04 Apr2012

Grace Celebrates Opening of New Classroom Block

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The time finally arrived when Grace College pupils, staff, parents and members of the Governing Body and Trust could celebrate the opening of the new classroom block. Our Headmaster, Mr Sean Moore, opened the proceedings, making the pupils attentive to the wonderful privilege they had to be part of this development. Some scripture reading followed, acknowledging God's Hand of provision over the building period. Newly elected Governing Body Chairman, Mr Bruce Findlay, cut the ribbon to declare the building open. This was followed by the planting of two trees in the quad, by our builder, Mr John Weston and outgoing Governing Body Chairman, Mr Greg Perrett. In closing, Reverend John Stimson prayed a blessing over the new building and refreshments were enjoyed in the new Drama facility. We are looking forward to many happy years of teaching and learning in this beautiful new facility.

Pictured at the ribbon cutting are from left to right: Mr Howard Christie (Member of Governing Body), Mr Gary Lowe (Member of the Trust) and Mr Bruce Findlay (New Chairman of Governing Body).

News and image supplied by Grace College.

28 Mar2012

Saving the Easter Bunny from Hilton's Potholes!

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Hilton really needs some pothole fixing. Someone expressed the broader sentiment of residents with a sign in the middle of a crater in Groenekloof road. If your car went into this pothole it may never come out again, at least not the same, never mind local children's fears of what would happen to the Easter Bunny should he fall into the hole!

We hope someone fixes it soon and meanwhile, well done to the sign writer; at least your sign will save any newcomers to Groenekloof road a hefty tyre balancing, aligning or replacement bill.

22 Mar2012

Hilton College ' Pupils excel in International Benchmarking Tests

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In October each year the Grade Nines write the International Benchmarking Tests in English and Mathematics. The intention is to compare the performance of Hilton College boys in these two disciplines with other students from the South African sample and an international sample of students. Congratulations to Gareth Obery who was ranked in the top 2% of the international cohort in both English and Mathematics.

Because of the international nature of these tests it is only in March the following year that the results are released. Congratulations to the following boys who were ranked in the top 2% of the international cohort. This is an outstanding achievement.

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Daniel Dix, Joe Hacker, Jono Hayes and Ross Lewis

Mathematics

Ntsika Mbebe and Naughton Williams

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Gareth Obery

16 Mar2012

Two New Property Developments Launch this Weekend in Hilton

AmberleaTwo new and exciting property developments being launched this weekend by Andrew Line of Harcourts Hilton. The 1st is a new concept to Hilton, GASH (good address small home).

There are 42 one and two bed roomed units all with store room/ laundry's with tumble driers, and one carport per bed room. These new units have been integrated into an established development within walking distance of the Hilton Village and great access to the N3. Staring prices of R 575 000 for a one bedroom and R 850 000 for a 2 bedroom this is really good value.

The second development is The Gates at Hilton, which has been spoken about for a long time. The setting is awesome, the facilities and benefits totally unique. Club and pool with in the complex and then the right to utilise the Hilton College ground to walk ride, and enjoy. A very suitable architectural code and no cut off time to build

Both these developments will be on show this weekend on Saturday 10:00am till 2:00pm and Sunday 2:30pm till 4:30pm. Please give Andrew Line a call for any more info 0836370817.

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11 Mar2012

Hilton College visited by SA Rugby Legends

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This weekend saw Hilton College complete final preparations for the impending Winter sports season that commences next weekend with the first fixture being against Westville Boys High School here at Hilton College on Saturday, 17 March.
 
The rugby coaches enjoyed a coach the coaches session presented by Ian McIntosh, whilst the boys were introduced to the new High Performance Team that has been set up at the School to assist in a more professional approach to sport.

This session was followed by a coaching session run by the SA Rugby Legends which included Ian McIntosh, Pieter Muller, Dieter Kriese, Sasha Marot, Brent Moyle, Neil Cole, Andile Nyembezi, Hentie Maartens and Wayne Fyvie (both Hilton College Old Boys).

Thereafter the Hilton 1st XV played a touch rugby game against the legends and the Hilton 2nd XV played touch against an Old Boys team which included former Shark Brad MacLeod-Henderson and former Leeds Rhino player Ryan Walker.

The winter sports camp concluded with a team building session presented by African Djembe and motivational speaker Danny Petersen. Watching five hundred plus boys on the African Djembe drum was quite spectacular.

Pictured above are Hilton College coaches Paul Venter and Brad Anderson with Ian McIntosh and below are Hentie Maartens, Brent Moyle, Andile Nyembezi, Pieter Muller, Dieter Kriese, Sasha Marot, Wayne Fyvie and Neil Colewith. Photographs and news submitted by Hilton College.

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08 Mar2012

Grace College Pupils in Rotary Charity Concert

Rotary charity concert participants copyGrace College pupils participated in a Rotary Charity Concert at the Hilton Theatre on Saturday, 3 March 2012. Five schools took part, exposing wonderful talent amongst our young people.

Pictured from left to right are Grace College participants: Jack Perrett (Guitar); Chiara Ilett (Vocal); Marisa Lagrange (Flute); James McFadzean (Guitar); Jade Ames (Vocal) and Abigail Smith (Vocal).

Photograph and news supplied by Grace College.
05 Mar2012

Hilton College SA Rowing Achievements

RowingWell done to Kyle Schoonbee who was crowned the South African U 19 Rowing Champion recently at the SA Rowing Championships. Kyle won a gold medal in the U 19 scull and is ranked no.1 in South Africa. He also won a gold medal in the u 19 doubles with Matt Gearing and in addition broke the SA record. Well done these are outstanding achievements.
 
As mentioned Kyle and Matt Gearing won a gold medal in the u19 doubles as well as a silver medal in the u19 quad and also broke the SA record.

Photograph and news supplied by Hilton College.
05 Mar2012

David Orr in Concert at Church of Ascension

DavisOrr400Church of Ascension in Church Lane, next to St Annes in Hilton invite you to attend a programme of popular music for organ with David Orr.

St George's Cathedral Director of Music, David Orr, returns to the Natal Midlands to give a concert at the Church of the Ascension in Hilton. David studied Music at Rhodes University where he completed a Masters degree in Organ Performance. Following seven years in the Pietermaritzburg area, teaching initially at Epworth and later at St Anne's Diocesan College, he returned to Cape Town in 2007 to St George's Cathedral where he directs the overall cathedral music programme of liturgical and secular performances.

This concert in Hilton will feature accessible music for organ such as Bach's popular 'Jesu, joy of man's desiring' and Elgar's famous 'Nimrod'. Tickets at R80.00 are sold in support of the church's organ fund. For further information about the concert or to book tickets (also available at the door) please phone 033 343 3012 (weekday mornings). Safe parking Brindy Road off Hilton Avenue.
01 Mar2012

Graces Junior Chess Champs

grace Chess copyGrace College Grade 8 pupils, Shaun Markham and Mark Auge, stood out in the Pietermaritzburg and Districts Individual Chess Challenge for Secondary schools, held at St. Charles this term. Shaun came first and Mark second, in the C-pool for beginners. Congratulations to you both on this achievement and also to the rest of the team for doing us proud. We wish you all the best for the team challenge that is lying ahead.

Pictured are: Shaun Markham on the left (winner) and Mark Auge (second).
 
News and image submitted by Grace College.
03 Apr2012

Grace College has Talent

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Grace College held a talent show recently. The show burst at its seams with a variety of talent, from various dance items, to singing, tricks, and instrumental items. Our own local singing sensation, Erin Fourie, performed a beautiful rendition of Halo and also assisted as guest judge. Grade 11 pupil, Nicola Isaacs, was crowned the winner with her very entertaining dance item. The staff involved in organizing this successful evening, the MC's, as well as the pupils who assisted with lighting, sound and back-stage help, are commended for their hard work. Finally, to all the performers who gave us a show that will be remembered for a long time, well done!

Pictured: Erin Fourie with the winner of Grace has talent, Nicola Isaacs.

News and image supplied by Grace College.

23 Mar2012

The Easter Bunny is in Training at The Quarry Centre

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The Easter Bunny is training for Easter Sunday at The Quarry Centre this year!

He's having a practice run for the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 31st March at 09:00am. Superspar are also having another fruit and veg market on Friday the 30th and Saturday the 31st, and there will be jumping castles and face painting on Saturday too.

22 Mar2012

Hilton's POSH Market

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Hilton's POSH Market was once again blessed with a bright blue sky day, opening with memorable piped tunes from The Athlone Highlanders, the various stalls added a fair like quality to the area as vendors set up their stands. The first piped melody filled the air as a consistent flow of shoppers wended their way towards the POSH Market, ambling along and selecting their purchases in between catch-ups with old friends.

Charles Webster performed some well loved and familiar numbers as the sheep and steak sizzled and children bounced on the jumping castle while cool drinks and splashes were welcomed. Erin Fourie took to the stage for the lunchtime session and popped in a special request or two, pleasing all with her lovely voice.

Our stall holders brought a wide array of shoppers delights including; hats, bags, jewellery, books, games, pottery, oil paintings, pillows and decopaged items.Lucky shopper prizes delighted many.

Thank you to all who attended and participated, you made this day memorable and we look forward to Hilton's next POSH Market. Watch this space to hear about it first!











15 Mar2012

Pipe Band at Hilton's POSH Market

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Hilton's POSH Market on the 21st March 2012 will be opened by The Athlone Highlanders at 9:00am at Jacaranda Centre. Our local ActionCOACH, Patrick Greenaway is one of the pipers in this band. Patrick (pictured on the left with his son) comes from a long line of Scottish pipers and when he was studying in Edinburgh he decided it was time to explore this family tradition. This was during the 80's when piping was at an all-time low, Patrick enrolled at the Glasgow College of Piping where he had lessons.

Patrick continued to play the bagpipes once he returned to South Africa with bands including the Durban Caledonian Pipe Band and he was a founder piper of the well-known 1 Medical Battalion Pipe Band. Then Patrick and his wife Glynis went to Europe for eighteen years and the bagpipes were never unpacked.

Returning to South Africa again Patrick went to the Fort Nottingham Highland Games where, much to his shame as a proud half-Scotsman, he discovered that the piping in our province had diminished to a single, small KZN Pipe Band.

This compelled Patrick, along with much encouragement from Ian Turnbull, to haul out his pipes once more and along with his commitment to practice regularly he set his sights on playing in the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow, which he duly did on the 13th of August last year.
Patrick now plays regularly with The Athlone Highlanders, made up of Hilton's Ian Turbull, father and son team Andrew and Steven Pitchford as well as their newest member Granton Law. All will perform pro-bono at Hilton's POSH Market on the 21st of March 2012, their single request being that if you enjoy their music please give a contribution towards their new drum set for which they are saving.

Patrick shared that the standing joke is Men in skirts behave like girls, but only men in underwear wear skirts while men without underwear wear kilts!

You can expect to hear traditional Scottish tunes and ancient Irish tunes, including Molly Darling, Maggie, Silver Threads among the Gold, Scotland the Brave and Patrick's favourite at the moment, Cullen Bay. See you at Jacaranda Centre and remember to bring your family, bring your friends, bring empty shopping bags and come hungry!
11 Mar2012

First Sports Tour for Grace College

grace Cricket TourThe Grace College 1st Cricket team was part of proud history being made by being the first sports team of our School to go on tour from 8 ' 11 March 2012. They visited Christchurch College in Midrand, where they played two 20/20 matches and one 40 over match, winning on two occasions with the third game being washed out. The boys did us proud and we are looking forward to a return tour that Christchurch will do in September. At Grace we want to make touring an integral part of our students' sporting experience. Grace College would like to thank Hilton Honey Farms and Adventure Escapades for their generous donation of shirts for the team.

Pictured from left to right (back row): Mr. Troy Bishop (Coach), Dylan Molyneux, Matthew Swanepoel, Shaun Auge, Bonga Mzobe, Michael Evans (Captain), Suvan Naik, Storm Horstead, Rainer Denk and Richard Cornell. Front row left to right: Caityn Kobus (Scorer), Nhlakanipho Ngobese, Jack Perrett, James Kelly, Conrad Lilje and Mr. Carl Kobus (Coach).

News and image submitted by Grace College in Hilton, KZN.
07 Mar2012

Undercover at Old Main Brewery 16th March 2012

Undercover1720Undercover live at Old Main Brewery (corner Hilton Avenue and Cedara Road) this Friday night. Bring your party hats and enjoy a meal, a drink, bring your mates along for a chat and rock out to some good music...!

05 Mar2012

Run Walk for Life move to Laddsworth

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Good news in from Run/Walk for Life in Hilton, they are moving to Laddsworth Primary School from Wednesday 7th March 2012! Be there at 17h30 for the launch of this keenly anticipated launch. Laddsworth offers a variety of safe routes, especially during the winter months.

New members who join Run/Walk for Life during the month of March 2012 can join at the very reduced rate of R850.00 for the year, this is a large saving on the normal price of R1296.00. A great way to get fit, lose weight and be healthy.

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01 Mar2012

Please pick the Formosa Lilies

LiliumWinterskloof Conservancy received the following note on the Formosa Lilies that are flowering at the moment, many can be seen on the hillside of World's View, as you drive down Old Howick Road from Hilton to PMB, just past Ketelfontein Reserve.
 
The note is from Nikki Brighton of the Midlands Conservancies' Forum.
'Formosa Lily (Lilium formosanum) is flowering at the moment and there seem to be masses more than last year. These invasive plants from Taiwan have spread alarmingly over the past few years, seeding prolifically along roads. It also invades grasslands and wetlands transforming these habitats and replacing indigenous plants.With less than 3% of the original moist mist-belt grasslands formally protected, we can't afford to lose anymore.
 
The purplish brown stems reach 1,5 to 2 m high and are topped with up to 10 white trumpet shaped flowers flushed with burgundy on the outside. The 20 cm long funnel-shaped flowers are fragrant and have been widely cultivated in the past ' escaping from gardens to become a serious weed in the wild. The narrow linear leaves are shiny dark green.
Formosa lily is listed presently as a Declared Invader Category 3 plant which means it cannot be planted and needs to be controlled. Please go out and pick armfuls of these flowers before the seed heads carrying 1000's of seeds form and burst! Preferably, pull the whole plant out while you are about it.
SANBI, in conjunction with Working for Water is sending clearing teams to the Karkloof, Dargle and other areas soon.If you see an infestation that you can't handle, please report it to:Ntombifuthi Mthimkhulu by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Or Vusi Mkhize by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.' Image and article submitted by Winterskloof Conservancy.
29 Feb2012

Brain Train Student takes 2nd in Wartburg Classic

mtb-edwardsbAndrew Edwards, a BrainTrain student, is our mountain biking hero!

At the Cedara Subaru Race Andrew took 2nd in his age group and was placed 6th overall. Recently Andrew attended the SA Nationals in Cape Town and came 5th in his age group. At the Provincials at Giba Gorge he did very well, managing a 3rd place. More recently at the Wartburg Classic, he came 2nd in his age group and a whopping 12th overall!

Well done Andrew, you make us very proud, keep on pedalling! Image and news supplied by Brain Train, Hilton, Kwazulu-Natal.

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