"Crystal Deva – Specimens and Jewellery" is a home based small business situated in the tree lined village of Hilton in KZN, founded on a deep affinity with Crystals and Gemstones and an awareness of them being "Enchanted Gifts from the Earth".

The word Deva comes from the Sanskrit language, meaning "a being of brilliant light" and is used to indicate a non-physical being. The realm of Deva's can include both nature spirits and angelic beings.

"Crystal Deva" refers to each individual Nature Spirit which watches over every single Crystal, Gemstone or Mineral that exists.

I work on an appointment basis so that I can offer personal attention and advice according to your specific needs.

Having lived and worked with Crystals for over twenty years, I Love to share my experiences with the Mineral Kingdom. And hopefully offer helpful advice on how you could use Crystals and Gemstones to improve your sense of well being and harmony with life.

The use of Crystals and Gemstones as Amulets and Good Luck Charms dates back into prehistory.

Myths from the Sumerian Culture, who were settled in Mesopotamia around 4000BC, speak of Crystal shaped ray emitting devices. There is evidence that they used large interconnected Crystal Grids in their places of worship.

The earliest recorded use of Crystals for their positive influence on the human body can be found in a Chinese medicinal book called "The Herbal" which dates back to 3000BC.

References to using Crystals and Gemstones for healing and empowering human conditions can be found throughout the recorded history of man. Appearing in various Religious and Cultural texts from Ancient to Modern times.

The current "revival" of Crystal Therapy probably started in the 1970's when scientists were able to prove and acknowledge the existence of subtle energy bodies or Auras around living matter through the use of Kirlian photography.

I feel that it is the constant, stable molecular structure of each individual crystal and gemstone that sets a subtle example which allows the constantly fluctuating human body and mind to get back into a natural state of balance and harmony or innate health.

Contact Crystal Deva to arrange a visit.

As of the 1st March 2013 Lindsay's has had a new owner. Mary-Ann Prinsloo has fallen in love with the country feel of Hilton and its wonderful people. Making patrons comfortable and meeting their needs is second nature to Mary-Ann.

The Lindsay's menu is well-loved so nothing will be taken away or changed. A kiddies menu is going to be developed and I am bringing in beautiful cakes to fill the new display fridge. We will also have weekly specials and specialize in "ready-made meals" for the busy folk out there that want to enjoy a home cooked meal but do not have the time to make it themselves.

Lindsay's will now also open on the Sundays when the Antiques & Collectibles markets are on.

From the 1st April 2013 a Wi-Fi connection will be available for Lindsay's clients to access.

We wish Mary-Ann much success as she embraces a new exciting chapter in her career.

We were devastated to hear last Thursday morning of the sudden death of Tony Stubbings. Tony was a long-standing member of our club and a fine bowler, a thorough gentleman and a good friend. He will be sorely missed. The Club extends its heartfelt sympathy to Angela and the family.

Skips of the winning teams in last week's Jaxx Roll were Alan Daikers, and Dave Hammond whose teams both won vouchers for Jaxx Restaurant and Brian Ravno and John Pattrick who received prizes from Lindsay's Coffee Shop. Well done to all the winners, and Grateful thanks to Jaxx and Lindsay's for their generous support.

The draw for the Club men's singles is on the board. Please play your games as soon as possible. The first round is to be completed by 5 April.

The entry form for the Ladies' singles has been on the board for about a week. It is filling up very slowly. Please support the Club and enter our competitions.

Duties: 31 Mar – 6 Apr: OOD: Margie Garrard. Tabs: Mike Mylne. Duty team: John Pluke.
Teas on 6th Apr: Pamela & Des Morrish. Biscuits on 2 & 4 Apr: Anton Leisegang & Tony Lenton

News supplied by Hilton Bowling Club.

On Wednesday, 20 March, Peter Ducasse was formally inducted at a ceremony in the Hilton College chapel as the 16th Headmaster of the school. It was an important occasion in the school's history as Yann LeClezio, Chairman of the Board, handed over a bugle which is the symbol of authority of the Headmaster. The Bugle has been at Hilton College since 1872 when it was first used by founder, William Order Newnham, to sound the wake-up call and announce the rest of the day's routine.

When Newnham left he handed the bugle to his successor, and for many years it continued to be used. Subsequently, it remained in the archives, and more recently was displayed in the Museum.
In 2007 the idea emerged of introducing a ceremonial transfer of authority to the Headmaster. Initially it was a practical instrument of the Headmaster's authority; now a powerful symbol of representing that responsibility.

News and image supplied by Hilton College.

In the foyer of the Campbell Block a display cabinet records the names of all Headmaster and houses the Bugle.

Pictured on the left above are Peter Ducasse and Yann LeClezio.

News and images supplied by Hilton College.

Handmade & Flutterby Fun Creations will be at Hilton's POSH Market tomorrow from 9am to 4pm at Protea Hotel, Hilton.

Born from a love of being home with our kids and passion for creating, Handmade and Flutterby Fun Creations have grown as fast as the kids. Offering an array of beautiful wares that are unique and lovingly made. Fabrics are sources far and wide and new ideas are constantly finding their way to the cutting table.

Handmade creates allsorts, made from felt and fabrics – making use of both new and repurposed fabrics. Books and Bags, Toys and Accessories - all one of a kind and always something new. Great gifts for all ages.

Flutterby Fun Creations offer raincoats and waterproof accessories in fabulous prints. Swim bags and shopping bags, pencil cases and homework bags, aprons and loads more. Bright, colourful, gorgeous and functional too.

There is a love and passion for creating that is poured into these products. You can't help but love them. "Creativity is Contagious. Pass it on!"

Rondavel make handmade soaps from scratch, the traditional way. Using only natural, sustainable ingredients, these soaps moisturise and nourish dry and sensitive skin. Using local midlands ingredients like blueberries, goats' milk and Pickled Pig Notties beer, these soaps make fantastic local gifts.

Get your Rondavel soap products at Protea Hotel, Hilton on Thursday 21st March 2013. It is POSH Market time again.

With Love, Leandra is a home-based business offering a gourmet range of lovingly home-made preserves, chutneys and biscuits. Among our best sellers are Butternut and Chilli Chutney, Jingle Jam (a delicious preserve made of plums, cinnamon and cloves) and Dark Chocolate and Pecan Biscotti. We look forward to meeting you at the Hilton POSH Market on Thursday!

Snuggle up this winter with gorgeous Honey Handbags and avoid the chill! Fabulous Fashion, stunning colours, excellent features and quality, that’s Honey!

Adore our new Handbag collection and make your own Statement. Enhance your individuality with our amazing jewelry and other quality accessories.

Our must-have Client Promotions will certainly warm your heart - from our unique Handbag organizer (save R100) to our very efficient Business Bag (save a whopping R380). Don’t miss these excellent special offers. Our client promotions are “while stocks last”, so get yours right away. Honey Accessories’ products are always quality-driven and Affordable. Our quality Care Guarantee ensures you can purchase our fashion accessories with confidence.

Get your Honey Adore products at Hilton's POSH Market, Protea Hotel, Hilton on 21st March 2013 between 9am and 4pm!

Argilla Pottery is exclusive, handmade works of art, glazed at a very high temperature of 1180 degrees C, ensuring durable quality which will last a lifetime when used correctly.

Imperfections are characteristic to the handmade Argilla Pottery. Argilla products can be used in a gas stove, microwave, convection, or oven and are dishwasher proof!

Find Argilla at Hilton's POSH Market.

Easter is almost upon us and we are surrounded by Public Holidays. This is our second of three short weeks in a row! Lovely for family time but not so good for the economy.

Many of you have been asking about Public Holiday Pay - do you need to pay the employee for the day if they work or don't work and what do you need to pay them. Let me clarify for you:

If the public holiday happens to be the employee's normal working day:
• The employee is entitled to be paid a minimum of double his normal wage for the day if he does work on that Public Holiday.
• He is entitled to be paid his normal wage rate for the day if he does not work on that public holiday

If the public holiday happens to be on a day that is NOT the employee's normal working day:
• The employer must pay that employee a minimum of his ordinary daily wage rate, plus the amount earned by the employee for the work done on that day.

Let's use Good Friday as an example and assume your team normally work a 40 hour week (Monday to Friday 8 hours per day)

If your employee does not work on this Good Friday he will still get paid for 40 hours for that week.

If your employee does work on this Good Friday he will get paid 40 hours for the week plus an additional 8 hours for working on the Public Holiday. A total of 48 hours pay for the week.

If Friday is NOT a normal working day for an employee and he is required for some reason to work on Good Friday then he would be paid his normal weekly wage plus 8 hours for the day (ie his ordinary daily wage) plus 8 hours (for the work done on the day). A total of 56 hours for the week.

With night shift workers, part of the work may be done on an ordinary day and part on a public holiday (after midnight). The day on which the majority of the shift is on is the day you use when determining whether public holiday pay is applicable. For example if the shift worked by the employee falls on a public holiday and another day (such as night shift on Easter Monday - the shift is partly Easter Monday, and partly Tuesday which is not a public holiday) then if the greater part of the shift was worked on the public holiday, the whole shift is deemed to have been worked on the public holiday. If the greater part of the shift falls on the Tuesday, then the whole shift is deemed to have been worked on the Tuesday.

Any payment for work done on public holidays must be paid to the employee on his usual payday. You may also consider an exchange of a public holiday for time off in lieu another day, by agreement with the employee.

News submitted by Jean Allen HR Consulting.

Hilton Veterinary Hospital shared the following amusing article;

HOW TO FEED A CAT A TABLET

1. Pick cat up and cradle it in the crook of your left arm as if holding a baby. Position right forefinger and thumb on either side of cat's mouth and gently apply pressure to cheeks while holding pill in right hand. As cat opens mouth, pop pill into mouth. Allow cat to close mouth and swallow.
2. Retrieve pill from floor and cat from behind sofa. Cradle cat in left arm and repeat process.
3. Retrieve cat from bedroom, and throw soggy pill away.
4. Take new pill from foil wrap, cradle cat in left arm, holding rear-paws tightly with left hand. Force jaws open and push pill to back of mouth with right forefinger. Hold mouth shut for a count of ten.
5. Retrieve pill from goldfish bowl and cat from top of wardrobe. Call spouse from garden.
6. Kneel on floor with cat wedged firmly between knees, hold front and rear paws. Ignore low growls emitted by cat. Get spouse to hold head firmly with one hand while forcing wooden ruler into mouth. Drop pill down ruler and rub cat's throat vigorously.
7. Retrieve cat from curtain rail, get another pill from foil wrap. Make note to buy new ruler and repair curtains. Carefully sweep shattered figurines and vases from hearth and set to one side for gluing later.
8. Wrap cat in large towel and get spouse to lie on cat with head just visible from below armpit. Put pill inside end of drinking straw, force mouth open with pencil and blow down drinking straw.
9. Check label to make sure pill not harmful to humans, drink 1 beer to take taste away. Apply Band-Aid to spouse's forearm and remove blood from carpet with cold water and soap.
10. Retrieve cat from neighbour's shed. Get another pill. Open another beer. Place cat in cupboard, and close door onto neck, to leave head showing. Force mouth open with dessert sp
. Fetch screwdriver from garage and put cupboard door back on hinges. Drink beer. Fetch bottle of scotch. Pour shot, drink. Apply cold compress to cheek and check records for date of last tetanus shot. Apply whiskey compress to cheek to disinfect. Toss back another shot. Throw T- shirt away and fetch new one from bedroom.
12. Call fire brigade to retrieve the **** cat from tree across the road. Apologise to neighbour who crashed into fence while swerving to avoid cat. Take last pill from foil-wrap.
13. Tie the front paws to rear paws with garden twine and bind tightly to leg of dining table, find heavy duty pruning gloves from shed. Push pill into mouth followed by large piece of steak fillet. Be rough about it. Hold head vertically and pour 2 pints of water down throat to wash pill down.
14. Consume remainder of Scotch. Get spouse to drive you to the emergency room, sit quietly while doctor stitches fingers and forearm and remove pill remnants from right eye. Call furniture shop on way home to order new table.
15. Arrange for SPCA to collect "mutant cat "and call local pet shop to see if they have any hamsters.

HOW TO FEED A DOG A TABLET

1. Wrap it in cheese.

Article submitted by Hilton Veterinary Hospital.

Hilton's POSH Market at Protea Hotel, Hilton was blessed with beautiful autumn sunshine and an excellent turnout. Visitors have commented on the lovely products available and that there was a wide choice of shopping including many new items, not seen in Hilton before.

The Caledonian Pipers brought an amazing ambience to the day with their goose-bump inducing music. Local business coach Patrick Greenaway was the man behind this wonderful delivery.

Sean of Sound Mechanix worked diligently all day long to ensure the entertainment from Charles Webster, Richie Pratt, Erin Fourie and Di Veness was perfectly transmitted. Sean get's it right every time so if you are looking for sound support at your next event do not hesitate to call him.

To all the stall holders, well done your presentation was great, thank you for adding a vibrant and colourful dimension to the day.

To Grace College, especially Brendan Botha and Troy Bishop, thank you for the parking assistance.

Thank you to everyone involved as an entertainer, taxi driver, vendor, shopper, barman, furniture remover or browser. You made it a great day!

For enquiries please call Desiree on 072 620 2853 or 072 654 9779, alternatively email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In a moving service on Friday 15 March 2013, the St Anne's College Science Centre was officially opened by Chairman of the Board, Mr Pierre Berrange and blessed by our Chaplain, Rev Dr Susan van Niekerk.
The blessing of the Science Centre was a special time when we were able to offer to God the girls, staff and new facilities we are privileged to have. So we pray that God will grow our girls into positions of leadership where these attributes are combined so that they may become women of influence.

News and image supplied by St Anne's Diocesan College in Hilton.

Simply Sam Trading – Antiques.Brocante.Gifts opened in 2006 in the centre of Nottingham Road, sourcing gorgeous French & English Antiques, shabby chic furniture , salvage and objeobjetd'artt d'art. In an attempt to balance business & family life, we made the decision in 2012 to showcase select items at my long time favourite place, 'Blueberry Hill Gallery Cafe' on the R103 Nottingham Road. Blueberry Gallery Cafe is a stunning venue with views to die for and Blueberry Cheese cake worth getting fat for! Open daily from 8-4pm. All other items from Simply Sam Trading are sold directly over our Web Store, www.simplysam.co.za, and a secure card facility has been integrated for your convenience and peace of mind.

Besides Antique and Vintage items we also source beautiful and unusual South African Gift items, many from local 'job creation' projects. Look out for French style Linen, hand-made ceramics, wacky sculptures and beautifully wrapped toffees. Our 'life style' books are pure escapism. See you at the 'Posh Market' - For those loving all things Vintage and Beautiful ... view select items soon at VinLee Gallery, on the Hilton College Road.

Find Simply Sam Trading at Hilton's POSH Market, Protea Hotel, Hilton on 21 March 2013.

Windfall Wines will be joining us at Hilton's POSH Market at Protea Hotel, Hilton on Thursday.

ABOUT WINDFALL
The Robertson Valley is renowned for its wine and roses, and offers only the very best of nature. The town is abuzz with friendly, helpful and hardworking people who send tranquil waves of energy flowing through to the small boutique farm at the end of the Valley. The late Eddie Barlow of cricketing fame was so inspired by the mist cascading down the mountains that he renamed the farm

WINDFALL
Robert Alexander is the current owner whose pursuit of excellence is now clearly apparent in the award winning wines currently produced.

WINDFALL'S PRODUCTS
At this time, we only produce small quantities of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, a blend and Sauvignon Blanc, and currently have: aging pot still brandy from Chenin Blanc in barrels, a Method Cap Classique sparkling wine made from Chardonnay grapes (Blanc de Blanc).

SAUVIGNON BLANC 2012
Our Sauvignon Blanc delivers a first palate with hints of granadilla, peach, orange, apple and sweet melon. A distinctly tropical nose, the fruity start progresses to a complex, balanced and zesty lingering finish. A full bouquet of flavours, this appealing Windfall wine is imbued with fruit characters and mineral notes.

PINOT NOIR 2010
A light to medium-bodied Pinot Noir, fruit is abundant on the palate and complemented by hints of spice and a touch of earth. Hints of rose and Oak spice linger on the palate to complete the fruit-forward, lengthy finish.

BARREL 41
Windfall's Barrel 41, 2010, has a surprising blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Grenache, Tinta Roriz, Carignan, fVourvedre and Viognier. This nose on this full bodied wine is cedar wood, ripe fruit and cigar box which follows through onto the complex palate with Mocha and hints of toffee with a lingering finish that does not disappoint.

SHIRAZ 2010
Floral wood Oak spices and white pepper are abundant on the nose and complemented by an elegant, fruit-driven and juicy plum sensation on the palate.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009
(Neil Pendiocks 5 heart hews) Our medium-style Cabernet Sauvignon conjures up tempting ripe black fruit flavours like cassis and dried currants. An enchanting and elegant wine, this medium taste has been accented by soft, well-matured tannins delivering a fine Cabernet Sauvignon with a warm, inviting taste.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2008
Our medium-style Cabernet Sauvignon conjures up tempting ripe black fruit flavours like cassis and dried currants. An enchanting and elegant wine, this medium taste has been accented by soft, well-matured tannins delivering a fine Cabernet Sauvignon with a warm, inviting taste.

Awards Shiraz 2007 - Top 5 Shiraz Challenge 2009 I Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - Silver Veritas Award 2009

Hilton Bowling Club had good attendances this week, culminating in a full field of forty-two players in the Prickett Cup Competition on Saturday morning. The day was given an Easter flavour, with the wearing of Easter bonnets, and a "spider" with Easter eggs as prizes.

Pictured here on the left are Taffy O'Neil-Williams, Tom Hartley and Rob Tosen, who placed second in the Prickett Cup Competition.

Winners were Des Morrish, Vince Seale and Mike Mylne. In second place were Tom Hartley, Taffy O'Neil-Williams and Rob Tosen. Gil van der Hoven, Tony Lenton and Bernice O'Neil-Williams won third prize, all pictured below.

The pinnacle of the day was a splendid lunch provided by Hilton Quarry SuperSpar, who also donated the very generous prize hampers. Many thanks to Quarry Spar team.

There will be normal bowls on Thursday 21 March, Human Rights Day, as well as on Easter Saturday.

Men who entered the Club Singles Championship should please check the notice board for the draw. The first round is to be played by 5th April.

Duties: 24 - 30 Mar: OOD: Jean Binnendyk. Tabs: Chris Purchase. Duty team: Bill McQuade.
Teas on 30th Mar: Olga Hutt & Derick Hull. Biscuits on 26 & 28 Hilary Keeton & Bill Lambert.

Other pictures from the Prickett Cup Competition:

Below on the left are Gil van der Hoven and Bernice O'Neil-Williams, winners (with Tony Lenton) of third prize.

Below on the right are Vernon Hickinbotham & Joyce Stanley with their winning Easter bonnets.

News and images supplied by Hilton Bowling Club.

Free & Fresh is a 100% natural and earth friendly body care range which was launched in 2010.

Our range consists of a deodorant range which has the following benefits:

100% natural and earth friendly deodorants for men and women with certified organic ingredients.
Exceptionally effective and functional in addressing body odour.
Fragrances are based on pure aromatherapy essential oils.
Reduces perspiration and is gentle on the skin.
Hormone balancing benefits.
Aluminium, paraben and petrochemical free.
Proudly South African.
Reduces your risk of breast cancer the day you start.

We also have a mozzie repellent called Mosquito Finito. We use citronella, eucalyptus and khakibos essential oils to repel mosquitoes. It is an all purpose insect repellent and works well for tics, fleas, flies and especially mosquitoes.
It is in a sugar cane alcohol base so it dries quickly and does not leave an oily residue. The eucalyptus also reduces the itch and inflammation of a mosquito bite so it has a dual function of not only repelling but also soothing. It is a more natural and healthier alternative than Peaceful Sleep, Tabard, Doom or Baygon, as those are very toxic to the human body, known to cause all sorts of health problems. It works up to 8 hours, can be used as often as needed and is suitable for infants from 6 months. Deet Free.

We also have an Aromatherapy Room Spray range;

Summer Rose: Rose & Geranium ( Relaxing & Harmonising)
Rise & Shine: Lemongrass, Lime & Ginger (Refreshing & Invigorating)
Heavenly Mist: Frankincense, Sandalwood & Sweet Orange (Calming & Uplifting)

All these products will be available at Hilton's POSH Market on Thursday!

Congratulations to the following St Anne's Girls for making the Midlands Tennis team.

Back L-R: Tessa van der Merwe, Christie Bradford, Julia Saulez
Front L-R: Megan McDonald, Sophie McDonald, Jessica Redfern, Grace Ireland

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