1 Alfred County Herald April 2019

Chairman’s Chatter. Chairman’s chirp Well the third rally of 2019 is done and dusted, wow how time flies. The good news is that we have the rest of the year still to enjoy our caravanning rallies. We eventually managed to arrange a suit- able date and time and we travelled up in convoy to Mary Neethling’s farm in Oribi Gorge to visit and wish her a belated 90th birthday. She is unfortunately no longer rallying, sold her caravan and bakkie and is now sporting a zippy new car. Thanks to the committee as well as Marian, Siep, Foxy https://www.awardrv.com.au/ and Ann for also joining us. We had a delightful morning, and all admired her beautiful garden with many varieties of Cycads and other exotic plants. Some of the ladies were fortunate enough to be given some plants to take home for their gardens. On behalf of all the members I would once again like to wish her all the very best and thank her for the many years of friendship. We are going to miss her immensely and invite her to visit us at any rally for a cup of tea and a chat. Our next rally is the Pedal Car rally at Karridene, so far, we have had 7 confirmed bookings. For those who may still want to at- tend please contact Glenda urgently. Sunshine Coast region are the hosts and they go to a lot of trouble and effort to make it a fun filled weekend so let’s reciprocate and support them. That’s all folks, hopefully see you all at Karridene.

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Committee 2018/19 Chairman Louis Mante 083-301 5348 039-312 5614 Vice Chairman Neil Booker 083-631 6150 Chief Rally Marshal 039-314 4067 Banking Details: Secretary Glenda Booker 083-631 6148 Caravan Club of S A - Alfred County Treasurer 039-314 4067 Nedbank Public Relations Chas Jansen 083-656 2674 Marine Drive Shelly Beach Officer 039-681 2703 Branch Code : 14 25 28 Smous Marilyn Mante 083-274 4028 Account No. : 142 504 1809 039-312 5614 Use your surname as reference. Scribe Johan von 0828297811 NB. If paying EFT R20.00 Rally fees + park fees. Backström NB If a National rally + R10.00 Committee Member Huibrecht von 0849511066 for Imali Backström

Alfred County Herald 1 2 REPORT ON THE MITTENWALD RALLY. The Mittenwald rally was a huge success, not only the festive atmosphere, but the tranquillity, vast areas of grass and lots of shade. When we arrived there was a little confusion as where the main gate was, but sorted out quickly. It was also that part of the season where wild fig trees dropped small little figs fairly regularly.

Friday was the official start of the rally and by the afternoon there were seven vans park in close proximity to each other. The Marshalls were Johan and Breggie. They went out of their way to make everybody feel wel- come by delivering the weekend program by hand and to fit in a “little kuiertjie” with each arriving to set up camp. Johan and Breggie had arranged home made hamburgers for Friday evening. When looking at the que it was evident that the campers were hungry and eager to taste the ham- mies. Once the eating started, a quietness descended on the group and according to facial expressions, it seems that it was thoroughly enjoyed. I must give a very special recognition to Breggie who applied her secret recipe in preparing the patties—well done! Louis was caught helping himself with the “brandoffers” left in the skottel. Siep was checking up on whether he should participate or not. Re- gardless of his initial indecision he could not resist keeping his hand away from the skottel. If this was Friday, the question is how the Saturday would be like.

The Saturday started of with the sun shining very nicely. A good day for going to the beach. The Foxcrofts, Neil Brooker, Siep van Gaelen and the von Backstroms went to Port Edward beach during the morning where they really enjoyed the surf. In the afternoon we had the Chairman’s tea without tea, there was load shed- ding. Never the less it did not stop us to play “matches”. They were shown “match” puzzles upon which they had to solve a problem. Louis Mante emerged as the person who were able to think out of the box—well done Louis. Saturday evening was reserved for our communal braai. The resort did not have proper braai facilities which meant another plan had to be made. There is a say- ing that a boer can make a plan, however, campers have a plan. We then used our own braaiers. The only problem that occurred was out of our control—it start- ed to rain, we all rushed for our umbrellas. This did not stop us to have a very nice braai. Sunday was time for a church service led by Anne Foxcroft—thanks Anne!!. At twelve it was time for our friendlies. Denise Wortmann was the fines mistress and what joy did she have in issuing fines. The fines collector was her husband Mike. The person who the wooden spoon was awarded to was Albert Firma- ni. Well done Albert, you are a worthy carrier of this award.

Breggie was the winner of Imali and with this the activities Mittenwald rally came to an end. With thanks to all who participated in the rally.

Alfred County Herald 2 3 ALFRED COUNTY ACHIEVEMENTS One of our members achieved a well deserved milestone in her life. Mary Neethling became 90 years old and what a graceful person she is. To commemorate this event, the committee and some members of Alfred County went out to her place in Oribi Gorge. It was such a privilege to be with her. We were treated with beautiful bird- life, a swallow feeding its small. Some of our ladies also took a walk through Mary’s garden with beautiful plants to be taken with

Younger members. The boys of Gerhard and Jackie Steyn are excelling at school as well as in post matric studying. It is a privilege for us to report on their achievements are as follows: Rudi He is playing for the 3rd year 1st team Cricket and rugby. He is also enjoying club rugby – SC Warriors. Rudi was also selected as Mr Suid Natal.

Andre and Rudi, who is currently in Gr 12, have also been chosen a prefects for their schools. Andre Captain for 1st team Hockey , cricket and rugby & also for SC Warriors rugby club. He is selected to go play 7’s rugby tourna- ment in Mauritius. He made the Craven week rugby last year for school and club.

Apart from being selected to participate in the Glenwood Invitational rugby team touring Dubai, he was also 3rd in the Natal control cart racing TT01 class.

Jay Dee Currently studying Hotel Management in .

It is so nice to see how proud parents supports their children in their living of life. Well done guys!!! Please keep us up to date with your achievements.

Alfred County Herald 3 4 NB!!!!! Alfred County members. Included below is an e-mail from René Stroebel on the Pedal Car event. You are friendly requested to really con- sider attending this event. If interested, on page 5 you are reminded to contact Glenda Booker on this important event on our rally calendar.

From: Rene Stroebel [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 1:44 PM To: All Natal - CCSA; Colin & Meg Chaplin; Stephan Spieker; [email protected]; President CCSA; natalpro- vincial@caravanclubsa. org. za Subject: PEDAL CARS 2019

FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL YOUR MEMBERS PLEASE ......

Good Day Everyone,

The numbers of attendance for Pedal Cars have over the years dwindled and yet again this year it started off slow and was very low yesterday morning. A number of intentions has since come in and we are to date on 83. Besides Rally Natal, Pedal Cars is the only event that takes place that should make us as a Province proud of what we have achieved with it over many years. There are no other Rally like this in the CCSA and although Goefy Games of the Northern Provinces has a similar to our Rally Natal it does not come close to the Pedal Cars in my opinion. The amount of work that goes into organising this rally is no less if there are lessor members attending, and I wish to plead with all those that have not yet responded, or has declined to come, to re-think their choice and join Pedal Cars this year. The work that Sunshine Coast Members put in is phenomenal.

I am aware that the high cost for travelling for some Regions like North Coast, Midlands and Alfred County could have an impact on attendance, but Regions in and around Durban do not have distance as an issue and hence my plight for them to attend. I wish to request that Committees make an effort to try and get members to send in there intentions. The costs are low and even those single members that are camping have now got a reduced rate compared to the families.

We are standing on 83 confirmed members attending the rally at this stage : Alfred County (7) Highway (8) Midlands (21) Natal (20) Nomads (3) North Coast (15) Sunshine Coast (11) Sunshine Coast has confirmed that they will take more intention until1 April which is the final date of fees to be paid over. Come let us support them.

If you are uncertain whether you will be able to attend or not, I suggest you give Dixie and Yvonne a call and speak to them about your problem and I am sure they will be able to assist one way or another. Dixie is on : 083 415 5915. Kind regards, René Stroebel Provincial Councilor

Alfred County Herald 4 5 PEDAL CAR—KARRIDENE HOLIDAY RESORT

Karridene Caravan Park, the place where Pedal car will be held is located on the Kwazulu-Natal Natal South Coast, between the Umzimbazi Lagoon and . It is the perfect base for exploring the Natals South Coast attractions and being a mere 20 minutes from Durban for those seeking the thrill of the bright city lights. However, with Pedal car I do not think there will be time for that

For those who have stayed there, Karridene Caravan Park and Holiday Resort is a modern and extremely popular holiday resort that is renowned for its friendly hospi- tality and excellent service. Karridene Caravan Park and Holiday Resort offers all the facilities you would expect from a modern well-run resort.

Karridene Caravan Park and Holiday Resort is well situated to be a "One Stop" holi- day resort. Each of the caravan stands is powered by 220 amp electrical supply and with television connections. Our large spacious sites with fresh water outlets are strategically placed.

Seven caravans from Alfred County will attend the rally. If there is anyone who might be interested still, contact Glenda URGENTLY at as space is limited.

Karridene Caravan Park and Holiday Resort is supporting the Caravan Club of for the Pedal Car event.

OCTOBER ANNIVERSARIES 15th Leonard and Wanda Cronje

APRIL BIRTHDAYS 9th Laraine Coetzer 19th George Drake 23rd Patricia Denford 29th Jeanette Schaper and Eldred Stott

Please keep the following members in your thoughts and prayers. Scribe’s Scribbles Ron Meekings—out of hospital If you are on the road during this holiday season, please Ron Shaper—fighting cancer drive carefully and safe towing. Maybe we should ask Neil Brooker to post a short and James_5:15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the clean joke on a monthly basis. sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.

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