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Issue 608 10 February 2021

A local driver and his passengers were very fortunate to escape with their lives last Friday evening when at three minutes to seven he ploughed his Fiat Panda through the plate-glass windows of the shop at Sedgefield Shell Petrol Station.

It has not been possible to ascertain how or why this happened, but video footage caught on the Shell Select Store’s CCTV camera shows that the vehicle was travelling at quite a speed. Indeed it broke through a steel barricade bar before crashing through the glass, wiping out several shelving units, and finally coming to a halt against the fridges on the far side of the shop floor.

Staff on duty were fortunately not in the vehicle’s path, and managed to avoid any flying debris. Clearly unsure whether this was perhaps the start of an armed robbery, they rushed out onto the forecourt seconds after the car came to a stop.

As soon as he heard what had happened Owner / Manager Ian Sparks wasted no time in getting to the scene and was exceptionally relieved to find that no one had been badly h u r t i n t h e c a r n a g e h e f o u n d . “The shop can be busy on Friday evenings, often with young children coming in with their parents,” he explained, “My staff said that earlier there had been quite a few people in the store, it just happened that when the crash happened there was a lull in trade.”

Though the car had Eastern Cape number plates, it has been ascertained that the driver is a local man, though his name is being withheld whilst investigation into the accident’s cause is underway. He reportedly sustained minor injuries, whilst his passengers - a lady and a young child - seemingly escaped unharmed.

Ian says that though unhurt, staff members were very shaken up. The shop itself looked like a war zone, and Ian and his managers worked through the night trying to get it back into some semblance of order - which was no mean feat.

“One of the shelves that the vehicle crashed through was stocked with charcoal, so there was soot everywhere,” he told us on Monday.

Sedgefield has had a few of these ‘drive-through’ incidents over the years. Two years back Dwayne Vorster, a car guard, sustained serious injuries when a driver went through the plate glass windows at the Pick n Pay Liquor shop, and a number of years before that the Total Service Station, ‘La Boutique’ shop, was also on the receiving end of a badly aimed vehicle.

But it seems that the Shell Garage may hold the record for such incidents. The Sparks family have been running the popular petrol station for forty-two years, and Ian remembers a time a couple of decades ago when a similar crash occurred on their forecourt!

(An ‘as-it-happened’ video of Friday’s ‘drive-through’ incident may be watched on The EDGE Face Book page).

By Melanie Baumeister.

On Wednesday the 27th of January, as if from nowhere, a Municipal sign appeared on the verges of Pelican Lane, d e c l a r i n g i t i l l e g a l t o skateboard up and down the road in front of the housing complex, police station and clinic. Incidentally, the road also has a play park for children and the Village Green is the site of the outdoor gym placed there by the Municipality in February 2020, making this a seemingly obvious central area for the youth of Sedgefield to 'hang out'. Something that is much needed during these times of a pandemic when schools and other formal centres of education have closed up resulting in what seems like a never-ending 'holiday'.

In response to the new sign, there was an outcry on social media from people of all ages – the skaters themselves as well as their parents and even grandparents.“Surely a healthy pastime like skateboarding is something that should be encouraged, not banned?” seemed to be the general comment.

But it turns out that though the ‘No Skateboarding’ signs are n e w, t h e l a w a g a i n s t

skateboarding isn’t. According to the Municipality, they have received a number of complaints from residents who live on the road who did not take kindly to the noise and the repetitive sound of 'ollies', 'stomping' and 'popping' from the various tricks and turns by the growing skating community. As a result, the Municipality was encouraged to enforce the lesser-known Roads and Traffic bylaw (Section 10 (b)) that it is indeed illegal to skateboard on a public road which is meant for cars,

motorbikes and bicycles.

This does bring to light the q u e s t i o n a s t o w h e t h e r skateboarding is not only a sport but also a means of transport, which, in the long run, might be a strong motivation for having the o u t d a t e d l a w c h a n g e d . Sedgefield is not alone in the skirmish between disgruntled residents and skateboarders. According to a case in KwaZulu Nata l , the loca l ska t ing communi ty appea led the placement of the legal signs and

won, based on the fact that skateboards are a form of transport and therefore have a right to share the road with other forms of transport.

B u t f o r t h e m o m e n t Sedgefield has a young community with even less to keep them occupied than before. Fortunately, some members of the community want to do something to change this.

Sedgefield’s young skateboarding community are needing space somewhere to skateboard.

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The cost of the damage caused by the Fiat Panda’s untimelyentrance into Shell Select on Friday will probably be in the

hundreds of thousands.

She'd be mad if she didn't!

ISSUE 608 10 February 2021 THE EDGE Page 2

18 - 22 April 2019

“A man who stops advertising to save

money is like a man who stops a clock to save

time.”Thomas Jefferson

he erratic lockdown economy is having a Thuge effect on the T’Ed

household.

This continuous opening and closing and opening and closing and opening... level three, level two, level one, level three again ... it doesn’t matter where I look in our fridge – there’s no beer.

And that’s even WITH the bottle stores open.

(Sigh)

The problem is Mrs Ed.

But then again, isn’t it always?

Sometimes I wonder if it isn’t worth just giving her dad his money back?

Ok – perhaps I do sound bitter (I do like a good bitter), but please, hear me out before you pass judgement.

One would think that life is already bad enough with the lockdown economy making money as tight as an octopus’s bottom at 300 fathoms, (we’ve already eaten most of our goldfish, and I’m using the only surviving pair to lure some of those tasty looking Hadedas into catapult range). But it seems the darling dragon-of-mine is determined to make matters even worse. How? By spending every red Rand we have on her ‘Emergency S tockpi l ing’ project.

Why? Good question. She says it’s in preparation for the ‘Obliteration Of Life As We Know It’ (Which is OOLAWKI, if you happen to like acronyms as much as me.) (That’s not to imply that you like me as much as you like acronyms, what I mean to say is that I like acronyms, and, like me, you like acronyms too – no ‘liking of each other’ involved.) (But having said that, please don’t take this to mean that I don’t like you, or indeed, that I like you less than I like acronyms.) (Mind you – we barely know each other. Perhaps you should buy me a drink before we make any hasty decisions about whether we like each other or not?) (No. That would be irresponsible, what with social distancing and all that. Rather just pop them over the fence.) (The drinks I mean,

not the acronyms.)

Anyway. Where was I?

Ahhh. Mrs Ed. And the fact that she has always been a bit of an ET.

No, not Extra-Terrestrial (though the jury is still out on that) I mean ‘End Timer’. For reasons best known to herself, she feels the urgent need to be prepared for the End Times. (Cue Zombie music).

Yes. You are right. It is weird. Anyone would think we were living in the Deep South of ‘Americuh’, especially if they saw the size of the BBG (Bunker at the Bottom of the Garden) she has dug. (Cue banjo music)

And to fulfil this overpowering ET urge of hers, this wife of mine is continuously spending our money on stock-piling this BBG. Tins of tomatoes, boxes of biscuits, packets of peanuts, oodles of noodles and jars of ginger-jelly-jam. She spends every waking moment she can stacking these stocks into the dark recesses of this bunker.

She’s a woman possessed, even more so than usual. It’s all I can do to drag her out of there by her more - than-ample ank les , kicking and screaming like a banshee (me, not her) in an effort to get her to see the light – literally. After all, SOMEONE has to tend to her DHDs (Daily Household Duties), not to mention the general maintenance of our actual home. That’s the home we CURRENTLY live in (the one with electricity) (see what I did there?), NOT the ‘ET’ home that is twelve feet deep with shored up earthen walls, no windows, and twenty-seven moles in co-habitation.

I suppose it’s partly my own

fault. When Mrs Ed started this lark six or so years ago (I think it was about the time a certain Orange fellow announced he was running for President of the US), t h o u g h I d i d m o c k h e r mercilessly (in my mind, of course, NO-ONE is THAT brave) I certainly didn’t go out of my way to stop her. In fact, I didn’t interfere at all. To be honest, I felt some form of relief in the knowledge that, if something major was to happen, at least we would be safe and not left without the nourishment we needed for our very survival.

And it wasn’t like Mrs Ed was working blindly. Over the years I saw (accidentally, of course) the large number of emails she received (in the inbox of her secret email address that I don’t k n o w a b o u t ) f r o m ‘ARMAGEDDON PREPPERS INTERNATIONAL’, including her official induction, receipts for her annual fees, lengthy correspondence (with Google Earth maps) and ultimately permission for her to set up an API squadron in the Garden Route.

With slightly dubious pride I followed her promotion through the ranks (they must have a very up-to-date Gender Equality Policy because she is already a First Class Staff Sergeant) and, perhaps most importantly, noted the arrival of a lengthy, password-protected document marked ‘The API Ultimate Survival List’.

Though I accidentally tried numerous times, I failed to open this document, but was still assured that, with such direction and indeed back up, she was in good hands. WE were in good hands.

So convinced was I, that when we first went into lockdown in March last year, I actually got quite excited.

“This is IT!” I exclaimed, warmly slapping the trusty Mrs Ed on the large square metre-age that is her back, as I bravely launched myself past her into the depths of the BBG.

With a smile on my mush, a spring in my step, and a stomach all a-gurgle, I started sorting through the stockpiles in the dim light of the 12-volt bulbs.

“Of course,” I thought after I hadn’t found what I was looking for in the first half an hour, “She will have followed the USL document to the tee, and that would no doubt have stated that liquids would be kept better chilled in the darker and deeper recesses of the BBG.”

So deeper I went, eventually lying on my stomach to push through the countless boxes of food and other supplies to scratch (now a little) desperately in the earthen walls at the back of each (carefully coded) ‘Storage Pod’.

But though I searched and searched and dug and dug, then searched and dug and dug and searched. Nothing.

I had sand in my eyes, my nails were muddy and broken, yet still I kept on. Soon blood gushed betwixt my fingers and I could hear a ragged girlish sobbing sound which I knew was coming from my own throat....

But still I kept on.

All of a sardine (well, a few tins of pilchards actually) the earthen ceiling collapsed, everything fell u p o n m e , a n d d a r k n e s s enveloped my being. I couldn’t move, I couldn’t see, I couldn’t breathe.

“Here I am to die!” I bleated, quoting Shakespeare’s hitherto unpublished comic book series.

But then, just as I was getting used to the idea of death-by-pilchards, I suddenly had an eerie feeling that I WAS moving. Without effort, backwards not forwards, until suddenly a bright light blinded me gloriously. Then shadow again as Mrs Ed’s bulky form eclipsed the sun (and

several other planets, more than likely).

Realising that by pulling me out by my ankles she had saved me from a terrible end, and that I had survived a too-close-for-comfort near-death experience, I knew that I would never be the same again.

I stared up at her face adoringly, blinked back the tears, and trying my very best to pull myself together and not to be totally overwhelmed with gratitude, before posing the ultimate question of life....

“Where did you put the beer?”

Of course, there was none. The stupid API Ultimate Survival List didn’t make a single mention of the VERY Important Emergency Supply of Amber Nectar in any

one of its 334 chapters, and the equally useless Mrs Ed hadn’t thought to add it in herself.

Sigh.

So now I have had to build my own specialised BB (Beer Bunker) which holds 72 cases of the important liquid. Well it would if I managed to stock it. The problem is that I’m finding it nigh on impossible to squeeze any money out of Mrs ED, because, as I said, she is spending EVERYTHING on keeping HER BBG stocked with FOOD.

WHAT A WASTE! Unless...

Can I interest anyone in buying 642 cans of pilchards at a very heavily discounted price?

SCARAB

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ISSUE 608 10 February 2021 THE EDGE Page 3

Pharmacy

Sothebys

With so much talk of vaccines for the COVID-19 virus buzzing around social media, not to mention most households and workplaces in South Africa, The EDGE Team was delighted to discover that Sedgefield has its very own (retired) resident Virologist.

Alan Smith, who hails originally from the east-end of London, England, has a passion for medicine and science. He has a long row of very impressive letters next to his name, having qualified in laboratory technology in London, medicine at Wits, and toxicology in the University of Surrey,.UK

In South Africa he spent a few years as a GP in Midrand, but missed research so much he returned to academia to specialise as a virologist – by then he was 57 years old. He finally retired from Albert Luthuli Hospital in Durban at the age of 79 – and only then because they did not want an octogenarian on the staff.

After spending time with Alan we realised he is the perfect person to give us insights into the vaccine situation, and this he has kindly done in the following article.

Covid-19 Vaccine.

In this, the second year of learning to adapt, as we compete with a potentially lethal virus that has itself achieved a world-wide distribution in a few months, our thoughts centre upon the widespread use of vaccines now being introduced in some of the wealthiest nations.

There are reasonable concerns for all of us with this introduction of a new vaccine to be applied to the whole population.

As far as South Africa is concerned, I will group the concerns into 1. Financial: how will we pay for it? 2. Logistical: can we maintain a cold chain?

Pick n Pay

During the morning of Thursday 28 January 2021, on the Main Road of Sedgefield, two youths, in their late teens, were set upon and robbed by a group of younger street c h i l d r e n . D u r i n g t h e confrontation, which the older boys (names withheld at their request) described as a swarm, the group of attackers began throwing bricks and stones at them. In the ensuing scuffle, matters took a turn for the worse when one of the street kids pulled out a knife and tried to stab one of the older teens.

The older boy managed to block this attack, sustaining a cut on his finger as he did so, but whilst this was happening the other older boy's bag was wrenched from his shoulder and the gang ran off in the direction of Smutsville.

The teens were able to chase after their assailants, following t h e m t o a r e s i d e n c e i n Smutsville. There they found and retrieved the stolen bag.

Once back in the village, they sought medical help, and cleaned up the minor wound.

Thereafter the teens went to lay a charge at the local police station, where they could provide the identity and address of their attackers.

As we have not been given the names of the perpetrators we cannot report as to whether any action has been taken by the police.

This incident highlights the continued escalation of violence amongst the children who roam the streets of Sedgefield. They are unable to attend school.

Several of them have been expelled and cannot be taken back into the system for fear of what might happen to other learners. There is no other programme in place and nothing to keep these kids from falling further down the rabbit hole into a life of crime.

Furthermore, with little police visibility on the streets, and a legal system that does not seem able to cope with the problem of juvenile delinquents, it is nigh on impossible for parents to convince such youngsters that crime does not pay.

Several community members have done their best to tackle the problem by, finding activities to build these youngsters up and give them a sense of self-worth. However, this is a battle that cannot be won without huge

There has been some confusion amongst Sedgefielders regarding long term plans for proposed low-cost housing sites in Sedgefield’s Ward 1, simply over the names of some of the areas earmarked for development.

This after an article appeared in last week’s Knysna Plett Herald, giving details of the proposed housing projects. Whilst the article was accurate, correctly giving the location of each proposed area for new housing as provided by Knysna Municipality, two of these names were not known to many Sedgefield residents, so heated debates began as to where they were located.

The most confusion related to an area of land between Gardenia and Oestervanger Streets – known in Municipal corridors as the ‘Fire Station’ site. It was named thus because, some time back, this land was the proposed site for a fire station which would have served the surrounding community. For one reason or another, this plan was cancelled, but the name of the piece of land remained the same.

On reading that one of the new sites for housing was the ‘Fire Station’ area, more than a few Sedgefielders understandably believed the land in question was on the western edge of the CBD – on which the actual Sedgefield Fire Station is situated, alongside Municipal workshops. This caused no end of confusion as this land (actually belonging to SANRAL) had not been mentioned in any housing proposals previously.

Another proposed area that had not been heard of by some locals was ‘Brick Fields’. This, of course, is the site along Luthango Street in Smutsville, where there was once a community brick-making project. This too is no longer in operation, but the name remains. Once again, those that didn’t know this had heated discussions as to where this might be, especially on the back of the new ‘Fire Station’ site!

The other two proposed areas are known to most – one is behind the shopping centre (previously U-save) on Oestervanger Street at the entrance to Smutsville, and the other is on Rooikrans Avenue, next to the Agape Church.

“The housing projects are progressing, but slowly. The Public Participation process is ongoing, as is the Environmental Impact Assessment,” says Ward One Councillor Levael Davis

According to the Municipality, the projects will create 186 housing units, with construction commencing in the 2023/2024 financial year due to compliance with the Environmental Management Act, which consultants are currently working on.

c o m m u n i t y s u p p o r t a n d extensive resources which are just not available.

The basic advice from COP ( C o m m u n i t y O r i e n t a t e d Policing) remains the same. Please do not encourage the street children by giving them money or buying them food. Whilst this goes against our nature as concerned citizens, the solution is not to encourage youngsters to be on the streets, where they are seemingly rewarded for begging and u n d e s i r a b l e d a n g e r o u s behaviour is egged on by their peers. Should you find yourself approached by any group of youths who make you feel unsafe, please go into the nearest shop or place of business where there will be more people.

On Saturday the 6th of February, skaters across a spectrum of ages gathered in their numbers at the Village Green, not to protest, but to show their allegiance to their choice of sport and one another. To find a solution that works for everyone.

For many of the skaters, it was the first time they had met, and it was heart-warming to see the interaction between young and old as they shared tricks of the skating trade.

According to Junaid Kajee the young man who had initiated the

get-together – they all want to explore the idea of finding land for a Skate Park.

“It’s early days but we want to move as quickly as possible,” he said, “We are forming a steering committee to push forward a plan that we can present to the Municipality.”

The skaters and other members of our community say the best possible outcome for all parties would be if a piece of land was allocated to them – hopefully by the Municipality – so that they could build a skate park, with smooth surfaces and a ramp or

two where skaters could 'drop in' and hone their skills. They believe this could also create opportunities for fundraising thereby enriching the local community, and’ giving back’ to the town that they live in.

It would also present an added attraction, bringing visitors to Sedgefield and thus giving an extra boost to the tourism industry.

With so many offers of support and advice given on social media, much from older folk remembering their skating days in years gone by, it is hoped that

obtaining materials and building know-how will not present a problem, once the right area has been identified and all the relevant permissions granted.

Who knows, maybe there's a future Olympian Skater amongst us? Skateboarding is now an Olympic sport after all. We can only hope that these determined youngsters will succeed in their endeavour to find a solution to their problem, not just for the sake of the skaters, but as a lesson that positive change is possible with enough effort, proving that Sedgefield is a village that embraces all residents – young and old.

By Melanie Baumeister.

On Wednesday the 27th of January, as if from nowhere, a Municipal sign appeared on the verges of Pelican Lane, declaring it illegal to skateboard up and down the road in front of the housing complex, police station and clinic. Incidentally, the road also has a play park for children and the Village Green is the site of the outdoor gym placed there by the Municipality in February 2020. Making this a seemingly obvious central area for the youth of Sedgefield to 'hang out'. Something that is much needed during these times of a pandemic when schools and other formal centres of education have closed up resulting in what seems like a never-ending 'holiday'.

In response to the new sign, there was an outcry on social media from people of all ages – the skaters themselves as well as their parents and even grandparents.“Surely a healthy pastime l ike skateboarding is something that should be encouraged, not banned?” seemed to be the general comment.

But it turns out that though the ‘No Skateboarding’ signs are new, the law against skateboarding isn’t. According to the Municipality, they have received a number of complaints from residents who live on the road who did not take kindly to the noise and the repetitive sound of 'ollies', 'stomping' and 'popping' from the various tricks and turns by the growing skating community. As a result, the Municipality was encouraged to enforce the lesser-known Roads and Traffic bylaw (Section 10 (b)) that it is indeed illegal to skateboard on a public road which is meant for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

This does bring to light the question as to whether skateboarding is not only a sport but also a means of transport, which, in the long run, might be a strong motivation for having the outdated law changed. Sedgefield is not alone in the skirmish between disgruntled residents and skateboarders. According to a case in KwaZulu Natal, the local skating community appealed the placement of the legal signs and won, based on the fact that skateboards are a form of transport and therefore have a right to share the road with other forms of transport.

But for the moment Sedgefield has a young community with even less to keep them occupied than before. Fortunately, some members of the community want to do something to change this.

(Continued from front page)

Pharmacy

Sothebys

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SUPER SPAR

South Afr ica faces the s i g n i f i c a n t p ro s p e c t o f extended periods of load shedding for the immediate future, amidst challenges faced by Eskom to maintain its network and also meet the nation’s power demands. Energy expert Ted Blom warned this week that he expects a real likelihood of Eskom needing to implement stage 8 of load shedding before winter.

“We always recommend that homeowners and business owners test their alarm and security systems on a regular basis, but this has become more important now than ever before. The battery backup system is a crucial element that needs to be tested, to give you the ease of mind that it will still offer monitoring and protection when the power goes out,” says Charnel Hattingh, Head of Marketing and Communication at Fidelity ADT.

“If you have a stable and correctly programmed security system coupled with a battery that is in a good condition, it will continue to protect your home or your place of work during any power outage.”

The only time any alarm system might not function correctly is if there is a technical issue or the

activates automatically when there is a power failure. We recommend considering an additional battery backup pack, as load shedding puts additional strain on the battery,” she says.

There are a number of practical steps that can be taken to ensure security is not compromised during any power cuts:1. Always remain vigilant, and report suspicious activity in your suburb to the SAPS.2. Ensure that all automated gates and doors are secured3. W i t h t h e a d d e d inconvenience of the lights. going out at night due to power cuts, candles and touch-lights are handy alternatives.4. Test the battery backup sys tem and cons ide r an additional battery pack for standby. Tests of alarm systems should ideally be conducted every six months.5. Power cuts can impact fire systems and fire control systems, so these also need to be checked regularly.6. The more frequent use of gas and candles can increase the risk o f f i r e a n d h o m e f i r e extinguishers should be on hand.“The best approach is to test your alarm system – for your home and your business – today, and to make any repairs that are required as soon as you can,” says Hattingh.

TEST YOUR ALARM BATTERY POWER

By Nikki Jones

An entry in The South African Who’s Who of 1916 records that a certain D. Benn ran both a Motor Garage and Sawmill in Knysna. In his advertisement, he promises the ‘lowest quotations for journeys by Motor Car to George and the surrounding country. He was t h e p r o u d o w n e r o f 3 Hupmobiles and a Ford, which he boasted were driven by thoroughly experienced drivers and were always on the road! According to records online Donald Henry Walter Benn was a carpenter born circa 1873 and died, aged 80, in June 1953

From the same 1916 edition, it would seem that another Knysna business Coote, Noble & Co. Ltd were agents for Mr B e n n ’s M o t o r S e r v i c e . Referring to themselves as ‘The most up-to-date store in Knysna’, these General and Timber Merchants of Church Street claimed to be direct importers of all manner of goods - Drapery, Hardware,

Groceries and Provisions, Outfitting, Boots and shoes, etc. Building Material, Fencing, Agricultural implements, Motor Accessories, Petrol and Tyres. All classes of Wagon and Cart Timber. A one-stop-shop by the sounds of it! As if that was not enough, it seems they were also buyers of wool, skins and hides. What may be of interest to those who are keen to know more

about Knysna’s buildings is that the 1916 advertisement further informs the reader that the company’s premises had just been enlarged, a new storey added and new frontages put in. This they boasted made their store one of the largest in the South-Western Districts of the Cape Province. The company’s Managing Director was named as Mr A.W. Weeks.

A Little Bit of Local History

Coote, Noble & Co Ltd, Church Street, Knsyna

G a r d e n R o u t e D i s t r i c t Municipality (GRDM) Council supports the administration’s application for Level One H o u s i n g A c c re d i t a t i o n . Western Cape Government (WCG) MEC for Human Settlements Tertuis Simmers endorsed the GRDMs request, as his position provides him with the authority to legally delegate such responsibilities to a district municipality.“We are now one step closer to rolling out the human settlements function on a district level,” said GRDM Execut ive Mayor Alderman Memory Booysen. According to Booysen, this intervention is aligned with the Joint District Metro Approach. Booysen says that middle-income h o u s i n g a n d s t u d e n t accommodation are only some of the many proposals to be explored; however, each decision will be taken in consultation with local municipalities to ensure that there is not an overlapping of functions. GRDM Council has p roac t i ve ly amended i t s organogram to accommodate a human settlements function.

GRDM is also pleased to announce the appointment of two officials in this new function, namely Vuyani Mkunqwana and Shehaam Sims, whose salaries are fully funded by the WCG D e p a r t m e n t o f H u m a n Settlements.

According to GRDM Municipal Manager Monde Stratu, “One of the immediate priorities of our human settlements employ is to develop a Housing Sector Master Plan. This plan will be linked to Garden Route Local Government Integrated Development Plans a n d a p p l i c a b l e S p a t i a l Development Frameworks. The housing sector plan will focus on the various typologies of housing

schemes, including social housing, gap housing, informal settlements and Breaking New Ground (BNG) – previously known as RDP housing.”“The intent of developing a responsive housing sector master plan is also to list a database of all land pieces (vacant or built on), be it owned by the GRDM, local municipalities, WCG or National Government sector departments, or the private sector,” said Stratu. He explained that the demand for housing and the preferred type of housing will be considered throughout the process of developing a housing sector master plan. Considerations re la t ing to densifying or optimising current properties will be explored in the process. This process will also link to the regional housing nodes that are already identified by the National D e p a r t m e n t o f H u m a n Settlements.“We are pleased to be in a formal agreement with the GRDM,” said MEC Simmers. “This is a historical step, as it’s a first of its kind where human settlement managers are located at a district municipality, particularly since the district applied for Level One Municipal Accreditation.”“With our department now providing the relevant human resources, it ensures that the district has the necessary skills and capacity to effectively be involved in the Housing Subsidy Scheme. I’d like to thank the district for agreeing to assist with the planning, development and management of selected human settlement priority projects. This will go a long way in avoiding unnecessary delays and red tape, and it will ultimately ensure that further human settlements can be established and more housing opportunities be created,” said MEC Simmers.

GRDM are closer to accreditation to administer

human settlements

WCG MEC for Human Settlements, Tertuis Simmers

Brief background of Vuyani MkhunqwanaVuyani Mkhunqwana, GRDM Manager: Human SettlementsVuyani has extensive experience in local government and has worked for the City of Cape Town for over 15 years as a Manager: New Housing and as Acting Director of Housing. He served on the board of the newly established Special Purpose Vehicle or Municipal Social Housing Entity called Cape Town Community Housing Company, previously established in 2000 by the City of Cape Town and its business partner, the National Housing Finance Company (NHFC). During this time he monitored and safeguarded the contractual obligations and interests of the City of Cape Town. He was later appointed as the Executive Director: Social Housing and Community Development by the Communicare Social Housing company, accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). This necessitated that he served as a Non-Executive Director of the Board of Communicare until his departure in 2015.

During his employment stint with the City of Cape Town and later Communicare, he represented the latter in the National Social Housing Organisation (NASHO) as a founding member of this independent institution whose primary role was to lobby, market, and be the voice of the social housing sector. This organisation is also a significant role player in the low-income rental affordable and social housing market. Later he was appointed as the president and chairman of the same organisation (i.e. NASHO) over three terms covering nine years until 2013.

Before commencing work at GRDM, he was appointed on a contract basis for secondment as a Director of Human Settlements in the Knysna Municipality until 31 January 2021.Brief background of Shehaam SimsShehaam Sims, GRDM Manager: Human SettlementsShemaam Sims hails from Cape Town where she worked for the City of Cape Town for 35 years holding various positions. Starting as a Civil Engineering draughtsperson, she soon moved to Director: Urbanisation. During this time she was primarily responsible for transversal management to ensure that the various departments in the Municipality worked in sync with each other, using resources efficiently and ensuring no duplication or gaps in service delivery. Sims also served as a councillor for seven years (2006 – 2013), having served as a Mayoral Committee member for Community Services, Human Settlements and Utilities (Water, Sanitation, Electricity and Solid Waste Management). Her recent deployment was to Oudtshoorn Municipality where she headed up the Human Settlements Department (2016-2013).

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COVID-19 Vaccine. With the announcement of the delay to South Africa’s COVID-19 Oxford/Astra Zeneca vaccine roll-out, due to a lower than expected efficacy level against the SA variant of the virus, we asked our local virologist Alan Smith for his thoughts on what this means for South Africa.

The COVID-19 Pandemic remains the major concern throughout the world. Most countries have recognized the n e e d t o v a c c i n a t e t h e i r population on a large scale, aiming at the immunological ideal of herd immunity. It appears the virus has countered this challenge by producing “variants” by the process of mutations.

This is a genetic response common to all infectious micro-organisms and unless the mutation provides the micro-organism with some advantage (usually with regards to its capability of spreading or survival) i t will tend to disappear.

L a rg e - s c a l e v a c c i n a t i o n programs have lots of local problems to overcome, ranging from securing supplies of vaccine, recruiting staff to administer a dose accurately and ensuring the ‘cold-chain’ has been maintained and records kept, to acceptance of the vaccine by the population.For this global response to be successful, ensuring national ‘herd-immunity’ is achieved in the shortest time is essential in order to prevent the coronavirus from having time to release multiple mutations and thus variants not susceptible to the vaccine in use.

A few words to explain how the vaccine can be adjusted to cope with mutant “variants”, though it will differ between the various vaccines available and the changes effec ted by the mutation.The immune response in the body towards the virus is to create antibodies by ‘B’-cells and to clone memory ‘B’-cells. The mutation may interfere with these functions. It also stimulates a ‘T’-cell response which may turn ‘T’-cells into Killer ’T’-cells (these cells detect any viral proteins within an infected cell and secrete cytokines to destroy the infected cell and stimulate other white cells to clear-up the debris.) This abbreviated explanation of an immune response will suffice to show the complexity of a reaction. T-cell responses are greater than explained here.

The vaccine producer can use gene t i c eng inee r ing and m o l e c u l a r b i o l o g i c a l methodologies to ‘tweak’ the vaccine in many ways to return its efficacy and sidestep the mutation’s effects.

In addition to such changes, present investigations into the

value of changing the vaccine used in the booster dose may disclose additional advantages relating to vaccine responses.

The above thoughts should suffice to clear the readers’ minds of any feelings of despondency regarding mutations.

Despondency and vaccine scepticism may have soared following the evening news program on Sunday 7th when the Minister of Health Dr Zweli Mkize presented a discussion with his panel of scientific e x p e r t s r e g a r d i n g t h e advisability of proceeding with the rollout of the COVID-19 Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine. This was due to start for our medical front line workers on the 15th of this month.

T h e c o n s e n s u s o p i n i o n expressed by Prof. Barry Schoub was that the rollout should be delayed because trials with the vaccine disclosed that its level of efficacy was lower than expected with the SA variant virus 501Y.V2.

This vaccine purchased in November last year arrived in the country a week ago but ongoing genomic studies have shown the SA variant to be fast-spreading and the vaccine only partly protective in South Africa’s p o p u l a t i o n , d u e t o t h e predominance of this SA variant mutant virus. simply put, there are no studies to show whether those with mild and medium symptoms who are vaccinated will continue to secrete the virus and therefore continue to spread COVID-19 in the community.

Ongoing studies while waiting for the A26 Janssen vaccine (J&J) and the changes being made to the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine may only mean a short time before our vaccination program can be restarted. The delay can be used to prepare the groundwork for the smooth running of mass vaccinations possibly with dual vaccines.

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine (A26 Janssen awaiting approval) is a one-shot vaccine, therefore distribution will be faster, the SA variant virus is sensitive to it, and like the AstraZeneca vaccine, this one does not require e x t r e m e l y c o l d s t o r a g e temperatures.

One last thought in this Covid-19 brief.

Charles Darwin did his work before Watson & Crick worked out details of mutations, but he said: “organisms best adjusted to their environment are most successful in survival and reproduction.”

Often paraphrased as “the survival of the fittest.”

We must recognize that the world population is nearing 10 Billion and rapid travel is common for both holidays and business.

Pandemics will increase and we must prepare to respond quickly.

Pharmacy

Sothebys

GEPF

Seeff

Knysna Muni set to save money

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Employing good business s e n s e , K n y s n a A c t i n g Municipal Manager Dawid Adonis has initiated a process to identify and purchase a building, or buildings, suitable for hosting the Municipal Off ices , rather than to continue renting office space.“We currently lease three properties which host our Municipal Offices and our Customer Care Centre,” said Adonis. “Aside from the approximately R6.2 million Council budgets for office rental annually, one also needs to take into account the cost of repairs and maintenance to these buildings, which we are responsible for.”

Considering future escalation in rental fees and auxiliary costs related to repairs, maintenance, electricity generation during power outages and information

and communication technology, purchasing a building makes more financial sense than renting premises.

“Council has resolved to purchase an existing building, rather than constructing a new one,” Adonis continued. “Even if such a building would have to be refurbished to accommodate offices, the monthly repayments on an external loan are sure to be less expensive than our current –

and future – rental repayments. Once a suitable building has been identified, our financial section will make the necessary calculations to confirm this sound assumption.”

Adonis further explained that consolidating the Municipal owned buildings in Clyde- and Queen Streets may also be considered. With careful planning, design and renovative

construction, these buildings could form one administrative centre.“The careful and responsible management of our finances is one of our top priorities,” Adonis concluded . “By ac t ive ly investigating, identifying and implementing ways in which we can minimise expenses we are working towards creating a richer Knysna.”

There was an outcry on social media on Monday 1st Feb w h e n g a r d e n s e r v i c e companies discovered that they would have to pay over R400 to offload garden waste at the Municipal site in Sedgefield. Up until now, the service had no charge levied, and it was presumed that any charges are covered by annual rates.

This new tariff was announced in a press release posted on the Municipal Facebook page on 30 December last year, but it appears that many had not seen it because businesses were closed at that stage.

The press release stated that the charges were due to come into effect from 1 February 2021 allowing businesses to adjust a n d t o a f f o r d t h e m a n opportunity to communicate any changes to their clients.

However, enforcing the new tariff certainly was not going to be easy. Not only due to the outcry from the public but also because the per ton price of

R409.24 (including VAT) could not be levied with no weigh-bridge to ascertain the weight of the car, bakkie and trailer loads as they came in.

When asked for comment (4 Feb), Knysna Municipality's spokesperson Chris topher Bezuidenhoudt said that this would be going back before council. “Because it involves an approved Municipal tariff, the matter will first go before the Finance C o m m i t t e e S e r v i c e s f o r consideration,” he said, “At the moment the status quo of not paying remains until the Council has taken a decision.”

According to the original press release, the Municipality intends to capacitate Law Enforcement to ensure a proper strategy will be adopted to minimize any illegal dumping that may result from charges being levied at green waste sites.“Members of the public are encouraged to report illegal dumping on our mobile app by sending proof (car registration)

and submit an affidavit so that the perpetrators may be held accountable and be fined,” it reads. “Knysna Municipality is not alone in implementing these tariffs,” explained Dr Louis Scheepers, who was Acting Municipal Manager at the time. “ T h e W e s t e r n C a p e Government's Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning has confirmed the legislat ive requirement of diverting 50% of organic waste from regular Waste Disposal Facilities (WDF) by 2022, and a complete ban on organic material from WDFs by the year 2027.”

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WHERE TO FIND IT 2021CALLING ALL BUSINESSES

Following their AGM and a committee meeting to elect office bearers, the Art Society has a new Chairperson. She is Kim Goldhill and her contact details are 083 218 2244.

The Society meets at the Catholic Church, on the first Monday of each month. Meetings start at 2pm. New members are always welcome.

TUESDAY 13:45 Tabs in for Bowls. Play starts 13:45 in summer 1 September to 30 April and 13:30 in Winter 1 May to 31 August. THURSDAY Same as above. SATURDAY Same as above.

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Tuesdays

Wednesdays8 for 9am Golf Day @ The Links. All members welcome.

Thursdays7:30am Eden Cycling Club Group Social outride departs Cycle Worx. All welcome.8 for 9am Sedge Gentlemen’s Golf @ The Links

Fridays8am Ladies Golf @ Links Course

Saturdays7:30am Eden Cycling Club Group Social outride departs Cycle Worx. All welcome.8am-12 Wild Oats Community Farmers’ Market 8 for 9am Saturday Competition Golf @ Links Course8am-2pm Mosaic Market8am-1pm Scarab Craft Market

Sundays8am Eden Cycling Club Group Social outride departs Cycle Worx. All welcome.

Society meets at the Catholic Church. New members are always welcome.

13:45pm Tabs in for Bowls.

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Sunday 31st January8 - 12. Gardener’s Market at Steam Whistle Stop. For more info call 072 487 0395

We enter the new year under rather trying circumstances a n d S A M w i s h e s o u r Sedgefield community the very best, good health and peace.

Several SAM rescues have been homed this past month, notably Charlie of whom we spoke in our last article. All animals take t i m e t o a d j u s t t o n e w s u r r o u n d i n g s a n d circumstances, and the feedback is that Charlie has settled well with his new family and his playmate.

The sterilisation programme will continue this year as SAM's main focus area, and we would like to urge all pet owners to ensure that their pets are

identifiable by means of microchipping and a name and contact number tag. This can be done for your pet in your own home at reasonable cost - simply contact Chris Fletcher on 0844675555. A lost pet can more easily be found and returned home if they are chipped and wear a tag. Finding lost pets is one of SAM's functions and for that they have a Whatsapp Group. Should you wish to join, please let Chris Fletcher know.

Fund raising events have been curtailed in view of the Level 3 Lockdown, and SAM is heavily dependent on the income from the SAM Charity Shop. We are very grateful to everyone who has donated goods to the shop, to those who support the shop and

to the volunteers who keep the shop running. We always advertise our special offers and sales on our SAM Charity Shop Facebook page. Any donations are gratefully accepted and can be dropped off at the shop (cnr Parrot and Swallow) between 10h00 - 14h00 on weekdays, or 09h00 - 13h00 on Saturdays).

This week will see the SAM team of volunteers checking on the animals that have been treated for injuries and illnesses, getting ready for sterilisations that are booked for Friday, feeding wherever they can, and going out to care for animals that have been victims of abuse or neglect, helping to find lost pets - in other words, its going to be a busy week.

READY FOR THE HEW YEAR

Sunday 14th February8 - 12. Car Boot Sale at Steam Whistle Stop. For more info call 072 487 0395

HOW DO WE BRING BACK BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION QUESTIONS WITH PAM

* P a m B o o t h i s t h e Environmental Manager at the Knysna Municipality.

PIC

Chairmanship for the Groenvallei II Home Owners’ Association has been transferred

from Kevin Barnes to Erwin Kieck. Contact details for Mr. Erwin Kieck are as

follows .

Cellphone : 065 994 0007

Email Address: carle@vodamail.co.za

Chairmanship for the Groenvallei II Home Owners’ Association has been transferred from Kevin Barnes to

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Dear EditorSome use the "Letters to the Edge" to let off steam and complain. I must take issue, though, with Mr George Gultig (Edge 27 J anua ry ) who complains about the Sedgefield Licensing office (amongst others).

The lady who staffs the licensing office is an employee of Knysna Municipality who works 3 days a week in Sedgefield and the other 2 days in Knysna; she definitely does not take a long weekend, adding to the backlog.

The lady in question is always polite and helpful and, on occasion, I have seen her tell motor dealers with a number of transactions to process to leave the papers with her until later so that she can shorten the queue of people waiting.

Many of us appreciate her fine service.

Kind RegardsDennis Cook

“Supporting Local” A letter to local businesses

So listen here peopleI might be a "sheeple",But I just want to stay alive.I would love to shop here.But sadly I fear.Through to George I must drive.

Is it too much to ask.That you wear a mask?Surely you want me to shop!It would seem not.Or perhaps you forgot,It's so that the virus will stop!

So please don't complainThat lockdown's a strainAnd killing your business too.You might think you’re brave.But you'll cause a new wave.So the mask’s not for me it's for you!!

To shop staff that do,May God bless you,A loyal customer I will remain.Thanks for your care,And I'll see you there,Again and again and again!

by The Masked Shopper

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By Cindy Bezuidenhout

The reason families often end up with a nightmare carer is that they often don’t know how to choose the right person for the job. Here are some pointers.

I f y o u a r e n e e d i n g professional carers always make sure the person is qualified. If the carer’s CV has no contactable references, think twice. Always follow up on references given.Keep in mind what level of care the patient needs (For example - not all carer courses include first aid). Carers are not all trained to look after all types of patients. Do you need a day carer, night carer, live-in carer or help for only a few hours a day? List all duties and make sure that during interviews the carer knows exactly what his/her duties would be.Ta k e y o u r t i m e w i t h interviews. Remember, the carer you choose will be entering your private space and so must be able to fit in, must be reliable and you must be able to trust

them in your house and with your loved ones.

What are the positives and negatives of working through a carer company?Costs will most probably be a bit more.You will always have a backup. If a company carer is sick, goes on leave or has a family crisis the company is responsible to provide you with a replacement.Transport to and from work is not your responsibility but is between the carer and his/her company.

A company is responsible for solving any issues that may occur.Most carer companies will have a highly qualified individual at the helm. If the person in charge h a s c a r i n g e x p e r i e n c e themselves even better.

There are some horror stories about carers out there, choose wisely!

Cindy, who runs her own caring company, is a qualified level 5 M e d i c w i t h 2 2 y e a r s experience. She has an international caring diploma, and is a certified carer for patients with special needs.

removed from the premises. This community is fortunate to have the Knysna Vets who have negotiated reduced rates for SAM so that emergencies such as this can be taken care of. Once again, SAM called on Knysna Vets and E received the gentle, professional treatment that he needed. He has now been placed in foster care with a wonderful person who will take responsibility for the daily dressings and medication that E will need, and where he will be kept quiet and clean for as long as it takes for his burn wounds to heal. A suitable, loving furever home will be sought for E in due course, but in the meantime, he is safe and the SAM team is deeply grateful to the Knysna Vets and the foster Mom for stepping up for this dear little boy.

Animals get sick. They get hurt. They get old. They need medical care and it is the pet owner's

responsibility to ensure that they make provision for this. Please consider this very important aspect of pet care when you adopt a pet. SAM and KAWS can assist to an extent, but the onus is on the pet owner to take responsibility for their pet's health.

We will keep you posted on E's progress.

Until next time,take care.

The SAM volunteers have been busy as usual, but we would like to dedicate our article to a little dog who we will refer to as E. The work that the SAM volunteers do can be rewarding, but sometimes it hurts. A lot.

We all understand that accidents happen. If a child is hurt as the result of an accident, there is no question that the child will be taken care of and the injuries treated. Why should E have been any different? He is a sentient being, he cannot speak, he feels pain and fear. When E was accidentally burnt with boiling water, he was not cared for. Despite there being two animal welfare organisations that are just a phone call away (KAWS and SAM), help was not called for. He was left to suffer for an entire week before the SAM team became aware of his injuries. This is cruelty.

Law Enforcement was notified and the injured animal was

Dear SirsThere is a new Map of Knysna & Sedgefield available at our Shell Garage and is called SA Map Series. What a pity that the publisher has not bothered to thoroughly check the info shown on this map.

For example, Wagtail Street is shown as Wingtail Street. It is the street that links the N2 to Kwartel Street; Kwartel being the westward extension of Flamingo Avenue. (Note Flamigo spelt wrong on map).

Many people in Sedgefield do not even know where Wagtail Street is!!! I happen to know

where it is as we looked at a house in that street. I have not looked through all the street names.

Further examples relate to the Numbered Flags that purport to show where the var ious businesses are in Sedgefield. Many of them are nowhere near the actual locations of the businesses!!

One wonders if the businesses themselves ever saw a “Proof Copy” of this map before it was published.

Sedgefield Resident

“Ancient trees are precious. There is little else on Earth that plays host to such a rich community of life with a single living organism” Sir David Attenborough.

Are you a member of this conservancy? If so you will have noticed with pride how the appearance of our lovely island has been improved lately. Thanks to hard-working members like John Bruce and his able assistant Lucky. The barrier poles at the causeway and along the lagoon frontage, are looking spick and span after they have been painted. The

benches along Charles Te Water have also been varnished and the signage has been updated. Have you seen the stunning Fish Eagle Green sign?

Much alien vegetation has been removed, this is an ongoing task. Pam Booth’s article in the Edge 27th January 2021 highlighted the need for biodiversity in nature. We need to conserve our indigenous flora as it is critically endangered. If we could all plant more indigenous and locally endemic species we would be safeguarding our flora for future generations.

If you are planning a new garden or replanting an existing one, members of the Conservancy are always available to give advice

regarding the planting of indigenous species and trees. There are many colourful and suitable indigenous trees and plants - that will support - our local insects and birds.

We have many new projects planned for 2021 but we need help and funding. If you would like to join a work party please c o n t a c t y o u r a r e a representative. A friendly reminder that your membership fees are due. The annual fee is R50 per annum. Sincere thanks to all our supporters and members.

We invite any residents who live on the Island to join our group. For further information please contact the Secretary: secretary@sedgefieldislandconservancy.co.za

Dear Ed, I would appreciate it if you could publish a big thank you to an unknown surfer who saved my son from drowning yesterday, 4 February, at Swartvlei Beach.My son never asked the surfers name and the surfer just waved and he was gone.The current took Raymond and all of a sudden he could not stand and was dragged away. The surfer just appeared, went in, and got Raymond out. We are so thankful to this angel rescuer. I hope he sees this letter.

Aldi Fewell

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Pharmacy

Sothebys

GEPFUnrelenting efforts to eradicate drug trafficking as well as the distribution of drugs into communities in the Western Cape once again yielded positive results when drugs with an estimated street value of R140 000 were confiscated in G e o r g e d u r i n g c r i m e prevention operations on 5 February.

On Thursday, 04 February 2021 Public order police members in conjunction with the Outeniqua K9 and the Provincial Traffic were conducting a vehicle checkpoint on the N2 highway near the Garden Route Mall when they stopped a motor vehicle that was en-route to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth. A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of 2200 Mandrax tablets that

were hidden in the door panels of the vehicle. Police confiscated the drugs and arrested a 32-year-old man on a charge of dealing in drugs.

It is believed that the drugs were destined for delivery in Cape Town.The suspect was held in custody and was due to appear in the George Magistrates’ court on Monday, 08 February 2021.

In an unrelated matter, vigilant members attached to the George Public Order Police conducted a sting operation at a house at Parkdene, George on Tuesday, 02 February 2021. The members descended on the premises and a search of the premises ensued. They confiscated 39 Mandrax tablets, 20 bankies of Tik, two

cell phones and an undisclosed amount of cash.

Furthermore, on 4 February members a t tached to the T s i t s i k a m m a K 9 w e r e strategically deployed in crime hotspots in Knysna when they noticed a suspicious-looking man on foot near the industrial area. Upon searching the man they found 7kg of copper cables in his possession. Further investigation revealed that the copper had been removed from a site of the local municipality. The 28-year-old suspect was arrested on charges of possession of stolen property. He will appear in court.W e s t e r n C a p e P o l i c e Management commended all units involved for their sterling w o r k i n b r i n g i n g t h e s e perpetrators to book.

DRUGS WORTH R140 000 SEIZED DURINGCRIME PREVENTION OPERATIONS IN GEORGE

The illegal abalone trade in the Western Cape was dealt a heavy blow when abalone with an estimated value of

R46 000 was seized on the N2 highway near Knysna on Friday, 05 February 2021 at about 08:30.

Vigilant members attached to the Plettenberg Bay Crime Prevention Unit received information about a Ford Focus with a CY registration that was en-route to Cape Town with a consignment of abalone on b o a r d . T h e m e m b e r s responded to the information swiftly and spotted the vehicle n e a r t h e t u r n - o f f t o Kwanokuthula. Upon noticing the police this vehicle sped off in the direction of Knysna and a high-speed vehicle chase ensued. The vehicle was brought to a halt just outside Knysna.

Knysna’s Acting Municipal Manager Dawid Adonis confirmed that Council has authorised the administration to see to the removal and disconnection of unauthorised, illegal connections to the municipal grid.

“Tampering with the electrical grid is extremely dangerous and can lead to fire, injury, or death,” warned Adonis. “There are also financial implications,” he said. “Persons who have allowed illegal connections to their existing supply, or persons who have connected illegally, may be held liable for the fees and charges we incur during the

disconnection process.”

There are also fines payable each time the municipality needs to repair or service an electricity meter that has been tampered with. A service charge will be billed to the customer who benefited from such tampering, with the fee increasing at each incident as follows:• R3885.00 for the f i rs t incident;• R5776.00 for the second incident; and• R7772.00 for the third incident.

The meter will be removed after the fourth incident of tampering

By Nikki Jones

An entry in The South African Who’s Who of 1916 records that a certain D. Benn ran both a Motor Garage and Sawmill in Knysna. In his advertisement, he promises the ‘lowest quotations for journeys by Motor Car to George and the surrounding country. He was t h e p r o u d o w n e r o f 3 Hupmobiles and a Ford, which he boasted were driven by thoroughly experienced drivers and were always on the road! According to records online Donald Henry Walter Benn was a carpenter born circa 1873 and died, aged 80, in June 1953

From the same 1916 edition, it would seem that another Knysna business Coote, Noble & Co. Ltd were agents for Mr B e n n ’s M o t o r S e r v i c e . Referring to themselves as ‘The most up-to-date store in Knysna’, these General and Timber Merchants of Church Street claimed to be direct importers of all manner of

goods - Drapery, Hardware, Groceries and Provisions, Outfitting, Boots and shoes, etc. Building Material, Fencing, Agricultural implements, Motor Accessories, Petrol and Tyres. All classes of Wagon and Cart Timber. A one-stop-shop by the sounds of it! As if that was not enough, it seems they were also buyers of wool, skins and hides. What may be of interest to those who are keen to know more about Knysna’s buildings is that the

1916 advertisement further informs the reader that the company’s premises had just been enlarged, a new storey added and new frontages put in. This they boasted made their store one of the largest in the South-Western Districts of the Cape Province. The company’s Managing Director was named as Mr A.W. Weeks.

A LITTLE BIT OF LOCAL HISTORY

Coote, Noble & Co Ltd, Church Street, Knsyna

and a new connection fee will be payable before the supply of electricity is restored.

Illegal connections can overload the existing, legal infrastructure, create protection grading problems, interrupt the quality of the supply and lead to faults occurring. They also present an external financial implication to the municipality.

L e g i s l a t i o n a l l o w s t h e municipality to disconnect the supply of electricity to any premises, or to restrict and/or allocate credit purchases for prepayment meters.

Relevant circumstances include where tampering with the service connection or supply mains has occurred; where there is a case of grave risk to any person or property; and for reasons of

community safety or the safety of emergency personnel. An external service provider will be a p p o i n t e d t o i m p l e m e n t Council’s decision.

“It is our statutory and legal responsibility to remove these illegal electrical connections,” Adonis concluded. “But we also have a moral obligation of keeping our residents safe. And it is one that we take seriously.”

Residents are encouraged to r e p o r t i l l e g a l e l e c t r i c a l connections to 044 302 6397/9.

A thorough search of the motor vehicle resul ted in the confiscation of seven black bags containing abalone. Police arrested the three occupants, aged 31, 32 and 34 on a charge of i l legal possession of abalone. Their vehicle was also seized.

All three suspects remained in custody and were to appear in t h e P l e t t e n b e r g B a y M a g i s t r a t e s ’ C o u r t o n Monday, 08 February 2021 on the above- mentioned charge.

The protection of our living marine resources is of utmost importance, especially to our economy. Western Cape Provincial Police Management has commended the members for their vigilance in pursuing the suspects and their ultimate arrest.

Living in a village well-known for its compassion for animals, it’s no surprise that many Sedgefield residents were left reeling when they read of the plight of the family in Spreeu S tree t , whose dog had evidently been set upon by a criminal.

Dawie and Lisa Pretorius are appealing to anyone who can assist in tracking down the heartless criminals who stabbed their dog, Emma a Russian Setter cross Border Collie, in the early hours of Monday 8 February.

It was about 3 am when they were woken by the noise of barking dogs. “B o th o u r d o g an d t h e neighbour’s dog were going crazy,” Lisa told us. “Then Emma eventually went quiet, but the neighbour’s dog kept barking.”They believe the criminals planned to hide until all went quiet, but eventually gave up and left. “We only later discovered that the reason Emma had gone quiet was due to her being stabbed. We rushed her to Knysna Vet, who then operated on her stab

wounds,” said Lisa.Whilst Emma is recovering well, the family is determined to do all they can to find the perpetrators of this cruel crime.

A neighbour has footage of two men walking down the street and away from their home, on the same night, and it is hoped that this will help in identifying the individuals responsible. “We have reported the matter to SAPS, and we are offering a reward of R2000 to anyone who is able to assist us in getting the criminals arrested,” Lisa reported.

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Curtaining. Custom madequality curtains and alterationsParrot Street (next to Yum Yum)

083 707 5499

Satin & SilkUpholstery, canvas, vinyl,velvet, felt, etc.0 8 3 7 0 7 5 4 9 9

Satin & SilkFabrics, printed lycra,aramani satin, viscose wovenl i n e n , r a y o n

083 707 5499

Satin & SilkSheeting, bed linen fitted sheetsnight frills, duvet inners083 707 5499

Satin & SilkHaberdashery, lace, wool Elastic, zips, ribbonsParrot Street, (next to Yum Yum) 083 707 5499

Satin & Silk

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Dry groceries, fresh fruit & vegetables. Milk, Bread, Cheese and so much more.

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Cool drinks, ice creams, snacks, biscuits, cigarettes. Main Service Road, Sedgefield 083 567 2786

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Your 1-stop convenience shop. Free delivery to your doorstep, within 4km radius within Sedgefield.

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786Cleaning materials, brooms, mops, buckets, etc.

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Cigarettes, cold drinks, snacks,

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Dry groceries, fresh fruit & vegetables. Milk, Bread, Cheese and so much more.

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Cleaning materials, brooms, mops, buckets, etc.

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Your 1-stop convenience shop. Free delivery to your doorstep, within 4km radius within Sedgefield.

Satin & Silk - Sheeting, bed linen, fitted sheets, night frills & duvet inners. 083 707 5499

Satin & Silk, Parrot Street, (next to Yum Yum) 083 707 5499 Fabrics, curtaining, sheeting, upholstery & haberdashery.

Curtaining. Custom made quality curtains and alterations. Satin & Silk, Parrot Street (next to Yum Yum)

083 707 5499

BATHROOM GURU - All Bathroom Alterations. Plumbing, tiling and all fittings, Walk in Showers, Specialised bathrooms for the aged and disabled. Call Anthony 074 708 4738

KAYS

SILK &SATIN

Short/medium term rental in a secure complex next to Swartvlei (private access to lake) few minutes out of town. The fully furnished accommodation consists of 2 king size ensuite bedrooms, fully fitted kitchen, open plan dining and sitting rooms. All rooms open out to elevated deck with lake views, includes lock up garage. Rate R10500 per month includes water, electricity, wifi & full tv channels. Ph. 0836489205

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Wanted small house to buy, close to town. Please call 083 5432 593

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Looking for 3rd person to share fun/upmarket home in Sedgefield. D.S.T.V, Wi Fi etc. Phone Astrid 083 4477174.

MEEDINGSRIDE - Kamer te huur, deel badkamer. Beskikbaar 1 Maart @ R2500 pm. Phone 072 555 8922

3. Accommodation Holiday

____________________________4. Announcements

Bird Cottage on the Island. Quality accommodation. Low rates. Spacious, DSTV, w/machine. Also stop over option in Guinea Room Suite. 044 3431261 www.birdcottage.co.za

ANN’S Collectables on the move to Waterstone Junction, Main Road (next to MacButners opp Spar). 071 450 6792

BOOKS FOR EVERY BUDGET Downsca l i ng , sp r i ng c l ean ing , bookshelves groaning? We buy good quality, previously loved books. We also offer discount on books returned in good condition. Deo Gratia (next to Pick n Pay) 082 9020 649

Curtaining, Custom made quality curtains and alterations at Satin & Silk, Parrot Street (Next to Yum Yum) 083 707 5499

Garden refuse removal... your affordable solution in Sedge, Knysna & Plett. Dial a Drum ... 082 808 5984

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Your 1-stop convenience shop. Free delivery to your doorstep, within 4km radius of Sedgefield.

Ploms Auto Mobile all servicing & motor vehicle repairs undertaken @ reasonable prices. Phone Peter Plomaritis 083 455 6224

PASTEL SALES, setup and training. Call C A Mather Accounting. 044 343 2202 or 083 779 7934

Adult Sedgefield T-shirts and Hoodie Tops for sale at Soozis. Tel 044 373 1813. Pick n Pay Centre, Sedgefield.

WANTED : Sedgefield Hospice Shoppe need your second hand goods. Have a clean out and help others with your unwanted items! Please give them a call 044 343 1722

Architectural Draughting Services. Phone Tracy 082 695 3119 / 044 343 1421

Craftsman Homes - Quality building in Brick & Timber 082 812 1820

Computer He lp & Suppor t - Martin - 082 576 5038

MUSIC LESSONS - - Piano, music theory and

clarinet. From beginners to advanced, for all ages. Please contact Ann

____________________________6. Building & Related Services

___________________________10. Computers

___________________________12. Education & Tuition

___________________________13. Electrical

All DIY Hardware and Tools available @ Sedgefield Hardware. Tel 044 343 1960

CXTIPPERS & DIGGERS - Quality products & service at your doorstep. Tel 044 382 1645

S i t e c l e a r i n g , e x c a v a t i o n s , compaction and road building - contact us today for a free quotation. CX Tippers & Diggers. Tel. 044 382 1645

On line lessons also offered.

Piglet’s Pen Pre-School 076 737 3490

Electrical Hardware @ Sedgefield H/Ware

___________________________ 7. Businesses

___________________________9. Clothing

Computer Repairs and Training Call Johan 074 472 4921.

Carroll on 083 275 7576, adrcarroll@gmail.com. www.touchwoodmusic.co.za

Faulty Microwave? Phone Hands on Electrical for free quote. 083 297 1929

Is your stove working properly & safe? If not call Hands on Electrical - 083 297 1929

Experienced Cashier, experienced cook, and barman needed. Email CV with references to filos@telkomsa.net

Rust Stain Remover for Fabric. 50ml for R25. R45 for 100ml. Available from the Edge offices. Enquiries Verity 076 619 3659

Wattle and Rooikrans firewood delivered. Black Wattle R450 per bakkie load. Rooikrans R900 per bakkie load. Price includes delivery within the Sedgefield area. Contact Tim 071 6834133

HANDS ON ELECTRICAL For service and repairs, installations, fridges, washing machines, dishwashers, microwaves, stoves, TV & audio. Quality workmanship. Reg on 083 297 1929

HEUNIS Plumbing & Electrical. All Maintenance & Construction Qualified in both trades COC Certificates. Call 082 972 3911 manie.heunis@gmail.com

____________________________14. Employment Offered

____________________________15. Employment Wanted

__________________________17. Food & Wine

Lincy, hardworking, Malawian looking for domestic work. 078 494 3118

Mercy, a Malawian lady is looking for domestic work. Call 083 686 0379

Steven from Malawi is looking for a job as a painter. Call 063 890 1046. For Ref Lockie 079 630 9921

DomesticDoreen - 078 383 9304Lincy - 078 494 3118 Margaret - 078 192 5943Michelle - 078 660 1949Patricia - 078 641 1577 Guest house

GardeningChrispine - 063 260 0675Peter - 078 698 3259 RefThomas - 071 633 7229

Blue Bottle Liquors Open Mon- Thurs, 10am - 6pm. Stock up with your weekend drinks before 6pm on Thursdays. 044 343 3091

Cafe Vienna Diner - Valentine Champagne Breakfast - Sun 14 Feb from 10am - 12. R70 per person. Please book 076 866 1239

German Lane for all your continental - German cold Meats, Sausages, Salmon, Trout, smoked Salmon & Trout, and Prawns. Groceries, confectionery, selection of Cheeses and Italian Salamies. No 1 Houtappel Centre near Knysna Vet. Phone 0791359188 or germanlanesedge@gmail.com

Cleaning materials, brooms, mops, buckets etc. Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786

Galvanised sliding gate, 1,8m x 4m. Like new incl. wheels and brackets R5600.00 Tel. 073 144 9774 / 060 320 8891

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18. For Sale

___________________________19. Home & Garden

____________________________20. Health & Beauty

____________________________22. Home Improvements

AQUAMAN POOL CARE Service Maintenance. Pump Repairs. Call 044 343 3237 / 072 704 2872

Adult Incontinence Nappies available at Soozi’s, Pick n Pay Centre 044 343 1813 / 082 771 0694

Cobble Paving, Sedgefield. For all types of paving, best prices, best paving, free quotes. Don’t delay - Pave Today! Call Norman or Antoinette: Tel: (044) 343 2404 / 083 305 0346

FOREST ROOTS - Organic veggie mix, ideal for raised beds and pots. 30L bag - R120. Please call 079 910 5398 www.forestroots.co.za

Garden Refuse Removal for as little as R80 per month, 082 808 5984. www.dialadrumknysna.co.za

KUBI HIRE - Digger Loader for Hire Landscaping & hauling. Craig 082 715 8002

LIVING LANDSCAPES Professional garden make-over. Luke 072 022 5977

MINERAL PACKS - Rejuvenate your soil and boost the microbial life. Available from Forest Roots. R199. 079 540 5398

Unsure of what to do with your kitchen waste? Forest Roots Bokashi Bin is the perfect indoor composting solution. R 1 4 5 . C a l l 0 7 9 9 1 0 5 3 9 8 www.forestroots.co.za

Aloe Ferox Products whole range in stock @ factory prices. The Aloe Lady : 044 343 2214 @ Wild Oats Market on Saturdays.

FEB Special - Valentine promo 20% off all Bikini & Underarm Packages (package consists of 6 treatments) SOMA Skin Clinic, Suite 12 Plum Tree Trading Post, 52 Main Road, Sedgefield. Call - 082 446 4182.

Imago Relationship Coach & Clinical Counsellor. Specialising in Marriage/ Relationships, Anxiety, Depression Management, Bereavement, Grief, Loss & Personal Development. Please phone Merle Lifson-Dettori on 083 709 0467

The Greenmere Studio (est. in 1994) - for your optimal health & wellbeing! Ageless Grace classes, Thursdays @ 11am, St Anthony’s Church Hall. Therapeutic Massage by appointment. Briony: 084 487 7140 / thegreenmere studio@gmail.com

Sedgefield Pharmacy, Woodpecker Mall. Tel 044 343 1628, Fax 343 1110. Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-1pm, Sun & Pub Holidays 9:30am-12.

BATHROOM GURU - All Bathroom Alterations. Plumbing, tiling and all fittings, Walk in Showers, Specialised bathrooms for the aged and disabled. Call Anthony 074 708 4738

Silver Scissors Unisex Hairstylists - 21 Tiptol Street, Sedge. Tel 044 343 2112

QI GONG at Pure Yoga - Friday 9:30am @ R50 per class. All fitness levels. Booking essential. Maggy 082 445 7496

DAN THE HANDYMAN General Repairs & Maintenance, Tiling, Painting, Glazing, Carpentry, Plumbing, Roofing & Soak Ways. No job too small. 084 400 5437. Luke 072 022 5977

JIMMY CATER Quality painting and decorating. Free quotes. 082 773 9782

Upholstery, canvas, vinyl, velvet, felt, etc. Satin & Silk 083 707 5499____________________________25. Motor Cars/Bikes

____________________________27. Pets & Livestock

___________________________28. Plumbing

AUTO Mobile Diagnostics & Services - Call Cecil - 083 701 3655

PLOMS Auto Mobile personal service on your vehicle. Phone Peter 083 455 6224

Windcreen Chips & Cracks expertly repaired. Phone Martin 084 618 1180

Hands On ValentineRose are RedViolets are BlueSomeone loves youHere’s your CluePolka Dot Garage Dress.

082 972 3911 manie.heunis@gmail.com

Delicious homebaked cakes, biscuits & toasted sarmies enjoyed with LavAzza coffee, latte, hot chocolate, tea or milkshake. You can also buy a Gift Voucher (eats, treats or books) to bless someone. Deo Gratia (next to Pick n Pay) 082 9020 649

JVM AUTOMATION - Alarm systems. Automated Garage Doors, Gates, Remotes & Batteries. Installations, replacements & repairs. Sedgefield based. Call Jaco Venter 072 083 1977

____________________________26. Personal

___________________________30. Restaurants & Takeaways

___________________________31. Security

All pet food or other donations for Animal Welfare 044 384 1603 to be dropped off at Simply Vets or Knysna Vet Clinic.

Bring your Furbabies for a Pamper to Angie @ Pooch & Purr Lovers Pet Parlour. Flexible hours. Forest Lodge Complex, Uil St, Opposite Steam Whistle. 060 631 7985

Knysna Animal Welfare office 044 384 1603 or emergency call 073 461 9825. (24hrs)

Call

Alarm and Gate Batteries. Tel 3431960

Heunis Plumbing & Electrical. All Maintenance & Construction Qualified in both trades COC Certificates.

Klaus Schulz Plumbing. PIRB Registered. Does all work personally. 044 343 2114 / 073 345 6110

Smith Plumbing for personal service. Call Peet 084 889 2578

1 To Rent2 Accom. Wanted3 Accom. - Holiday4 Announcements5 Boats & Acc6 Building Services7 Businesses8 Cellular, Electronics & TV9 Clothing10 Computers11 Crafts & Home Industry12 Education & Tuition13 Electrical14 Employment Offered15 Employment Wanted16 Fabric & Haberdashery17 Food & Wine18 For Sale19 Home & Garden20 Health & Beauty21 Hobbies22 Home Improvements23 Lost & Found24 Miscellaneous25 Motor Cars/Bikes26 Personal27 Pets & Livestock28 Plumbing29 Property30 Restaurants & Pubs31 Security32 Services Offered33 Sport & Leisure34 Tea/Coffee & Take-Aways35 Heavy Vehicles & Mach.36 Wanted / Swop etc

Index

NB. Classified adverts for the next issue need to be in by Monday 22nd

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We play YOUR music!Weddings and ALL

other functions.Phone me for a quote that

will fit your budget.Walter Heuer. 0835406991

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32. Services Offered

Affordable garden refuse removal ... Dial a Drum ... 082 808 5984 ... operating in Sedge, Knysna & Plett.

AIRPORT & CHARTER TRANSPORT, GARDEN ROUTE and KAROO. Call Anthony on 083 253 0838.

CINDY’S CLEANING SERVICE Drop off maids, Supervised team cleans, Holiday homes. Competitive rates. For more info Cindy on 076 374 4945. Email : flower@websurfer.co.za

M J P HOME MAINTENANCE - Roof cleaning, painting, deck maintenance, gutter cleaning, wall extensions, window sanding & repairs and fencing. Call Martin 071 558 8581

SEBO dry carpet cleaning. For all cleaning of all kinds of carpets, Persians, kelims, mattresses, vertical blinds and all upholstery. Covid 19 Saniguard sanitiser. Call Peter Hall on 0615608242

Sedge Pets now @ 1 Gardenia St. Jock Dog Food. Gill 071 111 5605

Any problems with epilepsy or other disabilities? EPILEPSY SA on 044 382 2155 or visit Off Rio Road, Knysna We can help!

BED LINEN, fitted sheets, night frills, duvet inners at Satin & Silk. 083 707 5499

Knysna Animal Welfare office 044 384 1603 or emergency call 073 461 9825. (24hrs)

Sharpening Service @ Sedgefield Hardware.

Stamp collector wishing to buy old South African & Common-wealth collections. Also prepared to value your collection. Peter 082 567 6947

Karen’s Holiday Home Management while you are not at your holiday home, we will be! Regular monthly checks, reports on all aspect of your home K a r e f r e e H o m e M a n a g e m e n t . Call 072 586 1086.

Sedge Pets now @ 1 Gardenia St. Jock Dog Food. Gill 071 111 5605

P I G L E T ’ S P E N P R E -SCHOOL - a nur tur ing environment in which your child’s learning, emotional and physical needs can be individually catered for in a small group setting. Call 076 737 3490

BUILDERS... Contact CX Tippers & Diggers for all your planthire & aggregate requirements. Quality products & service at your doorstep. Tel 044 382 1645

Site clearing, excavations, compaction and road building - contact us today for a free quotation. CX Tippers & Diggers. Tel. 044 382 1645

Needing Topsoil or Bark for your garden? We deliver. CX Tippers & Diggers. Tel 044 382 1645

CXTIPPERS & DIGGERS - Quality products & service at your doorstep. Tel 044 382 1645

Demolition Excavation & Planthire. Contact CX Tippers & Diggers for all your plant hire requirements. Tel. 044 382 1645

BUILDERS... We source the best local products at the cheapest possible price. CX Tippers & Diggers - your one stop aggregate supplier. Tel 044 382 1645

CXTIPPERS & DIGGERS - Quality products & service at your doorstep. Tel 044 382 1645

CX ADVERTS

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When your good Apples go bad, call Mac Everything. We do Mac, iPad, iPhone & everything else Apple. (T) (076) 815 3092 (E) maceverything2@ icloud.com (W) www.maceverything.co .za

CXTIPPERS & DIGGERS - Quality products & service at your doorstep. Tel 044 382 1645

Demolition Excavation & Planthire. Contact CX Tippers & Diggers for all your plant hire requirements. Tel. 044 382 1645

FRESHSTART SEDGEFIELD needs your pre-loved children’s clothes, shoes & toys. Items will be traded in the Smutsville Recycle SwopShop by the children who collect recyclable material. Contact Schalk on 082 413 8363 or drop in the box at Dr Stander.

Removed for room

Alarm and Gate Batteries. Tel 3431960

All DIY Hardware and Tools available @ Sedgefield Hardware. Tel 044 343 1960

Electrical Hardware @ Sedgefield H/Ware

Sharpening Service @ Sedgefield Hardware.

Even IssuesCompost, pot soil, seeds, fertilisers, irrigation, tools @ Sedge Hardware

Plumbing Hardware @ Sedgefield Hardware.

Tools, tiling, paint, varnish, electrical, plumbing, hardware Sedge Hardware 343 1960

Uneven Issues

Clean by Nature. Navi Fog - get your car disinfected at Shell Car Wash. Contact Clive at Shell. Proudly South African Product. ISO approved. 044 3431760

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JOY WILL GET YOU THERE. If you require transport around Sedgefield or from Sedgefiled to George/Knysna please contact me for rates and more information on 082 898 6657.

Sedgefield Stationers, Plum Tree Trading Post. For all your stationery requirements. If we don’t have it we will get it. Call Toni - 072 383 6532

1. Garden refuse removal, for as little as R80 per month, 082 808 5984, www.dialadrumknysna.co.za 2. Affordable garden refuse removal … Dial-a-Drum … 082 808 5984 … operating in Sedge, Knysna & Plett 3. Garden refuse removal … your affordable solution in Sedge, Knysna & Plett … Dial-a-Drum 082 808 5984

JOY WILL GET YOU THERE. If you require transport around Sedgefield or from Sedgefiled to George/Knysna please contact me for rates and more information on 082 898 6657.

Experienced translator I can translate your Afrikaans, German, French, or Dutch documents into English. Reasonable rates. Phone 0443431042 or 0789901470 or write to willo3845@gmail.com

TUESDAY Tabs in Bowls. Play starts 13:45 in summer 1 September to 30 April and

13:30 in Winter 1 May to 31 August.

BOERETROOS - Kom geniet ouma se vetkoek hier op ons stoep. Kom kyk na ons menu en geniet jouself, met n plaas bederfie. Kom verslind n boere tinkie @ R10 - n vetkoek vol chocolate wat smelt in jou mond. Bestel op 063 166 7194

If you want to DRINK it’s your business. If you want to STOP it’s ours. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at St Anthony’s Church hall, cnr Flamingo & Sysie - Fridays @ 7:30pm. Tel: 076 244 1704 / 083 458 4444

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16. Fabric & Haberdashery

Haberdashery, lace, wool, elastic, zips & ribbons. Satin & Silk, Parrot Street, (next to Yum Yum) 083 707 5499

Satin & Silk - Fabrics, printed lycra, aramani satin, viscose woven linen, rayon, upholstery, canvas, vinyl, velvet, felt etc. 083 707 5499

Kay’s Mini Market 083 567 2786 Cool drinks, ice creams, snacks, biscuits, cigarettes. Main Service Road, Sedgefield 083 567 2786

P H A S E 1 1 S i g n a g e & Designs - Signs, b a n n e r s , s h o p windows, vehicle decals + magnets & T-shirts. Contact John 074 785 1679

PRINTING BOOKLETS A3 / A4, B&W or colour. Fold/staple options. Contact: 072 468 8254

Bakkie Double cab with trailer & driver for hire. PE to Cape Town. 078 661 0250

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Depression and anxiety can occur at the same time. Although each condition has its own causes, they may share similar symptoms and treatments.

What are the symptoms of each condition?Some symptoms of depression and anxiety overlap, such as problems with sleep, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. But there are several key differences that help distinguish between the two.

DepressionFeeling down, sad, or upset is normal. It can be concerning feeling that way for several days or weeks on end.

Physical symptoms and behavioural changes caused by depression include:• decreased energy, chronic fatigue, or feeling sluggish frequently• difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or recalling• pain, aches, cramps, or gastrointestinal problems without any clear cause• changes in appetite or weightdifficulty sleeping, waking early, or oversleeping

Emotional symptoms of depression include:• loss of interest or no longer finding pleasure in activities or hobbies• persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness• feeling hopeless or pessimistic• anger, irritability, or restlessness• feeling guilty or experiencing feelings of worthlessness or helplessness• thoughts of death or suicide attempts

AnxietyAnxiety, or fear and worry, can happen to anyone from time to time, too. It’s not unusual to experience anxiety before a big event or important decision.

But, chronic anxiety can be debilitating and lead to irrational thoughts and fears that interfere with your daily life.

Physical symptoms and behavioural changes caused by generalized anxiety disorder include:• feeling fatigued easily• difficulty concentrating or recalling• muscle tension• racing heart• grinding teeth• sleep difficulties, including problems falling asleep and restless, unsatisfying sleep

Emotional symptoms of anxiety include:• restlessness, irritability, or feeling on edge• difficulty controlling worry or fear• dread• panic

How to manage your symptomsIn addition to a formal treatment plan from your doctor, these strategies may help you find relief from symptoms. It’s important to know, though, that these tips may not work for everyone, and they may not work each time.

The goal of managing depression and anxiety is to create a series of treatment options that can all work together to help, to some degree, whenever you need to use them.1. Allow yourself to feel what you’re feeling - and know that it’s not your faultDepression and anxiety disorders are medical conditions. They aren’t the result of failure or weakness. What you feel is the result of underlying causes and triggers; it’s not the result of something you did or didn’t do.

2. Do something that you have control over, like making your bed or taking out the trashIn the moment, regaining a bit of control or power can help you cope with overwhelming symptoms. Accomplish a task you can manage, such as neatly restacking books or sorting your recycling. Do something to help give yourself a sense of accomplishment and power.

3. You could also create a morning, evening, or even daily routineRoutine is sometimes helpful for people with anxiety and depression. This provides structure and a sense of control. It also allows you to create space in your day for self-care techniques that can help you control symptoms.

4. Do your best to stick to a sleep scheduleAim for seven to eight hours each night. More or less than that may complicate symptoms of both conditions. Inadequate or poor sleep can cause problems with your cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, and nervous symptoms.

5. Try to eat something nutritious, like an apple or some nuts, at least once a dayWhen you’re feeling depressed or anxious, you may reach for comforting foods like pasta and sweets to alleviate some of the tension. However, these foods provide little nutrition. Try to help nourish your body with fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains.

6. If you’re up for it, go for a walk around the blockExercise can be an effective treatment for depression because it’s a natural mood booster and releases feel-good hormones. However, for some people, exercise or a gym can trigger anxiety and fear. If that’s the case for you, look for more natural ways to move, such as walking around your neighbourhood or looking for an online exercise video you can do at home.

7. Do something that you know brings you comfort, such as watching a favourite movie or flipping through a magazineGive yourself time to focus on you and the things you like. Down time is a great way to let your body rest, and it can distract your brain with things that bring you a boost.

8. If you haven’t left the house in a while, consider doing something you find soothing, like getting your nails done or getting a massageRelaxation techniques can improve your quality of life and may reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Find an activity that feels right for you and you can practice regularly, such as:• yoga• meditation• breathing exercises• massage

9. Reach out to someone you’re comfortable talking to and talk about whatever you feel like Strong relationships are one of the best ways to help you feel better. Connecting with a friend or family member can provide a natural boost and let you find a reliable source of support and encouragement.

When to talk to your doctorSymptoms that last two weeks or more may be an indication you have depression, anxiety, or both. Severe symptoms may include:• problems with sleep• unexplained emotional changes• sudden loss of interest• feelings of worthlessness or helplessness

If you’re not feeling like yourself and want help understanding, make an appointment to see your doctor. It’s important to be open and honest so they can fully understand what’s happening and get a clear picture of what you’ve been feeling.

How to get a clinical diagnosisThere’s no single test that can diagnose depression or anxiety. Instead, your doctor will likely conduct a physical exam and a depression or anxiety screening test. For this, they’ll ask you a series of questions that help them get a better insight into what you’ve been experiencing.

If the results aren’t clear or if your doctor suspects the symptoms may be the result of another condition, they may order tests to rule out underlying issues. Blood tests can check your thyroid, vitamin, and hormone levels.

In some cases, general practitioners will refer you to a mental health expert, such as a psychiatrist or psychologist, if they don’t feel equipped to properly manage your symptoms and conditions or if they suspect you’re experiencing more than one condition.Source: health.com

Our nervous sys tem i s constantly scanning the environment for signs of safety and danger, with the aim of setting responses in motion to keep us safe (alive!).

When we are sensing safety, we are there in the centre, feeling calm and connected. Our ventral vagal nerve, which is responsible for social engagement, is switched on.

The ventral vagal nerve also acts as a kind of container for the other branches of the nervous system (sympathetic and dorsal vagal), helping to keep us on track with a gentle up and down rhythm (“homeostasis”).

Sometimes we’ll be more active, l ike when we're playing, dancing, or vacuuming. These things take a bit of activation from the sympathetic nervous system, to give us the energy to move. Other times, we'll be more still, like when we are cuddling, relaxing, resting or meditating, and these things involve a little bit of activation of the dorsal vagal nerve so that we can remain still. But all the while, when our ventral vagal is activated, we're feeling safe, we're feeling good, like "we've got this".

W h e n o u r a m y d g a l a unconsciously perceives a threat (via "neuroception") in our environment (e.g. an alarm going off), relationships (e.g. our child whinging, our partner snapping at us), or internally (e.g. a w o r r y i n g t h o u g h t , a n uncomfortable sensation) our sympathetic nervous system a u t o m a t i c a l l y b e c o m e s activated.

It triggers a release of adrenaline and cortisol, and we feel the energy in our body rising, preparing us for movement (mobilization), in an attempt to keep us safe from the perceived threat.

We may experience an u rg e t o l a s h o u t verbally or physically to confront the threat (“fight”). Or we might be compelled to use that energy to run away f r o m t h e t h r e a t , escaping from the situation (“flight”).

E i t h e r w a y , t h e situation will feel “urgent”, like we need

to resolve it immediately. If these responses don't help to resolve the threat, our nervous system can have so much sympathetic activation that it is overwhelming, and our dorsal vagal nerve will kick in to shut it down.

Its purpose is to make us more still (immobilized) in an attempt to help us survive the threat, and then allow us to get back to fighting or fleeing.

We might “fawn”, where our self expression will be “toned down”. We might unconsciously do or say things that are not true to ourselves, in order to make us appear less threatening to the aggressor, and therefore more safe.

And if that doesn't work, we might go into “freeze”, where we still have quite a lot of sympathetic activation, but our movement is very limited. At the very least, in this state we will be numb, no longer feeling the emotional or physical pain of an attack.

Finally, if the dorsal vagal is jammed on with no sympathetic activation, we can collapse or “flop”, which is an attempt to keep us safe by feigning death.• We are not designed to stay in any of these stress responses for very long. Ideally, once the danger has passed, our nervous system returns (back along the spiral) to a safe state fairly quickly.• Those of us who have experienced chronic stress or trauma are more prone both to sensing threat and reaching the point of being overwhelmed. We also tend to get “stuck” in the different protective states.• The further we get in the stress response (the spiral outwards), the further away we become from feeling connected to our body and our authentic

self . We can become so mobilized that we are out of control, or so immobilized that we dissociate or collapse.• I've found that just tracking where we are in the spiral throughout our day can be helpful. Knowing that these states happen unconsciously and automatically in the service of helping us to survive, rather than by choice, can also help us to feel more compassion for ourselves (and others).• What can help even more is to get intimate with our own nervous system, to explore what triggers us into these protective states and what resources can help us to return to a sense safety, and to keep building the “muscle” that brings us back to our centre.

Note: This information is based on Dr Stephen Porges' Polyvagal Theory. Extract from: Sam Cuming

Article submitted by Hazel Bond who offers online and in-person TRE sessions (tension and trauma releasing exercises), as well as Nutritional Consulting. Email: healthtre@outlook.com

Last issues solutions: Across: 4. Sombre 6. Sunlight 9. Barfed 10. Flip Flop 11. Roller Skate 15. Contact 17. Anymore 18. Do ones worst 22. Aquarium 23. Excise 24. Hard at it. 25. Antrim Down: 1. Breeze 2. Pulls a face 3. Slippery 4. Subtract 5. Marbling 7.Gala 8. Tape 12. Set to Music 13. Courtier 14. Lent Term 16. Alderman 19. Waxing

DID YOU KNOW? We help patients who suffer from Cancer, a variety of other terminal and chronic illnesses and

HIV/AIDS.

“The Sedgefield Hospice Shop is celebrating Valentine’s Day this year by holding a “Love Day Sale”. Please pop into the Shop on Friday 12th February and Monday 15th February to take advantage of the 50% discount that is being offered on all items on these two days only.

A big thank you to all the Volunteers who have soldiered on during this pandemic and have managed to keep the Shop open”.

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Those of you who have been in Sedgefield for a long time may remember the humble beginnings of a business that Oom Kas has built up over the past 13 years.

He started Robertsons Meat Market and Deli from a small shop in the Waterstone Junction Centre in the Main Road of Sedgefield in 2008. His passion for cooking soon had Oom Kas rethinking his business idea. After he had been trading for 18 months, he was approached by Cliffie of Sedgefield Pharmacy and decided to move his business to Woodpecker Mall and re-invent it as Die Koskas Deli. He was initially not keen to move premises but Cliffie’s logical approach regarding the importance of “Location, Location” encouraged him to take a leap of faith and he hasn’t looked back since. Die Koskas recently relocated to the old premises of Trattoria da Vinci.

Oom Kas has a distinctive social gift and there is no doubt that many of us will be sad to see him go but at the ripe old

age of ‘nearly’ 75 he has decided to spend time with his family and be a doting grandad. Having tutored mathematics for many years, Oom Kas has hinted at possibly getting back into tutoring once he has had some time to relax and recharge.

The good news is that Die Koskas is currently undergoing a complete revamp and will re-open on 7 February 2021 under t h e n a m e o f S e d g e f i e l d Delicious. The business will be run similarly to the way Oom Kas ran it but with the addition of numerous new delicatessen items. The new owner, Mariska has what it takes to grow the business in leaps and bounds, h a v i n g h a d m a n y y e a r s experience in the industry. She

aims to offer a Coffee Shop and Deli with a funky retro atmosphere like no other. Exclusive produce, friendly competent staff, a loyalty programme and ultimate comfort will all work towards creating that ‘coffee shop atmosphere effect’.

Be sure to visit Sedgefield Delicious to welcome Mariska and her staff and experience what promises to be ‘the’ place for coffee fanatics and those with a palate for quality delicacies and speciality goods.

Article and photograph by Belinda Van Eyssen

Oom Kas with new owner Mariska

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South Afr ica faces the s i g n i f i c a n t p ro s p e c t o f extended periods of load shedding for the immediate future, amidst challenges faced by Eskom to maintain its network and also meet the nation’s power demands. Energy expert Ted Blom warned this week that he expects a real likelihood of Eskom needing to implement stage 8 of load shedding before winter.

“We always recommend that homeowners and business owners test their alarm and security systems on a regular basis, but this has become more important now than ever before. The battery backup system is a crucial element that needs to be tested, to give you the ease of mind that it will still offer monitoring and protection when the power goes out,” says Charnel Hattingh, Head of Marketing and Communication at Fidelity ADT.

“If you have a stable and correctly programmed security system coupled with a battery that is in a good condition, it will continue to protect your home or your place of work during any power outage.”

The only time any alarm system might not function correctly is if there is a technical issue or the

activates automatically when there is a power failure. We recommend considering an additional battery backup pack, as load shedding puts additional strain on the battery,” she says.

There are a number of practical steps that can be taken to ensure security is not compromised during any power cuts:1. Always remain vigilant, and report suspicious activity in your suburb to the SAPS.2. Ensure that all automated gates and doors are secured3. W i t h t h e a d d e d inconvenience of the lights. going out at night due to power cuts, candles and touch-lights are handy alternatives.4. Test the battery backup sys tem and cons ide r an additional battery pack for standby. Tests of alarm systems should ideally be conducted every six months.5. Power cuts can impact fire systems and fire control systems, so these also need to be checked regularly.6. The more frequent use of gas and candles can increase the risk o f f i r e a n d h o m e f i r e extinguishers should be on hand.“The best approach is to test your alarm system – for your home and your business – today, and to make any repairs that are required as soon as you can,” says Hattingh.

FRIDAY 29th January 2021Monthly Medal CompetitionOur thanks go to Joy Herbst for being on duty today and sorting out the time-consuming task of ascertaining the winners for today's Medal /Individual Stableford game.Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who joined us.

Gold Division Best Nett - Elize Mackenzie-Blom on a count-out with Helen Pahl both on 59Runner up - Helen Pahl 59.

Silver Division Best Nett - Charlene Blacker on a count-out with Colleen St Clair both on 64 Runner up - Colleen St Clair 64.

Bronze Division Best Nett - Delahvonne Veldtmann - 64.Runner up - Martha Smith 67.

Stableford - Eleanor Sparks 39 points

Least putts - Martha Smith 27 putts on a count-out with Almarie MeadNearest the pin - Eda Greenway

Birdies - Elize Mackenzie-Blom 3, Eleanor Sparks 12, Phillie van der Mescht 10, Helen Pahl 15, AlmarieMead 5, Marina van der Westhuizen 3, 18, Charlene Blacker 13.

FRIDAY 5th February 2021Another hot day of golf that we started with gusto. Thank you, Eda Greenway, for being on duty and checking the cards for us. Thank you to the 16 ladies who joined us for a game of 1,2,3.Congratulations to the winners of the day on 87 points - Elize Mackenzie-Blom, Charlene Blacker, Eleanor Sparks and Ronnie Maingard.The nearest the pin prize went to Daleen Schooling.The following birdies were shot: Elize Mackenzie-Blom, Eda Greenway, Linda Evans, Fran Kirsten, Helen Pahl all with one, and Daleen Schooling with 2.

Golf reporting - Almarie Mead (Ladies Captain)

Ladies Golf

Cola/Myoli Beach25 January - Dover Dr. A well-known opportunist was escorted out of the area by COP and Neighbourhood Watch.3 February - Claude Urban Dr. At approx. 20:45. An individual that had booked into a lodge in the area a couple of hours earlier, seemed to be observing different properties. COP and security responded and notified the Lodge owner. He requested that the guest leave immediately. COP escorted the guest and his bags to the local Police Station.4 February – Leervis Rd. At 07:05. Three individuals wearing balaclavas were seen jumping over a fence into a h o u s i n g e s t a t e . T h e s e individuals were originally reported at 05:36 looking around in the bushes near to the l agoon mou th pa rk ing . Security had been alerted.7 February - Dover Dr. A thief managed to gain entry to a residence occupied by holiday-makers via an open window. The perpetrator stole a wallet, cell phone and other valuables.

Groenvallei/Meedingsride28 January - Egret St. At approx. 14:45. Clothes and a purse were stolen out of a motor vehicle. 30 January - Mullet St. A resident was assaulted and robbed by a family member. SAPS, COP and security responded. A case has been opened.31 January - Begonia St. Attempted burglary.4 February - Upper Begonia St. At approx. 11:00. There was an attempted break-in at a residence The perpetrator/s

tried to by-pass the alarm.6 February - Begonia St. At approx. 13:45. An intruder triggered off the beams on a property.7 February - Cnr. Fraser and Begonia St. At 03:35. Alarm beams were triggered at a residence. Security responded quickly.7 February -Waxberry Rd and Fraser St. Between the hours of 02:00 and 04:00. Perpetrators removed the windows of two residences to gain entry, A television was stolen.7 February - Cnr. Fraser and Begonia St. At 22:00. Two perpetrators triggered off the alarm beams at a residence and then ran away up the Begonia Stairs.

Sedgehill27 January - Gardenia St. Residents returned home after a holiday to find that their residence had been burgled sometime during the prior week.28 January - Gardenia St. At approx. 21:24. An intruder set off the alarm at a residence. Security responded.28 January - Volstruis St. At 01:00. Attempted theft out of a motor vehicle 29 January - Gull St. At approx. 14:15. A break-in occurred at a residence. The perpetrator/s gained entry by taking out a window but were disturbed by the residents arriving home. SAPS, the COP and Security responded.1 February- Volstruis St. At approx. 03:30. Three intruders were reported to be on a property1 February - Plumbago St. Three perpetrators tried to force open the back door and the

kitchen window of a residence at 04:50.1 February - Cormorant St. A laptop was stolen after a perpetrator smashed the window of a residence to gain entry. A suspect was apprehended a few minutes later by a security officer and the laptop was retrieved.2 February - Volstruis St. At approx. 06:30. Intruder on a property. Nothing was stolen.4 February - Plumbago St. Between 03:00 and 04:00. An intruder was on a couple of properties. 5 February - Plumbago St. At approx. 17:00. Two individuals were reported to be observing properties along the dune.5 February - Kingfisher Dr. A group of youths have been vandalising canoes left along the lagoon banks. One canoe disappeared and was later found on the corner of Kingfisher and Oestervanger St. 6 February - Plumbago and Gardenia St. Between the hours of 01:10 and 03:30. Residents reported individuals moving around the area at the backs of their properties on the dune side with a very bright torch. Secur i ty ar r ived but the individuals managed to run off into the bush.

Smutsville2 February - Rooikrans and Luthango St. Police and ambulance r e sponded to numerous stabbings.

The Island30 January - Charles Te Water St. A yellow “Fluid Buddy” fishing kayak was stolen. 7 February - Fish Eagle Green. A case of domestic violence was

reported at the boat launching site. COP responded.

The Village26 January - Cnr. Robin Rd and Neddicky St. Between the hours of 01:30 and 02:00. A residence was broken into on Sunday 24thJanuary. Clothing, fishing rods, an overlocking machine, travel cases, etc., were stolen. A case has been opened. This report came through on 26th January.27 January - Bleshoender/ Makou St. In the afternoon A laptop was stolen from a residence after a perpetrator managed to gain entry by forcing a window open.28 January - Makou St. At approx. 15:30.. A female senior citizen was held up in her residence by a perpetrator with a weapon which is believed to have been a knife. The perpetrator threw the lady to the floor and fled with cash and jewellery. Luckily, the lady was not injured in the robbery. 31 January - Hoepoe St. Theft out of a motor vehicle.2 February - Kingfisher Dr. At approx. 18:20. A mother and young son were harassed by a male whilst out jogging. COP and Security responded. 6 February - Main Service Road. A chainsaw and a bag were stolen out of a motor vehicle at a local back-packers. 7 February - Main St. A local Coffee shop was broken into and some goods were stolen including a pair of “Tasco” binoculars.

Tip of the Week:The chances of catching perpetrators will be so much higher if everyone is a little more vigilant and reports any s u s p i c i o u s b e h a v i o u r immediately to COP, SAPS or by posting onto your relevant N e i g h b o u r h o o d Wa t c h WhatsApp group.

25th January - 8th February 2021

Local inventor Winston Barthus came in to show THE EDGE his latest invention.

During Lockdown Winston channelled his energies into creating his COVID 21 Table.

It fits onto any standard plastic garden chair as well as a range of wooden benches.

For more info call Winston on 084 461 1469

On 31 January, the Democratic Alliance (DA) membership of Knysna Councillor Lorraine Opperman was terminated. Ms Opperman was sworn in as a Councillor of Ward 11 on Dec 10, 2019 , rep lac ing the DA Councillor Donovan Poffadder who had resigned the previous month.

According to Dr Dion George (MP), the DA Constituency Head for Knysna, Ms Opperman’s termination came on the back of a Council meeting on Thursday 28 January. “Councillor Opperman voted with the ANC to defeat a DA motion to curtail the powers of the ANC’s mayor and, in that way, to provide better governance to the town,” he said in a statement to the media.

In the statement, George made no bones about what he believed to be the outgoing councillor’s motives.“By voting with the ANC, former c o u n c i l l o r O p p e r m a n demonstrated her disloyalty to the people of Knysna and set back the DA’s vision of a better Knysna for everyone. Ms Opperman’s loyalty clearly lies with the ANC and its Mayor. A DA motion to elect a DA Mayor was also defeated by one vote in a secret ballot on 4 January 2021,” he said.“It is clear that the ANC has worked hard at destabilising the town since 2016. Its strategy of working nefariously to obtain votes from DA councillors against the DA is plain to see.”

Knysna Councillor’s DA Membership Terminated

The MP gave assurances that his party remained committed to the people of Knysna, saying that the DA is more determined than ever to return Knysna to good governance. “We will focus on holding the ANC/KUC/COPE coalition government to account, winning the by-election in Ward 11 and achieving a majority vote at the local elections likely to be contested in November of this year.”

The DA has since sent a letter to the Acting Municipal Manager i n f o r m i n g h i m t h a t M s Opperman’s membership has been terminated. Once he has received this notice, the AMM has seven days to inform the IEC that a vacancy has arisen in the Council.

Thereafter, it depends on whether the IEC will accommodate by-elections this year. Once the Municipal Manager has declared the vacancy, the IEC process kicks in.

KAWS

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Thur 11 low tides 09:45 22:06 high tides 03:43 15:54 sunrise 06:00 sunset 19:26 moonrise 05:19 moonset 19:38

Fri 12 low tides 10:18 22:34 high tides 04:17 16:28sunrise 06:01 sunset 19:25 moonrise 06:22 moonset 20:13

Sat 13 low tides 10:50 23:01 high tides 04:49 16:58sunrise 06:02 sunset 19:24 moonrise 07:24 moonset 20:44

Sun 14 low tides 11:19 23:27 high tides 05:20 17:27sunrise 06:03 sunset 19:23 moonrise 08:23 moonset 21:12

Mon 15 low tides 11:48 23:52 high tides 05:50 17:55sunrise 06:04 sunset 19:22 moonrise 09:21 moonset 21:40

low tides 09:08 21:35 high tides 03:06 15:17sunrise 05:59 sunset 19:27 moonrise 04:14 moonset 18:56

Thur 18 low tides 00:44 13:26 high tides 07:18 19:19sunrise 06:07 sunset 19:18 moonrise 12:08 moonset 23:03

Fri 19 low tides 01:14 14:10 high tides 07:58 20:01sunrise 06:08 sunset 19:17 moonrise13:04 moonset 23:37

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Mon 22 low tides 06:32 19:15 high tides 00:27 12:38sunrise 06:10 sunset 19:14 moonrise 15:55 moonset 00:57

Tue 23 low tides 07:33 20:01 high tides 01:35 13:38sunrise 06:11 sunset 19:12 moonrise 16:48 moonset 01:48

Wed 24 low tides 08:14 20:37 high tides 02:13 14:21sunrise 06:12 sunset 19:11 moonrise 17:38 moonset 02:44

Tue 16 low tide 12:18 high tides 06:19 18:21sunrise 06:05 sunset 19:20 moonrise 10:17 moonset 22:06

Wed 17 low tides 00:17 12:50 high tides 06:47 18:48sunrise 06:06 sunset 19:19 moonrise 11:12 moonset 22:33

HAPPY DAYS we are back again – well sort of!! Back on the beaches and back to playing our usual social format of bowls, e.g. fours, trips and pairs.We still have to give Pieter our names and he will Whatsapp the teams selected to play. Hopefully, this won’t be for long and soon we will be able to go back to tabs in normal days and normal times.

EDEN SENIOR SINGLES CHAMPION:Congratulations to Neels Theron the new Senior Men's Champion. Fantastic win - well done.LADIES SENIOR SINGLES COMPETITION: Congratulations to Ronel Eloff for getting the bronze medal. E D E N M E N ’ S O P E N SINGLES: Three of our members are through to the play-offs, which will be held on the 20th February. They are Neels Theron, Hennie Vuyk and Luke Hugill.Congratulations and we wish you good luck and good bowling.

EDEN MIXED PAIRS: List on the notice board. Please enter your names and money in the box.

CLUB COMPETITIONS: Ladies Drawn Pairs. Winners - Joey Estie & Maz Moore Runners Up - Merle de Kock & Christel Oesch – unfortunately, due to covid rules spectators were not allowed, but it was a close-fought game decided on an extra end. Well played Joey & Maz.Men’s Drawn Pairs will be played on Tuesday. The result in the next edition of The Edge.

GRUB NEWS: GORDON’S SEAFOOD SHACK – will be returning to the bowling club on a Friday evening between 16h30 and 18h30 as from the 12th February – no more cooking on a Friday – so for a bit of fun come along, grab a drink at the bar and get your supper, all at the club.

On that note, I will say cheers for now. (keep safe)

On the kitty

28/01/21On a fine day for golf, the Monthly Mug and Pizza Competition was entered into enthusiastically by sets of players from both the ''A'' (medal) and ''B'' (stableford) divisions.With the continuing debatable ruling regarding the alcohol ban, we the members should be applauded for the lowering of the accident statistics between the course and the city of Sedgefield. We should also thank the

government for caring so much about us, we have now been reduced to awarding vouchers as prizes.The ''A '' division was won by Henry with an excellent net 56. In 2nd place was newcomer (check his handicap) Chris on 58 just pipping Paul on a count-out. In 4th place was our current 2020 champ Peter Schnetler on 59, was it a flash in the pan I ask myself?

The ''B'' division was won by Rudy who romped home with a wonderful score of 39 points thrashing Vaughan who had a meagre 37 into 2nd place. The also-rans were on 35 and Dave Malyon followed by Brian Stewart on 34. The longest day

position was won by that distinguished gentleman Jan Lotter with a magnificent 25 points.

We have a couple of stalwarts on the injured list, firstly Roy Stedman of (Moving On ) fame who is battling the big C and winning and then our news scribe who underwent an emergency quadruple bypass a couple of weeks ago but is recovering well. He is now at home with his dogs doing nothing but weight training with a loaf of bread and then walking, his minimum being 5Kms per day but no more than 100Kms, we look forward to them both returning to chase the little white ballicky around the course in the

not too distant future.

04/02/21Once again the gentlemen gathered in their numbers on a lovely day for the 1st round of the Better Ball Stableford Knock out competition with all pairings competing for that prestigious prize, and of course the boasting rights, to be presented at the year-end function. Through to the next round are the following teams, Pierre & Henry, Ian & Peter H, Rudy & Chris, Peter S & Mark, Willem & Brian S and Trevor & Jan L. Good luck guy's! The next round will be seeded just to make it interesting. Nearest the Pin were Ian and Malcolm.Brian

2 – 11 July are the official dates for this year’s Knysna Oyster Festival. The theme is “Knysna is open – and for business” and the sentiment behind this is “instead of working from home, wherever you live, you can work from Knysna for the full 10 days of the Knysna Oyster Festival”. Internet connectivity here is fantastic and whilst you work, you and your family can enjoy a mid-year break.

The term used is “digital n o m a d s ” . A c c o r d i n g t o Wikipedia, Digital nomads are p e o p l e w h o u s e t e l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s technologies to earn a living and, more generally, conduct their life in a nomadic manner. Such workers often work remotely

from foreign countries, coffee shops, public libraries, co-working spaces, or recreational vehicles.

2021 Will be a hybrid event which means that actual, as well as virtual events, will take place. With the unknown state of the Coronavirus situation at any given time, we anticipate that the ‘actual’ events will be niche with limited entries: this to be able to align within the accepted norms of any level that could be called by the government.

The key to this community event being a success is for the whole town to be involved in making it happen. Thus we are calling on all existing local businesses, events and operators to take on this opportunity to showcase

their product(s) or activity to our Oyster Festival visitors:

Local entities that develop products of interest (e.g. boat builders, timber manufacturers, brewers, automotive industries, food growers , e tc) , tour operators, accommodations, restaurants, shops and galleries – there are no limits – should consider being a part of the programme of offerings. To this end, whoever is here during the 10 days will be able to enjoy everything on offer from the a b o v e o n t h e F e s t i v a l Programme.

Businesses and events that form part of the programme must ensure that they comply with COVID-19 norms and protocols, working on the presumption of

level 3 regulations as the guideline.

Interested local businesses (including accommodation establishments and restaurants), event organisers, musicians, entertainers, activities and operators are requested to complete an online form which can be found on www.Knysna OysterFestival.co.za • Applications to be a part of the festival close on Friday, 16 April 2021.This year’s Knysna Oyster Festival programme will include sport, art, music, entertainment, fun, the forest, and lots of family activities. For more information, email info@KnysnaOysterFestival.co.za

tortoistuff cancelled

FRIDAY 29th January 2021M o n t h l y M e d a l CompetitionOur thanks go to Joy Herbst for being on duty today and s o r t i n g o u t t h e t i m e -c o n s u m i n g t a s k o f ascertaining the winners for today's Medal /Individual Stableford game.Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who joined us.

Gold Division Best Nett - Elize Mackenzie-Blom on a count-out with Helen Pahl both on 59Runner up - Helen Pahl 59.

Silver Division Best Nett - Charlene Blacker on a count-out with Colleen St Clair both on 64 Runner up - Colleen St Clair 64.

Bronze Division Best Nett - Delahvonne Veldtmann - 64.Runner up - Martha Smith 67.

Stableford - Eleanor Sparks 39

Least putts - Martha Smith 27 putts on a count-out with Almarie MeadNeares t the p in - Eda Greenway

Birdies - Elize Mackenzie-Blom 3, Eleanor Sparks 12, Phillie van der Mescht 10, Helen Pahl 15, AlmarieMead 5, Marina van der Westhuizen 3, 18, Charlene Blacker 13.

FRIDAY 5th February 2021Another hot day of golf that we started with gusto. Thank you, Eda Greenway, for being on duty and checking the cards for us. Thank you to the 16 ladies who joined us for a game of 1,2,3.Congratulations to the winners of the day on 87 points - Elize Mackenzie-Blom, Charlene Blacker, Eleanor Sparks and Ronnie Maingard.The nearest the pin prize went to Daleen Schooling.The following birdies were shot: Elize Mackenzie-Blom, Eda Greenway, Linda Evans, Fran Kirsten, Helen Pahl all w i t h o n e , a n d D a l e e n Schooling with 2.

Golf reporting - Almarie Mead (Ladies Captain)