MORNING MIRROR EDITION 224 28 January 2007 MORNING MIRROR WEB-SITE http://www.morningmirror.africanherd.com +++++ ADVERTISERS !! All the adverts in the Morning Mirror are based purely on TRUST !! Please ensure you make the effort to pay for your adverts. All monies raised from the payment of advertising on the Mirror go towards Zimbabwe's precious "old" folk in on way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac.com ******** PLEASE DO NOT PHONE !!! ONLY E MAIL QUERIES WILL BE DEALT WITH *********** ++++++++ "The last dejected effort often becomes the winning stroke." -- W.J. Cameron ++++++++++ IN THIS EDITION 1 Colour Blind ! 2 NOTICES 3 CONGRATULATIONS 4 CONDOLENCES 5 BULAWAYO NEWS 6 a) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES b) VEHICLES c) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED d) SITUATIONS VACANT e) MISCELLANEOUS 7 TIDBITS +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ COLOUR BLIND IF YOU COME AND VISIT US HERE IN ZIMBABWE, DON'T FOR ONE MINUTE THINK THAT THE RULES OF THE ROAD APPLY TO ANYONE AT ALL... EXCEPT POSSIBLY YOURSELF...... THE ZIMBABWEAN PUBLIC HAS A COLOUR PROBLEM ....RED, GREEN AND ORANGE ALL MEAN "GO" IT WOULD APPEAR !!! WE CALL OUR TRAFFIC LIGHTS ROBOTS, YES, LIKE THOSE MECHANICAL THINGS THAT WALK AROUND WITH STIFF LEGS !! IT CAUSE MUCH MIRTH WITH VISITORS BUT THEY LOSE THEIR SENSE OF HUMOUR WHEN THEY SEE MOST PEOPLE TAKE ABSOLUTELY NO NOTICE OF REDS AND ORANGES. NOW, BE CAUTIONED AND TAKE MY ADVICE, DO NOT THINK THAT GREEN MEANS YOUR RIGHT OF PASSAGE, TREAT EVERY ROBOT AS A STOP STREET AND PROCEED WITH CAUTION. DURING POWER CUTS, DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE THINK THAT WE TREAT OUR NON FUNCTIONING TRAFFIC LIGHTS AS A FOUR WAY STOP (AS THEY DO IN THE REST OF THE CIVILISED WORLD) OH NO SIREE, IF THE ROBOT IS NOT WORKING, ITS THE LAW OF THE JUNGLE THAT TAKES OVER.... THE BIGGEST, FIERCEST, OLDEST BEAST IN THE JUNGLE WINS...EITHER THAT OR IT'S THE FASTEST CAR TO THE MIDDLE !! ANOTHER BIT OF ADVICE....BE LIKE EVERYONE ELSE IN ZIMBABWE AND TOTALLY IGNORE THE PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS. IF YOU DO THE COURTEOUS THING AND STOP FOR A PEDESTRIAN...THE FELLOW IN THE NEXT LANE WILL TAKE NO NOTICE AND WIPE OUT THE POOR UNSUSPECTING PEDUS !! THE ZEBRA STRIPES ARE ILLEGIBLE AT ANY RATE, THEY ARE USUALLY ON A BEND OR ON THE BROW OF A HILL, WITH NO WARNING SIGNS OR LIGHTS, AND THE PAINT IS SO FAINT YOU ARE HIGLY UNLIKELY TO BE ABLE TO SEE THEM AT ANY-RATE... ALSO YOU WASTE A LOT OF TIME TRYING TO GENTLY SHOO A PEDESTRIAN TO CROSS IN FRONT OF YOU, COS BELIEVE ME, HE AIN'T GONNA TRUST YOU, NO WAYS WILL HE BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE NOT GOING TO PUT YOUR FOOT FLAT THE MOMENT HE STEPS OF THAT FIRST WHITE LINE !! VEHICLE ROAD WORTHINESS IS ANOTHER INTERESTING ASPECT OF ZIMBABWEAN DRIVING...WHO ON EARTH WOULD EXPECT ONE TO HAVE EITHER HEAD LIGHTS OR TAIL LIGHTS...DON'T BE SILLY, LIGHTS ARE FOR SISSIES .... MAKE SURE YOU PEER HARD INTO THE DARK AND SUSS THE ROAD OUT CAREFULLY BEFORE CROSSING, AS THOSE CARS WITHOUT LIGHTS ALWAYS COME OUT AT NIGHT AS THERE ARE NO POLICE AT NIGHT TO CATCH THEY OF COURSE !! MIND YOU, IT WOULD APPEAR THAT THE POLICE AND THE CITY COUNCIL ARE DOING THEIR BEST THESE DAYS TO ELEVATE US FROM THE STATUS OF BEING THE WILD WEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA THANK GOODNESS. MUCH MUTTERING IS BEING HEARD FROM ERRANT CITIZENS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR CARS CLAMPED IN NO PARKING AREAS. THE MAYORESS OF DUNCAN ROAD AND THE MUSICAL MAYOR OF TOWNSEND ROAD WERE BOTH SEEN RECENTLY TROTTING DOWN TO THE REVENUE HALL, TO PAY FINES AND RELEASE THEIR AUTOMOBILES...... ++++++++ FROGS ET AL I so enjoy reading your most entertaining articles in the Morning Mirror and felt that I should respond to the article on "The Singing Suitors Of Summer", being of course those noisy little amphibians that we refer to as frogs. Personally they don't really worry me because being a "pucker" Bulawayoite I've always been accustomed to their talents anyway. However, what I'm leading up to say is that this year my garden has been completely silent !!! I have two fishponds and every year that I've been living in my present home in Malindela (near the Mater Dei) frogs have arrived in abundance and croaked to their hearts content, from as you say, 6.45 to about 11pm. Annoying as the persistent cacophony is, thankfully it doesn't cause me insomnia. Resulting from the "melodious" arias, my ponds are chock a block with tadpoles every year and thereafter hundreds of little "newcomers" hopping everywhere. This last season however, there has been no croaking and no frogs, not that I haven't seen any around, but not in the numbers that there were in past years. So perhaps one of your readers could enlighten me as to the reason for this unusual occurrence. All the best to you for wonderfully interesting stories and reporting on a regular basis. Adrian Lendrum. PS ; Blue head lizards are numerous this year, I've noticed. Perhaps they've decided to emigrate to more "healthy grounds" near the Mater Dei hospital !! RumSon@netconnect.co.zw ++++++++++++++ NOTICES To All Florists or Growers In Bulawayo, Girls' College are looking for florists or growers to buy their Valentine's roses from. If You are able to assist us please contact Girls' College as fast as possible!!! Thanking you, Girls' College Speaker's Circle TELEPHONE 258118 / 9 EMAIL From: tamkir@gatorzw.com +++++++++++++++ YOU ARE WARMLY INVITED TO A BULAWAYO SOUTH CONSTITUENCY CONSULTATION AND REPORT BACK MEETING WITH DAVID COLTART MP. BARHAM GREEN HALL, BARHAM GREEN 6 PM MONDAY 29TH JANUARY 2007 ++++++++++++++++++ HILLSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HALL ( ST ANDREWS ) STAFFORD AVE HILLCREST 6 PM TUESDAY 30TH JANUARY 2007 DAVID WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ONE ON ONE CONSULTATIONS OR A CHAT WITH HIS CONSTITUENTS HALF AN HOUR BEFORE EACH MEETING. PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS TIME TO SHARE THOUGHTS, IDEAS, QUERIES AND FEARS WITH HIM. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU WITH US. DON'T REMAIN IN THE DARK. INFORMATION GIVES US STRENGTH. PLEASE PASS THIS MESSAGE ON. +++++++++++ BULAWAYO QUILTERS GUILD The next meeting of the Bulawayo Quilters' Guild will take place on Saturday 10 February 2007 at 10.00am at the Guide Hall, Stafford Avenue, Hillcrest. Membership fees - $10 000,00 Pensioners - $2 000,00 Visitors - $2 000,00 per meeting Door fee - $1 000,00 Available for sale at the meeting will be: Challenge pack (one fat quarter) - $1 000,00 Candlewick community project pack - $2 000,00 Liz Armstrong will be running a hand appliqué workshop on 17 February 2007 at her home. The course will cost $5 000,00 for the full day, with fees payable in advance upon signing up. THANK YOU VERY MUCH INDEED DEE GRANT ++++++++++++++ CANCER CARE gives an opportunity for anyone who has had or is being treated for cancer, to come along on the 2nd WEDNESDAY of every month, and join us for a cup of tea and chat. We meet at the Cancer Centre, which is 1A Fife Street. We look forward to seeing you there! Please Phone Sheila Gill for further information 242486 *************************************************************** WEIGH - TO - GO Want to lose weight? Come along and join us at our slimming club and lose those unwanted kgs. Our most successful member has already lost 19kgs and looks fantastic.! So if you have made that NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION to be slim in 2007, please phone Sheila, for more information . Tel: 242486 ++++++++ VALENTINES DAY Wednesday 14th February Bulawayo country club Come enjoy an Evening of music & good food after prize giving Music by mike spitz baby chicken & chips (peri peri or lemon & herb) $13 000 per person Phone Marion to book 091 351 073 byo country club ++++++ TWO DELIGHTFUL BOOKS FROM THE ELLIOT-DARLOW FAMILY OF WEST NICHOLSON - MUST READS FOR ALL CHILDREN "The Rubbing Rock" - A colourful description of some of the lesser creatures to be found in the Bush in Zimbabwe. An adult book, written for children. Trafford No: o6-1329. "Grumpy's Garage" - A colourful book, mainly for Boys! Written in verse, describing a workshop in the Zimbabwean Bush. Trafford No: 06-1978. These two books may be ordered online : < wwwtrafford.com> or orders@trafford.com +++++++++++ EDITH DULY NURSING HOME WISH LIST WE HAVE A MAGNIFICENT VEGETABLE GARDEN WHICH SAVES US A VERITABLE FORTUNE ON VEGGIES. A VERY KIND PERSON GIVES US WATER ON A WEEKLY BASIS. DOES ANY KIND SOUL HAVE MANURE OR COMPOST FOR US ? WE ALSO NEED SOME TURNIP AND BEETROOT SEEDLINGS IF ANYONE HAS ANY GOING SPARE ? E MAIL or phone Matron Brewster on 205823 +++++++++++++++++++++++++ BULAWAYO FLORAL GROUP The first meeting of 2007 of the BULAWAYO FLORAL GROUP will be held on Wednesday 7th February 2007 at 2.30pm in the hall at Church of Ascension, Hillside. Mary Friend will demonstrate for us and she always gives us something bold and beautiful so don't miss this. Titles for exhibitors arrangements - "Horizontal" and "Carte Blanche" Admission is still only $500 and we will have our usual plant raffle at $100 per ticket. Tea and coffee will be served. Do come along for a pleasant and relaxing afternoon. +++++++ Jock And Saddle Gives u Valentines Ladies Nite 16 February 2007 Host: Sean Rensburg DJ: Durall 3d & t.j.Nash & Dlyza Door: Men $5 Ladies all nite ++++++++ I have a pensioner's Blue Arrow bus ticket to or from Bulawayo to Harare- one way ticket- that must be used before l9 Feb 2007- I paid 36 thousand Zim dollars for it- it is now 52 920 Zim dollars and I have been told by Kudzai that I can sell it to a pensioner and give my written permission that I have done so and the ticket can be used. if anyone is interested : Contact Cynthia Taylor Phone 242321 - I need my 36 thousand Zim dollars for it. I will donate to the Edith Duly for your kind assistance! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3 CONGRATULATIONS A very special happy birthday to my Mom, Loraine Simpson of Bradfield Bulawayo who is 70 on 29 January. We wish we could be with you and enjoy your day. Love and miss you Stuart, Joanne, Josh, Amber and Sam xxx (Bradford, England) ++++++++++ Maurice and Lorna Beckley have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their youngest son Heath to Bonnie only daughter of Lorraine Baird and the Late James Truter in Cape Town on the 23rd December 2006. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ CONDOLENCES SMART - Noel - Our heartfelt sympathy to Jenny,Mark, Garrick and Darren on the sudden passing of Noel - a life long friend. 'We'll have a drink and catch the big one for you at Kariba' Our love to you all - Nigel, Colette, Paul, Ian and Granny. ++++++++ SMART NOEL Loving brother-in-law of Ray and Cindy, uncle of Rob & Chels, taken suddenly. We are all left with the shock of your sudden passing on Saturday 20th January 2007, but God's timing is always right. Jen, we're all here for you so don't worry. Lots of love to Jen, Mark, Garrick and Darren. ++++++ Could you please advise the Bulawayo public in general and the swimming fraternity in particular that we have just been notified of the passing of Douglas James in Port Elizabeth on the 1st January after a painful illness age 41. Doug and Cheryl (his sister) will be remembered for their contribution to swimming for many years in Bulawayo at Provincial and National Level. Douglas leaves a wife and two children. Please add to this our heartfelt sympathy for Maureen and Ken, Karen and family (in America) and Cheryl and family in Johannesburg. We will always remember the good times we shared. From Peggy Tony and Richard Morgan And Kim, Simon, Tyler and Toni Bloomhill from Cape Town +++++++ JILL PAYNE This is just a note to let all you dear ones know that Jill went to be with her Lord at 9.55 last night. She had a very difficult last eight days, with not being able to take any food at all, only water. At the end Trevor and Debbie, Cortenay and Devan, Merrilee and Kelvin, Steph and myself were all with her and watched and held her as she slipped peacefully into His presence. We do not mourn as those who have no hope as she is rejoicing with all those who have likewise gone to be with Jesus. The memorial service is to be held at Honeyridge Baptist Church on Monday 29 January at 2.30pm. Denis & Jill Payne are from Byo...left end of 2002 to live in SA. They were active members of the Baptist Church, & Jill was a leading member of Christian Womens' Club. They were both well known in Byo circles. Unfortunately she has been very ill with cancer. Denis had a printing business in Byo( I think? he was in business with the Palmgrens?). They lived in Percy Rd Hsde. Their address in Jbg is 28 Afsaal, 55 6th street, Linden 2195. ph 011 782 6641 & Denis cell 072 149 9863. COLLEEN HENDERSON ++++++ The memorial service for the late Rodney Derek King will be held at the Church of the Ascension, Hillside, on Thursday 1st February 2007 at 3.30pm. Would friends kindly accept this intimation. +++++++++ TOM MARSH - DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO DENZIL AND GWEN +++++++ GEORGE SMITH - OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES FROM CHAIRMAN AND TRUSTEES OF EDITH DULY NURSING HOME ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 5 BULAWAYO NEWS My Name is Roy Davis I am trying to trace my sister, I have not seen her in 20yrs and have not heard from her for the past 2 yrs Her name is Glynis Greaves Walker (nee Davis) The last i heard she was living in Perth Australia. She was previously married to Lawrence Greaves Walker. She has 2 children Nicola & Kelvin. if anyone has information or knows how i can get hold of her please e-mail me on stacey@prfe.co.zw or phone 091 391 611 ++++++++++++ The Roasted Berry Coffee House, winner of two Zimbabwe on a Plate awards for 'Best Coffee Shop 2006' and 'Best Restaurant 2006', is for sale. If you are interested in making an offer for The Roasted Berry, please call Audra Mumford on 091 220 739. ++++++++++ I was awake one night trying to remember all the teachers I had in form one in 1977 at Townsend School. I could remember most of them but not all of them. I was wondering if any of your contacts had any old year books they would be willing to sell to me as I am researching for a book I'm trying to write. I tried the Townsend website but it hasn't been updated for years. Any suggestions would be gratefully appreciated. Yours sincerely Cyndi Botha (Nee Barker) Devon, UK cyndibotha@postmaster.co.uk ++++++++++++ It has come to our attention that The Herald printed an article whereby they stated that C.A. Biffen Building Contractors has been sold. All interested parties please be advised that this absolute nonsense, C.A. Biffen is still solely owned by the Biffen family. We will be contacting The Herald to instruct them to print a retraction. +++++++++ PLEASE HELP ISLAND HOSPICE We need funds to survive these days, and we can make use of anything, that others don't use.Bottles of all sorts. toys. clothes, linens, books,magazines etc. etc. "One mans junk is another one's treasure" and we do appreciate and treasure every item given to us here. Many thanks. Peggy Schonken Bulawayo Island Hospice Telephone 77972 +++++++ Urgent home needed for 2 Beautiful dogs. We don't want to put them down. Male, Rhodesian Ridgeback. 8 years old. Colour tan. Excellent with bigger children. Good watch dog. Very fit. Great "snake catcher". Answers to the name "Buster". Outside dog. (ie. Not house trained). Female, Spayed, German Shepherd, long hair/short hair cross in beige/tan/black. Although 10 years old still very fit & agile. Not house trained. Both dogs have been brought up together, so ideally we would like them to go together. Although if we find a good home, the ridgeback can handle it alone. They need to be housed either on farm property or if in town, a property that is walled & gated, as dogs can scale fences. If interested, call Barry on (w) 888520 (c) 023419682 or Vicky on (c) 011 420 200 or (h) evenings on 243300 before the 30th January. ++++++++ Urgent News - 23 January 2007 INDIAN MYNAS We’ve been asked to look out for Indian Mynas. This is what they look like (courtesy of Sasol Birds of Southern Africa). They have reached Zimbabwe - even worse, they have actually come into Matabeleland where they’ve been seen on a farm near Turk Mine, in Gwanda and in West Nicholson. It’s very possible that they are already in Bulawayo. Indian Mynas spread rapidly. They are an unwanted and we are advised to dispose of any we see if we can. You will realise that this drastic action from an organisation whose aim is to conserve birds, means there is a serious problem. Indian Mynas pose a danger to our indigenous hole-nesting birds, such as starlings and barbets, which they will displace. Geoff Lowe is preparing a report on this species and would appreciate the following information when we see them (and rest assured, it’s much more likely to be ‘when’ rather than ‘if’): · the date, time and place · the number of birds seen and · their behaviour. Let me have any information you glean and I will compile a dossier for onward transmission to Geoff. Hopefully, it will turn out not to be a dossier as such, but just a few sightings. e mail Julia +++++++++++++++++++++++ GUARDIAN ANGELS FOR EDITH DULY NURSING HOME BOB BROWN RICHARD ELLMAN BROWN MALCOLM AND DES OF CHIPCHASE ++++++++++++++++ BULAWAYO PUBLICITY ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER The Bulawayo Publicity Association would like to notify its members and all readers of Morning Mirror that the NATIONAL PARK charges for locals have increased. Entrance is $3 000 for adults and $500 per car. Accommodation for one bed-roomed lodge is $60 000 and a Chalet is $30 000. Fees for non-residents remain the same. Entrance to Victoria Falls Rain Forrest is $5 000. The Natural History Museum entry charge is now $4 000. Air Zimbabwe now flies to Kariba from Harare en route to Vic Falls on Monday and Friday. ************************************************** BULAWAYO PUBLICITY ASSOCIATION BOX 861 BULAWAYO ZIMBABWE Tel: 60867 / 72969 Fax: 60868 ++++++++++ SNIPPETS It is probable that the import duty on all imported motor vehicles will have to be paid in foreign currency from next month The price of beer has been increased by approximately 50%: Quarts from $2,000 - $3,000 Pints $1,000 - $1,500 300ml soft drinks $800 - $1,200 Zimbabwe Broadcasting Holdings has increased licensing fees: Radio from $20 - $50,000 TV $650 - $150,000 Motorists $500 - $200,000 The National Bakers Association has published figures showing that with the recently permitted 300%+ increase in the price of flour from millers, the break even figure for a loaf of bread is now $1,158 Allowing a 20% margin, the wholesale price should now be $1,448 and the retail price $1,593 Parastatals seemingly, yet again, can do what they like. The rest have to beg for an increase in order to sustain their businesses. +++++++ POSTAL RATES NEW With effect from 24 January, postal costs are as follows: Local $400 RSA Surface up to 20g $1,300 Airmail up to 10g $1,500 UK Surface up to 20g $1,600 Airmail up to 10g $2,000 Rest of world Surface uo to 20g $1,800 Airmail up to 10g $2,000 For local letters this is a 300% increase ! +++++++ Watch out for Bookey Peeks new book "All The Way Home" in the shops in Australia and the UK shortly, email duvetdown@yahoo.com for more information A delightful foray into the entrancing life of a naturalist in Zimbabwe's own Matopos Hills. ++++++++ GDTU, The new rates imposed on the good citizens of Bulawayo are outrageous and I am sure that no one can afford to pay. Can we the citizens of Bulawayo not collectively refuse to pay these charges. Surely we can for once stand united and jointly refuse to pay! Margot Cunningham : instalite@netconnect.co.zw +++++++++ RHODESIANS WORLDWIDE NEWSPAPER ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 6 For sale a) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES For Sale: Delightful, secure 3 bedroom, one ensuite, walk in dresser, bathroom, toilet, lounge, dinningroom, fitted kitchen. lock up garage with store room and laundry room. Servants quarters. Large orchard with beautiful garden and fish pond with a swimming pool pump all set on 3/4 acre. Offers? Please Call on 202620 or 011 612 422 +++++ House For Sale Stone walled Hillside 3 Bedroomed house with .Electric gate .Electric Fence .borehole .staff Quarters .Double lock up garage .Small cottage For sale ,for viewing and price call: 011798693 , 091462762 and 230730 after hours. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ b) VEHICLES MAC'S AUTO ENGINEERING CYLINDER HEAD AND BLOCK SPECIALISTS 15 CHESTER CRESCENT BELMONT BULAWAYO TEL: 888129/ 888133/ 888134 BRIAN CELL: 011 201 122 CLINT CELL: 091 245 582 CUTHBERT CELL: 011 203 169 FOR ALL YOUR AUTO ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS PRESSURE TESTING CYLINDER HEAD RECONDITIONING HEAD AND BLOCK SKIMMING RESLEEVING REBORING LINE BORING ++++++ "1957 Morris Minor for sale, light green 2 door sedan, 1000cc engine. Careful lady owner since 1995, resprayed and re-upholstered 1996 with many original new parts fitted, has 4 brand new tyres and new battery. Garaged since 2000, fully serviced December 2006. Owner leaving, hence serious offers invited for this much loved classic car. Tel: 023 406 881 to view." +++++++++++ VEHICLES FOR SALE 1. PAJERO 1995 MODEL EXCELLENT CONDITION * RED * MAG WHEELS * SUN ROOF * AUTOMATIC & 4 WHEEL DRIVE * MILEAGE 72,00KM * 2,8 TURBO DEISEL ASKING PRICE US$ 10,000 2. TOYOTA CARINA "ED" 1994 MODEL EXCELLENT CONDITION * BLACK * MAG WHEELS *SUN ROOF *2 LITRE * MILEAGE 60,000KM ASKING PRICE US$ 6,000 3. TOYOTA CELICA 1994 MODEL EXCELLENT CONDITION * BLACK * VERY SPORTY * 2 LITRE ENGINE * MILEAGE 57,000KM ASKING PRICE US$ 6,000 CONTACT HILTON ARMSTRONG MOBILE 011 630046 LAND LINE 280906 ++++++ Mazda 2.2 Petrol 1997 Single Cad 164000 Km Excellent condition Phone Gavin 74051 or 011203208 +++++++++++ Isuzu KB 2000 1986 Model,petrol,4x4. Gearbox recently done,brand new webber carb fitted 90-100 litre long range tank,recently re-upholstered. + - 320 000 km's Asking US $ 4000 Contact 091303779 ++++++ TWO AMAZING VEHICLES FOR SALE: TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 80 SERIES 1997 MODEL LOW MILEAGE , TURBOCHARGED ,DOUBLE FUEL TANKS ,TINTED ELECTRIC WINDOWS, TWO SPARE WHEELS ,AIR CON ,POWER STEERING AND MANUAL. BRAND NEW TYRES ALL ROUND. FULLY ALARMED WITH TWO ANTI HIJACK DEVICES. METALLIC SILVER,AN IMMACULATE VEHICLE !! TOYOTA LEXUS RX300 NOVEMBER 2000 MODEL RECENTLY IMPORTED. V6 3 LITRE AUTOMATIC. VERY LOW MILEAGE 57,OOOKM LEATHER INTERIOR ,PERMANENT 4WD. ELECTRIC SEATS ,AIR CON , POWER STEERING, CD PLAYER AND CRUISE CONTROL BOTH VEHICLES SERVICED AND MAINTAINED OUTSIDE ZIMBABWE WITH VERY CAREFUL OWNERS !! TO VIEW PLEASE CONTACT -091 303 779 FROM TUESDAY 30TH JANUARY +++++++++ CAR FOR SALE DATSUN PULSAR 140A LIGHT ON PETROL $4 MILLION NEGOTIABLE CONTACT AUBREY ON : 091 385 002 / 887744 /(PM) 460548 ++++++++ Wanted Good reliable Vehicle - Sedan Price Range +/- $6-7million Please Contact 280576 or 091 227 359 ++++++ VEHICLES FOR SALE: ISUZU KB 260 4ZE1 Petrol engine Good condition coolcat@mweb.co.zw ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ c) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ d) SITUATIONS VACANT l am a young lady,looking for a part time/mornings only position,l have a computer at home so l can do books or typing from home. l do accounting or secretarial l have worked on pastel ver,lotus 20/20,lotus1-2-3,excel,lotus smartsuite,wordperfect 5.1 microsoft word,microsoft excel,microsoft powerpoint, sage accounting,tetra 2000, coral draw ISO2000 - customs package. (willing to learn anything) shanty 263-91923874 ++++++++ WANTED IMMEDIATELY Qualified Cook/Chef. Must be able to cook a variety of meals to perfection. Top salary offered to the right person. Cook/chef to stay on property. email cv to tjhaulersm@zol.co.zw or paderbor@mweb.co.zw call Bulawayo 885710/884880 speak to Sharon/Carlyn ++++++ My maid is leaving me at the end of April, if anyone out there has a maid requiring a new position any time up until then please phone Mrs. Lawrence on 462765 work. I live in the Burnside area. Thankyou +++++++++++++ Looking for a dairy manager for a medium size herd, in Figtree. Must have experience in cattle management. Please contact us on andro@mweb.co.zw or Box 8201, Belmont. ++++++++ Wanted- Female domestic worker. Well paid, live in position at Douglasdale near Waterford. Tel 67300 or 60824 Thank you Global Engineering +++++++++++ EXPERIENCED GARDENER WANTED WITH TRACEABLE REFERENCES CONTACT KEN BEECHAM TEL 470800(W) 281138(H) SALARY NEGOTIABLE. +++++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, Reliable and Honest Lady, recently relocated to Bulawayo, Seeking Employment. I am computer literate and would suit something in the Administration / Secretarial lines. However, I do have a wealth of experience in various other duties. For further details please contact:- Email: c/o linsnel@mweb.co.zw Cell : 023 514878 Phone: 09-240864 (Afterhours) ++++++++++ Looking for a Maid to work in the Hillside Area. Mature person required. Single accommodation only. Good salary and perks offered to the right person. Please contact us on 246247. ++++++++++++ SAN SISTER NEEDED AT PRIVATE SCHOOL IN MATABELELAND. FULLY QUALIFIED S.R.N. GOOD WORKING HOURS AND CONDITIONS. TELEPHONE SISTER SIMPSON (088) 229 or 674 or 331 +++++++++++++++ Going away need your home and pets to be looked after, look no further I am a mature gentleman of sober habits, trustworthy and reliable, love animals And can look after your property for as long as possible. Contact 242354 anytime. ++++++++ BARBARA BURRELL CENTRE FOR THE BLIND We are looking for somebody to fill the position of Matron as from 1st March 2007 This position would suit somebody who is fond of old people and who enjoys cooking and homemaking. We provide a small flat, all meals and living expenses and a reasonable salary. The applicant must be able to supervise staff, monitor stocks, handle finances, produce a meal out of whatever is available, and keep a daily report book. Please contact either Jill Osborne at 023407651 or 246688 or Judy Owens 252678 +++++++ I HAVE HAD A MAID HELPING ME OUT ON A TEMP BASIS. SHE CLEANS VERY WELL, IS PLEASANT AND HAS DONE A BASIC COOKERY COURSE. SHE HAS A 15 MONTH OLD CHILD WHO SHE IS SUPPORTING ON HER OWN. HER NAME IS ANGIE AND LIKE SO MANY ZIMBABWEANS IS DESPERATE FOR WORK IN ORDER TO SUPPORT HER FAMILY. IF SHE WAS ABLE TO HAVE A RELATIVE STAY WITH HER DURING THE WEEK (IN STAFF ACCOMMODATION EN SITE) TO LOOK AFTER HER SON SHE WOULD BE ABLE TO WORK A FULL DAY BUT STILL STAY WITH HER SON. ALTERNATIVELY IF TRANSPORT WAS PROVIDED SHE COULD STAY AT HOME AND COMMUTE DAILY, IF SOMEONE WOULD BE WILLING TO GIVE HER AN OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WHILST APPRECIATING THE DIFFICULTY OF HER SITUATION AS A MOTHER OF A YOUNG CHILD I AM SURE YOU WOULD BE HAPPY WITH HER. SHE DOES NOT HAVE A HUGE AMOUNT OF EXPERIENCE BUT IS WILLING AND EAGER TO LEARN AND WE HAVE BEEN VERY SATISFIED WITH HER WORK. SHE WOULD PROBABLY SUIT A FAMILY WITH NO CHILDREN OR OLDER CHILDREN WHO DO NOT REQUIRE AFTER HOURS SUPERVISION. SHE WOULD BE AVAILABLE AS FROM THE 12TH FEBRUARY 2007. PLEASE CONTACT ROSY SHEARING ON 288895,091220244 OR shearing@mweb.co.zw TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT. ++++++++ MAID NEEDED URGENTLY EXPERIENCED MAID REQUIRED IN BURNSIDE. MUST COOK WELL. SALARY OF $60,000 PLUS ACCOMMODATION AND MEDICAL OFFERED TO THE RIGHT PERSON. SALARY IS REVIEWED MONTHLY PHONE 63788 FOR INTERVIEW APPOINTMENT. +++++++ EMPLOYMENT REQUIRED FOR A POLITE FEMALE DOMESTIC AGED 23 WITH SIX YEARS EXPERIENCE IN GENERAL HOUSEWORK. SHE IS ABLE TO START WORK AT THE END OF MARCH 2007. ACCOMMODATION WOULD BE REQUIRED. PLEASE PHONE SANDRA ON 76111 (W) OR 091262218. +++++++++ EMPLOYMENT WANTED 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE, ABLE TO DO ACCOUNTS TO BALANCE SHEET, ZRA, NSSA, NEC. RECONS AND RETURNS, VREDIT CONTROL AND DEBT COLLECTIONS. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT ETC. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FULL OR PART TIME. TELEPHONE 243210 C. GLYN ++++++++ Gardener Wanted in Suburbs We are looking for a Matured Gardener for a permanent job, 5-6 days a week from NOW on with garden experience accomodation not provided!! Only with traceable References. More info: call 011798693 , 091462762 or 230730 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ e) MISCELLANEOUS ROSES ROSES ROSES WIDE VARIETY OF BUSHES BUT NOT CUT FLOWERS Good old fashioned but expert advice on all things to do with roses Roses Roses Roses Fiona Winch Cell 011622117 telephone or SMS Standards, shrubs, climbers hybrid tea, floribunda all varieties ++++++ Headlines Hair Salon. 3 Stylists, a Barber and a Beautician, who is offering a new Regima Face Peel, from South Africa. Bradfield Shops To Book Phone 67904 +++++++++ Newly established signage company - SignWorx - owner has 12 years experience in the field. 1) Vinyl signage - shop windows, fleet graphics, signs 2) Signwriting - painted signage for walls 3) Lightbox and sign fabrication and erection. Contact: Gary Noble Cell: 091 296 451 email: mdixon@netconnect.co.zw +++++++++++ PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO P.O.BOX 2360 - BULAWAYO Booking opens tomorrow (Monday) for both At the Drop of a Hat on Saturday 3 February and Michael Brownlee Walker's concert on Tuesday 13 February. If you have paid a subscription but have not received your card, then it should be waiting for you at the Meikles booking office tomorrow. If it's not there and you have paid, then please give your name to Margaret or whoever is on duty at the booking office and she will let you have tickets at the appropriate rate. If you have not yet paid but intend to do so, then may we suggest that you do the same? - i.e. give your name to the booking office and take tickets at the reduced or non-paying rate, then let us have your subscription as soon as convenient, either at the Academy or at The Hat when we will have a committee member on duty for that purpose. One other thing: we had suggested 1 February for the AGM but are postponing it for one week since Thursday lunchtime will be about the time when the Harare troupe arrive for The Hat. So the AGM will take place at 1.10 p.m. at the Academy on Thursday 8 February. A reminder and agenda will follow nearer the time. And two points for Red Carpet subscribers: Your Red Carpet subscription covers seats for At the Drop of a Hat as for everything else under the PAB banner. The usual seats have been allocated even if you have not yet renewed on the assumption that you intend to do so! Best wishes as always, Michael Bullivant ++++++++ N E S B I T T C A S T L E V A L E N T I N E S D A Y D I N N E R ROMANTIC CANDLE-LIT 3 - COURSE VALENTINES DINNER Includes coffee, delicious imported chocolates and much more... Price available 1st of February. ALSO: (selected) South African Red Wine on special for the month of February, including Valentines Day. BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT To join our mailing list, simply email castlemail@gmail.com You will receive special offers and other info about Castle and menus, via email. The Nesbitt Castle 6 Percy Avenue Hillside Bulawayo Tel: +263 9 282726 Fax: + 263 9 281864 Email: nesbitt.castle@nandb.co.zw Website: www.nesbitthospitality.co.zw ++++++++++++++ FOR SALE Two by professional go - karts. (Good 2nd Hand) 1 x 120cc 1 x 80cc Must See!!!!!!!! Contact Shaun on Cell: 091 755 902 Work: 09 469738/9 e-mail: mjoinery@telconet.co.zw +++++++++++ SAT SERVICE Can't afford DSTV? Tired of ZBC? TRY SABC PLUS many More... Got dish & decoder problems Need to relocate? Need more channels? Lost signal? Need a new decoder? YOU NAME IT WE HAVE IT FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE!!! At affordable prices. FOR RAPID SERVICE CALL: Rod - 011 633 606 Mario - 023 287 811 After Hour services by arrangement only. +++++++++++++++ ST VALENTINES DINNER & MUSIC AT THE GOLDEN SPUR Wednesday 14th February 6:30pm onwards Bring your special lady or your man to the Golden Spur. DJ Frank (Frank Reynolds) will be there with his fantastic romantic music. Book early to avoid disappointment:- Tel: 70318 / 011 614 607 / 091 215 527 +++++++++++++ - CAKES and CUPCAKES FOR SALE CONTACT VAL SAUDAN - PHONE 240683 ++++++++++ CHEEKY CHOOKS EVENINGS A casual atmosphere under the stars surrounded by lovely green grass and trees. Play area for children. Come and join Carlos for Portuguese chicken, chips and salad. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday evenings from 6.30 pm onwards. Please book the day before. Takeaways also available. Tel: 240939 / 245848 011 421 241 / 091 327 422 +++++++++++++++++++ CARLOS' CATERING. You can get Carlos and his Cooks to cater for those daunting large occasions when you would prefer to join the party than worry about the food. Specialties are Portuguese Chickens, Kebabs and Spits. Ideal for outside occasions especially Sportsdays, Fundraisers, Fairs. Birthday parties, Business and Family get-togethers. We are available to cater at a venue of your choice or you can hire our beautiful plot for the occasion. Tel: 240939 / 245848 011 421 241 / 091 327 422 ++++++++ ARE YOU SELLING A BABY CAMP COT? A FRIEND FROM KWE KWE HAS ASKED ME TO SOURCE A LARGE CAMP COT FOR HER? DOES ANYONE HAVE ONE FOR SALE? PLEASE CONTACT ROSY SHEARING ON 288895 / 091220244 OR shearing@mweb.xo.zw. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A DOMESTIC MAID? ------------------------------------------------------------------ +++++++++ Wanted 4 young Guinea Fowl Telephone 67300/60824 Many thanks S Smith +++++++++ 3 ADORABLE TOY POM PUPPIES FOR SALE. TELEPHONE FRED ON 011 545551 ++++++ WORKSUITS Two piece royal blue worksuits are available @ exceptional low prices. Available sizes: 32 - 52 A negotiable discount is offered on bulk orders Contact John Laing: 011 610 089 +++++++++ House Boat for Sale -Loose Goose - View Milibizi Length 12 M and Width 5.75M Power: Inboard 2.3 Diesel Marine Gearbox Outboard: 50hp Mariner Plus Tender Boat with 50hp Mariner plus Fish Finder Price was R300000 now R150000 Urgent Sale email sandi@netconnect.co.zw Phone Maurice (084)22343 Gwanda ++++++++ FOR SALE 1. Heavy duty 5 speed drill press (include chuck); motor requires rewinding. Unit new mounted on angle iron stand. Z$520,000. 2. Wood lathe (six speed) motor 1450 rpm. In working order. Z$535,000. 3. Metropolitan Vickers 1425 prm motor mounted on angle iron stand in working order. Z$510,000. 4. 1 pair light aluminium modern adjustable crutches. Never used. Z$ 200,000. H.C.O. secures. To view please call at TRISH'S BOUTIQUE, (opposite Kirrie Arcade) J.Moyo Street between 9th/10th Ave, Bulawayo. +++++++++++ Petra High School Boy’s Uniforms for sale, including Blazer, Anorack, Track Suit, Swimming Costume, Tie, Trousers, etc. For more details, please phone 475892 (evenings). ++++++++++++ New Compaq Laptop - 1.8 Ghz Processor - 30 Gig Hard drive - 256 Mb RAM - Windows XP - Manual and Disks - Price: $ 2 700 000.00 (worth it!) Leem 8 Channel Mixer - For those that do sound and studio this would be good - Price: Just $ 1 700 000.00 ( absolute bargain!) HP 1320 Printer -Black & white colour heavy duty industrial Printer -21 Pages per minute -16 Mb Ram - 1200 dpi - Brand New with disks in the box - Price: Just $2 100 00.00 Dell Laptop - 40 Gig Hard drive - 1.4 Ghz Processor - 256 RAM - Dvd Combo - Casing doesn’t look the best, but okay. - Good working condition - Price: $1 800 000.00 5. Dell Inspiron Laptop - Pentium 3 Laptop - 20 Gig Hard Drive - 256 Mb RAM - Dvd Combo - Excellent condition -Price: $1 700 000 6. Sony Vaio 128MB Flash disk - Brand New,beautiful & in excellent condition - Price: $80 000.00 Please call Robin on :091 985 775 If Interested don’t hesitate to call Robin on: 091 985 775 ++++++++++++ HAVING A PROBLEM WITH YOUR WATER Then you need to come and see the New Range of Domestic Water Filters that we have to offer at Bateman Water Zimbabwe. Description Application FH 4 200BL 10" Housing Filter Housing Filter Cartridges PAC-10 10" Activated Carbon Wound Cartridge Filters Dirt, Rust and Improves Taste P10-100MC 10" Wound Cartridge Filters Dirt and Rust Ultracarb OBE Cartridge Bacteria ,Cysts,Chemicals,Heavy Metals, Taste Odour, Dirt and Rust Melltblown 10" Cartridge Filters Dirt and Rust Crystals Recharge (For Descaler) Crystals Recharge (For Descaler) Desaclers (Includes Housing and Crystals) Suspends Hard Water Case Klorman Cartridges (Cartridges 16 /case only) Chlorination Klorman Housing Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate in contacting the undersigned or come in and see us at the following address Bateman Water Zimbabwe Suite 703 7th Floor Pioneer House Cnr 8th Avenue / Fife Street Bulawayo Phone : (263) 9 60374 / 60438 Fax : (263) 9 884235 Cell : (263) 91 236 326 e-mail : bwwds@zol.co.zw Many thanks Wayne de Swardt PROJECTS ENGINEER BATEMAN WATER ZIMBABWE ++++++ PATTERN-MAKING LESSONS OFFERED FOR THE HOME DRESSMAKER. Learn to make your own patterns which need no pinning or adjusting, in a variety of styles, the easy way. Patterns and all training material are supplied. Times: Monday and Tuesday mornings - 10am - 12 noon. Saturday: 3 - 5 pm. Cost: $ 8,000 per lesson. Length of course: approx. 4 lessons. Phone: Mrs. B. Wisselo 245319 ( 10-12 noon, 3-5 pm only). ++++++++++ BRAND NEW SET OF DUNLOP STEEL GOLF CLUBS FOR 1.2 MILLION DOLLARS. 9 IRONS, 3 WOODS. PRICE BASED ON RAND AS AT 26.1.06 AND RISES WITH DAILY RAND VALUATION. PHONE 281495. WITH A RED WILSON LEATHER GOLF BAG. +++++++++++++ Vinegar Vinegar Vinegar The best in town.... Orders.... Contact: 886507 011 612 878 ++++++++++ FOR SALE 16ft Bass Ranger, complete with as new 50HP 3 cyl Mercury Motor, two 22litre metal fuel cans, Fish finder, Bass Motor, Galvanised trailer with new tyres including spare, pro white wheels. Original ARC inflatable boot boat, with oars, as new 5HP Mariner, plastic tank, plastic boot carry bag. Seats two people easily. A Sharp A70 fax machine, the type that has the paper roll inside the machine. VGC. A Sanyo World Space Digital Radio receiver in box with instruction manual. Please phone 242519 evenings +++++++++ STOLEN PROPERTY I had my SHARP CONVECTION MICROWAVE OVEN (Model R8580, Serial Number 80702408) stolen a couple of weeks ago. Has anyone seen it or been offered it for sale? Reward offered. Tel 240434 or 091 380 647 Yvonne ++++++++++ Looking for a Handyman. Look no further, Rick will come and fix all those things that you never seem to get around to, fridges, stoves, small electrical jobs etc. Will be closed from 16th Dec to 3rd Jan Phone Cell 023 422025 ++++++ NEW DAY CARE CENTRE OPEN!!!!!!!!!! ALL CHILDREN FROM THE AGE OF 2 YEARS WELCOME....... WE WILL CAREFULLY WATCH YOUR KIDS FROM 7AM - 5PM OR HALF DAY. PLEASE CONTACT CARMEN ON 011 401 046 ++++++++ WATER TANKS. 5000 LITER PLASTIC WATER TANKS FOR SALE. BRAND NEW, IMPORTED. TEL 011631846 OR 207379 +++++++++ HALCO FISHING LURES - great Christmas and birthday presents. Drury Wickman are the distributors for Zimbabwe. We have a wide range in stock including bass, tiger and sea lures, IGFA rated line and fishing bags. Contact our Bulawayo office on 886884-7, 091-277991 (Fife Street extension) or Harare on 751518 or 9 (32 Simon Mazorodze Road). ++++++++++ Now in Stock - Workshop Tools Rechargeable Lanterns and Torches Brand new 26L and 50L Air Compressor as well as Air Line Hose 12V H/Duty Mini Air Compressor Kit comes in case (Ideal for 4x4) 4 1/2" Bosch and 9" Ryobi Industrial Angle Grinders - Fragram Jigsaws 13mm and 16mm Bosch, Black & Decker Drilling machines including drill bit/masonry drill bit sets Rechargeable 3,6V Screwdrivers & Kits Battery Load Tester 0-16V - Battery/Alternator Tester 12A H/Duty Battery Chargers , Mini Engraver Kit Steel cutting and Grinding disc's Pneumatic grease guns, spray guns(High, Low & Gravity Feed, Water Trap & Regulator), die grinder kit Welding machine 140A, 1 and 2ton chain blocks, tap and die sets 6-24mm 2ton to 50ton Bottle Jacks 4piece micrometer set and vernier callipers Spanner/socket sets 3/8'',1/2'' and 3/4''dr, Pipe and shifting wrenches Engine & Brake cyl-hone, tubless tyre repair kits, Multimeters, Screwdriver sets, Pliers and Allen keys sets e.t.c High Voltage 110-750V Wibretest Testers Panel Beating Kits in Case 3/8"dr. Torque Wrench 6-30nM, 1/2"dr. Torque Wrench 42-210nM 4ton Elasticised Tow Rope Various Size Cable Ties, Insulation Tape, Workshop Assortments in cases eg. Split pins, copper washes, Fibre Washes, Machine screws etc 5pce. Quick Coupler Sets And Much Much More Tell 09-280576, cell 011 885 682 or 091 227 359 e-mail mactech@gator.co.zw Wanting Employment If you have any vacancies in bulawayo in/for Building Construction or similar. I have supervisory/hands on experience for many years on concrete & building Projects. Former/past employers - Fort Concrete, AB Glendenning Married with one child. Please contact on 280576 or E-mail mactech@gator.co.zw ++++++++++ COMPUTER COURSES! COMPUTER COURSES! From beginners courses through to Advanced courses in Excel, Word, Power Point and Email and Internet. Once complete - a certificate will be issued. Please contact Raquel on 250829 or 011 617 043 or email zainekel@mweb.co.zw ++++++++++ LOOKING FOR RHODESIAN BANK NOTES, PREFERABLY POUND AND SHILLING NOTES ONLY OF ANY DENOMINATION IN GOOD CONDITION. ALSO LOOKING FOR RHODESIAN MILITARY CAP BADGES AND MEDALS. WILL PAY TOP PRICES. PLEASE TELEPHONE SHELLEY 091 239830 OR 77379/66550 BULAWAYO ++++++++ FOR ALL YOUR PAINTED WALL HANGINGS, BATH SALTS BABY NURSERY DECOR AND WEDDING PLANNING CONTACT : zainekel@mweb.co.zw or Tel : 250829 / 011 617 043 ++++++++ Alliance Française de Bulawayo 61, Heyman Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo. Tel: (09) 250 245 / E-mail: afbyo@mweb.co.zw Opening hours : Monday-Friday: 10a.m. to 6p.m. Saturday: 9a.m. to 1p.m. Do you want to speak French? Then join the new classes of the Alliance Française de Bulawayo. We offer special classes for children, for school going students, adults and also professionals (i.e. Tourism). At Alliance Française, we have professional tutors and French language speakers as well as a perfect learning environment for your needs. We conduct classes once or twice a week and during the week-end. Portuguese, German and Ndebele classes are also available ! Registration is on @ Alliance Française New term starting on 22nd January, 2007 For enquiries or special requests (intensive or business courses, individual lessons, classes outside the Alliance), call Fabien, Mr Zulu or Veronica on (09) 250 245. +++++++ For Sale. Indian canoe ..white 18 ft in excellent condition. R 2000.00 Trailer to carry above. R 2000.00 Yamaha 2 hp motor . R 1300.00 . Vivid decoder. used. R400.00 all ( or Z $ equivalent. ) Skottle braai on three legs. (no cyl. ) Z$ 60,000. Phone 088 492 / or email vcdugmore@netconnect.co.zw ++++++++++ ART LESSONS!! Monday Afternoons: Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm Fee: $10,000-00 Per Month Ages: 6 upwards All materials available!! Learn to Paint - Wildlife, landscapes, seascapes, still life, Observation drawing, material/wax batiks Learn to Paint with - Oil paints, chalk pastels, oil pastels, water colours, dyes etc. For more information contact: Kylie Tel: 241421(H) 023 514 339 +++++++++ MATTHEW TOWNSHEND's SCHOOL OF CRICKET Matthew Townshend's School of Cricket will be opening at the end of January at Whitestone's School. Junior School boy's and girl's are most welcome to enrol and for more information please contact Matt on 091 265861 or 235650. Coaching will cover all aspect's of cricket, ball skill's, batting, bowling, fielding and the pleasure of participating in this wonderful sport in the true manner of a sportsman. Regular age group matches will take place where Zimbabwe test players may be in attendance and prizes for the best performances in each age group awarded. To ensure parent's who allocate so much of their time to their children's sport are not forgotten, following the age group matches social function's are held, braai's, refreshments etc., and a time for all our wonderful folk to get together, relax and enjoy seeing their youngsters participate in a happy sporting environment. +++++++++ HOLLAND & REDFERN Chartered Surveyors, Auctioneers, Estate Agents and Valuers We are pleased to advise that MARIA AUSTIN and HAYLEY MUIR have joined our property sales team and will be very pleased to assist property sellers and buyers in securing the most suitable sale or purchase of property. Maria and Hayley join our existing team, and can be contacted as follows :- Maria Austin 091 266 476 Hayley Muir 091 968 255 Ding Mukono 011 631 852 Shane Thompson 011 219 244 Mike Lander 091 244 699 / 703 For all your property requirements, speak to one of the above (good luck with the cell phones) or call the office 882944 / 5 / 6, 98 Samuel Parirenyatwa Street, between 9th and 10th Ave. ++++++++ HANDYGAS available. We fill your cylinders, big or small. Phone or message Scott on 011 630 590 or 240383 or come to: "W.F. Transport", Main St. ext, after 15th Ave, before Bristol Rd canal. Red "handigas" sign on tree. +++++++++ The Dance Academy We offer tuition in the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet from Baby Classes to Advanced Level and Modern / Freestyle Classes as well as Pilates and Open Modern / Contemporary classes for adults. At The Dance Academy we foster the gracious discipline of dance in a structured yet fun-filled environment. Our enthusiastic, professional staff looks forward to welcoming girls and boys of all ages to our fabulous new premises at Whitestone School Hostel, Whitestone Way, Burnside, Bulawayo. For all inquiries, please contact : Robyn Smith (h) 245542 (cell) 011 881 315 +++++++++++++ BRAND NEW MINT CONDITION DESKTOP PC FOR SALE CPU TechView Pentium 4 17' Samsung Colour Monitor Keyboard Laser mouse 2 Speakers and super woofer Internal modem CD/DVD Writer Combo 80GB Disk space 504MB RAM Windows XP Professional installed Pastel 5.2 installed All the above for only $3 300 000 if interested contact Cheryl Rootman on 09 888141(W) 09 242255(H) 011214930(Mobile) ++++++ ELECTRICIAN For all types of electrical repairs, including RADIO, TV, VCR AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES Will supply references/names for whom work has been completed. All enquiries Kenneth Tshuma 285649 +++++++++ APPLE MACINTOSH G3 FOR SALE Includes: Scanner, External CDR, External Opti Disk Drive, Modem Ideal for first time users or a fledgling graphic designer (All software already installed) Processor: Power PC G3 System: OS 9.01 300MHz 30gb Hard Drive 6 gb Backup Drive Email lee@nandb.co.zw +++++++++++++/ FOR SALE: P3 Celeron 850MHz 128Mb Ram 20Gb Hd CD-ROM 56K Internal Modem Screen, Keyboard, Mouse Onboard LAN, Audio, USB Windows XP, Office 2003 Ideal for E-mail, Internet and Word-processing Zim equivalent of US$250. Tel: 091 415 358 ++++++++++++ WOODLAND INN Woodland Inn is situated 250 metres east of the Bulawayo-Gwanda road at the 50 km peg, and is set in a grove of Leadwood trees, green lawns and peaceful surroundings. There are eight rooms (varying in size) with five ensuite and three ‘sharing’ bathrooms. The Inn accommodates 18 people comfortably and is the ideal venue for a conference or a quiet ‘getaway’ for a group of friends or family members. We offer 15% discount on menu prices for residents. As well as a fully equipped bar service, the Inn’s restaurant and conference room can accommodate up to 20 people (the conference room has a chalk board, white board, and a flip chart included in the daily rate). A nature walk and bird watching around the farm to delight nature lovers, and a dart board and playing cards are also available as extra-mural activities. A dam on the farm is not usable for fishing as it is seasonal. Access to the surrounding areas of interest is by your own vehicle, and includes the five main supply dams to Bulawayo City, which are a fisherman’s dream and where picnic sites are in abundance. Lumene falls and Diana’s Pools are situated nearby and are the starting points for hiking and mountain bike trails. Many caves and grain bin sites are easily accessible. Please phone, fax or email us with all your enquiries, as we have specials for groups over 15, or groups staying for four nights or more. [We also have a self-catering rate should this be your preference. This requires the client taking over the entire complex.] Tel: 088-546 or 088-492. Fax: 088-492. Email: vcdugmore@netconnect.co.zw We look forward to being of service to you soon. ++++++++++ FOR SALE - INSTANT GAS HOT WATER SYSTEM. IDEAL FOR HOUSEBOATS OR RURAL LODGES TELEPHONE 243210 ++++++++ COLDROOM/FREEZER ROOM EQUIPMENT Condensing Unit and Blower Coldroom application 7,5kw Freezer-room application 5,5kw COLDROOM/FREEZER ROOM COMPRESSOR Coldroom application 17kw Freezer room application 10kw Electric motor 20hp 4-pole IMPALA Boat on trailer - no motor BAY MARIE for sale Curved glass 4ft Offers? coolcat@mweb.co.zw +++++ FOR SALE: Jungle gym very good condition includes swing, slide, rings one side is a ship the other an aeroplane Ladies hood hair dryer (Pfico excellent condition) Baby rocker come car seat (S.A model excellent condition) 2 baby microwave bottle sterilisers one never used Hot brush new Battery operated nail dryer new 1 x solitaire diamond ring 1 x 3 stone emerald ring Table top sewing machine (frister rossman) very good condition Empisal knitting machine in the box never been used Plumbers - U bend fittings and pipes different lengths second hand clothes all nearly new contact : tel 468817 +++++++ For Sale: 1 x DVD Model DR 365G Pula 900 or equivalent in Zim $ 1 x DVD Model DR 165 Pula 700 or equivalent in Zim $ Telephone Jessica 244687 ++++++++ GOLDEN SPUR ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT DJ FRANK (FRANK REYNOLDS) WILL BE PERFORMING AT THE GOLDEN SPUR ON THE EVENING OF the 14TH FEBRUARY WEDNESDAY FOR OUR VALENTINES DINNER DON'T DELAY BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT 091 215 527 or 70318 or 011 614 607 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 7 TIDBITS FOR THE GARDEN OF YOUR DAILY LIVING, PLANT THREE ROWS OF PEAS: 1. Peace of mind 2. Peace of heart 3. Peace of soul PLANT FOUR ROWS OF SQUASH: 1. Squash gossip 2. Squash indifference 3. Squash grumbling 4. Squash selfishness PLANT FOUR ROWS OF LETTUCE: 1. Lettuce be faithful 2. Lettuce be kind 3. Lettuce be patient 4. Lettuce really love one another NO GARDEN IS WITHOUT TURNIPS: 1. Turnip for meetings 2. Turnip for service 3. Turnip to help one another TO CONCLUDE OUR GARDEN WE MUST HAVE THYME: 1. Thyme for each other 2. Thyme for family 3. Thyme for friends WATER FREELY WITH PATIENCE AND CULTIVATE WITH LOVE. THERE IS MUCH FRUIT IN YOUR GARDEN BECAUSE YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW. ++++++++++ There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart...pursue those. --Michael Nolan +++++++ 'It is in the fire that the intensity of the clay is tested And its spirit is allowed to dance. It is in the fire where the fierce light pierces to the core and the once fragile become strong. It is in the fire where an individual piece of clay claims its own true identity. Some of the most beautiful pieces will crumble under the extreme conditions, While other average looking pieces will get stronger and take on whole new identities. Whatever the case, the process is not complete until the clay has had its time in the fire.' - unknown -