Page 1: STILFONTEIN ROSE FESTIVAL GOES COUNTRY - 14 & 15 May This year the Rose Festival will kick of in real country style. Local band, Die Campbells, and various other artists will be performing at the festival with Ignaz from Overvaal Stereo as the host. This day will be fun filled with a lot of stalls, shows and even a dressup competition. Come and enjoy the Country Atmosphere with us. More info about the Rose Festival as well as Die Campbells on page 3. Page 2: YourProfile Name: Lee Davis Birthday: 2 December Star sign: Sagittarius Occupation: Marketing for Your city When I look into the mirror every morning I think: I'm awesome My favourite people in the world are: Honest and true My favourite quote is: Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me. Stupid people makes me laugh. The greatest lesson life has taught me so far is: Life is what you make of it. I'll do almost anything for: to go to Paris, France When I get stressed I tend to talk nonsense.....hahaha I wouldn't mind being stuck in an elevator with: Ellen Degeneres If I had a million rand to spare I would: Take my best friends Nicolene, Chanel and Elma with me to Paris I live in Klerksdorp because: It's a place where legends are made...hahahaha The first thing I would save from a house fire is: My entire room My nickname is: Lee I love my job because: I get to meet new and exciting people everyday Page 3: Stilfontein Roosfees - 14 & 15 Mei 2010 Bring u eie stoel of kombers en sonsambreel en kom geniet die Country atmosfeer heeldag saam met ons by die Stilfontein Roosfees! Die Campbells en verskeie ander bekende kunstenaars sal optree met Ignaz van Overvaal Stereo as seremoniemeester. Van die aktiwiteite wat gaan plaasvind sluit in: ‘n “Dress-up” kompetisie asook ‘n talentkompetisie vir toekomstige, kunstenaars. Daar sal ook n familie dans wees en natuurlik tree die gewilde Campbells ook by die Roosfees op. Dit gaan n dag vol pret wees, wat die hele familie saam kan kom geniet. Inligting is as volg: “Dress-up” Kompetisie - 3 kategorieë: Saterdag 15 Mei. “Best Dresses Cowboy” “Best dressed Cowgirl” “Best Dressed Couple” Prys kan gewen word. Kontak Ryk by 082 542 7267 of 018/484 1160. Talentkompetisie: Saterdag 15 Mei - 10:30. Inskrywingsfooi: R10 per Item (sang of Instrument) 2 Pryse in elke kategorie 1ste prys: R300 2de Prys: R200 Inskrywingsvorms beskikbaar by Stilfontein Biblioteek. Kontak Alta by 082 500 2845. Familiedans Vrydag 14 Mei Musiek: DJ Sarel Tyd: 19:00 - Strathvaal Rekreasieklub, STILFONTEIN Toegang: R10 per person Met hope pret vir die kinders: Strokiesprente op die grootskerm, spingkastele, en speletjies onder toesig. Kontakpersone: Dans - Eddie 078 678 3445 Kinders: Marna 072 998 7763 Die Campbells Saterdag 15 Mei 2010 - 19:30 Plek: Hoofsaal te Strathvaal Ontspanningsklub, Stilfontein Kaartjies: Volwassenes R50, Kinders - R30. Kaartjies beskikbaar by: Crafter's Inn (Klerksdorp) - 018/4688552 of Nandeline Apteek (Stilfontein) - 018/4841995 Kontaknommers: 018/ 484 1995, 018/ 468 8552 Toegang tot terrein: R8 per persoon, Kleuters gratis. Satlletjies: Louise - 083 400 0396 of luxlmf@gmail.com. Algemene Navrae: Eddie Barrows - 0786783445. MEER OOR DIE CAMPBELLS: Die Campbells staan bekend as een van die suksesvolste kunstenaars wanneer dit by gesins vermaak kom, ouers en kinders geniet hulle musiek. Hulle het al in die meeste dorpe en stede in Suid-Afrika opgetree, en so doende duisende mense vermaak, in die proses het hulle geleer wat die beste werk om 'n sukselvolle fondsinsameling projek te reël. Hulle lewendige vertoning en ritmiese musiek belowe om julle te vermaak soos nog nooit tevore nie. Koop julle kaartjies vroegtydig om teleurstelling te voorkom, want soos gewoonlik verwag ons 'n uitverkoopte vertoning. Die twee broers Harry en Tony Campbell maak van kleins af al musiek en is gesoute musikante. Die Campbells het alreeds 'n hele paar Platinum cd toekenings en vier top verkoper DVD's onder die belt. Die Campbells vergelyk nie net met die beste in ons land nie, maar ook met die beste in die wêreld. Die Campbell geniet uitstekende CD en DvD verkope, hulle word keer op keer uitgesonder met elke CD of DVD wat die publiek koop .... net vir een rede... die Campbells se musiek is lekker lewendig. Die Campbells se eerste CD, getiteld "You're My Mate" was opgeneem en vrygestel op 27 September 2001. Dit is 'n samestelling van country, rock en moderne popmusiek Die terugvoering was baie positief en skaars 'n jaar later het Die Campbells se trefferalbum, "Rooi Rok Bokkie" die lig gesien en “the rest is history” In 2003 stel hulle nog 'n trefferalbum, “Jy's die Girl” bekend, en nes sy voorganger, Rooi Rok Bokkie, het dit ook platinum status bereik. In 2004 het Die Campbells egter weereens nie teleurgestel nie, en kort voor Kersfees was die dubbel album, 'n sokkie CD en 'n Country CD. “Daar's Iets Innie Die Water”, vrygestel. Platinum status is bereik. In Julie 2005 is hulle DVD “21 Treffers Live” lewendig opgeneem en dit het onmiddelik een van die land se gewildste musiek DVD's geword. Vat my vas is in Maart 2006 vrygestel en is absoluut uitstekend met onder andere 10 nuwe Afrikaanse liedjies. Daar is ook 'n duet, “Styf vas” saam met Juanita du Plessis en dit het ook Platinum status bereik. Klein bietjie liefde is in Augustus 2007 vrygestel, dit is weer 'n dubbel album met 34 liedjies waarvan 17 nuwe Afrikaanse treffers is. Platinum status is bereik. Hulle het 30 gunsteling liedjies op 'n 30 Goue Sokkie Treffers cd vrygestel in 2008 op publieke aanvraag. Die Campbells Doen dit Live DVD was in Mei 2008 vrygestel. Hulle tree saam met 'n orkes op en Harry Campbell snr. maak sy verskyning as gaskunstenaar. Die beligting en klank is op internasional standard. Dit oortref alle verwagtinge. Die Keep it Country cd met 41 gewilde country liedjies, waarvan 21 van die liedjies op die Keep it Country dvd met 'n lewendige orkes opgeneem en vrygestel is in 2009. Die cd en dvd het alby Platinum status bereik. Mamma Maria is 2009 vrygestel en is absoluut uitstekend met onder andere 14 nuwe Afrikaanse liedjies. Dit het ook goue status bereik. Om 'n lang storie kort te maak, bespreek, geniet en ervaar een van die land se mees profesoneel en selfstandige vermaaklikeid sterre Die Campbells. Page 4: Page 5: Meet the Mayor face to face Good news for the residents of Matlosana! You now have a chance to meet the Executive Mayor, Ofentse Mogale face to face. This is because Mayor Mogale will be embarking on a series of imbizos throughout Matlosana this month in a bid to personally capture your concerns. Don't stay at home, get out and meet the Mayor. This is your chance to register your concerns and expectations with him. Tell the Mayor what you need as the community of Matlosana and when. He is ready to listen to you and you might miss a chance to make meaningful contribution to your community development should you choose to stay away. Let's face it, there are lot of things that need HIS attention as far as matters of service delivery are concerned. Think about the state of roads in your area, the level of crime, unemployment, need for housing and many more others. What are you waiting for? Ready yourself to meet Mogale because he is making himself available to you. GRAB THIS OPPORTUNITY. This is participatory democracy at its best: PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST. So, make your voice heard as this is very much important. Remember, this will be Mogale's FIRST public engagement since he was sworn in as the Executive Mayor of the City. Share with him your frustrations and become partners in a quest for better life for all. He too, has news for you. Whatever you are planning to do, make sure you don't MISS your appointment with Mayor Mogale. Ask questions and make suggestions. Remember, the aim is for all to benefit in this one-on-one encounter. TOGETHER, we can do more Helping to improve reading Learners at Alabama Secondary School, situated outside Klerksdorp in the Matlosana area, have taken a keen interest in a computer-based learning aid that helps to improve their reading ability and speed. The school purchased the Academix reading program with a R25 000 donation that AngloGold Ashanti's Great Noligwa Mine had raised through their charity golf day held late last year. Zanette Schenk, deputy principal seen here tutoring a group of Grade 8 learners, explained that the English and Afrikaans program improves eye span and recognition of both words and forms. All learners have access to the program that has been installed on 40 computers. “After reading at a specific level, learners test their understanding by answering questions before they are allowed to go to the next level,” Zanette said. “We are delighted with the results that we are getting... The reading ability and speed of our learners have improved at a remarkable pace. They are usually immensely excited when their results are printed out as proof of their progress.” Page 6: THE RESIDENTS OF MATLOSANA ARE HEEDING THE CALL AND ARE ATTENDING THE MAYORAL IMBIZOS The City of Matlosana Mayoral IMBIZO Roadshow, led by Executive Mayor, Ofentse Mogale and his entourage of Councillors, Municipal Manager and Directors kick-started on a very high note. As indicated in the previous statement, the main purpose of these Imbizos is for the Executive Mayor to have an opportunity to meet with the residents eye to eye, interact and listen to their concerns which will allow him to have first hand information in terms of service delivery related issues. The Executive Mayor, Ofentse Mogale emphasized and explained to the community that as a public figure, one of his major tasks is to now and then go to the communities and listen to their complaints and give feedback on issues raised. On Thursday 15 April 2010, we visited the community of Stilfontein where the Imbizo was held at Peoples Hall. The Council representatives were met by excited residents, some of whom could not hide their happiness about the long-awaited visit. This was Mogale’s first imbizo since he was appointed as the Mayor. Different concerns, issues and advices were raised by members of the community and were later responded to by the Executive Mayor and his team. From the floor both the well behaved white and black members of the community spoke with one word. They mentioned that indeed they are happy with the services rendered by the municipality. But they also had mentioned their needs and a series of concerns, e.g, lack of recreational facilities, unbearable conditions at the cemetery and lack of road signs. Saturday, the 17th April the entourage stopped at Umuzimuhle Hall, mining residential area of Vaal Reefs. The community packed the hall as they came in numbers from different areas which include Midvaal , Harties and Buffel Ridge. The community was given the platform to air their complaints, concerns as well as their views. It came out clear from the deliberations that our people residing in the mining areas, some of whom came about thirty years or so in South Africa, still could not differentiate as to which services are rendered by the Municipality and what is being rendered by the Mines. This exercise was an eye-opener that as Municipality we are faced with a mammoth task to assist these communities in terms of intervention and negotiations with the employer, the mines and all other stakeholders involved. Most of the complaints cited were in line with acquiring permanent housing, as the ones they occupy belong to the Mines, some are unemployed, due to mine closure and retrenchment, youth and women development projects and a lot more. Some residents from Napir and Bekker farm areas also shared their frustrations. Until Saturday, the residents were under the impression that the City of Matlosana has been neglecting them. They have also been thirsty to meet the Council face to face. To close the first leg of the Imbizos, the City of People on the Move, went to Khuma on Sunday. The Imbizo which was scheduled to take place at 14:00, Khuma Stadium, had to be postponed due to the strong and windy weather. The Executive Mayor apologized the masses before releasing them, “we cannot risk with our people’s lives, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the efforts you took by heeding the call of this important gathering” he said. The community will be informed of the new date of their visit in due course. As for the remaining Imbizos (see the advert below), contact your Ward Councillor, read the posters and flyers and listen to the radios. We are saying to the communities out there, please make it your business not to miss this opportunity. It is your call to attend these important gatherings. To us City of Matlosana, you are an important role player and therefore your concerns is our concern. We appeal to you the beautiful residence of the City of the People on the MOVE, to come out in numbers and make use of this opportunity to say your say. “TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT, AS ONE TEAM WITH ONE VISION” Page 7: MARKETERS NEEDED Good commission structure Must have own car and cellphone. Email CV to news@yourcity.co.za Or fax to 088 018 46 88 88 3 INVORDERINGS DAME word dringend benodig. Rekenaarvaardigheid en voertuig 'n vereiste. Stuur CV na info@yourcity.co.za of faks 018 468 8883 DISTRIBUTION: Supervised teams distribute flyers, newspapers, brochures almost anything almost anywhere in the North-West Province. Flyers, newspapers etc. are handed out postbox to postbox and also at robots the choice is yours!Should you require distribution please contact Wayne @ 082 563 7576. REMEMBER, more flyers out ……..more business in! HOENDER TE KOOP Teen slegs R29 per kilo. Flaties, porsies of heel hoender Slegs op bestelling. Skakel 0722476242 MEIRINGSPARK - PRAG HUIS TE KOOP! 4 Slaapkamer, 2 Badkamer,Dubbel Garage, Swembad, Bediende kamer. R750 000. Skakel Wayne 082 563 7576 ERF TE KOOP - WILKOPPIES 5000 vkm teen R550 000. Skakel 083 702 3499 SPCA/DBV KLERKSDORP. Ma-Vr. 08:00- 16:00 Saterdae 08:00- 11:00. Sondae en Vakansiedae sal DBV gesluit wees.Tel: 018 469 2885. Noodnr: 079 493 7043. SPCA/DBV STILFONTEIN. Anna Turns 100 On the 17th of April, Anna Monnapula, a resident of Emmanuel Centre for the disabled and elderly people turned 100 years old. To celebrate her birthday, Miss Matlosana - Laura Danielz and the His People Church arranged a birthday party for her. Sponsors who donated cakes and food for the event include, ABI, Overland, OK, Go Big Media, Simba and Tusk Rio Casino. Local youth groups including tribal dancers, choirs as well as the Anglo Gold Ashanti Choir entertained the residents of Emmanuel House. Miss Matlosana collected blankets, groceries and clothing which were also given to the residents on the day of the party. Impressive Start for Matlosana AGA LIONS in 2010 SSWBS The AngloGold Ashanti Sport Club for the Disable's SuperSport Wheelchair Basketball team the Matlosane AGA Lions started their 2010 SuperSport Wheelchair Basketball Series campaign with a convincing victory of 59 51 over the Pretoria Pumus on Saturday 17 April 2010. In an impressive display of skill and commitment the Lions build up a 37 21 lead at the half time break and extended their lead to 21 points (51 30) at the end of the third quarter. After loosing captain and international star Thandile Zonke early in the fourth quarter the team lost focus and allowed Pumas to out score them 8 21 and in the process missed out on a possible bonus point for scoring 65 or more points. Thandile Zonke (21 points), Daniel Nyuke (14 points) and Gift Mooketsi (12 points) were the main contributors to the Matlosane AGA Lions score. In their second game of the series the Matlosane AGA Lions was up against the 2009 champions, the Pretoria Bladerunners. The Lions started the match with all three their international players, Thandile Zonke, Cecil Dumond and Gift Mooketsi, in an attempt to put the Bladerunners under early pressure. The tactic worked from an offensive perspective with the Lions scoring 17 points in the first quarter. Unfortunately a combination of poor defence and too many turn over possession allowed the Bladerunners to catch up and enjoy a 18 17 lead after the first quarter. The Lions won the second quarter 19 15 to enjoy a three point lead at the half time break. The third quarter was an absolute disaster as the Bladerunners fired on all cylinders to out play the Lions 22 8 and enjoy a 11 point lead at the end of the quarter. In the fourth quarter the Lions staged a fight back but with no pressure the Bladerunners just protected their lead, running down the clock, which left the Lions with insufficient time to wipe out the deficit. The final score was 65 61 in favour of the Bladerunners. Thandile Zonke (14 points), Daniel Nyuke (12 points) and Gift Mooketsi (16 points) were again responsible for most of the points scored. The rest of the team however all contributed when on court. The Matlosana AGA Lions' next match is on Saturday, 1 May 2010, when they will be taking on the current log leaders and 2009 runners up Mandeville Eagles from Johannesburg. The Lions will however have the services of Luvuyo Mbande who are currently playing in the Italian Premier League. This coming week promised to be an exciting week for South African wheelchair basketball with the visit of the French national team but the tour had to be cancelled due to the embargo on air travel to and from Europe. This bad news for our players as it would have given the four Lions' players in the national team (Thandile Zonke, Cecil Dumond, Gift Mooketsi and Luvuyo Mbande) just the right preparation for the encounter against the Eagles. South Africans break bread for peace, unity People of all races, cultures and religions came together on Sunday at events across the country to join hands and break bread in pursuit of peace and goodwill in South Africa. Simultaneous events in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Polokwane served meals from some of South Africa's best chefs to raise money for children in need. The Cape Town event was held on the slopes of Table Mountain with a 300 metre table seating more than 700 people, including Western Cape premier Helen Zille, ID leader Patricia de Lille, rugby legend Chester Williams, singer Danny K and comedian Marc Lottering. The Table of Peace and Unity was created ten years ago with the vision of a long table where South Africans from all walks of life would share a luncheon and show the country that a unified society holds the power to heal a nation. The event also serves as a fundraiser, and has to date raised more than R7 million for underprivileged children. Western Cape Premier Helen Zille said at the event that the good news about bad times was that it brings good people together. “In the past few weeks people have been getting an impression of South Africa that I don't see here today,” she said, commenting on the sight of a Jewish rabbi and a Muslim Imam breaking bread together. “That is Cape Town, and that is South Africa,” she added. Founder of the event, Christine Cashmore, added that while the past months in South Africa have not been easy or uplifting, a nation built on peace and unity was not unachievable. “Peace and unity in South Africa is not a rainbow nation pipe dream. If we want it, we have to work towards it, step by step. Each of us must be committed to that goal; we need to ensure that others around us in our lives become committed too. We all acknowledge that there are still great divides between people - we have to work at narrowing those, at showing a deeper understanding of our differences,” said Cashmore. The event was also used to recognise organisations and individuals who work to help children in underprivileged communities. Christine Booysens and her husband, who have taken 30 homeless children into their home, were among those recognised. According to Christine Cashmore, the Booysens couple did this without being wealthy, but simply by sharing what they have with those who have less. Organisations to benefit from the campaign are the Haven of Strength, Philisa Abafazi Bethu, Tiny Treasures Educare, Strandfontein Training and Development Centre, First Community Resource Centre, Nceduluntu Sanctuary Trust, Little Angels Educare and the Tygerberg Children's Hospital. The menu for the luncheon came from a selection of handpicked executive chefs and their teams working without payment.This included Delia Harbottle, Lauren Livesy and Peter Templehoff of the Marine Hotel, The Liz McGrath Collection, Roberto De Carvalho the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa and Jerome Peters from The Cape Peninsula University of Technology. They served up a gourmet meal including braised Karoo lamb with thyme and rosemary crust, potato dauphinoise, and port wine sauce as the main course, and a chocolate mousse pyramid with apple and saffron puree and beetroot syrup for dessert. They were assisted by students from Cape Town Hotel School and Capsicum Culinary Studio. Event founder Christine Cashmore concluded that a good life is possible for all in South Africa, but it won't be served up on a platter like the day's gourmet food. ”Let us make today the first day of our new resolution. Let's go out there and do something, anything, to promote peace and unity - no matter how small, just do it. This is our beloved country, it belongs to all of us - we need to walk the talk or as Ghandi said 'We must be the change we wish to see,'” said Cashmore. Page 8: Wessies presteer by SA ‘s Agt Wessie het vanjaar gekwalifiseer om aan die verskeie SA Atletiek Kampioenskappe deel te neem. Hermioné Kurger (dogters o/15 200m), Salomé van Heerden (dogters o/17 hoogspring), L.J. Basson (seuns o/15 spiesgooi), Molliére Daffue (seuns o/17 110m Hekkies) en Zabastian de Jager (seuns o/19 400m) het gekwlifiseer vir die USSASA kampioenskappe. Tydens hierdie byeenkoms behaal LJ Basson (seuns o/15 spiesgooi) 'n vyfde plek. Molliére Daffue (seuns o/17 110m Hekkies) en Zabastian de Jager (seuns o/19 400m) behaal elk ook 'n sesde plek in die finaal. Jacques Smit (seuns o/18 800m), Molliére Daffue (seuns o/18 110m Hekkies en 200m), Salomé van Heerden (dogters o/18 hoogspring), Miki Snyman (dogters o/18 3000m) en Marizanne Oosthuizen (dogters o/18 400m hekkies en 400m) het almal gekwalifiseer vir die ASA-Jeugkampioen-skappe. Tydens hierdie byeenkoms behaal Molliére Daffue (seuns o/18 110m Hekkies) 'n vierde plek en Salomé van Heerden (dogters o/18 hoogspring) 'n vyfde plek. Wessies vier 40-DAYS Hoërskool Wesvalia se matrikulante het besluit om anders as die vorige jaar se matrikulante hul 40-DAYS eerder by die skool te vier as om na 'n plek weg van die skool te gaan. Hulle wou graag saam mekaar en die onderwysers kuier, daar waar hulle vir die afgelope vier en 'n half jaar pouses saam gekuier het. Dit was volgens die Wessies 'n lekker dag van braai, speel en kuier wat hulle altyd sal koester. Wessies speel in Superreeks semi-finaal Hoërskool Wesvalia se hokkie-, netbal- en rugbyspanne het op Saterdag 17 April in Witbank in die semi-finale rondte van die ADT Superreeks deelgeneem. Die netbalspanne het uitstekend gespeel en wen 4 van hul 5 wedstryde waarvan drie van hierdie spanne vir eerste of tweede plekke in die finaal uitspeel. Die eerste span wen 1711 teen Ligbron en hulle speel in die finaal uit vir 5de of 6 de plek. Die tweede span eindig met 'n puntetelling van 17-29 teen De Wilgers met Anja Hagen as speler van die wedstryd. Die tweede span speel in die finaal vir 'n derde of vierde plek uit. Die o/16 A's wen 17-12 teen Ligbron met Thelana Kriel as speler van die wedstryd. Hierdie span speel in die finaal vir 'n eerste of tweede plek uit. Die o/ 15 A's wen 10-9 teen Hoogenhout met Anje Schlebusch as speler van die wedstryd. Die o/15 A's speel in die finaal ook vir 'n eerste of tweede plek uit. Die o/14 A's wen 11-5 teen Ligbron met Carli Fuller as speler van die wedstryd. Die o/14 A's speel ook vir eerste of tweede plek in die finaal uit. Die hokkiespanne het ook goed gevaar. Die eerste span eindig met 'n puntetelling van 0-2 teen Hoogenhout met Carmen Hughes as speler van die wedstryd. Die eerste span speel vir derde of vierde plek in die finaal uit. Die tweede span eindig met 'n puntetelling van 0-3 teen Hoogenhout met Jodene Botes as speler van die wedstryd. Hulle speel ook vir derde of vierde plek uit in die finaal. Die o/ 16 A's wen met “penalty flicks” teen Brandwag met Denise Prinsloo as speler van die wedstryd. Die o/16's speel vir eerste of tweede plek in die finaal uit. Die o/ 15 A's wen 3-0 teen Hoogenhout en speel ook vir eerste of tweede plek in die finaal uit. Die o/14 A's eindig met 'n puntetelling van 3-1 teen Hoogenhout met Celiska Crause as speler van die wedstryd. Hierdie span speel vir derde of vierde plek in die finaal uit. Die rugbyspanne het ook hul kant gebring. Die eerste span eindig met 'n puntetelling van 6-12 teen Hoogenhout en speel in die finaal uit vir 'n derde of vierde plek. Die tweede span verloor 7-24 teen Hoogenhout en speel vir 'n sewende of agtste plek in die finaal. Die o/16 A's wen met 'n puntetelling van 12-6 teen Hoogenhout met Edmund Hilder as speler van die wedstryd. Die o/16's speel vir 'n eerste of tweede plek in die finaal uit. Die o/15 A's eindig met 'n puntetelling van 7-19 teen Brandwag en speel vir 'n derde of vierde plek in die finaal uit. Die o/14 A's eindig met 'n puntetelling van 20-22 teen De Wilgers met Jean Jacques Gouws as speler van die wedstryd. Hierdie span speel vir 'n sewende of agtste plek in die finaal.