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3 3 Somerkersfees Welkom, o stille nag van vrede onder die Suiderkruis Wyl stemme uit die verlede oor sterrevelde ruis Hoor jy hoe sag die klokke beier in eeue-oue taal Kyk, selfs die nagtelike swye vertel die ou verhaal Hulp aan die oue van dae pg4 -Inhoud- -Content- pg5 pg6 pg10 Voel jy ook nou Sy warm liefde As ons die dag gedenk Toe Hy sy Seun aan ons gegee het Ons grootste Kersgeskenk Kersfees kom, Kersfees kom Gee aan God die eer Skenk ons n helder Somerkersfees In hierdie land, o Heer. Vir diegene wat met Jan Tuisbly se karretjie ry gedurende die feesseisoen, bied ons n opwindende uittreksel met inligting oor alles wat die dorp u [en u gaste] gedurende hierdie tyd bied. Hier of ver - n geseënde Kersfees en n wonderlike nuwe jaar word u toegewens! Crouch, Touch, Pause - Engage At year end it is almost as though the sequence of a rugby referee at a scrum rings in one s ears. It is at the end of the year that one takes time out to Reflect [on the past year] Enjoy [the now] Engage [fully in what lies ahead] In this final newsletter for the year, we bring the latest news and also reflect on what took place in Midrand Estates over the past year. To add to the enjoyment of those who will spend time at home over the festive season [and those who receive visitors over this time], the newsletter provides information on the facilities, amenities and entertainment available during the holiday season. May all our readers take time to reflect, have a relaxing time to enjoy and return with keen spirit and health for the 2012 to engage! -Die Uitgawe- -Mede pg29 -This Edition- If you didn t receive the October edition please mail us. Previous Edition Vorige Uitgawe Voorblad Skud jou vere reg vir 2012 Foto deur Gert Janzen van Vuuren -Contact us- Lizelle Green Tel: editor@midrand-estates.co.za lizelleg@midrand-estates.co.za Kontak onswerkers - Produced by- Liesl, Manfred, Traute, Willem, Dirk, Hester, Adri, Christa, Louise, Jan, Lizelle.

4 4 Hulp aan die oue van dae Die eenvoudige antwoord op die vraag oor hoeveel kruideniersware gekoop kan word met R300, is dat dit genoeg kan koop. Genoeg om n verskil te maak, vir n maand, aan iemand wat swaarkry. Die gemeenskaplike liefdadigheidsaksie van Midrand Estates as n dorp, word dié jaar aangepak in samewerking met die Centurion Raad van Bejaardes. Daar is altesaam 112 oues van dae geïdentifiseer wat in nood verkeer en daar is bepaal dat R300 se kruideniersware vir n maand aan die meeste van hul behoeftes kan voldoen. Die doel is om aan die 112 bejaardes hulp te verleen vir ses maande. Ten einde die risiko ten opsigte van die stoor van soveel kruideniersware te verminder, is daar besluit om die projek - in samewerking met die plaaslike SPAR - aan te pak en word daar, deur die betaling van koopbewyse, fondse ingesamel. SPAR sal dan oor die termyn die kruideniersware uitkeer soos wat dit aangevra word alles onder die wakende oog van die Retire@Midstream HEV se personeel. Inwoners word versoek om n verskil te maak deur n koopbewys van die kersboom by die ingang van die SPAR af te haak, en dan saam met die inkopies te betaal. MAAK N VERSKIL AAN DIE LEWE VAN IEMAND WAT SWAARKRY. MAAK N REUSE VERSKIL VIR N HELE MAAND - TEEN SLEGS R300. n H - met n goeie doel. aanbied met optredes deur Suid-Afrikaanse sterre om sodoende geld in te samel vir liefdadigheid. Hierdie jaar het Angelfriends bande gesmee met Hanna Grobler bekende aktrise, stigter en Voorsitter van Hanna Charity and Empowerment Foundation. Fondse word ingesamel en aangewend om minderbevoorregtes weer hoop te gee [sien www. hannacharity.org] en hul waardigheid te herstel. B ok van Blerk se briljante geblêr en die skreeusnaakse staaljies van Peter [of is dit Pieter?] die Skot oor Muisboek en allerlei ander skerpsinnighede, het die gehoor van meer as 550 ondersteuners van die Angelfriends Konsert op 8 November, laat skater van die lag. Angelfriends is n liefdadigheidsinisiatief van n aantal Midstream vriende wat jaarliks n glansaand Die gehoor was meegevoer deur die optrede van Bok van Blerk, befaamde Skotse volksanger, Peter Mitchell, Jannie Moolman, Romanz, Floris Bonafede, sy seun en Liesl du Toit kunstenaars wat hul talente aanwend vir die verbetering van ander se lewens. Ware vriende van engele Moenie volgende jaar se konsert misloop nie!

5 Bowls is a game of strategy played on grass 5 and now also under the bright lights. On 2 November this year the Retire@Midstream residents were the proud hosts of the President of SA Bowls, the Protea mens and ladies bowling team, the Northern Gauteng and Sables teams, as well as a multitude of other bowlers in the region. The function was held to mark the occasion of the opening ceremony of the new indoor bowling rink at the retirement village. The rink is a first for South Africa where bowls is predominantly played on lawns whereas competitions in Europe and Australia regularly take place indoors. Chris Smith from Bondev welcomed the guests to Midrand Estates and Debra Fergusan, the president of SA Bowls, expressed her appreciation for the development opportunity presented to the sport through the unique facility. Fittingly Debra then rolled the first bowl and declared the rink open. Top: Chris Smith from Bondev welcomed the guest at the new facility. Left: Debra Fergusan, president of SA Bowls, rolled the first bowl at the new indoor bowling rink. During the course of the evening the Northern Gauteng teams did themselves proud by first defeating Sables and then narrowly beating the National teams. Theuns Fraser, the head coach at SA Bowls who assisted in the planning of the facility explained that the imported carpet presented players with a surface that ran true and slightly faster than lawn with the bowl running at 15 seconds instead of 12 to 13 seconds over 30m. Whilst the increase in speed presents a challenge to men it brings the game within the ambit of the lady players where less strength is required to roll the ball the required distance. Theuns Fraser, head coach at SA Bowls assisted in the planning. In the end the greatest advantage lies in being able to play bowls in the shade without interference from weather conditions. An additional bonus to be able to play at night under the lights! The RAMs club (Retire@Midstream Bowling club) will form part of the Gauteng Northern District and will be established in the new year. Those interested in playing the strategic bowling game on either lawn or carpet can contact the office at the Retire@Midstream HOA office for more details

6 6 Bruid van die Jaar 2011 n Graad 2 onderwyseres by Midstream College Pre- Primêr, Juffrou Adél Dreyer [née van der Spuy] en haar man, Pierre, het trou aan mekaar beloof met n sprokiestroue gevier by Yamati, Moholoholo in Hoedspruit op 18 Junie, hierdie jaar. Die egpaar is ook inwoners van die dorp. Adél is aangewys as n finalis vir Beeld se Bruid van die Jaar kompetisie. Die twaalf finaliste sal in Maart 2012 voor n paneel verskyn, waarna die wenner by n spoggeleentheid aangewys sal word. Die wenbruid sal wegstap met n reeks fantastiese pryse. Ons hou duime vas, Adél! Blue Bulls u/15 Team Leslie Stolterfoht, a Grade 9 student at Midstream College, did everyone proud when he was chosen for the U/15 Blue Bulls Invitational team earlier this year. He played for the Bulls at the Interprovincial Tournament held in Bloemfontein between the 2nd and 8th of October, where the U/15 side beat the Durban Sharks in the final. Leslie previously represented the Blue Bulls U/13 Craven side as well as the U/14 Invitational Blue Bulls side in the previous two years.

7 7 PETty about Poop? Rob is a resident in Midstream and has asked us to post a request to dog lovers. He says that he quite frequently sees dogs fouling pavements and lawns in front of residents houses. The estate House Rules dictate that dog owners must keep their dogs on leash when outside their private property, and that any fouling that may occur whilst the dogs are taking their daily walk needs to be picked up. Kuiergaste Ina van Retire@Midstream vertel dat die Swartpuntstert Muishond en Dikkoppie gereelde kuiergaste is, wanneer sy op haar patio sit en tee drink. Wonder of hulle vir n slukkie kom vra? He closes by saying that he applauds owners who carry around poop scoops and then continues by suggesting: Where possible culprits should be photographed, and reported. The guilty parties should then be fined as per the current estate Rules and Regulations. These are strong words from a resident on a topic which speaks about mutual consideration and respect. Tennis@Midstream The Tennis@Midstream Club is proud of its recent achievements during the Gauteng North Mens and Ladies league competitions. Both the first teams won their respective leagues and will be promoted to higher leagues. The full results are as follows: Men 1st team: Reserve B League winners promoted to Gauteng North Reserve A League. Men 2nd team: A3 League third position. Ladies 1st team: Reserve A League winners promoted to Gauteng North B League. Ladies 2nd team: A3 League second position. Ladies 1st team For more information on social tennis, contact Hendrik Greeff on

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9 9 MIDRAND LANDGOED WEERINLIGTING AANLYN OP ONS WEBWERF Elkeen van ons is op een of ander manier in aanraking met die weer rond om ons. Graag bespreek ons daagliks hoe warm dit was, hoeveel dit gereën het en wat die humiditeit, windsterkte en -rigting was. As ons aktiwiteite soos ʼn braai of ʼn vakansie beplan, is betroubare weervoorspelling van onskatbare waarde. Argitekte gebruik graag inligting oor die invloed van somer- en wintertemperatuur vir ergonomiese huisontwerpe. Die maksimum hoeveelheid reën bepaal die dakbedekking oftewel die getal huise per area van ʼn dorpsontwikkeling. Boere gebruik inligting oor evapotranspirasie vir gewasse-bestuur soos bv. druiwe aanplantings. Dus, met voldoende kennis van ons weer of klimaat, kan ons ons lewens beter bestuur. Ons weerinligting word verkry van ʼn Davis Vantage Pro Plus 2 weerstasie by Retire at Midstream. Daar is baie praktiese redes om internet tegnologie te gebruik om weer-informasie te dissemineer en vir elke inwoner van die Midrand Landgoed toeganklik te maak. Internet is maklik om te gebruik en inligting is aanlyn beskikbaar. Die volgende inligting word verskaf: Midrand Landgoed weerblad: 1. Meet grafieke word elke 30 minute opgedateer en inligtingsdata is onmiddellik vir elke individuele weermeting beskikbaar. 2. Tendensie grafieke met sewe dae inligting word ook elke 30 minute opgedateer. 3. Teks-data, met metings aanlyn en/of laagste en hoogste gemete weerelement data, per maand of jaar, is beskikbaar. 4. Banier wat aanlyn en/of laagste en hoogste historiese data vertoon, is ook beskikbaar. Twee aanlyn meet grafieke ʼn 7 dae tendensie grafiek Teks data Klimaatkaarte van Suider-Afrika 1. Topografie, Reën, Temperatuur. 2. Ryp Periodes, Plantegroei-en gehardheid. Hierdie grafieke is agtergrondinligting vir begrip oor weerelemente en hul invloed op ons klimaat. SA Weerdiens 1. 7 dae weervoorspelling 2. Satelliet windpatroon oor Suider-Afrika Hierdie weervoorspellingsdiens is uiters welkom vir beplanning van werk-aktiwiteite, funksies en natuurlik vakansies. Aangesien ons weerinligting ook op die webwerf van Davis internasionaal beskikbaar sal wees, is ʼn reliëf en politiese landkaart, ʼn padkaart en ʼn kaart waar ons by die Midrand Landgoed gevind kan word, ingesluit. Al die bogenoemde weerinligting kan op die Midrand Landgoed webwerf of via ʼn direkte skakel by verkry word.

10 10 The year in Midrand Estates Reflecting, enjoying a Marks Maponyane Who will ever forget the year 2010 when the soccer world cup came to South Africa? The scholars will most probably only remember the extended holiday enjoyed by them! Others will remember the South African flag which became a household display item across the globe, and of course, the introduction of Soccer Fridays. At home Marks Maponyane assisted in carrying the colourful wakawaka soccer story to our readers and the flag tree indicated the progression of the teams throughout the tournament until the team from Spain was elevated to the top of the world - and their flag to the top of our tree. In 2010 rugby supporters flocked to Soweto to follow the Blue Bulls and were part of the larger community which was introduced to a new estate in our midst when the retirement village welcomed their first residents in April. Mr & Mrs Croukamp. Residents of Retire@Midstream Would it be possible to eclipse 2010? The cover pages of our newsletters provide insight into what took place this year. Locally the biggest story of the year has been the traffic congestion that has become an unwelcome experience in the mornings. The good news of new roads being constructed was carried in the August edition when readers were also introduced to the local traffic officials who had been tasked with providing a friendly service to alleviate the pain. As the new roads were completed they were opened progressively and after a temporary delay, construction work on the section to Nellmapius in Centurion was started in earnest during October. Completion of the roads is expected in February of Construction work pertaining to infrastructure has also been a national priority with the Gautrain and the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project being completed in The Gautrain began operating in the latter half of the year and whilst we are The opening of the new Indoor bowling facility at Retire@Midstream The Traffic officials at the road construction site all enjoying the newly completed freeways, we are holding our collective breath awaiting the announcement of the toll fees. Locally, construction work on a number of facilities was completed in the year, these being the new medical wing with the day hospital, the indoor bowling facility which was opened by the National Protea bowling team and the new church building of the Kerksondermure congregation of the Dutch Reformed Church.

11 11 nd ready to engage! During the year, through the medium of the newsletters, readers were introduced to the parks within the estates (estimated at almost 100 hectares in size), birds found in Midrand Estates (which we now call the habitat we share with others) and a regular feature on the local weather station. With part of our habitat including a shopping centre, in an edition readers were introduced to the local service providers and merchants. Midlands park and swimming pool The pretty little Cheri, photographed in one of the Square@Midstream shops - Posies. Fittingly, the first magazine cover of the year depicted a lone teddy bear used to convey feedback on the conclusion of the community charity event of 2010 whereby efforts were combined to clothe 350 orphans or disadvantaged children. This, the final edition for the year carries the proud tradition forwards with a report on the Angelfriends initiative of Midstream friends, as well as the Help-a-Granny collection which aims to assist destitute elders, and which is managed by the Retire@Midstream HOA. On a sporting note: the year will be remembered for the All Blacks winning the Rugby World Cup, the Lions surprising all by winning the Currie Cup, and finally, for the cricket match in Cape Town when the national Protea team had accumulated a score of 111 (for 1) a few minutes after 11 o clock on 11 November on their way to beat the Australian team and all of that in the year 2011! If the sequence is to reflect on the past, to enjoy the present and to engage into the future all seems to be ready to engage with eager anticipation in a bright future! Midrand Estates News 2011 Covers April 2011 The cosmos in and around the estate as introduction to the parks August 2011 News on the road. February 2011 A lone teddy bear used to convey feedback on the 2010 community charity project June 2011 One of the theatres at the new Medical facility at Retire@Midstream as announcement of all the new medical facilities now available October 2011 Little Cheri on the cover to welcome summer and introducing readers to the Square@Midstream

12 12 THROUGH THE STORM... Jesus Christ was born into this world to reconcile humankind to their Creator, whether we take this opportunity is up to us but everyone has that opportunity, nobody is beyond the reach of the Hand of God. Simply put, all of us are sinners, all of us are broken, all of us are incomplete, we are shadows of what God intended us to be. So God sent His own Son into the world to give humankind the most comprehensive and awesome insight into their Creator and His love for His Creation. Incredible promises behold, I make all things New. In the Old Testament I will restore the years the locusts have stolen simple English, even those wasted years, before I met Christ, can be used for good once my relationship with Him and my NG Gemeente Kersdiens 25 Desember :00 Oujaarsdiens 31 Desember :00 Sondae Dienstye Elke Sondag oggend om 09:00 Vir meer inligting kontak /81 of deepest need for Him is acknowledged. Now the challenge! Does this mean once I have accepted Jesus into my life everything will go fine? Some promise this, but it is not my experience. Storms are part of life. Family, work, school, varsity, friendships and Faith itself all experience storms. Being Christian does not mean the end of the storms, but it does mean that through the storm I have a Hand to hold that will lead me, guide me, encourage me and most of all, never let me go. Real faith for real Men and Women of God. A God who is relevant to all areas of my life. 9:00 Sundays at Midstream Methodist Church you are welcome to share and learn more about this Friend who is Closer than we once ever dreamed possible. PS no service 1 st January Note the Watchnight Service at 18:00 on the 31 st December Have a blessed Christmas and an awesome New Year! Philip Sharpe OUR CHRISTMAS SERVICE WILL BE SUNDAY 25 TH DECEMBER 2011 AT 09H00 OUR WATCHNIGHT SERVICE WILL BE SATURDAY 31 ST DECEMBER AT 18H00 THERE WILL BE NO SERVICE ON NEW YEARS DAY 01 ST JANUARY 2012 Secretary admin@midstream.org.za

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15 15 Krieket swaai kolf in Australië Op 22 September vertrek n senior en n junior groep kranige krieketspelers vir twee weke na Australië Midstream College se eerste sporttoer oorsee. Die toer het die eerste aand in Singapoer met n hoogtepunt begin toe die Singapoer Grand Prix oefenrondtes naby die groep se hotel plaasgevind het. Die groep besoek onder andere Brisbane en Sydney. Die seuns het die lewensverrykende toer geweldig geniet. European tour delights Midstream travellers The group of Midstream travellers departed from OR Tambo International Airport on Saturday 25 September Upon arrival at Heathrow the group made their way to Stratford - upon - Avon via Oxford where even the old universities were found to be interesting. They were treated to various productions every evening which included The Merchant of Venice and Macbeth. The next stop was Venice, where the hotels, sights, sounds and nightlife was fascinating. Rome stood out, however, because of the Colosseum and the Vatican City. As the tour guide Tim said as the group returned home, Let this trip not be the whole adventure but rather have whet the appetite and turned the first page in your personal book of adventurous travels.

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17 17 DIE KUIFKOPVISVANGER ʼn KWIKSILVER OP ONS DAMMETJIES Geduld en ʼn onverstoorde observasiepos het ʼn mens nodig, om die klein opgewekte en lewendige Kuifkopvisvanger by ons dammetjies by Midfield raak te sien en te geniet. Fig: 01 dele, soos grate en vinne in die vorm van ʼn bolletjie opbring en uitspoeg. (Fig.: 05). Alhoewel hy die mees volop klein visvangertjie in ons streek is, word hy maklik misgekyk. Hy is net 14 sentimeter lank, het n blou rugkant en sy blou kroon vere strek tot by die oë wat dan ook sy sleutel uitkenmerk is. Die kuif is blougroen- en swart en word net gelig as hy bedreig voel. Die kuifvere vorm dan amper ʼn kring, omdat hulle meer na die kante as na bo sprei. Die onderkant is rooibruin en die pote rooi. Die opvallendste kenmerk is die lang spitsrooi Maar dan word jy beloon en kan jy hierdie pragtige, kleurvolle visvangertjie dophou waar hy met ʼn hoë tjierp-geluid vanaf ʼn lae riet vinnig en laag oor die water swiep of plonsduik om vissies, krappe en ander klein waterdiertjies te vang, terwyl hy naaldekokers in vlug vang. Wanneer hy duik, sluit hy sy derde ooglid om sy oë onder water te beskerm. Die prooi, meestal vissies, word eers op sy sitplek naby die water met geskikte houe gedood en dan kop eerste ingesluk. ʼn Interessante verskynsel is ook dat die visvanger die onverteerde Fig: 02 snawel. Die geslagte lyk eners maar jong voëls het swart snawels en vertoon valer. Kuifkopvisvangers broei in holtes in vertikale grondwalle naby water. Albei ouers grawe die tonnel en bou die nes. Die nes word nooit skoongemaak nie en begin later van al die kosreste ʼn onwelle reuk Fig: 03 afgee en dit vervuil ook gou met miete. Daar is al gesien hoe die ouers ná ʼn voersessie herhaaldelik in die water duik om hulle skoon te was, waarna hulle mekaar se miete van hulle vere pik. Die Kuifkopvisvanger is ʼn permanente inwoner in ons streek. Maar hy is verder ook ʼn gereelde swerwer op soek na kos en word na die reënseisoen dikwels by tydelike waters gesien waar hy, namate die water opdroog, aan die droogtebestande viseiers Fig: 05 smul. Fig: 04 Nie alle visvangers vang visse nie. Daar is ook ander spesies, soos die Bruinkopvisvanger, wat wel die naam visvanger dra, maar van insekte leef en dus in verskillende beboste habitats en ook in ons tuine en parke voorkom. (Met dank aan Gert Janze van Vuuren vir die mooi foto s op die bladsy)

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19 FUN ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND THE ESTATE IN THE ESTATE 19 MIDSTREAM DRIVING RANGE Patrick O Brien Driving range rates: R30 for 55 balls [adults] and R20 for 55 balls [juniors and pensioners]. Summer special [1 Nov to 15 Jan]: R50pppd hit as many golf balls as you like and enjoy Midstream Driving Range all day long. Holiday Golf School from 6 9 December for children between the ages of 6 and 13 years old. Bookings essential. MIDSTREAM GOLF COURSE Riegardt Weyers / riegardt23@vodamail.co.za Golf specials for December Holidays: Non Members R50 Students and Pensioners R30 Juniors R20 The golf course will only be closed on 25 and 26 December MIDSTREAM PHYSIQUE [GYM] The gym will only be closed on 24, 31 December and Public Holidays. Special tariffs for December R20.00 per day for day visitors [normal tariffs are R50.00]. Promotion for 2012 join the gym in January and only start paying membership fees from February. SQUASH The squash courts will be open in accordance with the gym times highlighted above. Bookings can be made at the gym. Gym members play for free and non-members pay R20.00 per game. SWIMMING POOLS FLY FISHING Pack your hat, tackle box and fishing rod and camp out next to the bass dams at Midfield Estate. TENNIS Fanie / fanie@fvrtennis.co.za The FanBert Tennis Academy will be hosting a junior tennis tournament [everyone younger than 13 years is welcome] on 5 and 6 December. A holiday tennis clinic will be held on 7 and 8 December as well as the 9th and 10th of January [adults and children]. Private training sessions can also be booked from 02 December. The 25m indoor swimming pool at Midlands is open from 6am to 8pm Mondays to Fridays; and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays. During the holidays, the times will be in accordance with the gym s time schedules. Costs are R80 [adults] and R40 [children] for ten sessions. The swimming pool is available at no charge to all Midlands residents over weekends. Gym members don t pay a fee and need to show their gym membership card at the Reception desk. The two 25m swimming pools at the College are open at all times and can be used by all [no charge]. The outdoor swimming pools and braai facilities in each estate can be used by all residents and their visitors. continue on page 22

20 20 Silly Season Shopping Schedule DECEMBER Amourique Jewelers X X X X X Aula Properties X X X X X X X X X X X X Barber SA X X Café Concepts ½ X X X X X Chatz X X X X X Classique Cleaners X X X X X X Computers@Midstream X X X X X X Cure Day Clinic X X X X X X X X X X X X X Eyecare@Midstream X X X X X X X X Gardening Concepts ½ X X X Greenfields X Henry E Salon X X X X X X X MES X X X X X X Mica X X Midfix X X X X X X X X X X X X X Midpharm X Midstream Medical X X X X Midstream Pools X ½ X X X X X Midteam X X X X Moyen Day Spa ½ X X Paramedic Petstream X X Posies X X X X PostNet X X X R@M Restaurant Scooters X X X Steers X X X SuperSpar X The Biltong Shop X ½ X X X X X The Boyz X X X ½ X X X The Purple Cow X The Uniform Shop X X X X X X X X X Tops X Video Den X You re Framed X X X X X X X X X HOA Midfield X X ½ X X X HOA Midlands X X ½ X X X HOA Midstream X X ½ X X X HOA Retire@Midstream X X ½ X X X

21 21 SANTA CLAUSE IS JANUARY X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X ½ ½ X X X X X X X X X X X ½ X X COMING TO TOWN SPECIAL OFFERS AMOURIQUE JEWELERS / % discount on all men s and ladies watches CHATZ DATA Standard R499 once off [Ts and Cs apply] COMPUTERS@MIDSTREAM Place your order [laptops, notebooks, computers, etc.] according to your personal requirements EYECARE@MIDSTREAM Free sunglasses with Elle or Levi prescription glasses GREENFIELDS Buffet dinner served on Christmas Eve. Bookings essential. POSIES Book your Christmas table in time. Wreaths made on order. RETIRE@MIDSTREAM RESTAURANT Come and enjoy a delectable meal at the restaurant for only R50 per person. X X X X X X X X X X X THE PURPLE COW RESTAURANT Contact us for more info on our holiday program for kids! POSTNET PostNet courier only R95 for countrywide deliveries (0-2kg). DHL it with us and win R10,000 cash! MIDFIX LED 5Watt dimmable GU10 globes ONLY R99.95! X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X ½ X X X ½ X X X ½ X X X ½ X X X STEERS Launching five new exciting milkshake flavours on 22 November. BBQ and Mayo burger, chips and shake for only R39.95 MIDSTREAM POOLS Special offers on pool cleaners and chlorine maintenance hampers PETSTREAM Insertion of microchips for easy identification of pets and their owners. THE BILTONG SHOP Spoil someone special with a custom-made hamper this Christmas TOPS New, improved store with special offers and gifts. VIDEO DEN Take out a contract and stand a chance to win! 1st Prize is a 7-night stay in Mauritius and many more. Competition runs from 1 December to 18 January.

22 FUN ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND THE ESTATE AROUND THE ESTATE CENTURION TEATER MY ART SPACE (BROOKLYN] / / Nov Navi Redd 23 Nov Dinner for one too with Elize Cawood and Wilson Dunster [comedy] 28 Nov to 03 Dec Nataniël: Ryk Neethling doesn t talk to me SUPERSPORT PARK CENTURION Carols by Candlelight brought to you by SPAR and Jacaranda Join Kurt Darren, Nianell, Romanz, Loyiso and the Holy Jerusalem Choir on the 6th of December. Gates open at 4pm. Show starts at 7pm. Toys will be collected to make this festive season something truly magical for underprivileged kids, so please bring a new toy as your entrance. Remember your picnic basket, blankets and camping chairs [no umbrellas, gazebos and glass]. IRENE VILLAGE MARKET / 3, 10, 16, 17 December Irene s famous Christmas market! Creative Christmas gifting and special promotions. LITTLE COOKS CLUB CENTURION / Come and join Little Cooks Club Centurion and learn how to make lovely Christmas and holiday goodies! Each day we will make two dishes and do a craft! December and January from 08:30am to 12pm. Children ages 4 13 years. LORY PARK ANIMAL SANCTUARY / A fun-packed calendar for the holidays! Ranger Day programs, guided family tours, Creatures of the Night, Christmas Carols at The Zoo moonlight tour with animal encounters, a choir and light dinner. Visit our website for more details December. Bring your child to our holiday club to spend time being creative. Age-appropriate activities including mosaic, decoupage, fabric and enamel painting, stained glass, etc. R150 per child per day. Contact us for more info. PRETORIA ZOO / View our full program on jozikids.co.za. Special activities including: Amazing Reptiles, Bird identification, Meet the Birds, Meet the Mammals, Monkey Tricks, Scavenger Hunt, The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre. RIETVLEI NATURE RESERVE / So much to do! Game viewing [rhino, buffalo, hippo, cheetah, eland, red hartebeest, black wildebeest, zebra, brown hyena, etc.], braai and picnic areas, angling, camping facilities, yacht club, coffee shop, lion tours. STER KINEKOR YOUR HAPPY PLACE Movies to look forward to: [Animation] Smurfs, Happy Feet 2 [Comedy] Johnny English Reborn, Tower Heist [Love Drama] Crazy Stupid Love, Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 1 [Afrikaans] Platteland THE BARNYARD THEATRE (MENLYN) Dec: The Swan Princess 31 Dec: Six of the Best New Year s Eve Party 12 Jan 11 Mar: Big Top Rock The Ultimate Rock & Roll Circus

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24 24 Jaarlikse Familie Sportdag Soos altyd was die jaarlikse Sportdag weer n reuse sukses. MLPP het vir die 2de jaar agtermekaar die vriendskaplikke toutrek gewen. Pappas het ingespring en ook gesigte geverf Rugby dag saam met Pappa Boom wat omval skep wonderlike leerervaringe.

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26 26 Caskin White attended the U12 Kenanko South Africa Interprovincial Rournament in George at Kingswood GC where he represented SA Kids golf team at the tournament. The weather was tough with wind and rain on most days and the official practice round cancelled on the Sunday due to bad weather. Caskin finished 49th out of 105 children. Considering he is only 11 and a year younger than most of his competitors, this was a learning experience for him, he competed well and he looks forward to next year s tournament in Nelspruit when he is 12 and the conditions will suit the Gautengers. Young Golfer Uitstappie na die Sammy Marks Museum Dit was met groot opgewondenheid dat ons Graad 3 leerders, met 3 busse, die oggend van 14 Oktober vertrek het na Sammy Marks Museum. Die pragtige outydse tuin, met die baie roosbome het almal beindruk. Op die stoep van die ou here-huis het die vriendelike personeel van die museum ons ingewag. Terwyl die Juffrouens heerlik tee gedrink het in die teetuin, het ons kinders piekniek gehou onder die bome. Dit was vir ons Gr. 3 kinders so lekker om te leer en te ervaar hoe mense n eeu terug gelewe en gewerk het. Ons is so dankbaar dat ons by ons mammas en pappas woon en van daar kan skool toe gaan. Was dit 100 jaar terug, sou hulle ons moes Engeland toe stuur, en dit van n 7-jarige ouderdom!!! Ons hoofleiers vir 2011 Van links - Onderhoofmeisie: Celine da Camara, Hoofmeisie: Ingrid Schmutz, Hoofseun: George Annandale, Onderhoofseun: Justin Wentzel Creative writing On Friday, the 28th of October 2011, the South African Council for English Education (SACEE) invited several learners from Midstream College Primary School to their Annual Prize Giving Ceremony. A total of 140 entries were submitted from eleven schools, whereby only 40 entries were selected to receive an award for their commendable entries. A total of eight entries were selected from our school. The following learners received a certificate for their ccreative writing: Daniel Raath (Daniel s Totem Pole) Nico Wiese (Elephants) Nico Wiese (Fire) Lilandi Niemand (Surviving a River) Aroma Theron (Defying Physics) Denzel Ncube (Enormous & Little Hadeda) Nathan Raath and his entry titled Nathan s Totem Pole was selected as the winner of the Grade 4 section. We are very proud of all our leaners who participated in this competition.

27 27 Storie-aand saam met sterre! Midstream College Primêre Skool se Afrikaanse storie-aand was weer eens n gebeurtenis wat lank onthou sal word deur die leerlinge wat dié aand bygewoon het. Om die aand spesiaal te maak is verskeie stories deur 11 televisie- en verhoogpersoonlikhede op hul unieke manier aan die kinders oorgedra en vertel. Die vertellers was onder andere: Cindy Swanepoel, Christelle van Graan, Johny Klein, Debré Rossouw, Botha Enslin, Marguarite Erasmus, Elanza Swart, Onida Cowan, Riku Latti, Chris Janse van Rensburg en Suzi Swanepoel. Al hierdie akteurs was al te sien in Kyk-net produksies soos Villa Rosa, Getroud met Rugby, Generations en nog vele meer. Van hulle is ook betrokke by RSG, kaberet- en teaterproduksies. Hulle het ook hul eie produksies en het opgetree by die KKNK en ander kunstefeeste regoor die land. Wat n talentvolle span!!! Midstream College O/9A Krieket Die krieketseisoen het vol nuwe uitdagings begin. Krieket is `n spansport en al die seuns het daar ingekoop. Ons het hard gekonsentreer op krieketetiket, dissipline en belangrikste van alles, om die spel te geniet. Die resultate wat deur die seisoen bereik is, is te danke aan die Here en die talente wat Hy aan die jong seuns gegee het. Dit was die span se 1ste jaar in die A-bond en hulle het deurgedring na die semifinaal teen Elarduspark Laerskool. Midstream College het die wedstryd met 10 paaltjies gewen. Die finaal van die Streek was tussen Midstream College en Garsfontein Laerskool en was dit nou n finaal! Die seuns het groot karakter gewys en die finaal met 3 paaltjies gewen. Midstream College se O/9A-Span is die A-bond Ligawenners sowel as die Distrik-wenners. Baie geluk. NO GUTS, NO GLORY, NO MERCY MCCA Camp 2011 Kultuurfees Die kultuurfees is die hoogtepunt op Midstream College Laerskool se kultuurkalender. Van versamelings, fotografie tot dans en sang. Daar is iets vir ieder en elk. Ons kultuurfees deelname het hierdie jaar ongelooflik gegroei, met n rekord getal inskrywings van in Die fees is so sukselsvol dat dit nou al oor 7 weke strek. Ons het ook hierdie jaar twee prestige-aande gehou as gevolg van die toenemende aanvraag na sitplek. 344 leerlinge het by die aande opgetree. Die hoofdoel van die kultuurfees is om die uitvoerende kunste onder ons leerlinge te bevorder, asook deelname vir genot. Tydens die afsluiting met die lied, We are Golden, het almal weer besef dat elke kultuurkind by Midstream College wel vir ons goud werd is. Vivénte `n groep om op trots te wees! On Friday, 14 October 2011 a very excited group of 58 Midstream College Christian Action Group members boarded the buses and headed South towards Schickfontein to the Kimiad Christian Campsite. The theme for the camp was based on Psalm 40:3 Sing a new song to the Lord. This fun, God-filled weekend included praise and worship sessions, heartfelt messages, an obstacle course and other group games. The weekend was a huge success and the children returned home on Sunday afternoon with spirit-filled souls, a healthy dose of sun and fond memories. Die revue groepe het hierdie jaar behoorlik Mielies gegooi! Ons groep bestaan uit 64 lede wat wissel van graad 4 tot 7. Ons het `n dinamiese choreograaf Meneer Darius Swiegelaar wat voorwaar die beste uit die leerders haal. Vivénte het deelgeneem aan die Tshwane Jeug Kunstefees in die Staatsteater en beslis die toeskouers se harte gewen. Tydens die Spektrum Revue kompetisie in September het Vivénte met styl, pragtige kostuums, treffende musiek en ritmiese bewegings die beoordelaars en gehoor na hul asem laat snak! Midstream wen vir die tweede keer die kompetisie met `n uitnemende 95% en ontvang `n tjek van R

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29 29 Stray Pets... Pets going astray in Midrand Estates What happens next? and how to prevent it. Despite our best efforts, from time to time our pets get out of our properties. Some don t wander far before returning home but others find they are unable to get back home. Often these pets are picked up by concerned members of the community and brought to the vet. We have a system in place to try and find the owners. Every stray animal is scanned when arriving at the clinic. This is to check for a microchip. If they are chipped, we are able to re-unite the pets and owners very quickly. Unfortunately most of the time the pets don t have microchips or collars with tags. Our next step is to search our database for existing patients that match the description of the stray. Our search is refined by focusing on the estate in which the animals were found. This search involves phoning all clients that live in that estate, that have a pet matching the description. Often it is a very successful exercise and we are able to re-unite the animals with their owners. Unfortunately it is a search that is limited to pets registered with the clinic. If all our attempts fail the animal must then be handed over to the SPCA. This is a very traumatic experience for all involved. If you lose a pet, please come ask at the Vet. It seems we are the last place people think to ask when their pets go missing. For anyone going away this December: 1. Ensure your pets can be identified collar and tag or microchip. 2. Advise the person caring for them that they can ask at the Vet if the pet gets lost. 3. Ensure your address details are current so we can get hold of you. 4. Consider registering your pet with us it s free. This way we can offer you a better service!. LOCAL IS LEKKER... Need to have your washing done, your trousers adjusted or in need of a table cloth made to your specifications? Classique Cleaners at Square@Midstream can do all of this and so much more. Owners, George and Louise Llewellyn have been in the dry cleaning industry for more than a decade; and were welcomed to The Square when they opened their doors on the 20th of September this year. Classique Cleaners offers the following services: Dry cleaning Laundry Alterations Shoe repairs Shoe products Function décor and setup Hiring of chair covers and table cloths Making of: Curtains Duvet sets Cushions Table cloths Napkins Additional help has been arranged for the festive period to ensure continuous service excellence!

30 30 Leerders glip weg na n fantasiewêreld Die tema van vanjaar se (p)articipate was Fantasia, oftewel Fantasiewêreld, en leerders het met die interessantste kunswerke en optredes vorendag gekom. Die Midstream-familie het uitstekende danse, drama-opvoerings, sangitems en instrumentele items opgelewer. Ruco Pretorius en Erin Willcocks is as die senior (p)articipate-wenners aangewys en Hidé Bouwer en Rynier Brandt as die junior wenners. Revue triumphs at Spektrum Competition After nine long months of hard work and many hours of practice, the climax of the Revue was their performance as part of the prestigious Spektrum Revue competition held on Friday 16 September 2011 at TUT. This was the first time Midstream College took part in this competition and they surpassed all expectations by taking a phenomenal second place! After a wonderful year and many s u c c e s s - ful performances, Revue at Midstream C o l l e g e is moving from strength to strength. Onderwysers stel n voorbeeld Dr. Carel Kriek is deur Umalusi as eksterne moderator vir Wiskunde (Vraestel 1 en 2) aangestel. Me. Sandra Gerber is deur die IEB as streeks- moderator vir Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal (Graad p o r t e f e u l j e s ) aangestel. Me. Nellis Putter is is deur die IEB as streeks- moderator vir Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal (graad 12-mondeling) aangestel. Mnr. Ferdi Niemand is as voorsitter van die Blou Bulle Hoërskole Rugbyvereniging aangewys die eerste keer dat n nieskoolhoof hierdie posisie beklee. Me. Sanet de Beer is deur die IEB as eksaminator vir Afrikaans Huistaal (Vraestel 2) vir die volgende drie jaar aangestel. Me. Amanda Breed, bied Natuur- en Skeikunde-werkwinkels landwyd in opdrag van Tsebo Educational Network, aan. Me. Sharon de Bod is deur die IEB as eksaminator vir English First Additional Language (Paper 1) vir die volgende drie jaar aangestel.

31 31 Hulle hou leisels in 2012 Tennis maak 2011 n spogjaar Midstream College se tennis spog vanjaar met puik resultate vier van die ses spanne eindig onder die eerste drie posisies in hulle onderskeie ligas. Die eerste seun- en eerste dogterspan wen hulle ligas. Die tennisseisoen is afgesluit met n prysuitdeling waar spelers trofeë en sertifikate ontvang het. Die hoogtepunt was die stryd op die tennisbaan tussen die onderwysers en die eerstespanspelers. Midstream College se 2012-hoofleiers is onlangs ingehuldig: Jonathan Smook (agter), Giverny Henry, Amy Bezuidenhout hoofdogter, Janet Ramokoka, George Barnard hoofseun en Van Wyk Pretorius (sittende) Junior skaakspelers SA-Skole kampioen Midstream College se junior-skaakspan het die Nasionale skoletitel in die onder 15-ouderdomsgroep verower nadat hulle met Hoërskool Waterkloof en Hoërskool Stellenberg in die semi-finaal en finaal afgereken het. Foto:Tony Guo, Josh-Garreth Beukes, Bill Guo (voor), Markus van der Westhuizen, Storm Kruger, Lucien Magliolo en Me Madelaine Matthys, skaakorganiseerder, (agter) Learners excel out of school context Hanno Conradi, part of the SANIFAA team that participated in the Africa archery competition, is crowned Africa Archery champion. Chantel won gold medals for 100m freestyle, 200m medley relay and 200m freestyle relay and a silver medal for 100m backstroke during the recent interprovincial swimming gala. Gholf verras en wen liga Midstream College se eerste gholfspan verras deur Hoërskool Waterkloof se tweede span te klop en wen daarmee die Noord-Gauteng B-liga. Midstream het afgereken met Hoërskool Waterkloof se derde span in die semi-finaal toe Migael van Schalkwyk op die laaste gaatjie die wenpunte aangeteken het. Grade 10s make a difference The Midstream College grade 10s went to Olievenhoutbosch Christian School to partake in an outreach project. The Midstream learners planted 12 trees, painted a wall, planted a vegetable garden and played games with the children. The food, toys, clothes, sport equipment and stationery which the grade 10s collected was also given to the school. They also supplied all the classrooms with fans, posters, brooms and dustbins. According to the Midstream learners the Olievenhoutbosch project was a rewarding and life changing experience.

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34 34 The Annual General Meetings: The Annual general meetings (AGMs) of the various HOAs normally take place towards the end of each year. This year the meetings were again characterised by lively debate and a good turnout of residents. The financial statements of the HOAs were discussed and a stable financial situation was portrayed. Cash reserves were in place and proper accounting processes were shown to have been followed. Copies of the financial statements and the HOA budget, as well as the minutes of previous AGMs, are available on the web site Without exception, the HOAs reported an exemplary security record with the limited incidents which took place relating to either vandalism or theft of minor 1. Midstream HOA building material on construction sites. More than 400 residents attended the Midstream AGM which took place on 25 October at Midstream College. It was announced at the meeting that Genl Suiker Britz had resigned as Estate Manager and that Jan Zeederberg had stepped down as Director. Following a question from the floor it was confirmed that in the interim, the Estate Manager s functions would be divided between Etienne Begemann and Paul Meyer. In line with House Rules the HOA introduced a system whereby Directors would be elected on a rotational basis for a two year period. Seven residents made themselves available for the four available positions on the Board. The vote took place by ballot paper and in the week following the AGM the Auditors announced the following members had been elected: Koot Myburgh, Etienne Hefer, Ken Greve, Lewis Mathieson, Louis Botha, Hennie Vermeulen and new to the board, Naudé Klopper. 3. Midlands HOA The auditorium at Midstream College was the venue for the Midlands HOA AGM which took place on 15 November. Several nominations were received for the four available positions, and the elected Board for 2011/12 will be Chris Smith, André Oosthuizen, Jan Zeederberg, Petrus Theron, Pieter Engelbrecht, Riaan Botma and Thinus du Toit. With almost 170 houses currently under construction, and a large number of open stands, a great deal of the discussion at the meeting revolved around building related topics. In addition to the above, the following matters were reported on at the respective meetings. 2. Midfield HOA The well attended AGM for the Midfield HOA took place 1 November in the community hall of the R e t i r M i d - stream HOA. The HOA is chaired by André Oberholzer who was reelected to the Board unopposed, along with Chris Smith, Jan Rhoodie, Deon Louw, Riaan Botma and Jan Zeederberg. Only one nomination was received for the vacant position on the Board and Rapula Modibane was duly elected. 4. Retire@Midstream HOA The final AGM for Midrand Estates was scheduled for 25 November and at the date this newsletter went to print the results of the new board was not known.

35 35 Regional Roads To offset the growth in traffic following the tremendous increase in the number of families residing in the area, the construction of roads in and around Midrand Estates has been eagerly awaited. The construction program commenced in May this year. Completion of the project to construct 7 kilometres of roads at a cost of R35 million is expected in February The project will include the construction of traffic-light managed intersections at Nellmapius and Brakfontein Roads. In addition to the construction of new roads, discussions are currently underway with the Tshwane Metro regarding the optimisation of traffic flow along Brakfontein Road through the synchronisation of traffic lights and the adjustment of the allocated green time of certain traffic lights. Road Safety in the Estate Most of us always seem to be in a hurry and then seem to forget our responsibility of safe driving. The Estate boasts and encourages safety on all levels, especially where children is concerned. We strive towards a childfriendly environment, where children can walk safely, ride their bicycles and play. Although the emphasis is mostly on the vehicle- and motorcycle drivers, our cyclists at play and pedestrians need to follow traffic rules to ensure everyone s safety as well. Parents need to educate their children to ensure their safety on the estate roads, sidewalks and pathways. The law states that where there is a pavement, no pedestrian should walk in the roadway. Pedestrians are advised to use pavements where available. Where there is no pavement, walk as far as possible to the right-hand side of the road, facing oncoming traffic. One cannot be surprised by something coming up behind you and if any-thing looks dangerous, one has enough time to step even further away from the road. It is safer to cross the road at a marked pedestrian crossing, but even then, do not expect drivers to stop for you. They may not notice you; or not watching properly. Always remember to stop, look for turning vehicles from ahead and behind you and make sure the traffic has stopped before you start crossing. See and be seen is always the rule for crossing the street [whether by foot or bicycle]. Our [more responsible] adult drivers [and especially our learner drivers], need to be cautious of pedestrians and cyclists within the estate. Abide by the traffic rules and speed limits to ensure accident-free roads. The general traffic laws apply do not speak on your cellphone while driving, be alert and be safe! The House Rules dictate that only licensed vehicles may travel on the estate roads thus no golf carts or quadand pit bikes and that vehicles must be under the control of licensed drivers.

36 36 Before you leave on holiday Lock up! Past experience has shown that a number of residents forget to lock their homes before leaving on holiday! Make sure that your front door and other doors are locked before you leave. Close windows properly. Garden services, construction work and emergencies Routine garden services may proceed as normal when you re away on leave. Make the necessary arrangements for access to your yard. Emergency maintenance will be allowed. NO CONSTRUCTION will be allowed after the 15th of December [Midlands 13 December]. Help to keep the perimeter fence trouble free Residents who live next to a border fence / electrical fencing, are requested to add to the estate s security by trimming and cutting trees and shrubs well away from the fence. Plants touching the fence will lead to false alarms on the fence and thereby hinder the proper functioning of the fence. Take proper care of your pets For those leaving their pets behind please take proper care of your pets. Arrange in time at your estate office for the right to enter the estates for people that may require access to look after your pets on your behalf.

37 37 Domestic/Huishulp Emma, looking for full time, sleep in, domestic work from Dec'11. Employed by us since 2008, good ref. She is reliable & can cook Domestic worker, Tiny, looking for work on Tues & Thur. Excellent with kids. Already works in Midstream. Afr & Eng. Ref avail Ellah soek werk vir Dinsdae. Sy is baie betroubaar. Het verwysings Op soek na inslaap, Afr sprekende bediende, moet goed kan stryk, huis skoonmaak en baie goed kan kook. In Midlands Estate. Jackie Domestic lady, working in estate, is seeking employment on Tues & Thurs. Efficient & reliable with good references. Call / Domestics seeking sleep in work: Lucy ; Johanna ; Silvia ; Domestics seeking work Mon-Fri: Andronica ; Sarah ; Kholofelo ; Emily ; Maggie (Tues) For Sale/Te Koop BMW 520D AUTO 2011, White with M Sports Pack, Boot Assist, Sun Roof, Rear Blind, Sports Transmission, Options worth R74,500. Only 18,500km, like new. R485,000. Neil Watson DS lite's te koop, met sakkies, 5 pennetjies, laaiers & elk 40 games. R1000 elk. Susan: Agtste aandeel in Elements Golf Reserve woning te koop. Die luukse huis slaap 14 mense, 5 slaapkamers on-suite, swembad, Jacuzzi, golfkarre & golflidmaatskap ens. R Kontak Saar Te koop 'Bearded dragon wyfie'+ binne & buitehok R400. Professionele reptieleier broeikas R2200. Waterval R480. Jeanette Midstream College dogters skoolklere te koop. Vir dogters Grd 1/2 of 3, verskillende groottes. Rokke, baadjies, LO klere ens. Chantal LG Goldstar, 750liter Yskas/Vrieskas te koop - R2000 Daniel Thule Clip On Bike Rack - fast mounted carrier for stable transport of up to 3 bikes. No tow bar needed. R500. Alrien Tupperware te koop. Charlotte van Vuuren. Sel: Faks: E-pos: fcvanvuuren@mweb.co.za Walnut/Imbuia veneer wood grain tables/ desks/servers, various lengths, from R750 - R drawer Walnut /Imbuia veneer wood grain units (900x 600mmx475mm), brown/cream leather inlay - R600. 1x sleigh cot (mahogany) R x luxury cot (white) R995. For more details call Services/Dienste Support group for people in the process of divorce or already divorced. Every Wednesday at 19H00. Contact Myles on to find out details. Going on Holiday & need peace of mind & one to look after your PETS, PLANTS or PROPERTY? Rent a Housesitter: (I am a young professional working at a big audit firm.) CURTAINS, BLINDS, QUILTS, UPHOLSTERY, etc professionally done. Installation of rods & rails... Own workshop. Fabrics from all leading fabric houses available. Rolene - Interior Coutier CURTAINS, BLINDS, QUILTS, UPHOLSTERY, etc professionally done. Installation of rods & rails... Own workshop. Fabrics from all leading fabric houses available. Rolene - Interior Coutier ACCOUNTING & TAX. Monthly accounting, tax returns, company registrations, PAYE, VAT, PAYROLL services (VIP), annual financial statements (Caseware). Call or Worried about your Pets during the holidays? Leave your pet in our capable and pet-loving hands while you can relax and enjoy the December hol-days. Midstream only. We offer dog walkies as well. Phone Anita Lewis at Bordeaux Renovators since Painting & Waterproofing contractor, repairs of all roofs, leaking balconies and rising damp. General maintenance work. Phone Ockie Refihlele Pest Control. Crawling insects, Termite treatments,rodent con-trol, Carpet cleaning / Wanted/Benodig Een ruim slaapkamer woonstel, vol gemeubileerd met aircons, motorhuis, DSTV & W&L ingesluit. R9000. Skakel Sanet v d Merwe Midlands Familie opsoek na betroubare onderwys-student om deeltyds te help met ekstra onderrig van 5 jarige seuntjie. Marthie /

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