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The Citizen
6 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Sheppie Lions roar with pride
Port Shepstone Lions celebrated the club's 55th annual presidential induction and awards dinner at their den at Port Shepstone Country Club recently. Guests of honour included Port Shepstone Country Club chairperson John Beekman and his wife Jay, Lions Colin and Carol Mackintosh of the Amanzimtoti Lions Club, and Suzette Smit. Outgoing club president Denis Meyer paid tribute to the Lions for a successful year of community service and fundraising projects. These projects included providing ongoing support to South Coast Hospice, Reinhardt's Place, Assisi Mission Orphanage, Dumisani's Creche, Hibiscus Food for Life and Suid Natal Kospakke Kinders. The club also successfully hosted its annual Lions Leadership Retreat and Blind Bowlers weekends. Senior citizens projects included the annual Christmas luncheon held at Port Shepstone CC, monthly games afternoons, and frozen meals provided on a monthly basis thanks to the efforts of the Lion Ladies. The club was involved with the sponsorship of 10 cataract operations during Sight Week in October last year, and donated R10 000 to the Lions Clubs International Foundation which provides support to natural disasters worldwide. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Citizen of the Year award to John Beekman in recognition of his ongoing support of Port Shepstone Lions as well as his outstanding leadership of the country club and generous support of and contributions towards many other charitable causes. The Lion of the Year trophy was presented to Richard Borradaile for his 35-year commitment as club treasurer. A special top club chairperson and club president's appreciation award was presented to Jean Masson for his dedication to the fundraising, clubhouse and bar portfolios. Appreciation awards were presented to Steve McCarroll, Pete Surtees, Gary Vogt and Mike Heathcote. A special award was presented to Cathy Masson for her commitment to the monthly Lions' Market project. Stirrer of the Year went to Mike Heathcote. Membership pins were presented to Hilton Horsley (40), Denis Meyer (30) and Jean Masson (25). A special award plaque and president's appreciation medal was presented to lady president Bev Rolfe for her outstanding leadership of the ladies' club. Appreciation gifts were presented to secretary Cathy Masson and treasurer Jane Massey. The Lion lady of the year award went to Cathy Masson A special award was presented to Suzette Smit for her ongoing support of many of the club's projects and events. Past council chairman Paul Brauteseth formally inducted Clayton Curnow as club president for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Clayton thanked his predecessor for his leadership and undertook to continue the club's legacy of fellowship, friendship and service. His wife Inika will serve as the Lion ladies' president for the forthcoming year. HAVE YOUR SAY Like the South Coast Herald's Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram
The Citizen
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
One day to go for the Highland Gathering
ARE YOU ready for the Highland Gathering? Have you brushed up on your Highland fling? Iron your kilts, brush up on your bag-piping and bring your family to Hutchison Park for the event of the year on May 3. Also read: What to expect at the Highland Gathering this year Local visitors and those from far and wide get a wee break from the regular day-to-day for a full day of whims and wonders of Scottish heritage, mixed in with Amanzimtoti charm. For the great Highland bagpipe, there can be no rest between notes, and as such it takes passion and fierce pride to echo the power of the pipes. The Amanzimtoti Lions Club introduced some of the pipe bands whose dynamic performances underscore the Highland Gathering. The Johannesburg-based African Skye Pipe Band returns to the greens of Hutchison Park, competing as not one, but two powerful units in both Grades Three and Four. Their dynamic performances bridge the gap between African roots and Scottish tradition. If you hear thunder on the horizon, it's probably African Skye warming up. With roots dating back to 1943, the Jeppe Pipe Band holds the title of Johannesburg's oldest school pipe band. The band plays formal parades, moving memorials, live concerts and community events, each echoing the power of pipes that echo through generations. Also read: This year's Highland Gathering promises family fun South Africa's oldest pipe band, the Drums and Pipes of the Cape Town Highlanders, was founded in 1889, with a legacy rooted in military tradition, much like those of the Highland Games in Scotland's rich history. The band is made up of South African Reserve Force volunteers and civilians. Most notably, the band has played for Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday. Durban Caledonian Society Pipe Band is a relatively new band, however, they have been a regular sight and sound at concerts, events and competitions across the country. Their Grade Four band will be collaborating with the Pietermaritzburg Pipe Band under the banner of the KZN Callies Pipe Band, making their debut performance at this year's gathering. If you'd like to listen to the powerful tunes of the bands and be a part of the spectacle, tickets for adults are R60, pensioners and learners pay R40 and entrance is free for six years and younger. Parking tickets are R30. For more information on how to purchase tickets, sponsor the event, updates or for an opportunity to win entry tickets, visit the Lions Club of Amanzimtoti – Home of the Highlands Gathering Facebook page, contact 072 767 7833 or email info@ For more South Coast Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom on 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Kilt up for a day of pipes, pride at the Highland Gathering
ARE you ready for the Highland Gathering? Have you brushed up on your Highland fling? Iron your kilts, brush up on your bag-piping and bring your family to Hutchison Park for the event of the year on May 3. Visitors and those from far and wide get a wee break from the regular day-to-day for a full day of whims and wonders of Scottish heritage, mixed in with Amanzimtoti charm. For the great Highland bagpipe, there can be no rest between notes and as such, it takes passion and fierce pride to echo the power of the pipes. The Amanzimtoti Lions Club introduced some of the pipe bands whose dynamic performances underscore the Highland Gathering. The Johannesburg-based African Skye Pipe Band returns to the greens of Hutchison Park, competing as not one, but two powerful units in both Grades Three and Four. Their dynamic performances bridge the gap between African roots and Scottish tradition. If you hear thunder on the horizon, it's probably African Skye warming up. With roots dating all the way back to 1943, the Jeppe Pipe Band holds the title of Johannesburg's oldest school pipe band. The band plays formal parades, moving memorials, live concerts and community events, each echoing the power of pipes that echo through generations. South Africa's oldest pipe band, the Drums and Pipes of the Cape Town Highlanders, was founded in 1889, with a legacy rooted in military tradition, much like those of the Highland Games in Scotland's rich history. The band is made up of South African Reserve Force volunteers and civilians. Most notably, the band has played for Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday. Durban Caledonian Society Pipe Band is a relatively new band, however, they have been a regular sight and sound at concerts, events and competitions across the country. Their Grade Four band will be collaborating with the Pietermaritzburg Pipe Band under the banner of the KZN Callies Pipe Band, making their debut performance at this year's gathering. If you'd like to listen to the powerful tunes of the bands and be a part of the spectacle, tickets for adults are R60, pensioners and learners pay R40 and entrance is free for six years and younger. Parking tickets are R30. For more information on how to purchase tickets, sponsor the event, updates or for an opportunity to win entry tickets, visit the Lions Club of Amanzimtoti – Home of the Highlands Gathering Facebook page, contact 072 767 7833 or email info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
