research Bureau 021 715 9156; http://factsfound.isat.co.zaNo part of this column may be reproduced.

WIN TICKETS TO SEE KIDDIES’ PLAY There are 10 sets of two tickets up for

grabs for The Elves and the Shoemaker at the Hillsong Church in Century City (next to Ratanga Junction). The show takes place from now until Saturday, December 24, at 10.30am.

Answer the following question and email the answer to elton@lilliputplayers.co.za before December 24.Name two of the actors in The Elves and the Shoemaker .......................................

Bookings for The Elves and the Shoemaker can be made at Computicket or at any Shoprite/Checkers, or online at www.computicket.com. For block bookings or queries, please call Elton on 083 364 8284 or 021 558 2650. For more information on the Lilliput Players visit www.lilliputplayers.co.za.

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Nikki Louw and Liande Valentyn in a scene from The Elves and the Shoemaker, which is currently running at the Hillsong Church.

SHAKESPEARE WITH A KUNG-FU TWIST AT MAYNARDVILLEThe bard gets a Chinese theme at the Maynardville Open-Air Theatre from January 10 to February 18, 2012 in The Comedy of Errors. This high-octane production is inspired by the world of classic 1970s Kung Fu cinema. Two sets of twins, separated at birth, unwittingly find themselves in the same city, unleashing a series of misunderstandings, in this comedy. A young creative team, led by award-winning director-designer duo, Matthew Wild and Angela Nemov, conjure up a bustling, magical Chinatown. Led by Rob van Vuuren and James Cairns, a stellar cast promises to bring this lovable play to hilarious life. The Comedy of Errors is presented by Arts Theatre Centre, in conjunction with the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund. Book at Computicket or Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695. Contact Artscape Box Office on 021 421 7595 for block bookings of 10 or more.

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It was a sad farewell for Sue Defty, principal and teacher of Constantiaberg Pre-Primary School, who after 23 years of service to the school, has resigned from her post. Families and friends gathered last week at a farewell party held at the pre-primary school to pay tribute to the lady who has been the heart and soul of the operation since it started.

Next year Sue will take on the role of SACS’ Grade R educator. “I am heartbroken that Sue’s going. Her chapter here has ended, but the next chapter is about her personal growth. She needs to extend her wings and fly because she’s got so much to give,” said Philippa Lewis, treasurer at the school.Philippa added that Sue’s steadfastness and ability to stand up for the children’s best interests was what set her apart.“Sue is incredibly loving, loyal, dedicated and spontaneous.You can’t be around her and not be uplifted. She’s an incredible person,” said Philippa. You couldn’t ask for a better community school, she said. “I’ve got friends who’ve come here for three months on a sabbatical from Johannesburg and they’ve been completely blown away.”“If I was leaving a school where I was unhappy it would be so much easier to say goodbye. We’ve only ever had the most happy, wonderful times,” said Sue.Stepping up to fill her position as new principal of

Constantiaberg Pre-Primary will be Josette Koen who is also the ‘Dolphins’ teacher for the class of five year olds.“I have big shoes to fill, and while I will live out the footprint Sue’s created, I have lots of new ideas too,” said Josette.Taking on Sue’s former secondary role as full-time teacher will be Debbie de Villiers.

GET THE GARDEN READY FOR CHRISTMASFrom the Team at Ferndale Nurseries

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The festive season is here and gardens need sprucing up for family gatherings. Don’t forget to organise someone to feed and water the plants while you are away. Before you go on vacation, it is a good idea to put down a 10cm deep layer of compost, leaves or coarse mulch on all the flower beds and shrubs. Do not dig the compost in. Set irrigation to run for 35 to 40 minutes on each station, twice a week. Alternatively, be sure the gardener or housesitter knows how to work the hose and sprinkler slowly around the garden, day by day, to achieve the same twice-weekly deep watering. Check your irrigation system thoroughly and reset timers if necessary.

FERTILIZING THE LAWN - to have the lawn looking good for Christmas Day fertilize with 2:3:4, 11 or 12 days before. Keep the lawnmower set to cut high, 5 - 8cm, and do deep watering once a week.

ROSES - continue feeding fortnightly. For good flowers give the garden light feeds of kraal manure, then 3:1:5 fertilizer. Dead-head very regularly to encourage new buds. Spray with Rose Protector every two weeks, now that black spot and mildew are showing. This is due to the very warm winter and slow start to summer.

Yellowing leaves can be caused by excessive heat one day and very cold wind the next. If you are concerned, take in samples to your nurseryman for expert help.

The local nurseries have a good selection of plants for all areas, sunny and shady, windy, or areas with clay soil or rich loam, and in between. Plants in full flower will complement your garden for the holidays. Look for the Dragon-wing Begonias in pink and red; petunias, and punnits of begonias, as well as all the old favourites for summer. Hybrid and common Hydrangeas are now in flower.Christmas trees are available from the usual Cyprus, and the local yellowwoods, or Gold Duranta cut in traditional shape.

VEGETABLES AND HERBS - are begging to be planted. There are over a hundred different types available, including a variety of chillies and tomatoes, some in hanging pots. There are wooden planting boxes of all sizes and heights. Veggie growing has never been simpler.

There are also some lovely new benches with trellis arches attached plus new arches in wood and metal in all shapes and sizes. A new archway or trellis, with a lovely climbing rose over it, can add a wonderful vista to a dull hot spot in the garden.

The owners and the team at Ferndale Nurseries are always ready to answer your questions and offer helpful advice. They wish their valued customers, a safe and peaceful festive season, and a blooming fine garden all year.

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Following a break of two years, FreshFM retail music radio is back on air bringing the joy of music to clients and staff at Pick n Pay supermarkets nationwide right on time for the Christmas season. Now they’re based at great new premises in Kenilworth. Radio presenter Colin Scholtz, speaks to KATJA HAMILTON about his return back to the airwaves.

It must be nice to be back…Everybody is very happy. We started broadcasting seven years ago and FreshFM was shut down just under two years back. Now we’re back. The radio station broadcasts nationally and runs for 24 hours.What was the reason for bringing back FreshFM?Pick n Pay wanted to get the staff show from 7 to 8 in the morning going again, because while we were gone, everything in the stores went dead. In the mornings we used to really cheer up staff in the stores before they even started working. Now that we’ve restarted FreshFM; guys are phoning in and saying how great the music is in the mornings and that the staff are dancing in the store. Our boss is very happy that FreshFM is back, because he can see the difference it’s made to the staff.What is your coverage?We broadcast throughout the whole of Southern Africa because it’s a satellite radio. Satellite radio means we sign up with a company which everybody uses in the industry called Sentech. The signal goes off to a satellite and comes back via a decoder. You could use a Multichoice or MNET decoder, and you can tune in from the audio channel if you want to listen to us. With Christmas round the corner is there anything Pick n Pay is planning?We will have our WishList campaign this month, when readers can write in to us and nominate who they think would benefit from us giving them a helping hand. We expect we’ll get lots of letters and we’ll choose which person most deserves it. Three years back, there was this young kid who needed an eye operation and hundreds of thousands of rands were required. We said we’d support the family. We’d love the public do to get involved. If anybody has a donation they’d like to give, or if they need help they can phone in too.The studio number is 021 658 1504.

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With the festive season upon us, let’s remember the true meaning of Christmas and give peace and joy a chance, treasure our loved ones and - if we have a moment to spare - remember the less fortunate too.

From all of us at The Chronicle we wish you a blessed festive season and many glorious blessings in the New Year.

BRIC-A-BRAC WANTED FORANIMAL RESCUEThe Animal Rescue Organisation’s charity shop needs stock – bric-a-brac, clothing, furniture, and other quality saleable items. A donation to the charity shop helps the animal-rescue organisation to continue the work in impoverished communities. Visit the Charity Shop, on Bergvliet, Main Road; open Monday to Saturday. For collections contact Keith on 021 396 5511.

Looking for a new home?CHRISTMAS-GIFT SHOPPING MADE EASY Fine and Country Real Estate has its origins in the UK with

the main showroom in Park Lane, Mayfair London. There are over 300 offices throughout the UK, South Africa, Dubai, West Africa, Qatar, Mauritius, Cyprus, Malta, Abu Dhabi, Portugal and Madeira.

The Constantia, Cape Town branch, is situated in the upmarket Constantia Village Shopping Centre and its portfolio concentrates on residential sales with professional and experienced agents covering the areas from Upper Constantia through to Lakeside.

Included at this office is MacLeod Properties which has a long-standing reputation as a leading rental agency, and covers short and long-term rentals.

Buy local, go green, give generously, be conscious this Christmas: visit the Obs Holistic Lifestyle Fair’s annual Xmas Market on December 18 (Xmas Fair, 10am to 4pm), January 8 and February 5, next year. Visitors will find a wide variety of handcrafted items and gift vouchers for healing therapies and life counselling, as well as a wide variety of unique services and items at this popular wellness and natural-living event. Since this is the season of giving, this month’s selected charity in the ‘Count Your Blessings’ goodwill initiative is C.A.R.E.S (Community Awareness Rehabilitation Education Service) - a project in Hout Bay.Visitors to the fair are asked to take gifts and food for C.A.R.E.S. to redistribute in the Hout Bay community of Hangberg. Those who do, get into the fair for half price. For animal lovers, there will be dogs up for adoption and products for sale from LEAPS (Lamberts & Elands Animal Protection Services). Free patrolled parking will be available adjacent to and in streets around the venue.For further information contact 021 788 8088, 083 3329785, email holisticfair@mweb.co.za or visit www.holisticlifestylefair.yolasite.com. Alternatively visit Obs Holistic Lifestyle Fair on Facebook.

Shop outdoors at The Baxter’s new market A food and goods market now takes place in the garden of the Baxter from noon until 6pm on Saturdays. Everything from delicious food to jewellery and vintage goods is on sale.Local designers include The Pendant Warehouse, Akimbo, Aeroplane Jane, Yesterday and Tomorrow, Aphrodite, Natasha Woods, Love Joy jewellery and Like Clock Work. Gardeners can browse through accessories and plants to the strains of live music played by the UCT College of Music. Should fatigue set in, pop into the Forum restaurant’s Play Bar, on the upper level of the Baxter’s main foyer for a light snack. Coffee will also be served at the top end of the garden. Book lovers will enjoy looking through the book collection of the late Roz van der Vyver, who was a former Baxter employee and the Western Cape representative of the Theatre Benevolent Fund. All proceeds will go directly to the fund. For further enquiries and to become a stall-holder, please contact Dylan Speer on 082 493 9055 or email him at bluebirdgarage@gmail.com.

Some members of The New Apostolic Adult Choir, seen here with Father Christmas, at the Concert in Celebration of Life fundraiser held at St Luke’s Hospice recently.

‘TIS THE SEASON TO GIVE BACKSpare a thought for those who won’t be waking up to presents under a tree and a slap up lunch. Clothing, books, toys or stationery can be given to your local Greeff agent or dropped off at the Greeff Offices, Trescoe House, corner of Riverstone Road and Cornwall Place, Wynberg. The goods will go the Rotary organisation and distributed to those in need. Let’s all make a difference this festive season.

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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

Reader Aila Meyer really spread the love this Christmas by raising R2

200 for the children of Abundant Life’s feeding scheme in Lavender Hill. Aila was so moved by the article “Suffer the little children to come unto me” in The Chronicle, November 9, that she was determined to raise funds for Marlene Saterein’s feeding scheme. She inspired her daughter Erin (51/2), and friends to make beaded angel kits

and sell them at school and to friends. “The kits sold so quickly on the first day that we had to make more,” she said. “Erin and her friends Rachel and Hannah packed the kits.”

Marlene and Chantal, of Abundant Life, visited The Chronicle offices to meet Aila and Erin and thank them for the money. Marlene was delighted with the gift, which will help to pay for the Christmas Day outing organised for 60 children. A bus sponsored by student lawyers from Bowman and Associates, has been organised to take the children and five adults to Mnandi Beach in Strandfontein. Each child will receive gifts, snacks and treats during the day, and 10 lifesavers will be on duty to make sure they are safe.Marlene started Abundant Life in 2009, when she realized that the local children were hungry and neglected. Today, she feeds 60 children twice a week, with nourishing soup, rolls and fruit. “I would love to give them

breakfast as so many go to school hungry,” she said. It costs R300 a day to feed the children. Most of the food is donated to the scheme by well wishers who provide tinned and dried food. “We get through hundreds of tins of beans and have broken dozens of tin openers,” she said. Lavender Hill is a tough place for kids to grow up, and Marlene plans to start an aftercare and skills-training programme for children, who otherwise would be in danger on the streets.

Anyone who would like to help Abundant Life can contact Marlene on 082 799 3579 or 021 702 3501.

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Chantal and Marlene of Abundant Life received a generous cheque from Aila Meyer. The money was generated from the sale of Angel Kits made by her daughter Erin and friends.

Erin Meyer (5) and friends made up beaded Angel Kits which they sold and raised money for the children’s feeding scheme, Abundant Life, in Lavender Hill.

PROPERTY COMPANY SUPPORTS FIGHT AGAINST AIDS

GIMCO represented by AssetMatrix in the Western Cape, pledged its commitment to support the fight against AIDS

by surrounding their office blocks (namely Madison Place at Alphen Office Park in Constantia and Waterford House, Boulevard Place and Estuaries Plaza, due for occupation early 2012 in Century City) with the characteristic red, white and black banners. For further details on the GIMCO portfolio contact Vivienne Gutsche of AssetMatrix (Pty) Ltd on 083 629 0940 or visit www.assetmatrix.co.za.

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Sea Rescue recently presented four men with awards at their headquarters in Cape Town for the part

they played in saving Michael Cohen’s life after he was attacked by a shark in Fish Hoek on September 28.Thanks were given to Doug Drysdale and Hugh Till (who was not able to be at the presentation) and letters of appreciation were given to shark spotter leader Monwabisi Sikweyiya and medics Darren Zimmermann (Simon’s Town NSRI station commander) and Heath Giloi (NSRI Kommetjie volunteer). Cape Medical Response medic Kim Yon was unable to attend.Catching up with Monwabise on Fish Hoek beach shortly after the award ceremony, Monwabise was humble.“My work doesn’t stop here. It was just a part of the journey; what the destination is nobody knows. It’s time to move on,” he said.He drew attention to the entire rescue team on site on the day. “Bear in mind all the other people who played a key role in saving the life of Michael Cohen. They are the ones who did the job for me basically. They pulled him out, and once he got down to the beach I knew what to do.” Monwabise then took off his shirt, elevated Mike Cohen’s leg, put his shirt directly to the wound, took off his belt and wrapped it around his leg to form a tourniquet. Within minutes, the Cape Medical response arrived and later the helicopter airlifted Mike Cohen to hospital. Mr Cohen’s femoral artery and vein were both torn – usually a fatal injury but the tourniquet resulted in the almost complete stopping of blood loss from the thigh. This life-saving effort was praised by trauma surgeon Professor Nicol at Constantiaberg Mediclinic.Michael Cohen has since undergone surgery and has been discharged from hospital. He has since made contact with Monwabise.“Three weeks after the attack I got a call from Michael thanking me, telling me about his healing progress and

apologizing for disregarding our call [to clear the water],” said Monwabise.Saving lives is, however, second nature to Monwabise who has saved so many lives that he has since lost count. Prior to joining Sharkspotters seven years ago, he was a member of Monwabisi Lifesaving Club and later SwimSafe. “Monwabisi Beach is where I got all the experience, because that’s where I dealt with a lot of near- drownings and drownings on a daily basis,” he said.But, Monwabise does not appear to see what he does as extraordinary.“I do it because I just know how to do it,” he said.Since joining Sharkspotters Monwabise and his team of 21 sharkspotters have spotted more than 1000 sharks. “People should be cautious,” he said. “Michael Cohen wasn’t the only one who disregarded our calls [on the day he was attacked]. Most of the Muizenberg surfing community continue to not listen to our warnings. A few weeks back a shark swam a metre away from a surfer who was warned

to clear the water – but he decided to continue swimming. Everybody who was surfing with him cleared the beach as quickly as possible, but he knew exactly what was happening and decided not to clear the waters. The shark swam past him. I’d like to think that after this incident with Michael that people will start being more cautious, but it doesn’t look like it’s going to stop.”

For updates on recent shark sightings visit www.sharkspotters.org.za

Auctioneer Joey Burke who lives in Wynberg, recently raised over R1.5-million for charities. Joey’s fast-and-funny style of ‘auction-tainment’ has made him famous. In one month, he raised R385 000 for Reach for a Dream, R317 000 for the Amy Biehl Foundation, R137 000 at the Camps Bay Business Forum Gala Dinner for homeless people, R170 000 for the Cape Autism Charity Trust, R300 000 for Fellows for Cancer, R80 000 each for Greyton House College and Darling College and R130 000 for the International School.Auctioneering runs in his blood, and Joey conducted his first ever auction for his auctioneer father at the tender age of 12. He explains: “We had a family business in Zimbabwe and one day my father needed to go to the toilet in the middle of an auction, so he turned to the crowd and said ‘Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the best auctioneer in the world!’ I had no choice but to just carry on in his absence, and I absolutely loved it.”While the auctioneer’s job is to raise the excitement level in the room, Joey makes the point that it’s the donors that come to the party with sponsored packages that make all the difference to the amount of money raised.Explains Joey: “It’s one of the things that made the Amy Biehl Foundation gala evening such a tremendous success. Items for sale included tea with Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu (which raised R40 000), and a Robben Island tour with Ahmed Kathrada (which raised R30 000).”Items up for auction at the Cape Autism Charity Trust event included a sculpture by Leonard Smith (sold for R40 000), while the Fellows for Cancer auction enticed people to open their pocket books for a Richard Scott painting (R25 000), plus

a photo and cricket bat both signed by Graeme Smith (R35 000).“Both organisations were over the moon as the monies raised were way beyond their original expectations,” says Joey.In spite of the difficult financial times, it appears that many people are still willing to give generously to support the causes that are close to their hearts.“I am personally determined to break all records this year and I’m pleased to say that all the charity events at which I’ve presided have achieved higher than they did the previous year.” With only a few hours’ notice, Joey conducted his first auction in 2003 for the Nelson Mandela 466664 Charity. With the likes of Bono, Oprah and Madiba himself present, he raised R2-million for the charity in one night, and since then has raised over R40-million for charities across the country.Professionally, Joey has moved away from traditional live auctions-in-a-room to the world of live online auctions, having

joined GoIndustry DoveBid SA (Pty) Limited just two years ago in its New Business Development division. Joey, together with MD Kim Faclier, are working to introduce the company’s long-established assets’ online auction platform to the South African property market. Two successful online property auctions have been held to date, with a third planned for the first quarter of 2012.

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Fast-talking Joey raises millions for charities

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Doug Drysdale, Monwabisi Sikweyiya, Darren Zimmermann and Heath Giloi were recognised for their efforts in helping to save shark-attack victim Michael Cohen’s life.Picture Andrew Ingram/NSRI.

FLOORED BY A CORKING GOOD IDEADavid Wibberley of The Vineyard Hotel, Newlands, had the bright idea of recycling wine corks to create flooring for schools for underprivileged kids.In just three months, The Vineyard and other wine estates have collected over 25 000 corks.David explained: “Many poor communities are affected by accidental shack fires through paraffin lamps or candles being knocked over, setting blankets alight and often with tragic consequences. Cork has excellent fire-retardant qualities, is elastic, durable and hypo-allergenic. I suddenly realised there may be a potential for this product.”

The project has received enormous support from visitors and guests to the hotel over recent months, as well as from the hotel’s five wine partners. Klein Constantia collected 8000 corks, Buitenverwachting, Boschendal and Anthon Rupert, and a combined effort by Villiera and Groot Constantia resulted in over 6000 corks being collected for the project. The first project that will benefit from the recycled corks is the Eerste Rivier Empowerment Centre, a safe house for children from abusive homes.The recycled corks will cover a playroom area of 24 sq. metres. To get involved in this worthwhile initiative, visit www.vineyardhotel.co.za

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PARTY TIME IN CONSTANTIAMr Show Business – Alvon Collison and Farid Swartz – blew the roof off the Buitenverwachting Restaurant at the Thursday Club luncheon, recently. It was a rollicking good party thanks to the irrepressible energy and talent of these two seasoned entertainers.Alvon takes no prisoners. Inbetween songs he embarassed guests by telling them they look liked filmstars or pairing them off with each other. Songs were peppered with quips like “I was born the same year they released Casablanca with Humphrey Bogart”. Alvon’s great claim to fame was surviving the sinking of the Oceanos and growing up in Woodstock. He will be hosting a free Christmas show at the Sea Point City Hall on December 20 and 21 with a cast of young performers. “And everyone’s welcome,” he said before Farid got everyone on their feet to do the Macarana.To join the Thursday Luncheon Club email SandyBailey@telkomsa.net or 082 953 7067.

A NARNIA ADVENTURE The fifth book of CS Lewis’s Narnia stories will be showing at the Masque Theatre in Muizenberg this December. The story weaves a tale of ordinary school children entering a world of fantasy and adventure.The production runs from Friday 16 to Wednesday 21 December (excluding Sunday).

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Get ready for the running of the 151st Queen’s Plate at Kenilworth Race Course on Saturday, January 7. Sponsored by L’Ormarins Wine Estate since 2005, it is an event where art and passion are captured, not only in equestrian endeavours but also in the ancient winemaking skills displayed in the Antonij Rupert Wines; one of the largest collections of cars, courtesy of the Franschhoek Motor Museum; and a gallery of the best photos taken in the L’Ormarins Moments Competition. As the sun sets, the best of SA music takes to the stage. Book your tickets via Webtickets. The cost is R250 to R800.

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As part of the yearly wind-down, BEN is calling out

for old bikes, bike spares and second-hand cycling gear from local residents as part of the Inaugural BEN Christmas bike drive. Ben is an NPO promoting the use of the bicycle. “A lot of people have old stuff in their garage or storeroom which they really aren’t using anymore and are not sure what to do with. In almost every instance we’ll have a use for it or we’ll find the right recipient. It could be a 12-year old from Mitchells Plain or a 16 year old from Lavender Hill who almost has a complete bike but just needs that front wheel, that saddle or those peddles to make the bike complete,” said Andrew Wheeldon, Managing Director of the Bicycle Empowerment Network (BEN).It is estimated that 25% of South African school children walk for more than an hour a day – that’s about 3 million children.“It is untenable in this day and age, that you still have that. By promoting the bicycle in all its forms we feel we can ease poverty, provide low-cost transport and improve health,” said Andrew.While BEN supplies bikes to impoverished people in schools and businesses, it also provides them with support structures. This is achieved mainly through bicycle workshops also known as Bicycling Empowerment Centres or BEC’s. “We take an unemployed guy or girl from the township or from the rural area and we train them up to be a bicycle manager where they learn all about stock control, financial control, bike repairs and customer service. We’ve got 17 BECs out there now. They are all independent and they make their own money. As we’re supplying bikes and the bicycle usage is growing, it’s nice to know

that these guys are there as back-up for when things go wrong with some of the bikes.BEN also imports used bicycles for distribution to those in need of transportation, and provides cycling-safety training at schools and in workplaces. “A very big BEN thank you to all persons who donated bikes and bike-related goods to BEN over 2011. These kind donations go far in the communities that we work with and your support is greatly appreciated,” said Andrew.If you would like to make a donation of bikes, bike spares or clothing, or give BEN a used bicycle please contact the organisation, check out the donation page on the website, or visit BEN on Facebook.The BEN office at 30 Eastlake Drive, Marina da Gama will be open Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm, until December 20. The bikes can be taken there directly, or contact the team to arrange for collection.

The BEN office re-opens on Monday, January 9, 2012. The team looks forward to your support in the coming year.

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