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ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (Helderberg) - Gordons Bay/Somerset West Area - GIZMO is still waiting. This is not good. After his original human family dropped him off at AWS, he sat at the gate for weeks waiting for them to come back. He needs another family to stand up and come and fetch him. Because not all humans are the same. Call 021 856 0597.
Video clip of this morning's thunderstorm show!:
Local tourism stalwart, Avril Small passed away on Thursday 26th January 2012. Avril owned and managed two self catering units in Miller Street, Gordons Bay – ‘The Penthouse’ and ‘Honeymoon Suite’ for a number of years.
Avril's Memorial service will be on Tuesday 31 January 2012 at 3pm at the Strand Methodist Church 36 Church Street.
‘The Penthouse’ and ‘Honeymoon Suite’ will continue to operate, and will now fall under the management of Di Nosworthy of GB Tourism & Accom Centre.
Our sincere condolences to Avril’s family, friends and business associates.
The Gordon’s Bay Business Forum meeting is on Wednesday 1st February 2012 at 08:00 at the Boat Angling Club House. Agenda is here.
Take a visit/tour to explore the fascinating world of hydroelectricity at the Palmiet Pumped Storage Scheme and Visitor's Centre.
After which I am sure you will be encouraged to conserve electricity to relieve the heavy burden on our power supply so that we can avoid power outages.
Above is a photo of the Christmas group of Gordon's Bay Residents Association and holiday makers that went on this two hour tour with Liesel, the Eskom hostess. We all were most impressed to see this unique and incredibe Power Station that supplies electricity, which unfortuntly we all just take for granted.
Tours are free but bookings are essential:
Contact Liesel Sherwood-Adcock, Palmiet Visitor's Centre on 021 859 2690 for more information
Email: Liesel Sherwood-Adcock <liesel.sherwood-adcock@eskom.co.za>
Important -- Please note:
Children of all ages can visit the visitors centre, but only children over the age of 16 years old can go on the tour of the Pumped Storage Power Station
Please wear sturdy shoes, no slip-slops or sandals
Directions:
Take the N2 over Sir Lowry's Pass, pass Steenbras Dam on the right and then 2-3KM further turn right into the Rockview Dam turn-off to the Eskom visitors centre
A poetic film by Gordons bay's very own Riaan Hendricks about the Animal Welfare Society and their struggle to preserve the lives of unwanted companion pets stemming from an over population crisis. Shot locally, thought provoking, stirring stuff. For more info, go to www.indiegogo.com/wilddog
Gordons bay Winter Wonderland January 2012 Newletter just released. Read it here
Organisers Jaco Roets and Peter Venter.
Thirty eight wineries participated in the Wine on the Water show organised by Jaco Roets and sponsored by Peter Venter, Villa Via Hotel, Spar Gordon’s Bay, Gordon’s Bay Security and Swift Events. The concept was the brainchild of estate agent, Jaco Roets, who wanted to create an event to showcase Gordon’s Bay and the spectacular views the luxury Villa Via Hotel has to offer.
Hosted on the boardwalk of the Villa Via Hotel more than 500 visitors tasted over 100 wines from both well-established producers such as Fleur du Cap and Rickety Bridge and lesser known wineries such as Usana, The High Road and Mitre’s Edge. Producers hailed from all corners of the South African wine world including Hermanus and Piketberg. Visitors were treated to snacks and had the opportunity to taste the wines in beautiful big complimentary wine glasses. All the wines could be purchased by order form and the wineries enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and new markets they could subject their product to.
To quote one of the visitors “Only you guys (Jaco Roets and Peter Venter) could pull off such a classy wonderful event. Well done! People are going to talk about this one for a long time. It was superbly organized. Great choices of wines. Stunning venue. Such lovely, lovely people attended. Everyone that I chatted to really enjoyed it. What a lovely day!” – Di Nosworthy.
A painting by Eddie Barton was on silent auction and all the proceeds from the auction and ticket sales went to the NSRI showing the commitment of the organisers to give back to the local Gordon’s Bay community.
The organisers hope to make this a yearly event so if you require any information please contact Jaco Roets on 021 856 5050 or wineonthewatershow@gmail.com.
The Mayor meets members of the Gordons Bay Police.
The GORDON’S BAY VILLAGE ACTION GROUP's Barbara Louw speaks to the audience.
A healthy turn out of Helderberg residents at the Gordons bay Yacht club.
More info on the meeting coming soon.
Please visit our website www.manoronthebay.co.za for our rates and
email us on manorotb@mweb.co.za
or phone us on 021-856 3260 for bookings
Warm Regards
Hanel van Reenen
GORDON’S BAY VILLAGE ACTION GROUP
VENUE: Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club
DATE: 12.11.11
TIME: 12 for 12.30pm – 2.30pm
PARKING: Between the Yacht Club and Harbour Lights from 12-2.30 @ standard gate rate of R2.50.
LUNCH TICKETS: R50.00 per person (for those who wish to share lunch with the Mayor.)
To facilitate luncheon arrangements, please phone to book your meal.
For tickets please contact:
Elizabeth Freislich: 082 923 8869
Rika du Toit: 083 733 9917
Barbara Louw: 082 570 1045
Kind regards
Paula de Coito
082 555 9318
Ashley John Hayes, aged 4 years, born at 900g, and grew to be this amazing young little man. A vibrant, loving, energetic boy, was diagnosed with Kidney Cancer on the 16th July 2011. He had 4 chemo sessions to shrink the mass from 21cm to 8cm, and then went for his operation to have the cancer, kidney and some Adrenal gland. The mass was 385 grams when it was removed. He recovered remarkably fast, and was out of the hospital within 3 days! Then came more news: Subsequent to the histology tests, he has been diagnosed, with Stage 1, but level 3 (aggressive) cancer. This means extremely high risk of spreading further, if not dealt with. Doctors have put him on 27 weeks of triple chemo sessions. Medical aid has not covered all the hospital costs, and off course the care when he is at home also needs to be covered with a full time carer during the day. (his mom has to work). He may not go to school, to avoid any possible infections and or other childhood diseases. He has a twin sister, and an older brother of 10 years, who are warriors and real cowboy/girl in their own right to keep him upbeat. When this is all done, he needs an eye operation, to straighten his eyes.
Ironically, this is in aid for him, and its a dance! He loves dancing and music!
Keep him in your thoughts and prayers, especially when you see little people laugh, play, and dance. He is truly a ray of light!
Thank you for taking an interest.
The Hayes and Burrows family.
For those that can help, herewith:
Ashley John Hayes
Absa – Savings Account number 9264022263 B/C 632005
Gordons Bay residents were treated to rare sightings of two wild Cape leopards – trapped in a residential garden.
Conservation official Hayley-May Wittridge, the area manager of biodiversity for the Gordons Bay area, said the drama took place off Suikerbossie Drive, high on the mountainside above the imposing multistorey houses which overlook Clarence Drive and False Bay.
A resident called Wittridge’s office yesterday morning to say she had gone downstairs and looked into her garden, only to see two leopards.
“We believe it was most likely a mother and a sub-adult cub,” Wittridge explained.
She and a team had gone to the address.
The garden was densely vegetated, she said, and upon rounding a corner, she had startled the big cats. “The mother let me know that she was not happy,” Wittridge said.
People in the area had then been warned to stay indoors.
“One woman had been about to walk her Maltese terrier and we asked her to please wait,” Wittridge said.
A team of experts had been summoned to be on standby to dart the animals if required, “but we were still confident that they would be able to find an escape route by themselves”.
A team of scouts had been posted for several hours until they were certain the creatures had made their way back up the mountainside into the fynbos which stretches towards the Steenbras Dam.
Wittridge expressed delight at the sightings and said they believed there were at least 11 leopards in the mountains between the Helderberg and across the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, which lies between the coastal towns of Gordons Bay, Rooi Els and Kleinmond and the mountains above Grabouw.
More info here
A busy weekend with the beautiful weather and a very successful National Braai Day! Well done to all the organisers!
The Gordon's Bay Business Forum has a new logo. What do we all think of it:
What we would like you to do is the following:
• Draw a picture of the mascot you would like to see – you can do it in colour or black and white
• Be sure to put your name and surname on the back of the mascot picture
• A contact number
• Drop off your picture in the box at Gordon’s Bay Spar
• Or scan and email your picture to info@unlimitevents.co.za
Prizes to be won, including a trip on NSRI Station 9 boat – Jack Riley.
Competition closes: 30 September 2011
Celebrating the 100th member is from left to right: Marot Paulsen, Kevin Wearing, Danie Miller (Chairman), Karin van der Westhuizen, Lester Burrow and Jeanette Loring.
The Gordons Bay Business Forum (GBBF), which started on 10th July 2010, had cause for celebration this week when the 100th member joined. Says chairman Danie Miller, “Perhaps the success of our recent Winter Wonderland and Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay Road Race, has given confidence in the effectiveness of the Forum and has attracted several more members who want to make Gordon’s Bay a great place to live and do business.”
“Members exchange ideas, offer their talents, consult with authorities and organise events to promote the village and thus increase tourism. We support local business and their success results in improved services, more attractive premises and increased employment - thus the entire community benefits!”
“Some incorrectly think that the Forum aims to sweep away the heritage of the village in favour of lucrative development. Our heritage is a beautiful and important asset of Gordon’s Bay and must, where possible, be preserved and restored,” says Danie.
Says Deputy Chair Kevin Wearing, “Our philosophy is positive interaction and inclusiveness so new business members and ideas are welcomed. The current portfolios are: Events, Tourism and Marketing, Security and Police Forum, Town Planning, Heritage and Village Upgrading. If you are passionate about Gordon’s Bay, join the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum and together we can work towards the improvement of our village!”
Membership fees are R100 per year and meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 08h00 at the Boat Angling Clubhouse in Harbour Island (Note, previously meetings were on Thursdays!) Contact Danie Miller: dm@danmil.co.za
Mojito's is a traditional Cuban Restaurant and Pub that serves wonderful cocktails! Cuban food for those of you not yet familiar with it is a fusion of Spanish, African and Caribbean cuisines. Their company motto is 'Mojito's -Experience a Revoution in your taste buds' and we really feel this will be the case once you have tried their Jalepeno Poppers and Peri Peri Chicken! They have some wonderful specials on at the moment, particularly the Prawn Special which is only R69 for 20 prawns! The best news is they are offering a special 20% discount on meals to all members of the Gordon's Bay Business Forum!
Mojito's is situated on the Beach Road in Gordons Bay, they are no.6 & 7 The Old Cape Mall. They can be contacted on 021 8561670 or you are welcome to email them on karinvdw@gbprimary.co.za. Their Website is www.mojitoelmar.co.za Lets continue to make sure we support ALL local business owners by visiting their businesses, restaurants and using their services...Together we can make Gordons Bay a better place!
Jane Otton cuts a striking pose on her horse with Gordons bay in the background. Our district has a wealth of activities. Should we do more to promote horse riding? Tweet your answers on @gordonsbaysa
and they are off!
runners on their way back from Bikini Beach
Rescue dogs being trained in GB paid a visit
some happy medal winners!
On behalf of Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay, I would like to take this opportunity to thank every individual and business involved in making our first 21km Road Race and 5 Km Fun Run held on Sunday the 7th of August a great success.
Special mention of thanks to the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum for their ongoing support with specific mention to our Chairman Danie Miller, Lester Burrow, Jeanette Loring (PRO) and Ian Sutherland.
I would also like to take the opportunity to thank the following sponsors of the various water tables and the effort they put in, making this event a fun filled day:
• BP Gordon’s Bay
• Infinite Carpet Cleaners
• Fire Wise
• Baychem Pharmacy
• Homelink Properties
• 24 SEVEN Plumbers
Also many thanks to the wonderful Spot Prizes we received from the following sponsors:
• 18 On Kloof Guesthouse, Gordon’s Bay
• 22 Van Wijk Street Guesthouse, Franschhoek
• Blue Horizon Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Celtic Manor
• Danie Bezuidenhout
• Deon’s Transport
• Gordon’s Bay Spar
• Healthcliff Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Infinite Carpet Cleaners
• Leapfrog Support Office
• Le Bay Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Meltz Tavern
• Mojito’s
• OOBA - Home Finance
• Reg-it
• SA Home Loans
• Status Aluminum
• Trawlers (also for the registration facilities)
• Whatever Manufacturing
Last but not least, many thanks to every person who participated in these events. Especially the many residents of Gordon’s Bay, members of the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum, the Ratepayers Association of Gordon’s Bay, Ward Councilor Johan Middleton, the Strand Athletic Club under the auspices this event was organized, with special mention to Stefan Diener, Lester Burrow and his committee.
We are looking forward to a bigger and better event, promoting Gordon’s Bay next year!
Kind Regards
Kevin Wearing
Principal – Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay / Vice Chairman GBBF
lies a small park, forlorn and forgotten by most of the residents of the town. Just a few people now take a walk up to the duck pond to feed the ducks and geese and occasionally children use the playground.
Mr Theo Pollock, an electrical engineer with the municipality, for whom the park is named, cultivated this open Municipal ground. His vision at the time was to create an eclectic area, half natural growth and the other half cultivated with waterfalls, bridges, a duck pond and flowerbeds. In the past Mr Pollock and his team of helpers diligently maintained all these and, we are told by inhabitants who frequented it, “the park was a joy to stroll in, taking some bread with to feed the ducks.”
Unfortunately, after Mr Pollock’s retirement, the ground fell into disrepair; fences around the pond collapsed, poles from the bridges were stolen and the flowerbeds, left un-watered, died.
No one seemed to notice or care, except for one man, Gustave Ziehl, who for the last 20 years has, at his own expense, repaired the bridges to the best of his ability, re-introduced geese to the pond and fed the ducks. He and his neighbour, Mr Theuns Wilds, hired a digger and deepened the dam so as to provide more water for the birds. Even wild geese returned there each year to breed.
But then, much to his dismay, last month workers from the Municipality arrived, cut down all the reeds and poison-sprayed the area to inhibit any re-growth. “I was very upset,” said Mr Ziehl, “because the reeds were the breeding place for the geese, it also sheltered the chicks and guarded them against stray dogs who can quite easily enter the area because of the damaged fences.”
If you’d like to take the children or grandchildren to feed the ducks and geese, Pollock Park is between Hillside and Ryger Streets. Driving along Sir Lowry’s Road from Faure Marine Drive (towards the N2), turn right at the next road after the traffic lights, into Bredell Road, which will lead you directly to the park. Turn right at the T junction and this will take you around the park.
Are there any more caring folks out there who, like Mr Ziehl, are concerned for the welfare of the park and its birds? Maybe enthusiastic gardeners in Gordon’s Bay would like to adopt a corner of the park and once again cultivate the flowerbeds, repair the bridges and fix the fence. If so, contact us at the Gordon’s Bay Reviews 021 856 3792, and we will liaise with other interested parties.
ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (Helderberg) - Gordons Bay/Somerset West Area - GIZMO is still waiting. This is not good. After his original human family dropped him off at AWS, he sat at the gate for weeks waiting for them to come back. He needs another family to stand up and come and fetch him. Because not all humans are the same. Call 021 856 0597.
Video clip of this morning's thunderstorm show!:
Local tourism stalwart, Avril Small passed away on Thursday 26th January 2012. Avril owned and managed two self catering units in Miller Street, Gordons Bay – ‘The Penthouse’ and ‘Honeymoon Suite’ for a number of years.
Avril's Memorial service will be on Tuesday 31 January 2012 at 3pm at the Strand Methodist Church 36 Church Street.
‘The Penthouse’ and ‘Honeymoon Suite’ will continue to operate, and will now fall under the management of Di Nosworthy of GB Tourism & Accom Centre.
Our sincere condolences to Avril’s family, friends and business associates.
The Gordon’s Bay Business Forum meeting is on Wednesday 1st February 2012 at 08:00 at the Boat Angling Club House. Agenda is here.
Take a visit/tour to explore the fascinating world of hydroelectricity at the Palmiet Pumped Storage Scheme and Visitor's Centre.
After which I am sure you will be encouraged to conserve electricity to relieve the heavy burden on our power supply so that we can avoid power outages.
Above is a photo of the Christmas group of Gordon's Bay Residents Association and holiday makers that went on this two hour tour with Liesel, the Eskom hostess. We all were most impressed to see this unique and incredibe Power Station that supplies electricity, which unfortuntly we all just take for granted.
Tours are free but bookings are essential:
Contact Liesel Sherwood-Adcock, Palmiet Visitor's Centre on 021 859 2690 for more information
Email: Liesel Sherwood-Adcock <liesel.sherwood-adcock@eskom.co.za>
Important -- Please note:
Children of all ages can visit the visitors centre, but only children over the age of 16 years old can go on the tour of the Pumped Storage Power Station
Please wear sturdy shoes, no slip-slops or sandals
Directions:
Take the N2 over Sir Lowry's Pass, pass Steenbras Dam on the right and then 2-3KM further turn right into the Rockview Dam turn-off to the Eskom visitors centre
A poetic film by Gordons bay's very own Riaan Hendricks about the Animal Welfare Society and their struggle to preserve the lives of unwanted companion pets stemming from an over population crisis. Shot locally, thought provoking, stirring stuff. For more info, go to www.indiegogo.com/wilddog
Gordons bay Winter Wonderland January 2012 Newletter just released. Read it here
Wine on the Water 19 November 2011
Sun-soaked visitors enjoyed great wines at what has been described by most as the perfect setting at the inaugural Wine on the Water wine show presented by Peter Venter and held at the Villa Via Hotel in Gordon’s Bay this past Saturday, 19 November 2011.Organisers Jaco Roets and Peter Venter.
Thirty eight wineries participated in the Wine on the Water show organised by Jaco Roets and sponsored by Peter Venter, Villa Via Hotel, Spar Gordon’s Bay, Gordon’s Bay Security and Swift Events. The concept was the brainchild of estate agent, Jaco Roets, who wanted to create an event to showcase Gordon’s Bay and the spectacular views the luxury Villa Via Hotel has to offer.
Hosted on the boardwalk of the Villa Via Hotel more than 500 visitors tasted over 100 wines from both well-established producers such as Fleur du Cap and Rickety Bridge and lesser known wineries such as Usana, The High Road and Mitre’s Edge. Producers hailed from all corners of the South African wine world including Hermanus and Piketberg. Visitors were treated to snacks and had the opportunity to taste the wines in beautiful big complimentary wine glasses. All the wines could be purchased by order form and the wineries enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and new markets they could subject their product to.
To quote one of the visitors “Only you guys (Jaco Roets and Peter Venter) could pull off such a classy wonderful event. Well done! People are going to talk about this one for a long time. It was superbly organized. Great choices of wines. Stunning venue. Such lovely, lovely people attended. Everyone that I chatted to really enjoyed it. What a lovely day!” – Di Nosworthy.
A painting by Eddie Barton was on silent auction and all the proceeds from the auction and ticket sales went to the NSRI showing the commitment of the organisers to give back to the local Gordon’s Bay community.
The organisers hope to make this a yearly event so if you require any information please contact Jaco Roets on 021 856 5050 or wineonthewatershow@gmail.com.
MAYOR PATRICIA DE LILLE is introduced to the Helderberg:
The Mayor meets members of the Gordons Bay Police.
The GORDON’S BAY VILLAGE ACTION GROUP's Barbara Louw speaks to the audience.
A healthy turn out of Helderberg residents at the Gordons bay Yacht club.
More info on the meeting coming soon.
Gordon’s Bay Business Forum Members
Manor on the Bay Team offersyou a 30% discount on accommodation for November 2011!Please visit our website www.manoronthebay.co.za for our rates and
email us on manorotb@mweb.co.za
or phone us on 021-856 3260 for bookings
Warm Regards
Hanel van Reenen
The Wonky Donkey closes and Indigo Backpackers opens
Opening on 15 November, just in time for the season is Indigo Backpackers on the site of the long since defunct 'Africas Beach House'. They will also run a small pizzeria on the site.GORDON’S BAY VILLAGE ACTION GROUP
INTRODUCING MAYOR PATRICIA DE LILLE TO THE HELDERBERG:
Please join us in welcoming the Mayor to Gordon’s Bay and the Helderberg for discussion and lunch at the Yacht Club.VENUE: Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club
DATE: 12.11.11
TIME: 12 for 12.30pm – 2.30pm
PARKING: Between the Yacht Club and Harbour Lights from 12-2.30 @ standard gate rate of R2.50.
LUNCH TICKETS: R50.00 per person (for those who wish to share lunch with the Mayor.)
To facilitate luncheon arrangements, please phone to book your meal.
For tickets please contact:
Elizabeth Freislich: 082 923 8869
Rika du Toit: 083 733 9917
Barbara Louw: 082 570 1045
Major new annual event: "Wine on the Water"
for more info, click hereAshley John Hayes dance
I am organising a dance at the Boat Angling club on the 28th of October 2011 (Friday), if there is anyone who can contribute or help in any way it would be greatly appreciated.Kind regards
Paula de Coito
082 555 9318
Ashley John Hayes, aged 4 years, born at 900g, and grew to be this amazing young little man. A vibrant, loving, energetic boy, was diagnosed with Kidney Cancer on the 16th July 2011. He had 4 chemo sessions to shrink the mass from 21cm to 8cm, and then went for his operation to have the cancer, kidney and some Adrenal gland. The mass was 385 grams when it was removed. He recovered remarkably fast, and was out of the hospital within 3 days! Then came more news: Subsequent to the histology tests, he has been diagnosed, with Stage 1, but level 3 (aggressive) cancer. This means extremely high risk of spreading further, if not dealt with. Doctors have put him on 27 weeks of triple chemo sessions. Medical aid has not covered all the hospital costs, and off course the care when he is at home also needs to be covered with a full time carer during the day. (his mom has to work). He may not go to school, to avoid any possible infections and or other childhood diseases. He has a twin sister, and an older brother of 10 years, who are warriors and real cowboy/girl in their own right to keep him upbeat. When this is all done, he needs an eye operation, to straighten his eyes. Ironically, this is in aid for him, and its a dance! He loves dancing and music!
Keep him in your thoughts and prayers, especially when you see little people laugh, play, and dance. He is truly a ray of light!
Thank you for taking an interest.
The Hayes and Burrows family.
For those that can help, herewith:
Ashley John Hayes
Absa – Savings Account number 9264022263 B/C 632005
Cape leopards – trapped in a residential garden!
Gordons Bay residents were treated to rare sightings of two wild Cape leopards – trapped in a residential garden.Conservation official Hayley-May Wittridge, the area manager of biodiversity for the Gordons Bay area, said the drama took place off Suikerbossie Drive, high on the mountainside above the imposing multistorey houses which overlook Clarence Drive and False Bay.
A resident called Wittridge’s office yesterday morning to say she had gone downstairs and looked into her garden, only to see two leopards.
“We believe it was most likely a mother and a sub-adult cub,” Wittridge explained.
She and a team had gone to the address.
The garden was densely vegetated, she said, and upon rounding a corner, she had startled the big cats. “The mother let me know that she was not happy,” Wittridge said.
People in the area had then been warned to stay indoors.
“One woman had been about to walk her Maltese terrier and we asked her to please wait,” Wittridge said.
A team of experts had been summoned to be on standby to dart the animals if required, “but we were still confident that they would be able to find an escape route by themselves”.
A team of scouts had been posted for several hours until they were certain the creatures had made their way back up the mountainside into the fynbos which stretches towards the Steenbras Dam.
Wittridge expressed delight at the sightings and said they believed there were at least 11 leopards in the mountains between the Helderberg and across the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, which lies between the coastal towns of Gordons Bay, Rooi Els and Kleinmond and the mountains above Grabouw.
The Gordon’s Bay Residents Association AGM
to be held at the Boat Angling Club, Harbour Island on Thursday 6th October 2011, at 18h00More info here
A busy weekend with the beautiful weather and a very successful National Braai Day! Well done to all the organisers!
The Gordon's Bay Business Forum has a new logo. What do we all think of it:
Mascot Competition
NSRI Station 9 is looking for a Mascot and needs your help! We would like YOU to design our Mascot! What reminds you of Sea Rescue? What mascot would you like to see walking around greeting you, shaking your hand and putting a smile on your face?What we would like you to do is the following:
• Draw a picture of the mascot you would like to see – you can do it in colour or black and white
• Be sure to put your name and surname on the back of the mascot picture
• A contact number
• Drop off your picture in the box at Gordon’s Bay Spar
• Or scan and email your picture to info@unlimitevents.co.za
Prizes to be won, including a trip on NSRI Station 9 boat – Jack Riley.
Competition closes: 30 September 2011
The Gordons Bay Business Forum
had cause for celebration this week when the 100th member joined.Celebrating the 100th member is from left to right: Marot Paulsen, Kevin Wearing, Danie Miller (Chairman), Karin van der Westhuizen, Lester Burrow and Jeanette Loring.
The Gordons Bay Business Forum (GBBF), which started on 10th July 2010, had cause for celebration this week when the 100th member joined. Says chairman Danie Miller, “Perhaps the success of our recent Winter Wonderland and Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay Road Race, has given confidence in the effectiveness of the Forum and has attracted several more members who want to make Gordon’s Bay a great place to live and do business.”
“Members exchange ideas, offer their talents, consult with authorities and organise events to promote the village and thus increase tourism. We support local business and their success results in improved services, more attractive premises and increased employment - thus the entire community benefits!”
“Some incorrectly think that the Forum aims to sweep away the heritage of the village in favour of lucrative development. Our heritage is a beautiful and important asset of Gordon’s Bay and must, where possible, be preserved and restored,” says Danie.
Says Deputy Chair Kevin Wearing, “Our philosophy is positive interaction and inclusiveness so new business members and ideas are welcomed. The current portfolios are: Events, Tourism and Marketing, Security and Police Forum, Town Planning, Heritage and Village Upgrading. If you are passionate about Gordon’s Bay, join the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum and together we can work towards the improvement of our village!”
Membership fees are R100 per year and meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 08h00 at the Boat Angling Clubhouse in Harbour Island (Note, previously meetings were on Thursdays!) Contact Danie Miller: dm@danmil.co.za
ENTREPRENEUR of the MONTH : JULY
Danie Miller, Chairman of the Gordons Bay Business Forum is very proud to announce that his chosen Entrepreneurs of the Month for July are the owners of Mojito's Restaurant, namely Mikhail and Eldurette Kunneke and Karin van der Westhuizen. They are very passionate about their Business and since purchasing Mojito's just under a year ago have done wonders with their Business.Mojito's is a traditional Cuban Restaurant and Pub that serves wonderful cocktails! Cuban food for those of you not yet familiar with it is a fusion of Spanish, African and Caribbean cuisines. Their company motto is 'Mojito's -Experience a Revoution in your taste buds' and we really feel this will be the case once you have tried their Jalepeno Poppers and Peri Peri Chicken! They have some wonderful specials on at the moment, particularly the Prawn Special which is only R69 for 20 prawns! The best news is they are offering a special 20% discount on meals to all members of the Gordon's Bay Business Forum!
Mojito's is situated on the Beach Road in Gordons Bay, they are no.6 & 7 The Old Cape Mall. They can be contacted on 021 8561670 or you are welcome to email them on karinvdw@gbprimary.co.za. Their Website is www.mojitoelmar.co.za Lets continue to make sure we support ALL local business owners by visiting their businesses, restaurants and using their services...Together we can make Gordons Bay a better place!
Horse riding in the Helderberg?
Jane Otton cuts a striking pose on her horse with Gordons bay in the background. Our district has a wealth of activities. Should we do more to promote horse riding? Tweet your answers on @gordonsbaysa
Leapfrog Gordon's Bay Road Race on Sunday 7 August
Pics just in. Thanks Edwina Hadfield!and they are off!
runners on their way back from Bikini Beach
Rescue dogs being trained in GB paid a visit
some happy medal winners!
On behalf of Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay, I would like to take this opportunity to thank every individual and business involved in making our first 21km Road Race and 5 Km Fun Run held on Sunday the 7th of August a great success.
Special mention of thanks to the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum for their ongoing support with specific mention to our Chairman Danie Miller, Lester Burrow, Jeanette Loring (PRO) and Ian Sutherland.
I would also like to take the opportunity to thank the following sponsors of the various water tables and the effort they put in, making this event a fun filled day:
• BP Gordon’s Bay
• Infinite Carpet Cleaners
• Fire Wise
• Baychem Pharmacy
• Homelink Properties
• 24 SEVEN Plumbers
Also many thanks to the wonderful Spot Prizes we received from the following sponsors:
• 18 On Kloof Guesthouse, Gordon’s Bay
• 22 Van Wijk Street Guesthouse, Franschhoek
• Blue Horizon Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Celtic Manor
• Danie Bezuidenhout
• Deon’s Transport
• Gordon’s Bay Spar
• Healthcliff Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Infinite Carpet Cleaners
• Leapfrog Support Office
• Le Bay Guest House, Gordon’s Bay
• Meltz Tavern
• Mojito’s
• OOBA - Home Finance
• Reg-it
• SA Home Loans
• Status Aluminum
• Trawlers (also for the registration facilities)
• Whatever Manufacturing
Last but not least, many thanks to every person who participated in these events. Especially the many residents of Gordon’s Bay, members of the Gordon’s Bay Business Forum, the Ratepayers Association of Gordon’s Bay, Ward Councilor Johan Middleton, the Strand Athletic Club under the auspices this event was organized, with special mention to Stefan Diener, Lester Burrow and his committee.
We are looking forward to a bigger and better event, promoting Gordon’s Bay next year!
Kind Regards
Kevin Wearing
Principal – Leapfrog Gordon’s Bay / Vice Chairman GBBF
Celebrating a very special Mandela Day,
Kathy Hendricks, Frances Adams and Francis Ndaba thank all who donated soup greens and bread to make the soup for the Temperance Town Community and especially for the children who play in the park.
In the heart of Gordon’s Bay
lies a small park, forlorn and forgotten by most of the residents of the town. Just a few people now take a walk up to the duck pond to feed the ducks and geese and occasionally children use the playground.Mr Theo Pollock, an electrical engineer with the municipality, for whom the park is named, cultivated this open Municipal ground. His vision at the time was to create an eclectic area, half natural growth and the other half cultivated with waterfalls, bridges, a duck pond and flowerbeds. In the past Mr Pollock and his team of helpers diligently maintained all these and, we are told by inhabitants who frequented it, “the park was a joy to stroll in, taking some bread with to feed the ducks.”
Unfortunately, after Mr Pollock’s retirement, the ground fell into disrepair; fences around the pond collapsed, poles from the bridges were stolen and the flowerbeds, left un-watered, died.
No one seemed to notice or care, except for one man, Gustave Ziehl, who for the last 20 years has, at his own expense, repaired the bridges to the best of his ability, re-introduced geese to the pond and fed the ducks. He and his neighbour, Mr Theuns Wilds, hired a digger and deepened the dam so as to provide more water for the birds. Even wild geese returned there each year to breed.
But then, much to his dismay, last month workers from the Municipality arrived, cut down all the reeds and poison-sprayed the area to inhibit any re-growth. “I was very upset,” said Mr Ziehl, “because the reeds were the breeding place for the geese, it also sheltered the chicks and guarded them against stray dogs who can quite easily enter the area because of the damaged fences.”
If you’d like to take the children or grandchildren to feed the ducks and geese, Pollock Park is between Hillside and Ryger Streets. Driving along Sir Lowry’s Road from Faure Marine Drive (towards the N2), turn right at the next road after the traffic lights, into Bredell Road, which will lead you directly to the park. Turn right at the T junction and this will take you around the park.
Are there any more caring folks out there who, like Mr Ziehl, are concerned for the welfare of the park and its birds? Maybe enthusiastic gardeners in Gordon’s Bay would like to adopt a corner of the park and once again cultivate the flowerbeds, repair the bridges and fix the fence. If so, contact us at the Gordon’s Bay Reviews 021 856 3792, and we will liaise with other interested parties.