'Angel Mums support group was started in September 2003, so we marked the occasion of 10 years of serving women who had lost children on Wed 11th September 2013 at our monthly meeting at the Protea Hotel, Hilton. They hotel generously host us free of charge for which we are so grateful. We have about 50 members on our books (sadly).

The candles we lit in memory of our children we lost, and also to show the strong circle of light we can bring to mums in their grief. It also symbolises the very close bonds our "circle" of grieving mums have formed.' Said Cherri Forsyth one of the founding members of this support group.

On reading this email received from Cherri Forsyth, the local Hilton Covered team of Desiree Hickinbotham and Doreen Philip of DP Design decided that Angel Mums should have a Logo so that they will be able to print the business cards they have been wanting. They plan to have cards available at hospitals for mothers who have experienced a loss so that they know there is someone who has been through a similar loss that they can reach out to.

The Logo above was decided on and group members had the following to say about their new identity;

'The logo looks amazing. It fits what we are about.'

'I think it is great. What a good idea.'

'This is so beautiful, our Angels in our hands. What a great way to honour them. I love it.'

'This looks perfect and is certainly a generous gift.'

'What a fantastic gift. It generated the feeling of gentleness and protection to me.

Wonderful, what a special gift – I love it!'

'What a wonderful gift! I think the logo is super.'

We are pleased to have been able to offer this small gift to mark the tenth year of Angel Mums and the group will also have a complimentary listing page at HiltonVillage.co.za going forward so they can easily be contacted and kept in mind.

Hilton resident Linda Shrives expresses her gratitude for assitance generously offered by neighbours during a recent veld fire along the Hilton College Road.

'I would like to say a very big thank you to everyone who helped us fight the fire which ran through our property last week.

If it was not for your help and support I do believe that the out come would have been drastic.

Support arrived from all corners, it is such a great feeling to know that we are surrounded by such unselfish and committed people.

Many many hugs,

Linda Shrives'

The Hilton Garden Club has been participating in the annual Garden Show for many years. Last year we won a gold medal and this year we won silver. The theme for 2013 was "Be Yourself" and our interpretation was a woodland scene with a path leading through it to a place where you can truly "Be Yourself".

The judges complimented us on our interpretation and also on the quality and choice of plant material. It was hard work building the stand but the members involved thoroughly enjoyed the experience. There was great camaraderie and encouragement among the garden clubs building stands and we all hope that more clubs will participate at future garden shows.

Your will is the most important document you will sign; and if done properly it will give peace of mind to you and your family.

Mike Wilkinson will be happy to draft your will, free of charge, or to advise you on your existing will.

We would like to encourage you to make a Will. Here are some of the more important aspects which you need to consider.

Even if your assets are not of great monetary value they will be of sentimental value to you your family and those whom you care for.

A properly prepared Will allows you to direct, before your death, what must happen to your assets after your death; and you decide who will distribute your assets.

The law does not compel one to make a Will but anyone of sound mind older than 16 years may do so.

We strongly encourage everyone to make a will or to review your existing will.

Reasons to draft a Will (i.e. to die Testate)

• Your assets will be distributed according to your wishes
• You will nominate someone you trust to be the executor who will carry out your wishes in terms of your Will.
• To protect the inheritance of minor beneficiaries and secure their maintenance.
• By making your wishes known, you will avoid conflict and confusion amongst those closest to you.
• Estate Duty and other costs can be estimated and in some circumstances even avoided.

What happens if you die without a Will? (i.e. die intestate)

If you die without leaving a Will your estate will be dealt with under the Laws of Intestate Succession. This may cause unnecessary hardship for your family as the following problems may arise:

• your assets may not be distributed according to your wishes
• an executor must be nominated and appointed which may cause a delay as the intestate heirs have to consent to such appointment. Such nominated Executor may have to lodge security with the Master of the High Court before receiving the appointment as executor
• the appointed executor may be someone you would not have chosen yourself
• Any awards due to minor bene ciaries would probably have to be deposited to the Guardians Fund of the Master of the High Court.

What happens in the case of a divorce?

When a person dies within 3 months after a divorce has been granted, any bequest to the divorced spouse under a Will signed before the divorce will fall away, unless it is clear from the Will that this was not the intention. However, should the person not sign a new Will after the 3 month period, then the original Will becomes valid again.

Further Changes of Circumstances that may require you to update or review your Will

Change of circumstances would include:

• changes in marital statues
• birth of a child/grandchild
• purchase/sale of a property
• death of a spouse, an heir or executor
• nominated in your Will
• increase in the value of your estate
• changes in legislation
• changes in your intentions or wishes

Points to consider when drafting your Will

The Beneficiaries / Heirs: - the persons to benefit must be clearly identifiable from the Will.

Special Bequests or Legacies - A bequest or legacy is a specific item or an amount of money which is left to a specific beneficiary. Any item so bequeathed must be clearly described.

The Residuary Heirs - Heirs are the bene ciaries inheriting the remainder of the estate after payment of liabilities, expenses and bequests or legacies. The assets need not be described or listed.

Trusts - A Testamentary Trust may be created should you wish a benefit bequeathed to a beneficiary to be administered by a trustee for the benefit of the beneficiary. For example should your beneficiary be a minor or someone incapable of handling his/her financial affairs or should you wish someone to enjoy the income of the benefit for his/her lifetime while someone else enjoys the capital on the death of the income beneficiary, there may be a good reason to create a Testamentary Trust. I.e. a Trust set up after death in terms of the Will.

Guardians - a guardian may be nominated to take care of any minor children.

Executor - The executor is the person you nominate to take control of your assets and to administer and distribute your estate in terms of your Will. In view of the specialised knowledge required to administer an estate the Master of the High Court will usually insist that a professional be used to administer the estate. A professional person may therefore be nominated or a family member may be appointed who would then appoint the services of a professional person. More than one executor may be appointed. A good balance is achieved by appointing a family member and an attorney as co – executors.

Trustees – The Trustee will administer the Testamentary Trust once the estate administration has been nalised. The Trustee is governed by the powers given in terms of the Will. The Trustee must keep accurate records of all his transactions and is accountable to the bene ciaries of the Trust. The Trustee need not be the same person as the Executor and more than one trustee may be appointed.

Estate Duty - Estate Duty is payable at the rate of 20% on the nett value of the deceased's assets exceeding R3.5 million. Assets left to a spouse are exempt from Estate Duty.

General

Further points to consider:

Consideration must be given to ensure continuation of business interests after death, by way of agreements with partners in writing. Oral agreements are very dif cult to prove after death.

If you have remarried and have children from a former marriage, the relationship between step-parent and step-child should be considered.

Limited Interests such as usufructs and duciary inter- ests may be considered to achieve your wishes

Should you have overseas assets, it is recommended that you discuss this with us.

No one wants to think about dying and it is easy to put off preparing your Will, yet a will can have a profound effect on the happiness and wellbeing of the people you love the most

Michael Clive Wilkinson B.A.LL.B. (Natal) Cert Tax & Estate Planning (Unisa) has been drafting wills for many years. With his thorough knowledge of testamentary law and expertise Mike will ensure your wishes are carried out after your death.

Michael Clive Wilkinson has welcomed Leigh Ann Swart to M. C. Wilkinson & Co. Leigh Ann has a formal qualification in the administration of estates and has over 25 years in the field. Leigh Ann has held senior positions in both the public and private sector of the fiduciary industry. Leigh Ann administers estates with empathy for the needs and circumstances of the beneficiaries.

Come and discuss your needs; we would like to help you.

St Anne's Diocesan College hosted the annual Invitational Doubles Tennis Tournament over the September holidays. Once again, the Hilton College / St Anne's tournament saw 16 teams participating in a series of girls, boys and mixed doubles matches, with matches being played at the joint host schools courts. The schools invited were, as they are every year, from around the country: Clifton College (KZN); St Mary's Kloof (KZN); Durban High School (KZN); Roedean School (Gaut); Somerset College (WP); Somerset College (WP); St Alban's College (Gauteng); St Mary's Pretoria (Gauteng);
Kingswood College (EP); Kingswood College (EP); St Stithians College (Gaut) St Mary's Waverley (Gaut);
Penryn College (Mpum); Penryn College (Mpum); Hilton College (KZN) and St Anne's College (KZN).

For those unfamiliar with the format, boys and girls teams are partnered and then compete in a boys doubles championships, girls doubles championships and then in a mixed doubles championship.

Although the emphasis is clearly on the tennis, this tournament affords the players an opportunity to socialise with players from all over the country as they are all accommodated at the boarding establishments at Hilton College. The tournament is characterised by great sportsmanship and camaraderie and the players all have a lot of fun. For many schools there is little other opportunity for them to play mixed doubles and so this element of competition is embraced enthusiastically in the tournament. This year's mixed doubles championship was fought over by St Stithians and St Mary's Waverley and Clifton College and St Mary's Kloof, with St Stithians and St Mary's Waverley taking the trophy. Hosts Hilton College and St Anne's College played against St Alban's and St Mary's Pretoria for second and third place, with Hilton and St Anne's proving too strong for their Gauteng opponents.

The girls doubles championship was taken by a solid St Anne's team up against a very committed, but somewhat depleted, St Mary's Pretoria squad. The outcome was concluded by a 9/0 margin, although the score did not reflect the hard-fought matches. St Stithians College defeated Clifton College to claim the boys doubles championship.

Results are as follows:

Boys' Doubles:
1st: St Stithians College
2nd: Clifton College
3rd: Hilton College
4th: Kingswood College
5th: Somerset College
6th: St Alban's College
7th: Durban High School
8th: Penryn College

Girls' Doubles:
1st: St Anne's College
2nd: St Mary's DSG (Pretoria)
3rd: St Mary's Waverley
4th: St Mary's Kloof
5th: Somerset College
6th: Roedean School
7th: Kingswood College
8th: Penryn College

Mixed Doubles:
1st: St Stithians College/St Mary's Waverley
2nd: Clifton College/St Mary's Kloof
3rd: Hilton College/St Anne's College
4th: St Alban's/St Mary's DSG (Pretoria)
5th: Somerset College
6th: Durban High School/Roedean School
7th: Kingswood College
8th: Penryn College

It is always a pleasure to host this competition with its wonderful ethos of friendliness and goodwill and the host schools look forward to welcoming the teams back for the tournament in 2014.

Pictured above are St Anne's and Hilton College team captain: Christie Bradford and J.O. de Villiers.

Pictured below is the St Anne's Tennis Team.

News and photographs supplied by St Anne's.

REVISION SCHOOL 2013 was in full swing last week. The corridors of the old teaching block at St Anne's College, Hilton were buzzing with the sound of tutors' voices, learners questions and the occassional laughter from a class enjoying their subject.

A total of 17 children from 14 different high schools in the greater Pietermaritzburg area attended – composed of six grade 11s and eleven matrics. We had 19 tutors involved during the week of academic coaching, spanning across 11 different subjects and three unique curricula – IEB, State and Cambridge.

The learners gave up twenty hours of their short holiday – four hours over five days, in order to improve on their subject knowledge and prepare for their final exams. Two boys, Thobane and Sandile were sponsored by ASP Tutoring to attend Revision School. These two young men are from Mpophomeni High School and are actively involved in a local initiative outside of Howick called Funda Nenja, roughly translated, it means 'learning with the dog'. Jayne Goetsch heard about Revision School and approached ASP Tutoring, requesting sponsorship of the boys, who have been identified as role models in their community and deserving of a chance to improve on their school marks.

The young men and ladies all benefitted from the very low tutor-to-learner ratio this week, in some cases receiving intense one-on-one sessions. The days were divided into four hour-sessions, with short breaks in between, seeing learners venture out into the sunshine to enjoy a snack before heading back into their respective classrooms.

This was a successful venture and one which ASP Tutoring will repeat. Keep an eye on this space for future Revison School dates.

A lot of changes has happened at Celtiskloof this year - the whole centre, including a large children's playground, has received a facelift under the creative hand of Basil Mauer and other people with visual insight. The restaurant is getting known for its tasty meals and friendly service, the nursery is bursting with Spring colours displayed in an interesting way and the deli offers delectable home-made breads (previously sold at Karkloof Food Market) as well as other products. This place can only get more exciting in time.

On Saturday, 5th Oct 2013, another attraction to Celtiskloof will open its doors - Art & Soul Gallery! Many people loved to visit this gallery when it was at Happy Hills, Lidgetton (2010 - 2011).There it was situated in an old cow shed full of character and once again it will be housed in an interesting space - the quaint castle-shaped building on the right as you enter the centre from the car park!

Karin Davel, the owner of Art & Soul at Happy Hills, has joined forces with Gill Dobson and they are happy to once again offer a platform to many artists, especially from Hilton, Howick, Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands, to show a carefully selected variety of work. When Karin is at the gallery, people can come and sit for quick portrait studies.

Enough said - come and experience for yourself the calm ambiance of Celtiskloof - a growing new centre to visit in the Midlands. Take the Howick/Underberg off-ramp from the N3 and once you've passed Peels Honey, Celtiskloof is just a touch further round the bend!

Pictured here is Karin Davel.

Deborah Don invites you to join a new weekly Tai Chi class or Circle Dancing session! These will take place every Wednesday, starting next week on the 2nd October 2013, at 1 Committee Lane in Hilton.

The Tai Chi is from 9.00 - 10.00 am and the Circle Dancing is from 10.00 - 11.00am.

The costs are as follows:
R35.00 per session for either
OR
R120.00 per month for either.

R55.00 per double session (for both Tai Chi and Dancing)
OR
R200.00 per month for all.

Everyone is welcome so spread the word to anyone you may know who will be interested.

For those of you who are not able to make it during the week, Deborah will still be running the Circle Dancing session from 10.30am to 12.00pm on the third Sunday of each month.

Deborah is looking forward to seeing you all there.

Cherri Forsyth is starting her next coaching group for women only. The coaching programme is very interactive, and is not only theory based. Practical and very effective tools for living a positive, proactive, happy and fulfilling life, will be covered. It will include the following topics, amongst others:
• What beliefs are paralyzing me? ..and how to get rid of them.
• What are my priorities?... and how to live according to them.
• Do I know what my values are, and am I living my life accordingly?
• Who am I?
• Which area in my life do I want to improve in?
• How communication (including projection) really works.
• How can I take full responsibility for my life?
• Am I a fully empowered woman?
• Am I setting myself up for success or failure?
• Do I use my time in the most valuable way?
• How to manage conflict.
• Am I living my life in balance?
• How I can be the " very best me" that there is!
• What is my Life purpose?

Invest in yourself....give yourself time to ponder really important issues in a structured process. Learn to live consciously and honourably every day!

Where: at 9 Vlei Rd, Hilton

When: Course starting mid-October- dates and times to be determined according to group demand. ( in working hours, or after hours if the demand is there)

Coaching will take place every 2nd week i.e. twice a month.

Cost: R 250 per person per session. (Group coaching makes this coaching very affordable. Usual cost per session is R 600)

Dates: Starting- mid- October, and every two weeks thereafter. (School holidays will be taken into account in setting the dates)

Groups will be no bigger than 10.

You will NOT be expected to share publicly (in the group)- the approach is a very gentle but inspiring one!

If you want to know more about Cherri please visit her website: www.lifevision.co.za

To book your place, please contact Cherri by no later than October 10th 2013.

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Cell: 082 801 8961

The Finals of the 2013 ACT | DALRO | Nedbank Performing Arts Scholarships were held at the University of Johannesburg Arts Centre on 30 September, where R315 000 was awarded to three deserving winners, to fund their tertiary studies in the performing arts.

After a gruelling week of rehearsals and a tough final round in front of a live audience, Naledi Majola of St Anne's Diocesan College, Arlin Bantam and Kamogelo Nche were chosen as recipients of the ACT | DALRO | Nedbank Performing Arts Scholarships for 2013. Having convinced the judges of their proficiency in singing, dancing and acting, Naledi, Arlin and Kamogelo will be supported in their tertiary studies, beginning in 2014.

Naledi Majola is currently completing Grade 12 at St Anne's Diocesan College in Hilton in KwaZulu-Natal. This passionate musician plays the piano, is a member of the School Choir, the Chamber Choir as well as the Jazz Band. She performed in the School's productions of "Chicago" and "Lysistrata" as well as a musical revue. Naledi is passionate about acting for theatre and film and is planning to further her acting skills for these mediums in 2014.

Maseda Ratshikuni, Head of Cause Marketing at Nedbank says, "We remain committed to enabling the dreams and goals of young people. Our support of the arts and cultural heritage stems from the bank's aspirations of leading transformation and creating a community of leaders who are as highly involved in the communities as we are. We hope that the winners of the scholarships will make artistic and cultural contributions to our country."

Six finalists were chosen through a country-wide audition process, and then coached by a dedicated team of professionals, before putting their best foot forward before an illustrious panel of judges, and - possibly the biggest critics of all - a live audience.

With support from the Arts & Culture Trust; the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Rights Organisation (DALRO) and Nedbank Arts Affinity, the three winners will be supported to study a performing arts course of their choice at a South African tertiary institution. They will also receive practical support beyond their studies, including representation by SA's top talent agency Talent Etc.

The event was hosted by aspiring MC Altovise Lawrence. Like the six finalists, she was also chosen from a strong pool of national contenders, and the sparkling Wits Drama Graduate also used the platform to showcase her best professional self; in a production crafted by industry professionals Jacques Bessenger (Artistic Director) and Dawid Boverhoff (Musical Director).

Managing Director of DALRO, Advocate Nathi Gaisa says: "A competition that is a tough as this one has proven to be has served to highlight the outstanding talent we have in South Africa today. The Arts play a critical role in the fabric of society and these young, aspiring artists represent the very best of that. DALRO is extremely proud to be supporting these artists and offers them congratulations and all the very best for their next step on the road to success."

CEO of the Arts and Culture Trust, Pieter Jacobs thanked the judges for lending their expert opinions to the programme, explaining that: "To sustain a career in the performing arts, it is vital that hopefuls have not only a strong foundation and diverse skills set, but also that 'special something' that allows them to stand out, in what we know is a tough industry".

The 2013 panel of judges comprised: Kgomotso Christopher, perhaps best-known as Katlego Sibeko on SABC3's Isidingo; television and radio personality, Rozanne McKenzie; Manager of Talent Etc, Jennis Williamson; creative entrepreneur, David April; Musical Theatre Performer and Teacher, Nacia Kruger; and Producer, Director and ACT Trustee, Themi Venturas.

The Scholarships Programme was hosted by UJ Arts & Culture at the University of Johannesburg with additional support from ClassicFEEL Magazine and Pink Room Productions. For more information on the Scholarships programme, please visit www.act.org.za

News and photograph supplied by St Anne's.

This year, the annual St Anne's Water Polo tournament saw an increase from 10 to 12 teams. New additions were Collegiate Girls' High from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape as well as Durban Girls' High School from KZN.

The other teams, from various parts of the country, who attended this year, remained the same as in previous years:

Clarendon Girls' High School
Danville
Durban Girls' College
DSG Grahamstown
Kingsmead
Pietermaritzburg Girls' High
St Dominic's
St Mary's Kloof
Westville

The spirit of the St Anne's Tournament is special in the way that all teams stay within the boarding houses of the school and spend much time together making friends from all over the country. Despite the less than desirable weather experienced in the first few days, the girls braved the conditions and there was some great water polo played. The tournament runs with two pool sections, each containing 6 teams. The teams are awarded 2 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 for a loss. The top two teams in each pool battle it out in a cross pool play-off and the winner of these two games determines the final.

The tournament got underway with a convincing win from St Anne's over the reigning champions from St Mary's Kloof, St Anne's showing great promise and was a clearly determined side. There was also an exciting draw between the Durban derby of Durban Girls' College and Durban Girls' High School. Impressive performances were noted from Clarendon Girls' High School and Collegiate, both from the Eastern Cape, proving to be tough competition. The weather cleared up and, with two days left, the spectators returned and the stands filled.

Durban Girls' College remained impressive with no losses. However, it was St Anne's College, the home team that was the team on all participants' and spectators' lips, from an end position of 8th the previous year; they made it through to the semi-finals with a clean sheet of no losses to face Clarendon. In the other semi-final Durban Girls' College would battle it out against DSG from Grahamstown. The final was an intense game between St Anne's and Durban Girls' College, the end result a 4-3 victory to DGC. The tournament was a great success, a weekend of tough water polo and good camaraderie.

St Anne's girls who represent KZN u16 Water Polo are pictured here: Emma Lunde, Reserve (left) and Camilla McCormack (right).

News and photograph supplied by St Anne's Diocesan College, a private girls school in Hilton, KZN.

Congratulations to Matthew Dahl (Grade 10 at Hilton College) who has recently been selected as part of a SA u16 Rugby Squad. Matthew played for the KwaZulu-Natal u16 XV at the Grant Khomo Week in July. This is a wonderful accolade for Matthew who played scrumhalf for the Hilton u16A team this year.

News and photograph of Matthew Dahl supplied by Hilton College, KZN, South Africa.

St Anne's Diocesan College is pleased to announce the Heads of Portfolios for 2014. We wish all the girls a successful 2014 year and much growth through their leadership roles.

Pictured from Top Left: Nonduduzo Ncala (Social Responsibility – STEPP), Sarah Thatcher (Events), Rosemary Elliott (Vice Sport), Rebecca Tod (Vice Spirituality), Julia Lund (Head of House: Andrews), Annabel Addison (Spirituality), Devon Tedder (Deputy Head Girl), Hannah Moxham (Head Girl), Tegan Lambert (Sport), Sally Fowler (Head of House: Usherwood), Tinuke Eboka (Head of House: Macrorie), Jodi Hulley (Vice Environment)

Pictured from Bottom Left: Xolisa Magwentshu (Entertainment), Kalenda Opai-Tetteh (Head of House: Frances Baines), Tania Kubwimana (Vice Social Responsibility – STEPP), Idai Ponde (Social Responsibility – LITERACY), Ntombi-Zamaswazi Twala (Pastoral Care), Kirsten Wing (Marketing), Naledi Mokgosi (Head of House: Marianne Browne), Siphesihle Sokhela (Head of House: Mollie Stone), Georgina Richards (Vice Social Responsibility – LITERACY),Daniella Negri da Oleggio (Environment).

Missing from photo: Elischke de Villiers (Enrichment) and Georgina Borros (Daygirls)

News and photograph supplied by St Anne's Diocesan College.

As the green is closed until 14 October, there is little to report in the way of bowling at the club. Barry Collier, our green keeper and his staff are hard at work with the spring treatment. The green has been scarified twice, mowed once and fertilized since we closed last week. The weather was kind to us, and good showers of rain fell soon after the fertilization was completed.

Levelling and top dressing will begin this week.

Response to the invitation to join our off-season social was intense and the forty available places were snapped up overnight. We cannot accommodate any more for this event.

While you are idling away the hours and waiting to start playing again, you may like to test your knowledge of the game. Pull out the Laws of Bowls booklet and familiarise yourself with the measurements applicable to our game. Find answers to these questions: How far must a bowl travel to be a legal delivery? How long is a legal end, from the front edge of the mat to the mat-side of the jack? How wide must a rink be? These distances are important and it is incumbent on any serious bowler to know them.

To those members who are visiting our neighbours during the closure, good bowling.

News supplied by Hilton Bowling Club.

'If you are ever in the Hilton area and feeling a little peckish, don't miss a chance to spoil yourself at La Popote. Lesley will see to it that you leave well looked after, and with a smile on your face. Her home cooking is superb and she is becoming a legend in her lifetime!

The restaurant is delightful and intimate. It has a following of loyal locals who know what it is to be greeted and treated like long lost friends. Indeed, many who frequent La Popote do so knowing that they are bound to bump into someone they know and catch up on the Hilton grapevine. Many of the worlds problems are sorted out here over a delicious meal!

Lesley bakes like a dream and the only disappointment I ever have is when she runs out of my favourite French lemon tart and ice-cream. The menu is clever and there is always something to suit every palette.

If you think you can just arrive at the weekend for lunch without booking, don't! When in Hilton, do as the Hiltonians do. Secure a table well in advance and prepare to enjoy yourself over a frostie or a glass of wine while the kitchen set about teasing your taste buds.'

Review submitted by David Oosthuizen.

Remember too that La Popote is open late on the first Friday of each month when they host a Evening Market from 3pm until 6pm. Enjoy the scenes below from the last successful market.

Welcome to Lynda de la Hey, the new owner of Healthy Times, the health shop at The Quarry Centre in Hilton KZN. This Howick born and bred mother of two grown sons is a breast cancer survivor whose interest in alternative health product stretches back to when she founded JOZI Organic. Searching for a safer unisex deodorant option resulted in her partnering with a friend in launching this naturally based brand. Lynda's experience hugely increased her awareness of the benefit of natural and organic products.

Lynda has been a representative for various health ranges during the last four years and has chosen to give up travelling around KZN and instead focus on her new shop.

Shana who is a certified Solgar nutritional adviser and who has been fully trained on all the products at Healthy Times will assist Lynda in the health shop. She has 6 years' experience and is the 'go to' lady for all your health product questions. Shana is a firm believer that lifestyle disease and premature aging can be avoided when you make healthier, natural and organic choices.

Coming soon to Healthy Times is a juice bar which will provide you with more flavour combinations.

We wish Lynda much success with her new venture.

Pictured here on the left is Shana with Lynda on the right.

The Jaxx Roll on Wednesday was won by Allan and Colleen Daikers and Lorna Allen. The winners of the losers were Heather Hancock, Ian Fyvie and Tim Bigg. Well done to all the winners, and special thanks to Jaxx and Lindsay's for their wonderful support for our club.

The weather was against us on Saturday morning when we had intended playing for the Queen's Cup.

After a shower of 20mm overnight, and an icy wind, we decided to delay the competition to 19 October when we re-open the green. There is a new entry list on the notice board, but members can also enter by sending an e-mail to George or Derick.

We went ahead with the lunch provided by Quarry SuperSpar, to whom our sincere thanks. The generous hampers supplied by the Spar will be held over.

Vince Seale will run our social on 11 October. He has promised lots of good music, singing (and dancing?!) and clean fun. Unfortunately we will have to restrict attendance to the first forty people who put their names on the list. If you can't get to the club, give John Pluke (033 343 1612) a call to book your place. There is an outside chance that we will be able to run a similar event later in the year.

Talking of later in the year, we have had to move the "Special Christmas Event" aka "Bill's Christmas Bash" to 30 November. Bill is not available on 7 December.

News supplied by Hilton Bowling Club.

On Friday, 20 September, Speech Day was held at Hilton College celebrating the success of their pupils for 2013. The Guest Speaker was Alistair Franklin, a Hilton Old Boy, who is Senior Counsel at the Johannesburg Bar. Alistair gave a wonderful address and reflected on his time at Hilton and what he thought was the Hilton ethos. It was a tremendous speech which was humorous as well as delivering a good message.

He commented on the qualities of courage, loyalty, determination, persistence and a "never give up" attitude were important in this day and that inspiration as opposed to being famous was important. "People will remember those who inspired them but necessarily those who were famous." He also made reference to attitude and that the correct attitude was important. Alistair said that old virtues were crucial and that the Hilton ethos remains as relevant today as ever. It was well received and once again Speech Day was special day in our calendar!

At Speech Day the Ross Osborn (Head of School) and Paul Harrison (Deputy Head of School) Scholarships were announced for 2014. Head of School 2014 – Tom Webber and Deputy Head of School 2014 – Jono Smithers

Pictured on th eleft is Alistair Franklin and below are Simon Purdon (Dep head school 2013) Mike Salgado (head of school 2013) Tom Webber (head of school 2014) Jono Smithers (Dep head of school 2014).

News and photographs supplied by Hilton College, KZN, South Africa.