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FR EE Friday September 7, 2018 TASTE FOR RUBBER The Williams family. Photos supplied by Help SANParks identify the family. tyre chewing lions - page 2 Mother and son critical after giraffe attack in Hoedspruit A female giraffe who had recently given birth attacked Hoedspruit Sam Williams has conveyed his gratitude to all emergency personal, 50 KM FOR DANIEL Local duo take on Greek swim resident Katy Williams (35) and her three year old son, Finn on Monday ER24, the medical team of Busamed Modderfontein Hospital, the - page 3 late afternoon just a mere 150 metres from their home. management team and residents of Blyde Wildlife Estate as well as According to a press release that the HOEDSPRUIT HERALD received the community of Hoedspruit for their assistance and support in this from the property where the incident occurred, Blyde Wildlife Estate, the difficult time for him and his family. mother and child were found by the woman's husband whilst they were The estate manager of Blyde Wildlife Estate, Riaan Cilliers, confirmed still under attack from the animal at approximately 18:00. the incident,“We are all in shock about this very sad incident and we The husband, Sam Williams, managed to chase the Giraffe away. Katy ensure the family that they are in our prayers". Williams and Finn were treated on the scene by Hoedspruit Medical Cilliers confirmed that the giraffe in question has a two month old calf, Rescue as well as a medical doctor from Hoedspruit, Dr Victor Loftie- which might had an influence on her behaviour. Eaton. Sam Williams, a resident of the United Kingdom, and his wife, The patients were transferred to a local airfield and the medical team originally from the United States of America, are both scientists with worked relentlessly to stabilise mother and son while waiting for two post PhD experience in animal related fields. helicopters to arrive from ER 24. Williams confirmed that he understands nature and with the BE MORE The helicopters arrived later in the evening and Finn was the first to information available at the time of going to press, he regarded the be airlifted to Busamed Modderfontein Hospital in Johannesburg. The incident as an unfortunate act of nature, where the giraffe saw his wife Locals roar with the mother then followed shortly in the second helicopter. and son as a threat to her young one. hearts of lions An operation was performed on Finn during the early hours of Tuesday The family has asked the public and media to kindly respect their - page 8 morning to release pressure on his brain due to injuries sustained. At the privacy during this very difficult time that they are going through. Any time of going to press, both mother and son were stable but in a critical further queries will be handled by their family lawyer, Me Marina Botha condition. from Botha & Lovegrove Attorneys situated in Hoedspruit.
2 GENERAL HOEDSPRUIT HERALD Friday September 7, 2018 Photo for illustraƟon only. Delegates at the conference. Recognising biodiversity economy during conference Help SANParks KRUGER to Canyon Biosphere Region the national system of innovation, including environmental monitors attended the national imperatives, such as, job creation, Biodiversity Economy Innovation and People unemployment and inequality, which are and Parks Conference in Venda on Saturday, guided by the principles of sustainable identify ‘tyre chewing’ August 25, which was a turning and learning utilisation and conservation of the country’s point for them. biological indigenous resources by hosting a Daddy from the Lekgalemeetsi CPA National Biodiversity Economy Innovation said, "Government ministers, provincial Conference in Limpopo Province, which is in lions in Kruger premier and other government dignitaries attendance by the President of the Republic were addressing the citizens about the of South Africa. importance of biodiversity, material remains Some of the anticipated outcomes of on archaeological sites and economic the Biodiversity Economy Innovation development, to mention a few." Conference are that the innovation potential He continued stating that, "Financial of the biodiversity economy is recognised HEADING to Kruger this weekend? Well understanding of this strange behaviour and assistance was orally requested from our and promoted, the potential of the there’s a ‘tyre chewing’ lion gang on the whether it is one individual responsible or honourable president to improve our biodiversity economy to yield a salient return prowl and SANParks need help identifying whether the whole pride is exhibiting this economy through green initiatives. In his on investment is recognised and considered the perpetrators. behavioural issue. This is where SANParks speech, the president seems to be passionate for promotion in high level investment A pride of ‘tyre chewing’ lions have been needs your help. about biodiversity conservation and he stated summits of the country and the job creation reported north of Satara in the Kruger Visitors are being encouraged to take pics that our country is ranked number three opportunities of the biodiversity economy are National Park and SANParks are requesting of the pride and share these to SANPark’s worldwide for having diversity of human acknowledged and considered for profiling in assistance in identifying the perpetrators. social media platforms such as Facebook, species and natural resources with Brazil the high level jobs summits of the country. KNP Managing Executive, Glenn Phillips Twitter, Instagram. being number one, followed by Indonesia." The Biodiversity Economy Innovation says, “We have received information from Guests are requested to photograph South Africa has a long history of formal conference brought together stakeholders various tourists who have witnessed this the lions in such a way so as to capture and informal initiatives linked to innovation from the wildlife industry, academia, behaviour. We would like to appeal to the unique identifying features such as scars, in the biodiversity economy. The domestic traditional leadership and government. open safari vehicle operators specifically to ear notches and even the unique pattern and international trade of biodiversity The stakeholders deliberated on innovative be on the look-out as the behaviour of the of whisker spots. Guest safety remains economy innovation products contributes ideas that promoted sustainable utilisation pride is of concern and might pose danger to paramount so visitors are only asked to assist 3 billion to national GDP, and by the and conservation of the country's biological occupants”. if it is safe to do so. year 2030, the sector aspires to grow the resources. The conference aimed to ensure Visitors are advised to be cautious if they “We also request visitors not to get too economic stream at ten percent per annum, that the biodiversity economy produces do come across this pride and witness the close to any animals for footage at a sighting, and add an additional 110 000 new jobs. healthy returns on investment. The scope behaviour. or refrain from placing any items on the The purpose of the Biodiversity Economy of innovation products in the biodiversity Veterinary Wildlife Services aims to vehicle exterior or tyres which might attract Innovation Conference was to profile the economy included bio prospecting and collar one of the pride members in order to and encourage animals to approach the Biodiversity Economy with the People and bio-trade products such as cosmetics and monitor its movements and gain a better vehicle,” says Phillips. Parks Programme as an investment-ready pharmaceutical; wildlife and ecotourism platform and as a significant contributor to products. In the “HOED” we were Born to... Get your braai on and win big with the HOEDSPRUIT HERALD. Stand a chance to win a R500 Lowveld Meat Market voucher and a R500 Bloo GiŌs voucher! 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HOEDSPRUIT HERALD Friday September 7, 2018 GENERAL 3 Brother and sister duo swim 50 km for charity LOCAL residents and brother and sister, with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD). Troy and Lilly Otto are currently undertaking Through the Benjamin Osmers foundation a marathon of a swim in Greece, all in the and in memory of Benjamin Osmers, Troy name of charity. and Lilly hope to raise enough funds to get Their unaided 50 km swim will take them Daniel a much needed high-tech adjustable on an unforgettable journey through crystal standing frame to make his life a little easier. clear waters of the Ionian Sea. In addition, Daniël's Lion Heart Challenge They are carrying everything with them in took place in Hoedspruit last weekend and order to tackle the self-assisted swim, along local residents took part in challenging Zakinthos and Kefalonia’s eastern shorelines. obstacle races in order to raise funds for The swim is done to raise awareness and Daniël. See back page. funds for the Benjamin Osmers Foundation. At the time of going to press, Troy and Lilly Osmers was a true wildlife legend who had swam 32 km so far are on Zakinthos and dedicated his life to wildlife conservation had 18 km to go on Kefalonia. and making a difference wherever he could. They had also reached just over R33, 000 He tragically passed away in a helicopter of their R50, 000 target. accident just under two years ago. His legacy Upon their return to South Africa, Troy and commitment to making a change in the will give the HOEDSPRUIT HERALD a full world carries on through the Foundation. update on their adventure of a lifetime. The Benjamin Osmers Foundation will To donate to the worthy cause, visit donate all proceeds accumulated from this https://www.backabuddy.co.za/champion/ event to Daniël Otto. project/greek-island-swim Daniël is a courageous five year old boy
4 GENERAL HOEDSPRUIT HERALD Friday September 7, 2018 Allen Mabaso, on behalf of the Learner Harry Moyo handing over a Representa ve council together with School principal cer ficate of apprecia on to Wikus Harry Moyo, explaining how difficult it is trying to Viljoen. study from home. Learners to benefit from donated portable showers stated Harry Moyo, the Moses Mnisi High school principal. the Learner Representative council explained how difficult it Refiloe Matome refiloe@herald.co.za The school principal further elaborated that when is trying to study from home, "I am a grade 12 learner, and it companies or individuals recognise their efforts and see what is very difficult trying to study at home and coming to school TRAINING Force together with Working Force handed they are trying to achieve and extend a hand to help them we feel better around one another, we are united like a family. over three portable showers to Moses Mnisi High School in achieve their goals, that on its own is a great contribution that I have learnt one thing today, and that is 'if you really want Cottondale, Acornhoek on Thursday, August 30. anyone can make to their movement. to go far in life you need to take some people with you and “As a Group, we decided to donate three portable showers "Moses Mnisi Secondary School will never disappoint, the only reason why you live is to improve the lives of others to the school in order to help their grade 12 learners with regardless of all forces that are around. We shall keep on and not yourself. If people who do not even know us or where better hygiene facilities. The showers cost just over R50 000,” producing great results and make sure that the community of we come from can do this for us why can’t I improve my own said Wickus Viljoen, Training Force’s Regional Manager. Cottondale is occupied by professionals," he concluded. community’,” concluded Mabaso. "I would like to extend my gratitude on behalf of Moses Viljoen further stated: "We are very privileged to hand Mnisi Secondary School to thank Training Force for what over the portable showers to the school. We believe that they have done for our our school. these showers will aid the learners not to only excel in their “We are the living testimony that we can indicate that the existence of Training Force is to improve the lives of other examinations but to reach people. The reason I am encouraged to come to school every beyond the stars. This Meet Mark Peters, Nelson morning is because I have one sole goal, to improve the lives projects lies closely to our of my people and I can only do that by working very hard heart as at Training Force we at the school so that each and every learner enrolled at the work closely with learners." Allen Mabaso, on behalf of Mandela’s photographer school should be an accountable adult in our community," THE HAUNTING TALE OF SA’S LOST BOYS TOURISTS and residents of Hoedspruit recently in Afghanistan", Peters told the P alike were recently treated to an impromptu HERALD. recount of Mark Peters’ life as a news During the course of his astounding photographer as they waited to board their career, Peters points to a few moments that flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit. stand out to him. All these subjects have Intent listeners were treated to a relaxing, stories attached to them. He has covered NEEW ! fun and thought provoking forty-five minute 16 war’s around the world, he took the first M GA talk about his life with Nelson Mandela in photograph of Nelson Mandela as a free man Y COLOUR BS the early years after his release from twenty to be transmitted around the world, he was NUMBER seven years in jail. the first person to be escorted into Nelson “About eight month ago I was flying Mandela’s Robben Island prison cell by the from Cape Town to Hoedspruit wearing my man himself, Nelson Mandela. He pent many MUST-READ CHEEKY Mandela T-shirt and an American tourist a Sunday lunch at Mark’s house in Mellville, approached me and asked me where I got my Johannesburg, he travelled to the USA with Sto ries T-shirt and I said it is mine, I photographed Nelson Mandela and had the honor of joining BOOZY BEN this photo,” Peters told the HOEDSPRUIT him in a tickertape parade in New York. GUIDE BACK IN REHAB! HERALD. "In this time, I had the opportunity CHARMED “The American tourist started wanting to meet and photograph then President CHARLOTTE’S to hear more about how I did that and I George W. Bush in the Oval Office, I met TO THE LIFE AS explained my journey, just only to find out Mother Theresa during a visit to Cape Town, A PRINCESS fifty people in the departure lounge are photographed Margeret Thatcher at 10 PERFECT actually listening to me. When we got to Downing Street, and King Hussein of Jordan Hoedspruit, the American tourist told me at his palace in Oman. I was sentenced to that he has not started his safari but he death by the Dogon tribe in Mali, happily BEHIND already had an incredible experience. I want my execution is yet to be carried out. I was to keep the legacy of Nelson Mandela alive also sentenced to death, to be ‘necklaced’, in and entertain the guests,” says Peters.. 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6 SCHOOLS HOEDSPRUIT HERALD Friday September 7, 2018 Laerskool Mariepskop se Graad 6 leerders, leer prakƟes hoe die stemproses tydens ‘n verkiesing werk. In die foto stem Tihandré Reynecke en Die Graad 5’s beoefen Argeologie in Riepies se Graad 1’s het verlede week MarƟn Schoeman is die onaĬanklike die Sosiale Wetenskappe klas. gebak en brou. kommissaris. BrigeƩe Ntuli who came third in the three kilometre cross country event for girls U/12. Die Riepies se Graad 7’s leer van naaldwerk en ontwerp en maak hul eie pennesakkies. Akademie is Riepies se hoogste prioriteit AKADEMIE is Laerskool Mariepskop se hoogste Die Riepies gebruik bekwame, kundige personeel wat prioriteit. bydra tot die skep van ’n positiewe selfbeeld by elke Dit is die een aspek wat die grootste verskil in ’n kind leerder. se toekoms kan maak. Die leerders van Laerskool Mariepskop geniet elke dag By Laerskool Mariepskop pak ons akademie met by die lekker plek. entoesiasme en pret aan. Thapelo, Dimpho and Kananelo (U/13) competed in the three kilometre cross country event aŌer playing in the elite league hockey game on Saturday. Riepies se ywerige onder 0/11A’s staan gereed om die korthoekie te Pippa Bierman is op spoed en vasberade om die bal verdedig en wen 2-0. weg van haar opponent te kry. Riepies hokkiespelers doen hulle ding LAERSKOOL Mariepskop het die afgelope Vrydag teen Die Riepies hou styf duimvas dat al die spanne sal Laerskool Dr. Annecke en Laerskool Tzaneen gespeel in vorder tot by die semi-finale. die plaaslike hokkieliga. Met hul durf, ywer en deursettingsvermoë behoort die Die spanne het uitstekend gevaar en met drie wenne spanne hulle goed van dié taak te kwyt. terug gekom. Die Riepies staan bankvas agter hulle. VACANT STAND BLYDE WILDLIFE ESTATE HOEDSPRUIT THURSDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2018 0 :0 The Drakie cross country team who competed for a place in the LLSV team. 11 Drakies cross country VENUE: STAND 6 BLYDE WILDLIFE ESTATE, HOEDSPRUIT MA 995 season finishes at Unicorn ON Saturday, the Cross Country to do their best. Portion 6 of the Farm Blyde Wildlife Estate 619 Registration Division KT athletes from Drakensig Primary Drakies are very proud of Limpopo - Extent: 3 055m² went to Unicorn to compete in Brigette Ntuli who came third VACANT STAND IN THE BEAUTIFULL BLYDE WILDLIFE ESTATE. their last event of the season. in the three kilometere race for Directions: On R527 from Hoedspruit towards Strydom Tunnel, The learners who participated girls U/12. ±20.8km. had a change to make the LLSV Drakies are so proud of all R10 000 REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION DEPOSIT PAYABLE! team. the cross country runners who 5% Deposit Plus Commission : Bidders to register & supply proof of identity and residence. Regulations to Consumer Protection Act: www.vansauctions.co.za They were excited to participated in this year’s cross Tel (013) 752 6924 | Jaco 072 252 4380 jaco@vansauctions.co.za participate and looked forward country season. ALSO TO BE VIEWED ON “WWW.VANSAUCTIONEERS.CO.ZA”
HOEDSPRUIT HERALD Friday September 7, 2018 SCHOOLS 7 The grade RR’s in front of the big yellow fire truck. Riepies spog graag met hul grondslagfase leerders wat aan die Afrikaanse Eisteddfod deelgeneem het. Die grade RRE’s poses with a fire truck. Drakies enjoy the fire department Die senior leerders van Laerskool Mariepskop, is met goue lepels in die mond gebôre, en presteer uitstekend by vanjaar se Afrikaanse Eisteddfod. THE grade RR's and grade RRE's from Drakensig Primary School had the making the day an exciting educational experience for the learners. Riepies maak digters trots by Eisteddfod opportunity to visit the air force base's fire They enjoyed the outing and now department on Thursday, August 30. understand the role of the fire department RIEPIES het 'n beoordeelaar wat amper nie Twee Riepies ontvang goue seëls. During the outing, the toddlers learned better. betyds opgedaag het nie, behoorlik gewys Die beoordelaar was die gesoute Louise the importance of the fire brigade in their The learners got the opportunity to ride in wat se talent versteek is in Hoedspruit. Lachenicht. community. one of the fire trucks. Een-en-Dertig Riepies het aan die tweede Die kinders het aan haar lippe gehang met The learners also got the opportunity to The grade RR's and grade RRE's from Afrikaanse Eisteddfod deelgeneem. al haar raad en aanbevelings. touch the equipment. Drakensig Primary would like to thank W/O Nege leerders verower diamant, Sy was baie in haar noppies met ons Drakensig Primary School would like Mohabe for making the day possible. vyf dubbelgoue, tien goue en vier Riepies se talent en sien uit om volgende jaar to thank the fire department officials for silwertoekennings. weer hier in die Laeveld te kom kuier. Daar word hard gewerk om die pad skoon te kry. Die ongeluk se wrakstukke word opgetel. Almal saam met David met die vol vrag. Hoedspruit Voortrekkers ruim op HOEDSPRUIT Voortrekkers, het vir die opgeruim. tweede keer hierdie jaar, die pad vanaf Dit is vir die Voortrekkers ‘n riem onder Kamogelo tot by die Drakensig-afrit die hart wanneer die gemeenskap saam skoongemaak. betrokke raak ter ondersteuning van Binne 'n uur het die handjievol kinders en plaaslike projekte. volwassenes 15 vullissakke met afval gevul. Die kinders kan nie glo dat mense nie David van Letaba wireless-internet, het omgee vir hulle omgewing nie. goedgunstiglik met sy voertuig gehelp om die Hulle het die projek geweldig baie geniet sakke op te laai en te gaan stort. en die roomys op die einde van die roete was Die wrakstukke van ‘n vroeëre ongeluk ‘n heerlike bonus. op die hoek by Van Rensburgsaal is ook
LiƩle warriors ready to take on Daniel’s Lion Heart Challenge last weekend at the Blyde Adventure Camp. Be more, be inspired... MARINA Otto, the mother of Daniël Otto, wrote to the HOEDSPRUIT HERALD in order to fill the Hoedspruit community in on how Daniël’s Lion Heart Challenge went last he plans to overcome this, by making Hoedspruit a priority on his calendar, and even though he is not physically in Hoedspruit at times he will continue to seek out corporate weekend. investment to help offset travel, logistics and collateral that promotes Hoedspruit and its She reminds us all to be inspired, BE MORE... citizens through grassroots programs. WarriorRic’s vision for Hoedspruit is PRESENCE. Nothing happens till we show up. Hoedspruit hosted the very first annual Daniel’s Lion Heart Challenge at Blyde Keep showing up, regardless of how difficult it is! Face your fears, overcome the naysayers Adventure Camp on Saturday. This event attracted young and old, the fit and the not so that reside in your head, and find your purpose. If you only take home one message fit all in support of Daniel Otto, a courageous little local 5 year old boy who suffers from WarriorRic delivered it is the following: “I want them to know that they are Great because Congenital Muscular Dystrophy, and other special needs children in our local area. they are Grate-ful. And I want them to make their bed... like a Soldier” (If you attended The event consisted of 3 tailor-made obstacle courses, 400m Little Hero Race, 5km race one of his talks you willunderstand this reference) and for the brave the 10km race were participants got a bit dirty, but in most cases a lot Organizers of this event would like to thank the following people or businesses: dirty in the name of love! WarriorRic, Blyde Adventure Camp, NTT Toyota, Tshukudu Decking, Letaba Timber, This event exceeded everyone’s expectations by far, over 400 individuals took part in Little Bush, Hoedspruit Medical Rescue, Hoffmans Thatching, Blydevallei, Bundox, this event and over 1000 people supported the event on the day. Our MC for the day was Sausage Tree Safari camp, Leopardo electrical, Hi-Q, Jahara, Brondal Treated Timbers, the amazing motivational dynamo WarriorRic. Oasis Water, Afrique Water, Pam Golding,Heidi Lee Smith, Kruger2Cayon, Deon J During his 5 day visit WarriorRic visited Hoedspruit High, Southern Cross, Lowveld Breytenbach, Overbrug, Hoedspruit Plaaswag, Lowveld Academy, Total Hoedspruit, Academy, Laerskool Mariepskop, Laerskool Drakensig, Jahara treatment centre and Laerskool Mariepskop, Forever Resorts Swadini, Hackett’s Hideaway, Badger projects, the Black Mambas anti-poaching unit. Accord to WarriorRic one recurring aspect of MTO Lowveld, Ludie Erasmus vervoer, Coastal Hire, Benjamin Osmers foundation, Hoedspruit is how powerful our community is, which is a much needed gap in our society Troy and Lilly Otto, PostNet, Steers, Agri Box, Hornbill, The Great Outdoors, Michael today is the sense of community and camaraderie. Everyone in Hoedspruit knows each and Lindsey Dickerson, Anri Smit,Lafras and Cora Tremper Mariepskop Kleuterskool, other, they pitch in where they can and stuff just simply gets done- without a fuss, and Annamie Meintjes, Godding and Godding, Moriah foods and everyone who sponsored with a whole lot of hugs! prizes. WarrorRic feels passion is something we all have and believes it is innate. Some of us This event was so successful that we made R50 000 towards the cause. The Lion Heart just choose to share more of our fire than others. WarriorRic is definitely one of those Challenge already has commitments from individuals and companies to get involved people who shares his inner fire until he is convinced that as many as possible can again. Anyone interested in getting involved or donating to the Lion Heart Challenge feel it, not just witness it. The passion our community displayed moved WarriorRic so 2019 for Daniel and other young warriors suffering from Muscular Dystrophy can contact much that he has decided to visit Hoedspruit often, and continue to engage as many Marina Otto on 082 823 8414 or m.vanheerden2@gmail.com Educators, Parents, Learners and generally those in need of encouragement in order to Look out for next year’s date soon. help transform society through building personal brands with an accountable leadership I will leave you with this, Sometimes real super heroes live in the hearts of small acumen. children fighting big battles…. Be inspired, BE MORE! Although physical distance between Hoedspruit and where he lives is an obstacle
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