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Newsletter | 18 April 2019 NEWSLETTER | 01 January 2018
UPCOMING EVENTS IMPORTANT NOTICE
EASTER SUNDAY SUNSET Dear students, please take note of the following dates: SHOW @ STANFORD
HILLS 01 May (Workers day)(public holiday)
SUMMERSAULT FESTIVAL 08 May (Voting day). This day has been declared a public holiday. 2019 is an
TIMO ODV AT LA PARADA th election year and it is the 6 democratic general election. SUNDAY FUNDAY
EXPLORE THE CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE
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April Arrivals Pieter Hovenga 18.04.2019 Stellenbosch Jan Van der Heide 20.04.2019 Scott Wasif Khan 20.04.2019 Struebens Stefan Siemienski-Kleyn 24.04.2019 Stellenbosch Ernest Whery 26.04.2019 Mitra Mews
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GRAB A BIT THE POT LUCK CLUB
One of the coolest places to be is the Pot Luck Club. Located in the Old Biscuit Mill, the Potluck Club is all about sharing their delicious food and encourages guests to order for the table, tapas- style, and for everyone to dig in to the meal. This famous restaurant is a must-visit for locals and tourists.It has been dubbed the coolest place to be in Cape Town. Open Monday to Saturday at 12h00 – 14h00 (Lunch), 18h00 – 20h00 (Dinner early seating), 20h00 – 22h00 (Dinner late seating)
Silo Top Floor /The Old Biscuit Mill / 373 – 375 Albert Road Woodstock/Cape Town / Tel: 021 447 0804
VISIT JAMAICA ME CRAZY
In the heart of Woodstock, you will find this awesome Caribbean-themed restaurant, complete with cocktails, fantastic food and a laid back vibe fit for the islands. It’s a top spot for a drink or a meal after work or on the weekend. Caribbean specialties include Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Woodstock Lamb Curry and the famous Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya. Vegetarians are well catered for - try our Trinidad Roti or Jamaican Jive pizza. Open everyday 11h00 -22h00 except Sundays 12h00 – 23h00
74 Roodebloem Road /Woodstock /Cape Town / Tel: 021 448 0691
GO TRAMPOLINING
Rush is an indoor extreme Trampoline Park with 1500-2500 square meters of adventure, excitement, fun and challenges.Rush features around 1700 square meters of wall to wall interconnected trampolines, including dodge-ball courts, a 18000 cube foam pit, hydraulic slam dunk basketball hoops, battle Beam and best of all a 4 meter high Performance Wall. Open Monday – Sunday, Cost: R130 plus R30 for special non- slip socks
5th Floor (Access to Rush from Parade Area) / 109 on Main / Main Road / Claremont / Tel: 021 671 1489 or 087 094 0178 / online booking: https://www.rushsa.co.za/book-now/
EXPLORE THE CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE
Rugged rocks and sheer cliffs towering more than 200 metres above the sea and cutting deep into the ocean, provide a spectacular background for the Park’s rich bio-diversity. Cape Point falls within the southern section of Table Mountain National Park. The natural vegetation of the area, fynbos, comprises the smallest but richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms. The scenic beauty of Cape Point is not its sole allure; it is also an international icon of great historical interest with many a visitor drawn to the area because of its rich maritime history. Open every day 06h00 – 18h00, Cost: R303
Tell: 021 780 9010 / Email: [email protected]
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EASTER SUNDAY SUNSET SHOW @ STANFORD HILLS
This Easter Sunday Stanford Hills presents Goodluck. Goodluck is an award-winning, chart-topping live electronic band from Cape Town, South Africa. GoodLuck’s high- energy live shows are redefining the possibilities of live electronics and reviving the lost art of song writing and storytelling in electronic music.There will be food stalls and a cash bar available. No picnic baskets may be brought into the venue.21 April 2019, Time: 17h00, Cost: R150 – R250
Stanford Hills Estate /Weltevreden Farm /Cape Town / book tickets at: https://www.webtickets.co.za/events/featured/easter-sunday-sunset- show/1489390326
SUMMERSAULT FESTIVAL
The Summersault Festival is, modern folk artist, Jeremy Loops’ attempt to connect fellow international musicians and a SA audience on a local stage in his home town. The event will feature some of Loops’ friends from around the world together on one stage. Amongst the line-up are Australia’s folk artist Kim Churchill, UK’s electronica pop artist Younger, indie folk artist Matthew Mole, Cape Town musos Diamond Thug, and the talented Sean Koch, and more. Guests can expect a day out on the scenic 300 year old wine estate grounds with picnic baskets to order and a view of Table Mountain. 21 April 2019, Time: 11h00 – 22h00, Cost: R290
Zevenwacht Wine Estate / Stellenbosch / Cape Town / book tickets at: https://www.howler.co.za/events/jeremy-loops-presents-summersault-festival- fd21/tickets
TIMO ODV AT LA PARADA SUNDAY FUNDAY
La Parada Constantia Nek is celebrating the end of Summer with one hell of a party featuring local musician TIMO ODV at Sunday Funday supported by Bombay Sapphirefeaturing resident DJ Rene The Frenchman! Visitors will be dancing into the early hours of the morning so bring all the good vibes and be ready for a great night!21 April 2019, Time: 15h00, Cost: Free entry
La Parada Constantia Nek /Hout Bay Rd /Cape Town / Tel: 021 795 0620 / Email: [email protected]
ABRAHAM MENNEN QUARTET @ SUMMER SESSIONS
Enjoy the end of summer with free, live music concerts at the V&A Waterfront’s Amphitheatre. This Saturday multi-award winning saxophonist and composer, Abraham Mennen will entertain the crowd with his eclectic brand of jazz. Abraham won a gold medal at the 2011 ATKV Muziq and was Overall Winner at the Wakkerstroom Music Festival in 2012. He has since performed with renowned artists such as William Parker, Hilton Schilder, and Kyle Shepherd to name a few.20 April 2019, Time: 19h00 – 20h00, Cost: Free
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre / V&A Waterfront / 19 Dock Rd / Cape Town
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MONSTER JAM
Get ready for Monster Jam!One of the biggest action-packed live events on four wheels featuring four-meter tall, five-ton custom made monster trucks racing and ripping up a track full of obstacles. This family friendly event appeals to the young and young at heart, as well as lovers of motor and adventure sports, and is sure to have hearts racing.27 April 2019, Time: 18h00, Cost: R150 – R 800
Cape Town Stadium / Fritz Sonnenberg Rd /Green Point /Cape Town/ book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2HTu2Df
SOUTH AFRICAN CHEESE FESTIVAL
The massively popular Cheese Festival celebrates a huge milestone in 2019 – its 18th anniversary! During the three-day celebration festival-goers can explore exciting taste combinations, browse and buy the finest niche produce, and enjoy a relaxing day out with family and friends. The festival programme includes food theatres with tastings and presentations live music, as well as fun activities such as the daily Ladiesmith Cheese carving competition. 26 – 28 April 2019, Time: 10h00 - 18h00, Cost: R180 per person per day
Sandringham / Stellenbosch / book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2FAPnOQ
MEANDER BIGBAND @ SUMMER SESSIONS
The Meander Big Band orchestra will perform pop songs at a free concert at the V&A Amphitheatre. The orchestra comprises of 40 students aged between 14 and 18. They recently celebrated their 20th anniversary with a new CD and a concert with the promi- nent trumpeter, Eric Vloeimans. The Meander Big Band has performed in Switzerland, Germany, England, Spain, USA, and China.27 April 2019, Time: 19h00 – 20h00, Cost: Free
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre / V&A Waterfront / 19 Dock Rd / Cape Town
THE ELGIN COOL WINE AND COUNTRY FOOD
FESTIVAL The Elgin Cool Wine and Country Food Festival offers wine lovers and foodies a chance to experience South Africa’s best cool climate wines, local food, and a host of live music and entertainment set amongst the natural beauty of the Elgin Valley.Entertainment includes performances by live bands, art exhibitions, nature walks, vertical tastings, and cellar tours. Each venue will offer different dishes, along with their signature wines, including a la carte menus, farm style picnics, food trucks and more.27 - 28 April 2019, Time: 09h00 – 17h00, Cost: Weekend pass R200 and a day pass R150
Elgin Valley / book tickets at: https://ecwcf.winesofelgin.co.za/index.php?page=cost- and-bookings
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CAFE ROUX SESIONS CAPE TOWN
Cafe Roux is a well-known restaurant situated in the heart of Cape Town. At night, one of the country’s most loved live music venues, staging top SA artists. Catch your favourite musician/ band/ comedian up-close & personal, in this very special &very intimate 100-seater venue. Make a night of it by grabbing a bite to eat at the restaurant itself before the show. Restaurant is open every day with performances almost every night, Time: restaurant opens at 12h00 and the show starts at 19h00, Cost: Varies from performance to performance.
74 Shortmarket Street/Cape Town City Centre/Cape Town/View performance schedule and book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2kI1h0W
MOJO MARKET
The Mojo Market is a contemporary, indoor food and lifestyle market situated in the heart of Sea Point. The market is a hybrid and eclectic mix of 20 designer retail stalls, a weekend market and 35 food vendors. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choose from a variety of different cuisines and eat in our open dining area with floor-to-ceiling views of the sea and palm-lined promenade.Open 7 days a week from 08h00 - 23h00.
30 Regent Road / Sea Point / email: [email protected]
Time To Plan Ahead
AFRIKA BURN 2019 (29 APRIL – 05 MAY)
Go to their WEBSITE for more details: https://www.afrikaburn.com/
XChange South Africa Page 5 of 8 Dear Students even though our dam levels have increased, please continue to save water. Thank you for your commitment to saving water.
WATER RESTRICTIONS: Our water is expensive, please save water as each one of us can help towards water conservation: Take short showers. Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. Rinse your razor in the sink. Try to use a bucket of water while you shower or wait for the water to heat up. Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full load. Close all dripping or running taps. When washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water running for rinsing. Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables. Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge. Report any leaking (dripping) taps to us at the office, so we can have them repaired.
Let’s all try and save water on a daily basis. Clickhttp://www.capetown.gov.za/en/MediaReleases/Pages/CitysMayoralCommitteeapprovesproposedw aterrestrictions.aspx to read more
SAFETY TIPS ON SECURING YOUR PROPERTY / LIFE: Don't feed/support street beggars - refer them to a Haven. Don't trust car-parkers. Don't leave valuables visible in your vehicle (lock them away in the boot). The slogan “STASH IT, DON’T FLASH IT” is very appropriate in our city. If possible don't park your vehicle in the street. Close your curtains/blinds after sunset. Be alert when leaving an ATM or bank, as you may be followed. Before entering your driveway, be alert. Please don't walk with your cell phone, iPhone, iPad, tablet or laptop visible. Download applications to track your phone. Please assist the police with the serial numbers of stolen items. Report any suspicious behaviour and hotspots to SAPS on 021 680 9588/7 or to [email protected], this is for the Mowbray area. Handouts to Beggars: We know you care and that you want to help, but please do not give money or handouts. Handouts given directly to street people sustain a deeply damaging lifestyle on the streets and prevent successful interventions offered by the City, social development and NGO’s. Instead support dignified giving and think before you give.
CRIME IN CAPE TOWN: Crime in Cape Town is on the increase and we urge you all to BE ALERT AT ALL TIMES. Cape Town is no different to any other city in the world; crime is a fact of life. Muggings, cell phone thefts, housebreak-ins, car thefts and break-ins happen every day.
The most important thing is to always be aware and not take chances. With the large number of unemployed people in the country crime is on the increase. All your houses are as safe and secure as we can make them, with burglar bars, safety gates, alarms etc. It is each and every one of your own responsibilities to be aware of your safety at all times. Lock doors behind you and close gates in the best interests of your own safety and
XChange South Africa Page 6 of 8 that of your fellow housemates .Do not take chances, rather be safe than sorry. If you see someone suspicious telephone the police and report it.
If you are the recipient of any theft, break-in or any crime whatsoever, it must be reported to the police immediately. They can be contacted on South African police 10111 or emergency number on your landline 107 or on your cell phone 112.
SAFETY RULES: PLEASE BE VIGILANT WHEN AT YOUR HOUSES - there have been reports of break-ins and hi-jackings that we must be made aware of. PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:
Please remember that the Sector Van is only too happy to be called out to check on ANYTHING, no matter how trivial it may seem to you. The more the van is seen in the area, especially with the excellent response time we have come to expect from Mowbray SAPS, the better. We have to accept that there are people sussing out ALL areas, at ALL times and watching our movements - we just do not seem to see or notice them.
SAPS MOWBRAY (021 680 9588) SECTOR 2 (east of Liesbeek Parkway, Little Mowbray, Park Estate, Sybrand Park) SECTOR 2 VAN (079 894 1466) SECTOR 2 COMMANDER (082 469 2462 – W .O. Derek van der Merwe) ADT EMERGENCY NUMBER (086 12 12 301)
Never let anyone onto/into your property unless you have specified the person expected, as well as the expected time of arrival. Please remember this: it is important to stay calm. No material possession is worth risking injury for.
ADVICE FROM SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICES (SAPS):
REPORTING TIPS IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE: Car Number Plates: Focus on letters and first 3 numbers. Don’t worry about all 6 numbers – accurate letters and first 3 numbers are all we need. Note the exact time on your cell and watch. This makes a HUGE difference to our workload Vehicle Type: Make and colour is fine (e.g. Silver Merc). Write it all down as quickly as possible, or enter onto your phone. Memories are often unreliable! Contact your service provider/SAPS, and let us know by email.
VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS FROM ADT: Here are some useful vehicle safety tips received this week from ADT:
DO’S: Travel with car doors locked and windows closed. Constantly monitor vehicles travelling behind, ahead and next to you. If you think you’re being followed, drive to the nearest police station. Don’t go home. Leave room between your car and the one in front to avoid being boxed in. Attract the attention of other drivers or pedestrians if you think you’re in danger. Hoot, flash your lights, put on your emergency lights, or shout.
XChange South Africa Page 7 of 8 Be aware of people approaching your car or loitering near traffic lights, stop signs, parking areas or your driveway. If approached by a suspicious-looking person, especially at night or in deserted areas, drive off quickly from a stop street or intersection, always heeding traffic danger. On long journeys only stop overnight at safe places. Stopping next to the road or in a parking area overnight is not safe.
DONT’S: Don’t stop at the scene of an accident unless you’re sure it’s genuine. Don’t enter your garage or a parking area if you think you’re being followed. Don’t stop if a passer-by indicates that, for example, you have a flat tyre or other defect. Drive to a service station or safe area and check it there. Don’t leave your car door open and the engine running while opening garages
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