National Water Week (20-26 March) and World Water Day (22 March)

‘Water for Peace’ is the theme for World Water Day which coincides with South Africa’s National Water Week (20-26 March). Green Corridors, the Durban NPO, that collaborates to connect people to the planet, urges citizens to be mindful of the role they play in being custodians of our water resources.

Green Corridors is motivated by numerous Sustainable Development Goals including SDG 6 which aims for clean water and sanitation for all by 2030. Green Corridors works on a number of project areas that educate and empower communities which lack resources and help them to restore natural areas for the benefit of both humans and the environment. The organisation’s Green Spaces team recycles waste caught by its innovative litterbooms on many of the City’s riverways stopping the waste from reaching the sea. Working with surrounding communities, Green Corridors clears spaces that have been used as dump sites, and restores them back to their natural states, and helps to develop market gardens in urban areas. Green Corridors’ work also includes developing natural sites for ecotourism with a goal to supporting economic development.

“We need citizens to be increasingly mindful of practices that can impact on water quality, and how this affects fellow citizens and natural resources too,” says Musa Shange from Green Corridors. “We see the ongoing devastation of our rivers and streams, and the natural spaces around by alien invasive plants and irresponsible waste disposal that contaminates water and harms surrounding communities and ecosystems.”

The recent dumping along Riverside Road near the Green Corridors material recycling facility site at Connaught Bridge is a case in point. “So much of the waste illegally dumped will end up in the Umgeni River alongside, and ultimately onto the beaches and in the ocean.”

Green Corridors stresses the importance of collective action to address water-related challenges, which are intrinsically linked to effective waste disposal. The organisation embodies this ethos through safeguarding water sources essential for local livelihoods, and importantly, tourism in eThekwini.

The UN World Water Day campaign this year explains that when water is scarce or polluted, or when people struggle for access, tensions can rise; that water cooperation needs to be at the heart of the plans for conflict resolution; and harmony can be fostered between communities and countries by uniting around the fair and sustainable use of water – including actions at the local level.

Green Corridors has partnered with numerous organisations including WESSA and Adopt-a-River with support from SAPRIPOL, PETCO and RMB, other conservancies, and eThekwini Municipality Cleansing and Solid Waste, Parks Department and Sihlanzimvelo co-ops to remove alien plants and waste to restore water health. Much of the organic and non-organic waste materials are collected through the Roadhouse Crescent Materials Recovery Facility at Connaught Bridge, and litterbooms on the rivers. This was is then processed at the KwaMashu Materials Beneficiation Centre where products such as pavers, compost and building materials are being produced from this waste

“When we cooperate on water, we create a positive ripple effect – fostering harmony, generating prosperity and building resilience to shared challenges. We must act upon the realization that water is not only a resource to be used and competed over – it is a human right, intrinsic to every aspect of life,” cites the UN World Water Day Observance Website: (https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day)

By focussing on the local needs, and fostering collective action, Green Corridors encourages sustainable water management and fair access to water, promoting a future where water serves as a stimulus for peace and prosperity.

For more information about Green Corridors go to https://durbangreencorridor.co.za/

Top image: Tourists enjoying the natural beauty in the Valley of 1000's around Green Corridors site Isithumba.

Below: Clearing Blue Lagoon of waste during a Green Corridors affiliated clean up with Safripol.

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On this World Water Day, WILDTRUST reflects on this year's theme - 'Water for Peace' and recognizes the vital role water plays in fostering stability and prosperity worldwide. Over 3 billion people rely on water, therefore safeguarding this precious resource is crucial, given the negative effects of climate change and population growth.

At WILDTRUST, we are fully committed to this cause through our 'Water for Trees' campaign. This campaign is raising funds to provide clean drinking water to communities in KwaZulu-Natal and planting indigenous trees to restore crucial ecosystem services that can help them adapt to climate change.

To get involved in this initiative and help us reach our fundraising goals, click here
https://different.org/.../wildlands.../water-for-trees/

We had the most delightful Story Book Character Dress up Day at Heritage House Preschool.

There was an array of costumes - Princesses, Mickey Mouse, Fireman Sam, Paddington Bear, Jack from Jack in the Beanstalk, Pirates and many many more.

The Teachers joined in with the fun dressed as Noddy, Cat in the Hat and Little Red Riding Hood just to mention a few.

Great fun was had by all.

Congratulations to the four Howick Prep learners who have recently participated in the KwaZulu-Natal Canoe Union Sprinting Championships at Nagel Dam. Tanith Cameron, Ruben Crous, Gabriel Gonzales and Rorke Bain.

Ruben Crous (Grade 3) received three bronze medals for finishing in third place in three canoe sprinting events (Under 10 Boys 200m, 500m and 2000m guppy races) on Sunday 10 March at Nagle dam. He finished in fourth place in the 1000m race. He participated in the KwaZulu-Natal Canoe Union Sprinting Championships as a member of the Midmar Canoe Club and Midlands Paddling School.

The previous weekend Ruben participated in the second Guppy league race on the Lions river. He finished this 3.5 km race in 6th position in the U10 boys category. Gabriel Gonzalez (Grade 4 learner at Howick Preparatory School) finished 3rd in this age category despite having a problem with his pedals during the race.

Sunday was KZN sprints at Nagel Dam. Tanith did extremely well in a big and competitive field. Her results were 8th in 1000m, 9th in 500m and 8th in her 200m. In the 2000m race Tanith was pushed out of her boat and fell in. She then helped the girl who bumped her boat over try and save her boat from sinking. The girl also panicked and Tanith got her to hold onto her boat. Tanith and the girl were rescued and brought to shore. Tanith then emptied her boat and promptly got in and despite the other paddlers already on their way back from the first beacon, paddled her heart out to catch up and pass the last two paddlers. She was drained and tired from the beginning of her race mishap but finished the 2000m despite all odds packed against her.

Well done to these four learners.

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More about Howick Preparatory School

Last week was a bit of a busy week at UWBC.

We hosted our monthly Halfway Toyota drawn trips competition on Wednesday afternoon and have a really great turn out with a full green. What a mixture of games with some teams having a small shot difference, and some having runaway games. The winning team had one such game with a winning score of +20. Congratulations to Ed Speed, Pat Norris & Neill Birdsey on their win, and to Peter Burton, Jo Boonzaier and Eunice Gage who came second with a score of +12. Thank you to Halfway Toyota for their sponsorship and we look forward to seeing what next month’s competition will bring.

While that competition was on the go, there was another match being battled out between Sindi Hlongwane and Kevin Palmer for the Novice Club Champion. What a game to watch with the score peeling after every few ends. Going into the last end, both bowlers were peeled on 20 and Kevin was holding three shots when Sindi managed to take the prize with a wick from the very last bowl of the game. Congratulations to both our bowlers on a great match.

Sunday saw a fantastic crowd on the greens to celebrate the 80th Birthday of our very own Tabs Master, Koos Marais. Koos is a very dedicated member of UWBC and is always willing to put in extra time and effort for the good of the club and we wish him all the best on this amazing milestone.

In other news, we have some exciting things coming up in the winter. We’re going to be hosting the Duzi Pigeon Racing Club on Thursday evenings where they’ll prepare their pigeons for racing. Not only does this sound like it’ll be a festive evening, but certainly something different and interesting to come and watch and learn about. Anyone wanting more information regarding pigeon racing can contact Albe Hassbroek on 082 457 5432.

That’s all for this week… see you on the greens!

Events to keep an eye out for…

Saturday, 6 April: Greendale Spar Drawn Trips/Pairs. Tabs in 13h15
Wednesday, 10 April: Halfway Toyota Drawn Trips 4-3-2-1. Tabs In 13h15
Sunday, 21 April: J Leslie Smith & Co Sponsored Trips all day competition (Book with Lisa on 084 586 6984)
Friday, 26 April: Dormehl Nominated 2 Bowl Trips. Tabs In 08h45 (Book with Pippa on 083 467 8140)

Regular tabs in times are:-
Tuesdays at 08h15
Wednesdays at 13h15
Saturdays at 13h15.

Visitors are always welcome. Coaching by registered coaches is available.

For more information contact Sharon on 082 900 5944.

Pictured here: 80th Birthday Celebrations for our tabs master Koos Marais

Does your son dream about going to an agricultural high school?

This Friday, 15 March at 10:00, Weston Agricultural College will be hosting interested boys and their parents at our Open Day.

As is tradition, the boys will go for a tractor ride around the farm and school, while our Principal and Educators address Parents in Westgate Hall.

There are several reasons why someone might choose to attend our agricultural high school:

1. Weston offers a high standard of academics along with practical learning experience related to agriculture, including farming techniques, animal husbandry, land management and agricultural technology.

2. Career preparation: For students interested in pursuing careers in agriculture, attending our agricultural high school provides focused training and preparation for future employment in the agricultural industry.

3. Exposure to diverse opportunities: Weston exposes students to a wide range of opportunities within the agricultural sector, including agribusiness, sustainable agriculture, horticulture, and agricultural technology.

4. Connection to the land: Attending an agricultural high school can foster a deeper connection to the land and an appreciation for nature, as students learn about the importance of agriculture in feeding and sustaining communities.

5. Community and networking: Our school fosters a strong sense of community among students who share similar interests and career goals. These connections can be valuable for networking and support throughout a student's academic and professional journey.

6. Work ethic, responsibility and problem solving: Weston requires students to develop a strong work ethic as they engage in physical labor and tasks that are essential to the operation of a farm or agricultural enterprise.

7. Your son will leave school with an NSC
Matric Certificate AS WELL AS a number of SETA accredited certificates such as:
Artificial Insemination
Tractor Safety
Irrigation Principles
Wool Classification
Sheep Judging
Labour Law
Soil Practicals
Chainsaw and Electric Fencing courses
and many more ...

7. There is nothing better than walking out of your classroom or boarding house onto a beautiful working farm and being part of a team that
works together towards the common goal of a supportive and collaborative learning environment where students can thrive and grow.

Be sure to contact Mrs Pollock on 033 263 1328 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let her know if you will join us.

SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Hockey Challenge
The Wykeham Collegiate: Saturday 9 March

In recent years, Howick High School has been impressing at the Pietermaritzburg North Regional of the SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Hockey Challenge. This weekend, Saturday 9 March, was no different where they finished a respectable third overall playing on the turf at The Wykeham Collegiate.

They started their day with a good win against Linpark High School. Stepping up a gear, they met defending champions, The Wykeham Collegiate in the second round ending off on a goalless draw. The Wykeham Collegiate went on to win the overall tournament for a third time since its inception in 2011. In the games against Riverwood College and Grace College, Howick High went up 1 nil in both.

With confidence high, the Howick team took their foot of the accelerator and stumbled in their game against Treverton, going down 1 nil. The statisticians were crunching numbers up until this point, with the possibility of drawing on points with Wykeham.

And in the final round robin game, they met St Anne’s College who have dominated this regional for nine years. St Anne’s took the game 2 nil.

Howick had a grand day on the turf, with three wins, one draw and two losses, they ended with 13 points overall and a respectable third place. The Wykeham Collegiate met St Anne’s College in the regional final. At full time, the game was level with both teams unable to score. The tournament moved to an 8 second penalty shootout that the host school succeeded in, winning 2 nil.

The Wykeham Collegiate join the Durban Central Regional winner, Durban Girls’ College, who are the first team to have qualified for the Grand Finals which will take place at St Mary’s D.S.G. in Kloof in July. In the back to back Maritzburg action, the Pietermaritzburg Central Regional took place on Sunday at the UKZN Astro where St John’s D.S.G. secured their spot for the third time at the Grand Finals.

The fourth tournament in the challenge heads to Curro Salt Rock where teams will participate in the Durban North Regional, followed by the Highway Regional that takes place on Sunday at Westville Girls’ High School.

For more info like the tournaments’ Facebook page (SparSchoolGirlsHockeyTournament) or follow on Instagram (sparkznhockey).

All games will be livestreamed on the SuperSport Schools App or on their website.

Overall Results
Regional Final
St Anne’s College 0 (1) vs The Wykeham Collegiate 0 (2)

Round Robin Results
1 St Anne’s College 24 points, 2 The Wykeham Collegiate 17 points, 3 Howick High School 13 points, 4 Treverton School 10 points, 5 Grace College 9 points, 6 Riverwood School 5 points, 7 Linpark High School 0 points

Top image: Perfectly balanced. Howick High School’s Abi Holmes watches her attempt as she fires in a shot during the round robin games at the Pietermaritzburg North Regional of the SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Hockey Challenge that took place at The Wykeham Collegiate’s turf on Saturday 9 March.

Centre: Flowing. Shelley du Toit from Howick High School keeps an eye on her pass as she moves the ball up in the game against Linpark High School during the round robin game at the Pietermaritzburg North Regional of the SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Hockey Challenge that took place at The Wykeham Collegiate’s turf on Saturday 9 March.

Below: Streeetch. Lucy Baker from Howick High School gives it her all as she prepares to go for goals during a round robin game at the Pietermaritzburg North Regional of the SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Hockey Challenge that took place at The Wykeham Collegiate’s turf on Saturday 9 March.

Photo credit: Rogan Ward

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Welcome to the UCSI February 2024 Newsletter

uMngeni Community, where the community keeps themselves safe.

February was a relatively busy month for the response team. Plenty of searches with a few misses.

I would like to thank all our members for their donations to the UCSI. A few of our major sponsors; Stock Owners Office Park for the Office. I-Uncapped for communications to office and two gantries. Howick and Districts Landowners Association for capital building more gantries and cameras to the network.

Incident report
2024/02/01 Hilton
A vehicle activation cameras for a couple who are wanted for fraud and theft from a B&B in Swartburg. Unfortunately, the case was opened too late for our response team to action on the activation. The vehicle disappeared in Pmb area.

2024/02/03 Tweedie/ Greendale
A vehicle using false plates activated cameras, Info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. The vehicle was stopped by Knight Security member. Owner keeps promising to update licence but this time Howick SAPS have impounded the vehicle.

2024/02/07 Merrivale
A vehicle reported as stolen activated cameras. Info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. After confirming that vehicle was still sought, AET members stopped the vehicle with assistance from Magma and Ballid members. The vehicle was taken to Howick saps for processing.

2024/02/09 Howick
A vehicle seen Illegal dumping was reported to UCSI. The owner of vehicle did make contact with Mayor Pappas. Problem dealt with.

2024/02/10 Nottingham road
A stolen vehicle reported by Notties Snipr group member, I made a search for the stolen vehicle and suspect vehicle. Unfortunately, the vehicle was stolen much earlier than reported so last visual was heading out of our area. I shared information about the suspect vehicle used with Law enforcement and Notties team.

2024/02/11 Karkloof
A vehicle suspected to be involved in armed robbery activated cameras into the Karkloof area. Karkloof Magma security members and SAPS response groups were informed. Thanks to Karkloof Magma team. The vehicle turns out to be the legit cloned vehicle. Driver had same problem before and now carries an affidavit stating that vehicle is cloned.

2024/02/13 Howick
A Stolen vehicle activated cameras. The Karkloof and UCSI SAPS response groups were notified. Thanks to Karkloof Magma and SSS the vehicle was eventually stopped in Merrivale. The vehicle was taken to Howick SAPS where SAPS members took over the case.

2024/02/14 Merrivale
A VEHICLE STOLEN, activated the camera; The Info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. The vehicle stopped by SAPS on N3 near Cedara. Established that vehicle was not stolen; it was used without owner’s consent. Thank you Ballid and SAPS

2024/02/16 Merrivale
A suspect vehicle involved in Motor theft activated cameras. The info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. Actioned by Knight Security member but unfortunately vehicle not found. Thank you Knight security.

2024/02/18 Hilton
A vehicle suspected in shoplifting entered the Hilton and Howick areas, The info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. Thank you Knight Security and Tracing Point members. Vehicle under observation in the uMngeni area. No mischief observed. Vehicle did a lot of loops around shopping centers in our area but left without incident.

2024/02/20 Merrivale
A suspect stolen vehicle activated the cameras. The info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. Thanks Knight security the vehicle was stopped and taken to Howick SAPS. SAPS allowed vehicle to leave on own recognizance to sort out paperwork in Durban.

2024/02/23 Hilton
A stolen vehicle activated the cameras. The info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. Thanks Magma and Hilton SAPS the vehicle was recovered.

2024/02/27 Hilton
A Stolen vehicle activated the cameras. The info sent to UCSI SAPS response group. Thanks to Hilton SAPS. A vehicle check done and confirmed that the vehicle had been recovered. No further action required.

2024/02/27 Dalton
Report received of a kidnapping in Dalton area. We searched cameras for the suspect vehicle with the partial registration number received. Suspect vehicle found with correct reg number and confirmed that the vehicle had also been moving through uMngeni area the day before. The abducted person was eventually found safe, but vehicle not found. Great teamwork between the Greytown, Wartburg and uMngeni areas, sharing info and cameras.

Consolidated breakdown
Feb-24

Total Photos    Total Hits    Previous year Hits
  4 309 661          660                  474

Be safe and vigilant at all times. If something feels "off" report it to your local CPF group, Security or SAPs member, no matter how small.

You could be saving a life that you will never know about.

How can you get involved?
The UCSI will not be sustainable without monthly community support from business entities, shopping centers, hospitals, schools, estates, security companies and private individuals. Please join the UCSI as a contributing member.

Contact Deon from the UCSI by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Whatsapp 0630689652 (button on the link)
Or
Please follow the links below to go to the website where you can find a membership form to download.
https://operations2956.wixsite.com/ucsi

Membership form also available on the Whatsapp number 063 068 9652 under the catalogs menu.

You are welcome to donate monthly on debit order or once off yearly.

Affiliated members have access to ask for assistance in any reported crime involving a vehicle.

The UCSI will issue Section 18A certificates for CAPEX and OPEX donations of any amount.

Stay safe – we got this!

Yours sincerely
Deon Tegg Operations Director
063 068 9652

If you’ve ever tried listening underwater, you’ve probably noticed that sounds are oddly clear and fast. The reason is that water molecules are densely packed, allowing sound waves to travel faster than in air. But what about when it comes to your hearing aid and water?

If you’re in the market for a new hearing aid, talk to Butlin Hearing about the Signia range. With the exception of the Signia Silk X, the Signia range of hearing aids have a protection rating against solids (like dust and water) which means they can survive 30-minute water submersion in a five-foot depth and withstand dust and debris.

For all your hearing needs, including FREE hearing screenings, comprehensive hearing tests, or hearing devices, call Claire in Howick on 033 330 3966, or Mark in Pietermaritzburg on 033 342 2330, and let Butlin Hearing welcome you to the world of sound!

Support local, at this, our inaugural Exhibition, featuring both new and established Midlands Artists, at the stunning Taste Buds Farm Stall venue. (Lions Gate Estate, Corner of the D128 and Main Dargle Road)

There is no entrance fee.

Browse the various Artists, (and purchase a piece or two of unique art), while listening to live music. Rhiannon & Vince, the dynamic Dad and Daughter duo will be performing for our pleasure.

Enjoy a delicious meal or have a drink at the pub.

10% of the proceeds will go to the Funda Nenja Charity, an amazing group of people with an innovative approach to animal education for under privileged communities.

Looking forward to seeing you there!!

Call 078 760 5436.

Eskom is aware of transformer OSB273, in Osizweni, Newcastle, which failed due to overload on 07 November 2023. The transformer supplies electricity to 73 legally connected customers, and of these, only 24 (33%) are paying for the electricity they consume.

Eskom is experiencing a significant increase in transformer failures in residential areas due to meter tampering, illegal connections and vandalism of Eskom’s infrastructure. The existing infrastructure has been installed to cater for supply requirements of Eskom’s legal customers. The transformer that is supplying electricity to Osizweni failed due to overload caused by a high number of bypassed meters and illegal electricity connections.

Due to the increasing number of the transformer failures, replacement thereof without addressing the root cause has become unsustainable, costly, and unsafe for Eskom’s technicians and members of the public, more specifically the innocent children.

Therefore, before the transformer can be replaced and supply restored, an audit must be conducted, and the network normalised. The community members who are found to have tampered with the metering installation will be issued with remedial fines and illegal connections will be removed and/ or normalised.

Eskom will require 75% of the customers to be in good standing before the transformer is replaced. As per the NERSA published tariffs, the customers that have bypassed the meters have to pay a tamper fine of R6052.60, where at least R3000 upfront payment must be paid with a balance payable as and when the customer purchases an electricity token.

Eskom has had engagements with the community leaders in this regard and will continue to work with the community until the matter is resolved. Communities are urged to cooperate with Eskom teams on the ground by granting them access to the Eskom metres in their homes when audits take place.

Eskom wishes to encourage the public to report information regarding illegal electricity sales, fraud, meter tampering and all other electricity-related crimes to the Eskom Crime Line: 080011 27 22. Reporting can be done anonymously.

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The grade Twos concluded their theme of Healthy Living with cooking up a storm. They took over our school kitchen and with the help of Sam Hunt from Culinary Kids and the most capable mums they made a starter, main course, desert as well as a delicious milkshake.

A very big thank you goes to Pick n Pay at Fairways for the generous donation of dough for the delicious cinnamon rolls. Thank you to the Phillips-Page family who also donated 14 Liters of milk for the milkshakes.

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More about Howick Preparatory School

We need your help! The Angels Care Feeding Scheme aims to bring joy to 350 underprivileged children this Easter by providing them with Easter eggs. Could you spare some eggs to make their day extra special and filled with sweetness and kindness? Every contribution counts.

Drop off - The Old Agricultural Hall Howick (near the Howick Falls). Please also conatct us for other drop off areas or we can arrange to collect.

Thank you for your kindness.

Samuel Beckett's Endgame is one of the great existential works. The play is set in a bunker in an apocalyptic world, occupied by four characters Hamm, Clov, Nagg and Nell. Through the process of trying to tell a story, Hamm, the blind and disabled tyrant and protagonist, takes the audience on a journey of quirky and absurd dialogue with his servant Clov. Hamm's parents, Nagg and Nell, are confined to ash-bins, Hamm is confined to his chair, and Clov cannot rest.

Performed by extremely talented matric learners at Michaelhouse, Endgame will offer a wonderfully entertaining ponder at the state of the world we live in from the voices of teenagers full of hope, and from a prophetic writer who helped shaped our existential thoughts through plays like Waiting for Godot.

The Thukela River, meaning ‘that which startles’ is the second largest river in South Africa. Treverton College, celebrating its 60th year in 2024, adequately chose a great adventure to mark this significant year. The Thukela Source-to-Sea expedition aims to paddle the length of the Thukela River, 550 km of rapids and white water. A team from Treverton College comprising of 7 learners, 3 staff and 3 experienced river guides, have undertaken this incredibly adventurous feat.

The group consisted of the following learners:
Grade 10 Alexander Tegg, Jaydon Muller, Jayden Davis
Grade 9: Samantha Thompson, Maria Outram, Harry Killian-Louis,
Grade 12: Christopher Nel

Breaking the expedition into two phases, so as not to take too any precious academic time off, the learners completed phase one before the start of the 2024 school year and will undertake the second phase in the Easter holidays.

The first phase of the Thukela source to sea has taken place successfully. Departing on the 7th of January to Witsieshoek in the Central Drakensberg. The team then hiked up to Mont-aux-Sources via the chain ladders to the source of the Thukela River. It is on the flanks of this mountain at around 3200m that a spring emerges that gives birth to the stream of the Thukela. We followed this stream down to the edge of the Drakensberg escarpment known as the Amphitheatre. Here, having grown surprisingly quickly and benefitting from good recent rains, it plunges down to the Royal Natal Park valley in a number of huge leaps. Cumulatively, this is said to be the highest waterfall in the world. Whatever the facts may be, this is a magnificent sight. An overall 32km hike on Day one was followed by the start of paddling on Day 2 through to Day 9.

An impressive section was on Day 7 on The Harts Hill Falls, it which is a 12m high waterfall that stretches right across a wide 250m section of the Thukela, broken only by an island towards the center. It also has the thunderous ‘Little Augrabies’ whose presence is announced not only by sound but by the mist driven into the air by the Thukela being channeled through a massive rocky chasm. It is said to be un-runnable, and obviously, these river features were portaged. Day 8, saw the team paddling/swimming through the Thukela Canyon, which is infamous for rapids such as the “Rocky Horror”, which scattered our entire team in separate directions and cost many a shoe to the river, a fair payment for the experience.

Phase one was completed on Day 9, which comprised of paddling a seemingly short 12 km to the where there was 2x4 vehicle access. 260 km of paddling a swollen river, in 9 days, an incredible feat by all participated. All of whom will confirm that there were many hours spent through 2023 converting useless K1 or K2 paddlers (staff included) into paddlers of some use in flat water and where there are minor rapids. Add to this boat management and exposure to other kinds of boats like crocs and plastic kayaks.

We are proud at how positively each learner approached this expedition. Some had to deal with very real fear, while other dealt more with their fatigue. All-in-all, this is a great learning experience, and it is what we value at Treverton.

A shout out for the guidance we had from Gustav Greffrath of Itchyfeet, and his right-hand man Kenny Outram. We are also thankful for Cameron Stork’s assistance in the challenging Thukela Canyon section at medium-high level. We eagerly await the start of Phase Two which sets off on the 22nd March from the same point where Phase One concluded. The Source-to-Sea will be completed when the team arrive on the sandy beach of The Tugela Mouth on the 30th of March 2024.

For further information please contact www.treverton.co.za

Pictured above L to R: Gustav Gefrath (guide), Jayden Davis, Harry Killian-Louis, Alex Tegg (a bit in front), Jaydon Muller (mostly hidden), Maria Outram, Chris Nel, Samantha Thomson, Kenny Outram, Derek Brown (teacher), Chanelle Oosthuisen (teacher), Chris Nowlan (logistics), Aiden MacKie (teacher).

Saturday - 9 March 2024 saw the first leg of the All Natal Mens darts trials which took place in Empangeni. There were 5 teams of 6 players each from throughout KZN and two teams representing the newly formed uMngeni Darts Association.

Each player played 29 games in this first leg.

There will be three more legs played over the upcoming weeks whereupon the top players will be chosen to represent KZN at the South African championships. Our teams did pretty well with four 180's being thrown. Two by Bundy Mather and one each by Rubin Ganasen and Pradheep Jairaj.

Top image: Rubin Ganasen Bundy Mather
Below: Pradheep Jairaj and John Mulder

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We’re into March already and we’re hoping that the weather is going to start cooling down soon; being on the greens in this intense heat can be exhausting!

And it was just such a hot day last week Tuesday, when we hosted our quarterly Amberglades Sizzling 60’s competition. This is played in the format of 2 bowl trips, with 2 members of each team having to be at least 60 years young! As usual, Amberglades did a fantastic job of spoiling our bowlers! Every participant received a coffee & cake voucher and a delicious choc chip cookie to go with it, and there were some amazing prize hampers for our winners. Speaking of winners, congratulations to the following teams:-

1st Prize: Rusty Ikin, Graham Duggie & Steve Simpson
2nd Prize: Kevin Palmer, Erik Van Der Schaar & Lesley Rieseberg
Plate Prize: Balf Balfour, Koos Marais & Neill Birdsey
Toucher Prizes: Kevin Palmer, Colin Norris & Barry Fairbrother

Well done to all who took part and thank you so much to Amberglades for the great sponsorship. We’re definitely looking forward to the next one.

Events to keep an eye out for:

Tuesday, 19 March: J Leslie Smith & Co Nominated 2-4-2 Pairs. Tabs in 08h45 (Book with Lisa on 084 586 6984)
Friday, 22 March: Dormehl Phalane Nominated 2 Bowl Trips. Tabs in 08h45 (Book with Pippa on 083 467 8140)

Regular tabs in times are:-
Tuesdays at 08h15
Wednesdays at 13h15
Saturdays at 13h15

Visitors are always welcome. Coaching by registered coaches is available.

For more information contact Sharon on 082 900 5944

Photo Caption: One of our winning teams of our quarterly Amberglades Sizzling 60’s competition, Kevin Palmer, Erik Van Der Schaar & Lesley Reiseberg pictured with Sandra Turner Van Rij from Amberglades.

Seasonal and organic, Allison and Tyson potatoes grown in Merrivale rural area on The Funny Farm, are now available for you to buy. WhatsApp Jane on 082 564 1800 or Jenna on 079 445 6381 to order yours.