17 May2019

Laddsworth Cross Country Teams Aiming High in 2019

Charli MlotshwaThe Laddsworth Primary School Cross Country Team has continued to excel this year.

Each week the Cross Country team takes up the majority of the top 10 positions in all age groups.

Last week, three Laddsworth pupils broke Records at the Treverton Preparatory School Cross Country Inter-Schools Meeting.

Jodi Moreno (Under 12), 3km, (Old record 14:02mins), new Record 13:13 mins.

Charli Mlotshwa (Under 12) 3km; (Old record 12:13mins), new Record 11:58mins.

Jonathan Werth (Open) 4km (Old record 15:08mins), new Record 14:00mins.

Laddsworth is extremely proud of their Cross Country Team’s achievements this season.

Pictured above is Charli Mlotshwa.

News supplied by Laddsworth Primary School.
16 May2019

Hilton Ratepayers Association AGM

HRA logoANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Wednesday 12 June 2019
17:30 for 18:00 start Protea Hilton Hotel

We are a Community - We need YOU there!
 
Some Items on the Agenda ·········
• HRA - What does it do?
• DEVELOPMENTS in our Village
• INFRASTRUCTURE
• MUNICIPALITY
• TASK TEAMS - We need your help!
 
Please email questions and comments for discussion to us at hiltonratepayers@gmai l.com before 5 June 2019
 
14 May2019

ENTHRALLING LOCAL COURTROOM DRAMA COMES TO THE MIDLANDS

Justice Cast newsFans of legal dramas and local theatre will not want to miss Justice is a Woman; a highly emotive theatre production highlighting issues of gender inequality and the ethical dilemmas of the justice system written by well-respected former KZN judge Chris Nicholson, directed by Paul Spence, formerly of the Royal Shakespeare Company UK and starring a richly talented South African cast.

Set in a KZN university in 2018, after the 2 000-year exclusion of women as lawyers in the courtroom, Justice is a Woman tells the captivating story of a female post-graduate student’s molestation case against her male university professor.

Lead character Portia, the lawyer representing the professor, is faced with an ethical dilemma that forces her to question her values and threatens to tear her personal life apart.

Opening performances take place from 23 to 25 May at Michaelhouse, 29 and 30 May at Grace College, and from 4 to 8 June at the Hexagon Theatre, Pietermaritzburg.

Tickets are R80 per person (R130 Hexagon), R50 pensioners (R80 Hexagon) and students R40. For more information, follow @justiceisawoman on Facebook or contact Paul Spence on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (084) 341 1742.

Justice Cast: Pictured from left (back) are Paul Spence, Phiyayinkosi Mbuyazi and Mark Mulder, and (front) Zama Maphumulo, Carlien Walters and Jessica Beddingfield.

News supplied.

09 May2019

Remembering Rose van Staden with love

rose memorialOn Saturday, 11 May 2019, between 2.00pm and 4.00pm, friends of Rose van Staden are invited to a Celebration of Life and Memorial Service for Rose van Staden. Join friends of Rose at The Barn, Knoll Historic Guest House in Hilton to remember our beautiful Rose who sadly passed away last weekend.

A special tribute from June Johnson, a friend of Rose's who relocated to the UK.

Rose van Staden of Tisra til, Azalea Lane, Hilton passed away on the 3rd of May 2019.

What a beautiful soul she was, to all who knew her. She was so special. I'll never forget her loving heart, her beautiful eyes. We were sister jis...her and I. I called her my sweet gypsy Rose. Her home was filled to the brim with her paintings, books, pottery, smiles, and laughter. The spinning wheel at the fireplace...I can still picture her at it. I loved going there. I'd say your home puts its arms around me Rose. She would always punctuate what she was saying with little poems and songs. I loved that. She used to call me June born in April and used to sing "Little April Lady” to me. That was how she was. Magical....she sang it to me the 2nd last time I saw her when we had a quiet moment in her room. It was as special a time as one could want. Sigh.

When I went to say goodbye, she wished us great happiness in England and said, “Junie, do you think we'll ever laugh together again?” I took her hands in mine and said "of course we will"...as it seemed so important just then.

It was the same with all her friends and family. We all have beautiful stories of her ways. She was so treasured.

Many was the time I would go to her with my woes. She would look at me wisely and with loving eyes twinkling...would say..."Yes Junie but it's finished now.

And so, it is that her life with us all is finished now. And what she has left us with is love. I can see God smiling. That's all he asks of us.

And then a shimmering golden presence lifted her up. Up... and He took her home.

The memorial event is being coordinated by Mala and Eva; confirm attendance with Eva on 082 572 2277.
09 May2019

Month of May Madness and Mother's Day at D3 Studio

design studio 2D3 Studio Mother’s Day and Month of May Madness Specials.
All glassware, ceramics and porcelain items less 20 %.

All diffusers, candles and room sprays are less 15 %.
D3 Studio in The Quarry Shopping Centre is a wonderland of beautiful decor goods for your home, pop into the store to see their delightful range of products.
News supplied by D3 Studio.
06 May2019

Botugen launches at Bella Donna Hair & Beauty

bella donnaImagine that a strand of hair was a puzzle, but that chemical and mechanical damage have removed puzzle pieces, leaving the hair in a damaged and porous state.
Botugen has 3 key ingredients that basically fill and plump the hair. Restoring and reconstructing the hair from the inside.
After trialling this treatment, Tracy (Owner of Bella Donna Hair & Beauty) says, ‘My damaged brittle ends have been revived and I have incredible shine. It’s like Botox, but for your hair.’
tracy botugen
Contact Tracy at Bella Donna for more about this brand new product in South Africa.
News supplied by Bella Donna Hair and Beauty.
06 May2019

Relax and Unwind at Style De Vie

style de vie 2May Specials at Style De Vie.

1. 30 min back massage x 2 @ R500 (save R140)

2. 30 min Reflexology x 2 @ R500 (save R140)

3. Pedicure and mini- manicure @ R400 (save R50)

4. Facial and half leg and foot massage @ R500 (save R100)

5. 45 min sports back massage and half leg and foot massage R500 (save R100)

Gift vouchers are always available.
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News supplied by Style de Vie.
04 May2019

Cool Winds Pre-Primary Party Venue

Cool Winds Pre Primary Party Venue Logo 2019 newsCool Winds Pre-Primary has amazing facilities for Kids Parties. We offer a spacious Lapa area with electricity supply, clean and neat restrooms, a large play area with a sandpit, jungle gyms, climbing apparatus, slides, a roundabout, trampoline and basketball hoop. We have beautiful, large open gardens, for children to move around freely and explore.
17 May2019

SHUTOFFS FOR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE OF HILTON WATER INFRA-STRUCTURE

water shutoffSHUTOFFS FOR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE OF HILTON WATER INFRA-STRUCTURE

Saturday 18 May:

Hilton BM12: Patterson Rd, Somerset Pl, Keans Dr, Iringa Pl, Jasmin Rd,

Hilton BM11: Dale Rd, Club Ln, Committee Ln, (Upper) Groenekloof Rd, Mauch Rd, Daisy Rd, Leonards Rd, Emmerentia Ln, Cypress Way, Brookdale Way, (Upper) Annthia Rd, Wallard Rd, Bramble Ln, Magnolia St, 2nnd Ave, Vlei Rd, 1st Ave

Hilton PRV2.3 & PRV2.1 & BPT 2A.1: Azalea Ln (Winterskloof) & Devonshire Ln (Winterskloof).

Monday 20 May: No shutdowns planned

Tuesday 21 May:

Hilton Zone 6 BPT6.1 & BPT6.2: The whole of worlds view area, Old Howick road, Arlington Cr, Sedgley Pl.

Hilton Zone 4 BPT4.2: Ridge Cl, Joseph Chamberlain, Highland road, first Ave

Hilton PRV12.2: Rotunda complex

Hilton PRV7.1: Hillside Rd, Misty Rd, Hillary Rd, Tensing Tr, Rimula Rd, Mallory Rd, Mackinder Rd, Irvine Rd, Summit Rd, Wills Cl, Field Cr.

Wednesday 22 May:

Hilton PRV7.2 & PRV7.3: BergviewRd, Ridge Rd, Buck Rd, Rusoord Rd, Panorama Rd,

Hilton BM3 & PRV3.1: Crompton Rd, Dalry Rd, Lower Valley Rd, Willow Ln, Sylvan Gr.

Hilton PRV4.2 Joseph Chamberlain, First Ave.

15 May2019

St Anne’s Matric Student is SA Junior Derby Champion

st annes copySt Anne’s Diocesan College Matric Student, Jessica Woollam, competed at the recent SA Junior Derby show held in Johannesburg from 10 – 12 May and was awarded the title of SA Junior Derby Champion for 2019. 

Together with her horse Bono, they qualified highest and were the last to jump out of the 14 competitors on a challenging course that had 21 jumps in total. They were the only clear round in the competition.

Jessica was also awarded the Victor Ludorum Prize for the 1.30m/1.35m classes as she had 2 second places in the other events.

 Images supplied by Denford Studios.

 News supplied by St Anne's Diocesan College.

10 May2019

Grace College Golf Star wins the 2019 KZN Open

Nikhil GopalNikhil Gopal, Head Boy of Grace College, played in the KZN Open on the 3rd to 5th of May at Beachwood Country Club in Durban. The Tournament is a Golf RSA National Open Amateur event.
Nikhil played a solid and consistent game to secure the competitive edge over players from across South Africa, winning by two shots over the second placed competitor, Casey Jarvis from Ekhuruleni. Major Championship winners Gary Player, Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel, among other South African golf stars, have previously won this prestigious tournament.

Pictured above: Grace College golf star Nikhil Gopal with his 2019 KZN Open medal.
News supplied by Grace College.
10 May2019

Laddsworth Cub receives Leaping Wolf Badge

Joshua CramerJoshua Cramer, a Grade 5 pupil at Laddsworth Primary School, and a member of the Hilton 1st Cubs and Scouts, completed his Leaping Wolf Badge. The Leaping Wolf is the highest badge a Cub can achieve.

He received his badge on the 10th April in Howick.
09 May2019

1st place at Show Jumping for Laddsworth Horse Rider

Megan with ponyMegan Gibbs, a Grade 3 pupil at Laddsworth Primary School, competed in a SANESA Horse Riding Show at Buffelsbosch Equestrian Estate on Sunday 28 April 2019.
Megan rode for Laddsworth Primary School and achieved three 1st place Rosettes for Jumping and Farm Pony.
Megan Gibbs (Grade 3) on her pony Tipuana Pixie.
News supplied by Laddsworth Primary School.
07 May2019

About Joanne Hain Architect

joanne hain architect hiltonJoanne says, 'I am a fully qualified and registered architectural professional working out of Hilton, the Midlands and the Central Drakensberg region.

Architecture is a great combination of my passion and talents; I love being creative, problem-solving and interacting with people. Although I enjoy all aspects of architecture, I especially enjoy residential projects. I think it is a real privilege to work closely with clients to achieve a space that works perfectly for their individual needs. I find renovations especially interesting and I am always struck by how even the smallest positive changes can make a huge difference to a space and the lives of those living in it.

I qualified with my Masters in Architecture from the University of Cape Town and I am a SACAP (South African Council for Architectural Professionals) registered architectural professional with experience in residential new builds and renovations. I relocated to Hilton this year from the Central Drakensberg and while I am continuing my work in there I am looking forward to expanding to this beautiful area.

I believe that good design is worth investing in; beautiful places deserve beautiful spaces.' We welcome Joanne Hain to Hilton.

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06 May2019

Knight Security Solutions works hand-in-hand with SAPS (Law Enforcement)

KSSHilton SAPS
“Over the last 6 months Knight Security Solutions (KSS) has been assisting members from the Hilton Police Station with Crime Prevention Operations to combat the increase in House Breakings, Theft out of M/vehicle and Theft of M/Vehicles in the Hilton residential areas. Combined operations have been planned in accordance to the Crime Threat Analysis and Crime Pattern Analysis. These operations have included vehicle patrols, foot patrols in the residential areas as well as observation duties in the plantations and along the railway line that runs through Hilton area. The information on hand is that the criminals are using the plantations and the railway line to gain access to the residential areas to avoid detection.
A good working relationship has been established between the Hilton SAPS and KSS. By combining our resources our operation have become more effective and this working relationship has had a positive effect with regards to us addressing the crime in Hilton. Hilton Vispol would like to thank the Management of KSS as well as their members who work closely and alongside the members from the Hilton Police Station for their assistance. The KSS members have been very professional and have always had a positive attitude towards the fight against crime. Your assistance is greatly appreciated”. W/O A Salzwedel – Hilton SAPS.
Howick SAPS
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you (Gary and KSS) for the valuable assistance you provide to the SAPS. You are always there helping out whenever and wherever you can. We cannot do it without your expert services. I am very appreciative of your continued assistance and looking forward to maintaining this working relationship. Once again I really appreciate your willingness and commitment to assist when the need arises. It is very helpful to have someone who has the same experience with similar issues on previous projects to offer guidance which goes unnoticed. Keep up the good work. Well done to you and your friendly staff”. Capt. Reddy – Howick SAPS.
KSS Operations update
Due to the recent high volume of crime, KSS has placed more Response vehicles on the ground. This has meant the Response crews have had to be split, but this will ensure better response times and more area coverage. Management are monitoring this accordingly and will ensure that KSS standards are not compromised.
06 May2019

Beautiful Berries and Healthy Herbs at Tanglewood Nursery

berriesThis month Tanglewood Nursery are offering a special on their berries and herbs :
BUY TWO AND GET ONE FREE!!
on Blueberries, Gooseberries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Pea Aubergines etc, as well as on our herbs including Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Mint and three varieties of Lavender - English (Margaret Roberts), Spanish (Stoechas) and French Lavender (see photos below).
We also still have some of our R10.00 specials left over from April :

Daylilies, Lampranthus and Gaillardias are all still only R10.00!!

While stocks last!
See you at the nursery soon!
News supplied by Tanglewood Nursery.
03 May2019

What can I do to help my child learn for exams?

brain 2Today we are talking about exam revision.
One of the most common problems I hear from parents of primary, high school and even from tertiary students when they phone or email to enquire about our programmes is “He/she has no idea how to learn or study!”
Exam time is coming up again and I find that many mothers dread it as much as their children do.
Why?
Because, they tell me, they have to spend hours, after homework, and during weekends, trying to help their child study his or her „learning subjects‟ such as history, geography, natural sciences etc.
They try to help them by doing it in the way they used to study i.e. reading and trying to memorise the facts from notes or text books which are written or typed in long linear sentences and mostly very boring.
They then make summaries which are just as difficult for them to retain……wonderful parents, supporting their children, but it doesn‟t have to be so difficult for you or your child…… Help them learn joyfully.
RESEARCH TELLS US THAT RIGHT-BRAIN VISUALSPATIAL LEARNERS HAVE LONG-TERM VISUAL MEMORIES AND LEARN THROUGH VISUALIZATION NOT MEMORIZATION
Left or Right? The most important thing you can do to help your child to learn more effectively and more joyfully is to know and understand his/her hemispheric learning style !
Our son has no problem doing his homework and studying for exams. I don’t have to worry about him at all…..
Our daughter is very different. She really struggles to learn and remember all the information they need to know... for exams……. Why is my son a happy independent learner and my daughter not?
After years of helping people to discover and use their dominant thinking style, I can almost guarantee that this person’s son is a left brain dominant learner who learns and retains well through listening (in class) and memorizing facts from a text.
The daughter, who is just as intelligent and gifted, but who struggles to understand and remember historical or geographical facts etc through memorization, is a right-brain dominant learner who thinks and learns through 3D images and visualization. The son is an independent and successful learner in school because traditional teaching techniques are designed for the learning or thinking style of left-brain learners. The daughter will always have to rely on her mother if she continues to try to learn using left-brain skills .
When will this change?
Not until the education departments and the curriculum developers understand and embrace these dual, natural ways of hemispheric thinking, and include right-brain thinking skills. Until then, there will always be a definite mismatch between the right-brain dominant student’s learning style and the teaching and assessment methods in the classroom.
Is there anything I can do for my child?
You CAN'T
* change the school curriculum and the left-brain emphasis in school;
* change the way your visual-spatial child has been wired to think and learn best
BUT you CAN 
* take time to discover and understand your child’s thinking and learning style.
* help him/her to change to holistic, visual right-brain strategies that include visualization, Images, colours, drawings when studying.
This will  take time and effort on your part but will be the best investment of your time as you will be guiding  your child towards becoming a happier and more independent learner.
*show you and your visual spatial child that he/she is not a failure because right-brain thinking  skills are strengths and not weaknesses, or learning disabilities.
*help to make his/her school experience a happier one as s/he gains confidence in his/her  ability to learn.
Ask for information on our Student Learning Styles Programme; (G4-adult) Beryl: 0824574031 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
We celebrate the legacy of Tony Buzan, who died earlier this month from a heart attack. Buzan who created the ultimate visual thinking tool of mindmapping®, now used by millions of people around the world, told Biz News’s Alec Hogg.that “mindmapping was created after he studied 100 historical geniuses and discovered that they did their thinking in full-colour images, not words.” That spurred him into designing a process everyone can use, and which has changed the lives of millions of people of all ages. For visual-spatial students it is a really special learning and thinking tool.that enables them to learn like they think.

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