Hear them ROAR !

They are not just cleaning up and rebuilding, they are taking back their country in the true sense of UBUNTU - "I am - because you are".

Ubuntu is the heartbeat of the South African people, of common humanity, oneness: community, you and me both - TOGETHER.

And here we are reaching out, lending a hand, sticking together, coming together, protecting each other irrespective of color and all those other labels which were created to divide.

Tears, fear, hope, grief ........ is simply HUMAN and we are all in it and experiencing these surreal times TOGETHER.

Standing in our humaness and recognising others within that.

Something that was supposed to tear apart this country - tore political structures and corruption wide open - but brought people together in a million ways.

Not something we might have chosen but something we are rising to, for the spirit of The South African People (born here or by choice) is something that is much stronger than anything that can possibly happen to them.

Hear it ROAR

See it RISE

Feel its PULSE

for it will be built WITH each other FOR each other in the TRUE spirit of UBUNTU !

communality, respect, dignity, value, acceptance, sharing, co-responsibility, humaneness, social justice, fairness, personhood, kindness, love, morality, group solidarity, compassion, joy, hope, fulfilment, conciliation .... THATS what the South African People are truly about !!!

A total closure, of both the south- and northbound carriageways of the N3 Toll Route, remains in place from Harrismith in the Free State to Cedara in KwaZulu- Natal.

This strategic transport route to the Port of Durban will most likely remain closed for most of the day as a result of the spate of violent and uncontrollable attacks on infrastructure, heavy motor vehicles and businesses along the route.

Under these conditions, the security and safety of the N3 Toll Route, it’s operations and road users cannot be placed at further risk.

Numerous reports of protests continue to be received from communities along the majority of the N3, including Heidelberg and Pietermaritzburg.

#DelayTravel
In light of the ongoing spate of violent attacks, road users are strongly recommended to delay their trips until further notice to avoid these volatile areas.

It is as yet unclear when clean-up operations and recovery would commence, or what the current damage to infrastructure is.

#EmergencyAssistance
Please immediately report any emergencies or problems to the 24-hour N3 helpline:
*0800 63 43 57* or via *@N3Route* on Twitter.

 

From N3TC - N3 Toll Concession Pty Ltd

South African women continue to demonstrate their courage despite the challenges thrown up by the global pandemic and the limitations imposed on them during this time.

The 2021 SPAR Virtual Challenge will pay homage to the strength of every woman that refuses to be limited by their circumstances. This year’s virtual race encourages women to put on their running shoes and take to the streets in defiance of the physical or mental restraints that may exist in their lives.

While they can participate in the race at their own pace and from any location, they can do it knowing that they are joining a larger community of women that take on the challenge to #LiveLimitless.

The SPAR Women’s Challenge continues to bring women from all walks of life together, albeit in a virtual format, whether they run, walk or jog.
The virtual challenge has attracted some of the country’s biggest personalities and will see the likes of SUGA, Philicity Reeken, and Lucille Slade take part.

Actress, radio host and presenter Reeken said the race promoted a sense of camaraderie among women and allowed them to take the steering wheel when they may not feel in control.

“SPAR has always been about the support and the passion behind supporting women, young girls, their health and fitness,” said the SPAR Women’s Challenge ambassador.

“This is an opportunity for you to take back a bit of control. The last two years have been a mess, and everything has been out of our hands. By entering, you can say, ‘I will do something for me, every young woman and every woman in my community. I am going to walk, run, crawl, skip or jump, and I am going to feel good at the end.”

Rising music star Lucille Slade, a fervent support of the SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge, highlights how the race promotes good health and fitness, which has been thrown into sharp relief during the pandemic.

“During the pandemic, it’s extremely important for us to exercise, to get our heart rate up, the more exercise we do we are placed in a better position to fight off not just illness but also get ourselves in a better mood,” said Slade.

“Being part of this virtual race is one of the ways you can add a bit of exercise to your life. Another reason for me is the sense of community where you are doing the same thing as other people, and you get motivation.”

Each 2021 SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge participant will receive a virtual race pack that includes an official virtual challenge t-shirt, access to the My Virtual Challenge digital magazine, a face buff, and a medal.

By entering this year’s race, women can empower themselves and make a real difference in the lives of young girls. For every entry, a pack of sanitary pads will be donated to help keep a girl in school through the SPAR Petals Project. The Petals Projects advocates for a shame-free education for all young women.

Popular radio DJ and SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge ambassador, SUGA, said the initiative was another good reason for women to enter the race this year.

“The event bursts with good energy and togetherness, and now you can recreate that good energy, with the people that mean the most to you, at your own pace in a space familiar to you,” she said.

“You should enter the Spar Virtual Challenge because every girl deserves an education. This statement is so powerful and knowing that you have contributed to keeping a girl in school will fill your life with countless blessings.”

For more information on the SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge, please see our FAQ section here: https://sparvirtualchallenge.co.za/faq/

Announcement video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I691zBf1Mag

 

For more inspirational stories, you can access the My Virtual Challenge digital magazine here:

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced adjusted level 4 lockdown regulations for South Africa. These include limiting our visits to the shops.

The Local Choice Pharmacy Hilton Health is #HereForYou with our ???????? ???????. We URGE you to make use of this service if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or are living with someone who has tested positive.

Simply all us on 033 343 0884 to place your order and have your package delivered to your door! Please help us to protect our staff and other customers.

 

More about The Local Choice Pharmacy Hilton Health on Monzali Drive in Hilton Gardens.

In contrast to the destructive chaos and instability which has seized parts of South Africa, we are reminded of how blessed Hilton residents are to live in this community. Led by the example of co-operation provided by SAPS and our local security companies, our residents have rallied to protect property, people and the businesses which serve us. Just as much in evidence is the concern for the welfare of others, including our neighbouring communities.

The actions of the people of Hilton remind us of the infinite possibilities provided by the prospect of continuing to work together to advance Hilton as a wonderful place to live. We can assume an element of control in pursuit of the ongoing improvement of our village.

As you are aware, the HRA is committed to pursuing the option of establishing Hilton as a Special Rating Area (SRA). This is not a breakaway municipality. It merely allows the residents, through a Section 21 company, to work with the municipality in prioritising areas of focus in an agreed budget, funded directly by a small extra rate.

The process of establishing an SRA requires extensive community consultation, and majority support. That process lies ahead. In the meanwhile we are placing pressure on uMngeni to adopt the SRA Policy and By-laws, which the HRA has provided in draft form.

The actions of our community over the past week have shown that there are many residents ready to lead and work for the well-being of our community. I appeal to all those interested in helping with the drive towards the SRA to make direct contact with the HRA at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We will contact you in the next week or so when there is some progress with uMngeni in passing the necessary By-Law, to enable us to start the process. We would really appreciate and welcome your input and help.

HRA Membership
If you have not done so already, please consider joining the Hilton Ratepayers’ Association, click here. Please encourage others to do the same. The stronger the support we receive, the more effective we can be.

 

Hilton and Winterskloof Security Initiatives
Please consider signing up as a contributing member in your area towards the security initiatives. If you live in Hilton please read more and sign up here. If you live in Winterskloof please read more and sign up here.

Yours Sincerely,

Thank you to our incredible community of everyday heroes and heroines, Hilton has revealed it's grit. Through the longest days and scariest nights our men and women have reached out to one another in support. It will not be easy to recover, but we know that we are strongest together and we do together brilliantly!

 

 

Feeding scheemes have been put in place for Sweetwaters by Hope Trust and our popular artist, Jono Hornby who has set up Sweetwaters FOOD Relief.

 

Bank details are published below so that you can assist.

 

Acc No: 10153779541
J Hornby
Standard Bank

PayPal
www.paypal.me/SWfoodsecurity

 

Contact Hope Trust to contribute to the initiative by Hilton churches who are having a food drive to help the Sweetwaters community with food. Anything you can spare such as;  dried beans, rice, lentils, tinned fish or veg, sugar, flour an be delivered to Hilton Baptist Church between 8 and 12.

Thank you to those who have communicated this morning to check in on how things are going here. We wanted to let you know that we’re OK! Sweetwaters is quiet at this stage, which we are thankful for. But, public transport has shutdown and the city of Pietermaritzburg is experiencing some extreme looting and burning of major centres and the likes. Our main hiway is shut and most shops in the greater Pietermaritzburg area are shut.

But we continue.
Planning.
Meeting.
Planting gardens.
Building a place of hope.
Bringing hope and light in this trying time.

#havecourage #bekind

 

More about iThemba Projects.

Most Hilton locals will recognise the unmistakeable cheery whistle of Rodney Downs when doing their grocery shopping at Hilton Quarry Superspar; a whistle that has been making Hiltonians smile, at a supermarket that has been proudly serving the Hilton community for the past twenty years.

 

This year, Rodney and Di Downs are celebrating two decades at the helm of a supermarket that goes far beyond selling milk and bread.

 

For Rodney and Di, it has always been about “family spirit” which includes their entire team and loyal customers; placing the local community at the heart of what they do. Having taken over ownership of the store in 2001, in partnership with Di’s father, Albert Emslie, 20 years on, it is their son Greg who is set to carry on that legacy by continuing to serve the local community.

 

Through various revamps and upgrades, Hilton Quarry Superspar has continually adapted to the changing times, embracing the challenges along the way and never forsaking the community that they have called home for over 20 years.

 

For Rodney it has been his “greatest blessing” to pour his heart and soul into growing Hilton Quarry Superspar with a focus on affordable quality and excellent customer service. “I can’t believe it’s been 20 years,” he exclaims, “It feels like yesterday that we were handed the keys to Hilton Quarry Spar - as it was then known, and we have never looked back.”

 

“We can’t thank the people of Hilton enough for supporting us over the years and helping us grow with the community. Your loyalty has allowed us to help various local charities, churches, schools and organisations over the years and we are incredibly proud to be part of such a caring, close-knit community.”

 

Behind the scenes, Di and her team run a tight ship, making sure the books balance and the business side of things are taken care of. She credits the entire staff component – some 140 employees – for helping her and Rodney steer the course of Hilton Quarry Superspar for the past twenty years. “It’s been an unbelievable journey,” says Di. “We have so many happy memories from the last couple of decades. Yes, it’s been hard work but without the dedicated, hard-working team we are fortunate to have, we wouldn’t be standing tall and proud today.”

 

With such strong business role-models for parents, Greg has huge respect and admiration for the formidable team of his mom and dad and has learnt from their experience over the 12 years he’s been at Hilton Quarry Superspar. “It is an honour and privilege for me to work alongside my parents and be trusted to look after what they have worked so tirelessly to accomplish,” says Greg.

 

“I look forward to continuing to serve the Hilton community as they have done for many more years to come.”

 

Hilton Quarry Superspar invites you to celebrate their 20th birthday over the next six months. From July to December 2021, you could win a R20,000 shopping voucher every month, 2-minute trolley dashes, thousands of rands worth of appliances, weekend getaways and so much more!

 

To enter, simply spend R20 or more in-store and write your name, number and email address on the back of your till slip and drop it into the competition box in-store. T&C’s apply.

 

News and images of press articles published 20 years ago - supplied.

 

 

 

 

 

Dr Gilbert has opened a Covid-19 Testing Station in the Hilton Health Centre car park. We will be conducting Covid Rapid Antigen Tests and Rapid Antibody Tests.

 

Regretfully PCR tests are no longer available, please go to Lancet for this test.

 

Either Walk-ins or by appointment on 066 397 6650. Hours are 08:00 to 16:00 on weeekdays, 8.30am to 1pm on Sundays.

 

More about Dr Ralph Gilbert's parctice.