Morning Mirror Edition 336 - 25/5/2009


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Chimanimani Hotel May 2009 Special Misty Moments Chimanimani Hotel Melsetter Ready for the guests Decisions in Eastern Highlands Welcome to Mutare
           
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1) Editorial

COMRADES HERE I COME !

The Comrades Marathon came early this year didn't it ? It was only when we got to Joburg on Sunday and we heard that Zimbabwean Stephen Muzhingi had won the race, that I even realised it had even been run.

Normally one is aware of the preparations for the race when one encounters masses of runners limbering up on every road in the country, and then the day after there are not quite as many, just the dedicated few masochists who make it off the couch.

So needing my usual five km jog rather badly on Monday evening, I sallied forth amongst the sundowner "dog walking set" who festoon the little place where we normally reside when visiting "She Who Must Sing"

It was only after the third sympathetic nod that I got, that I was aware that I really must have looked like one of the runners who had just run the 89 km Comrades Marathon the day before. !!

It dawned on me that the looks I was getting were possibly more congratulatory combined with sympathy, as I was feeling a tad stiff (after all I had pruned a bush and washed a dish which is pretty darn hard work !!)

So my grimaces on limbering up had been noticed and hence the admiring stares .... it was only then that I noticed that I had donned, quite accidentally of course, an old Comrades Tee shirt that She Who Must Run had given me several Comrades ago.

One never wears THIS years tee shirt of course, it must always be an old faded one from a decade ago, that shows that one is a REAL RUNNER !!

Rubbing my thighs (just slightly in a nonchalant sort of way) too had the desired effect from the next passers by, and I was convinced that someone even muttered "Well Done!" .....

Now my running gait is unusual I will admit, its kind of a cross between a shuffle and an ungainly lollop, but it does look somewhat like the gait of a person who had run 89 kms the day before.... which must account for all this glorious attention I was receiving.

I had seconded She Who Must Run several times at various races, including four Comrades I might add, with a great deal of pride !! And so I know exactly what a runner goes through the day after Comrades.

I have lovingly tended those bleeding feet of my baby girl several times now, and watched the pain in her eyes while rubbing those awfully abused leg muscles, so I have all those grimaces taped I assure you !!

As I glanced into a window in one of the houses I was "running" past, I noticed that I was looking pretty "Comrades-Like" in my old faded Comrades Tee shirt and the black lycra tights I had purloined from "She Who Must Sing's cupboard.

It was mighty cold and I was grateful for the extra stretchability that modern lycra has. Hopefully the fabric will have returned to its normal size by the time She Who Must Sing needs them again, maybe if I wash them in hot water ?

But back to my fetching silhouette in the window, possibly the legs were a little larger than those of the average runner ? But then, do these runners not wrap their legs in yards of crepe bandage to keep out the winter chills ? Or perhaps The Doggy walking crowd might think that my muscles were still in cramp from the race, hence that extra bit of bulkiness in the thighs ??

I thought with pride of my countryman Stephen Muzhingi, what a feat, what an achievement. If anyone chanced to ask if I knew him, or perhaps even if I had ever "run" with him, could I possibly tell an itsy bitsy little fib ? I mean, after all we have possibly run on the same soil, maybe even on the same road, well certainly in the same country at any rate !!

I am pretty sure I could have given Stephen Muzhingi a run for his money on the downhill Comrades race, I am pretty fast downhill after all. If you carried as much adipose tissue in your back pocket as I do, the sheer force of gravity alone makes one run downhill pretty fast !!

It is a well known fact that HeeHoo and I are pretty hot on our tandem downhill too. Our combined dead weight - precariously balanced on the Canondale's tiny tyres, makes us a terrifying combination on a downhill.

I mean we even passed Andy Lang once going downhill on one of the Tours De Falcon !! So do not underestimate my downhill running ability, it is legendary .

Oh yes, getting back to my "after Comrades limber up" - not all of it was pretense I hasten to assure you, some of it was quite true, I did have a few aches and pains. I had, after all twisted my knee during the City Clean Up last week. It was not while using a broom I hasten to add, the closest I came to handling a broom was when I handed one to HeeHoo.

It was when I had to clamber on the back of the truck with the KGVI Marimba Band that I twisted my knee. It was a hard morning, sitting on the back of the truck taking photographs of the 1000 or so workers cleaning the city, I was positively exhausted by the end of the morning !

Oh yes, I could get used to this sort of sympathetic adulation... . I passed another doggy walker and rubbed my poor aching thigh, maybe I will start training for next year's Comrades, I thought as I deftly leapt out of the way of a passing car traveling at five km an hour.

Yes indeed Comrades Marathon 2010, watch out here I come !!

1) CITY CLEAN UP SATURDAY 16 MAY

Yes how beautiful Byo looked on saturday after the clean up and I want to thank than the Drillwell team for a job wonderfully done. 2nd and and the Sanitary lane behind the flat that I live in, was spotlessly cleaned. Thanks to everyone for a job well done God bless you all.

Val

Sharon Pincott's new book titled 'The Elephants and I: Pursuing a dream in troubled Zimbabwe ' is available now in bookshops throughout South Africa , and from various internet sites including www.kalahari. net, www.loot.co. za and www.exclusivebooks. com . Media interest and sales of this book are currently surpassing all expectations.

BULAWAYO SIREN
For your info, the siren goes off every morning without fail!!!! Starting at 6:30, then 6:50 and finally at 7am....I know this for a fact as they're my 'warning' bells to get out of bed and ready myself for work!
Regards
Raquel Esof

CITY SIREN
Reading the latest Morning mirror, I reside in Famona, near St Francis Home / Hamilton, and hear this siren most mornings, probably 4 out of 5 days, and am told it is the siren emanating from the Sugar Refinery. Obviously depending on the way the wind is blowing, it is very distinct.

I may be wrong, but in the "ole" days when I was a boarder at Dominican Convent, we heard it every morning, as it coincided with wake up call at 6.30 and at 6.50 was the hostel bell to get down to the dining hall for breakfast.

Would be interesting to know if this theory is correct.
S.R.T.

Without fail it goes every morning at 6.30 and at 6.50. It is a railway siren and living in Hillcrest I hear it each day. It never misses and to within a minute or two it is in time with the BBC "pips"
As far as I can remember and I moved into this house in 1980 it has never stopped.
Judith Smith


2) NOTICES

SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
Scruffs Dog Show
Caters for Rescued and Unusual dogs, with prizes for Fancy dress and Fine condition, plus Skills over an obstacle course

Do come along and enjoy an Outing for the whole family Get a delicious meal form the Stalls in the arena
Help your dog learn social skills
Or just support the SPCA
We want to see you there!!
The SPCA Scruffs Dog Show ---- Sunday May 31 2009 SEE YOU THERE

Girls College and Falcon College

Present the toe-tapping, fun-filled jazz musical

"ANYTHING GOES!" at THE BULAWAYO THEATRE

Thursday 11th June: Public Performance 7.00 pm
Friday 12th June: GALA NIGHT 6.00 for 7.00 pm (Cheese & Wine)
Saturday 13th June Public Performance 7.00 pm
BOOKINGS OPEN at The Bulawayo Theatre: Tuesday 26th May, 2009
Be sure to catch this uplifting show featuring some exceptional singing talent from Girls' College and Falcon College accompanied by live orchestra.

Girls' College
is hosting a Winter Carnival
on the 6th of June 2009.
This will not just be an entertaining event but an educational one too. Stalls of any kind will be available for sale at R200. If you are interested we would like to invite you to buy a stall, however, you must book 2 weeks prior to the Winter Carnival.

For more information please contact:-

Shikita Vuntarde:-0912 760 466 Sheree McAtier:-023 420 855

Thank you Winter Carnival Committee

FALCON COLLEGE
invites you to join them for an evening with

JAKE WHITE AND EDDIE JONES

Date Friday 12th June 2009
Venue Whitestone School
Time 7.30pm
Dress Smart Casual
Price $50 (includes dinner)
Evening entertainment by Gary Stanley Cash Bar Tickets available at the Falcon Office, Bulawayo 09 64364 Falcon Office, Harare 04 741941/904 All proceeds to go to The Keegan Langley Trust

The next meeting of the Bulawayo Floral Group
will take place at the Church of Ascension Hall
on Wednesday 3rd June 2009
at 2.30pm.

Guest demonstrator will be Debbie Zammarchi who will tell us about being a florist in Saudi Arabia - should be very interesting!

Exhibitors titles are : 'Eastern Delights' and/or a Vertical arrangement.

Entrance by donation - pensioners free. Tea and coffee will be served.

BLUE CROSS RACE REGISTRATION

Just a 'heads up' that registration for this year's event is now open on www.bluecross. co.zw
info@bluecross. co.zw


TOUR DE FALCON

FALCON COLLEGE WILL HOLD IT'S ANNUAL TOUR DE FALCON ON SUNDAY 5TH JULY. ROAD AND MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE - ON AND OFF ROAD EVENTS. DISTANCE 56 KM. START ASCOT CAR PARK 8.00 AM. FINISH FALCON COLLEGE MAIN GATE. TEAMS OF 2 OR 4 WELCOME. CHANGE OVERS 14 KM, 28 KM AND 42 KM.

REGISTRATION: 2.00 - 5.00 PM ON SATURDAY 4TH JULY AT OM'S SPORTS CLUB. R20 PER CYCLIST. NO LATE REGISTRATION!

THERE IS ALSO A WALK WHICH STARTS AT THE FALCON COLLEGE GATE, TO THE NCEMA BRIDGE (RETURN) R10. MEDALS TO FIRST 400 FINISHERS. PRIZES IN ALL CATEGORIES. FULL BAR AND CATERING AVAILABLE AT FALCON COLLEGE BUSHTICK PUB AFTER THE RACE.
FOR FURTHER INFO PLEASE CONTACT:
ALLAN: allankedda@africaon line.co.zw 011 203964 LEE : lee@racingsnake. co.zw 011 405 756

PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO AND THE ACADEMY

Thursday 28 May in Room 25 at 1.10 p.m.
'A Musical Palette', the second in the new series of Peter Rollason's lunchtime programmes.

Friday 29 May in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m.
Mozart: The Magic Flute There will be a supper interval. Carriages: 10.15 p.m. Mozart's last opera in a colourful production from Glyndebourne designed by David Hockney, conducted by Bernard Haitink and with Felicity Lott and Benjamin Luxon among the cast. An interval dinner can be ordered in advance: phone the Academy (60684) or e-mail music@gatorzw. co.uk

Monday 1 June at 5.15 p.m. in the Robert Sibson Hall
'Wagner', one of the films in the BBC Great Musicians series.

Thursday 4 June in Room 25 at 1.10 p.m.
Wagner and the Ring, the second talk in the series by Michael Bullivant will look at Wagner's musical methods in 'The Ring' and especially in 'Das Rheingold'.

Friday 5 June in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m.
Wagner: Das Rheingold There will be NO supper interval. Carriages: 10.00 p.m. The prologue to 'The Ring of the Nibelung' in a spectacular production from the Metropolitan Opera that followed Wagner's original stage directions as closely as possible with casts including the finest Wagnerian singers of the day.

Saturday 6 June in the Robert Sibson Hall at 5.00 p.m. [N.B. Starting Time]
The Bulawayo Chamber Music Society Haydn died two hundred years ago on 31 May 1809 and to commemorate that anniversary the newly formed Bulawayo Chamber Music Society will present a programme of music by him and his most famous pupil, Mozart. It includes Haydn's Piano Sonata in G major, HOBXV/25 and two Piano Trios (E flat major, HOBXV/30 and G major, HOBXV/25 -"Gypsy Rondo") as well as Mozart: Violin Sonata in G major, KV301 and Divertimento in B flat major for String Trio, KV Anh229 (439b). The musicians taking part will include Donald Welsh (violin), Ineke te Velde (violin), Cynthia Pretorius (cello) and Deon Marcus (viola and piano). The Chamber Music Society is very much Deon's inspiration and both the Academy and PAB are delighted to support it. There will be no advance booking: tickets at the door, US$2.00/R20. 00 - free to PAB subscribers and Red Carpet members. Wine will be available both before the concert and during the interval.

Thursday 11 June in Room 25 at 1.10 p.m.
Lunchtime Talk by Peter Rollason

Friday 12 June in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m.
Glazunov: Raymonda There will be a supper interval. Carriages: 10.00 p.m. Glazunov's 'Raymonda' is a full-length romantic ballet, the last in which Petipa participated, and this lavish Bolshoi production draws on his original choreography.

Tuesday 16 June in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m.
Luis Alberto Llaneza.(baritone) , Jeanette Micklem (piano) (16 June) Luis Alberto Llaneza is a singer with a major reputation in Spain and he will be presenting a programme entitled "Las Dos Orillas" (Two Coasts) which is described as "a musical voyage through Spanish and Latin American poetry set to music. Booking at the Academy from Monday 2 June. Tickets: US$3.00/R30. 00 - free to subscribers and Red Carpet members

Thursday 18 June in Room 25 at 1.10 p.m.
Wagner and the Ring - 3 The third talk in the series will take a closer look at the later operas in the Ring cycle.

Friday 19 June in the Robert Sibson Hall at 5.30 p.m.
Wagner: Die Walküre There will be a supper interval. Carriages: 10.45 p.m. 'Die Walküre' is probably the best-known of the Ring cycle and is presented with an outstanding cast including Jessye Norman as Sieglinde and Christa Ludwig as Fricka as well as the 'regulars", Hildegard Behrens as Brünnhilde and James Morris Wotan.

3) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES
Zimbabwe's Stephen Muzhingi won the gruelling 89km Comrades Marathon between Pietermaritzburg and Durban on Sunday.

In an annual race normally dominated by Russian runners and this year attracting a field of 13 000, Muzhingi crossed the finish line in Durban in 5:23,27.

Defending champion Leonid Shvetsove of Russia was second, with South African Lucas Nonyana in third.
"It was a good race. I was focused and reacted very well to moves by my challengers. I did not experience any pain or cramps," the 33-year-old Muzhingi told SABC television after the race.
Muzhingi, who finished third in the 2008 and seventh the year before that, will pocket prize money of R220 000 and a gold medal for winning this year's event, which was first staged in 1921.

RASPBERRIES

We have gone far beyond "disagreeable thoughts towards Zesa" having now been without power for twenty eight days straight - and still counting, despite more meetings and countless telephone calls, we are still wondering if it will ever be restored again. My father-in-law' s house has been without power for three and a half months and twenty one fault reports later have finally brought one team to look at the fault and decide it wasn't their particular crew that could do anything about it - and still waiting. I realise many people are having the same problems with constant lack of power but this is past deplorable and the excuses are endless. Zesa have surpassed themselves with their colossal lack of service and 'passing the buck' seems to have become their mission statement.
Heads should roll.


4) CONGRATULATIONS
5) CONDOLENCES

The Diocese of Matabeleland, St. Gabriel's Home and Nursery Training College regret to announce the untimely death of Miss Alice Mollie Hawkshaw, the first Matron and Principal of St Gabriel's Home and Nursery Training College from 1952 - 1994. She passed away on the 7th May 2009 in South Africa.
She will be sorely missed by the Management, Staff and the Anglican community in Bulawayo.
A memorial service will be held at St. Gabriel's Chapel on Wednesday, 27th May 2009 at 1500hours

de Caila de Lotbiniere - Tony
Loving husband and dad gone peacefully on 19th May 2009. Will be loved and missed forever by all his girls!
Love Bridget, Bryan and Cindy, David and Shell, Grant and Chantelle, Robyn and Megan, Caitlin, Laurie, Tyrone and Noelle.

Memorial service for the Late Tony de Caila will be held
on Tuesday 26 May 2009 at 3pm at Christ the King Catholic Church.


De Caila, Tony
Sincere condolences to Briget and family on the loss of Tony. A fine man and wonderful sportsman.
Chairman, comittee and members of Hornung Park Club

De Caila, Tony
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. Tony was a lovely man and we are shocked and saddened by his sudden passing.
Denise and Karl Hurry

6) PETS

SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS

We would like to thank the following :
Hugos for the monthly donation of dog food
Meryl Harrison for her continued support

SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
PLEASE HELP US TO HELP THOSE WHO CANNOT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
Thank you to the wonderful people of Bulawayo for all the goods which have been donated. Please keep bringing all your unwanted goods. All money taken at the shop goes directly to running our kennels. There is enormous pressure on the kennels and clinic in these difficult times and every little bit helps such a lot. We take anything such as books, magazines, bottles, plastic bottles, HTH bottles, records, patterns, ornaments, pictures, picture frames, cutlery, crockery, newspapers, costume jewellry, used cards, electrical appliances dead or alive, clothing, games, games equipment, jam jars, in fact anything you do not want we can make use of.
We are situated between 14th and 15th Avenues, Robert Mugabe Way. Tel 69814, shop hours 9am -12pm and 2pm - 4pm except Monday mornings, and last Saturday of the month 9am - 10.45am Thank you for keeping our shop going. Why not pop in and browse. We have brand new ballet and tap shoes size 7 and bottles of coloured bath salts and bath salts and soap in packs . We have an urgent appeal from our kennels for old newspapers.. We would like to recruit a few volunteers who would be willing to do a shift in our shop, if anyone is interested in helping us please call in and see Dee.

If you have lost your pet please call the SPCA kennels. If you see an animal in distress please call the SPCA kennels. All too often we find animals run over and injured when a simple call to the SPCA could save their lives. Tel: 66578/66593


SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
Scruffs Dog Show


Caters for Rescued and Unusual dogs, with prizes for Fancy dress and Fine condition, plus Skills over an obstacle course
Do come along and enjoy an Outing for the whole family Get a delicious meal form the Stalls in the arena
Help your dog learn social skills Or just support the SPCA We want to see you there!!
The SPCA Scruffs Dog Show ---- Sunday May 31 2009 SEE YOU THERE

7) BULAWAYO NEWS

King George VI is on the scrounge again!
We are trying to start all sorts of new projects and rehabilitate some old ones. Please can everyone look out for any of the following lying around unwanted and unused!

MAKE UP, NAIL VARNISH (for our Beauty Club)
DICTIONARIES (not one of our students has a dictionary!)
BOOKS , MAGAZINES (good quality for our revamped library)

If anyone has a regular subscription to something like the NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and you dont want to keep them, please call us we will collect. Please phone Samantha/Precious/ Tapiwa or Inez on 230434 or 5

STANFORD LAKE COLLEGE VISITS ZIMBABWE:-
You are cordially invited to a Stanford Lake college Information evening.
The Head, Mr. Johann Ueckermann will give a small presentation on the School and parents and pupils are welcome to meet with him.

Where: Busters Sports Club Hall
When: 02nd June 2009 - Tuesday evening
Time: 18:00 hours

Please contact Karen Johnston for any further information - 011 606 290

Guardian Angels of Edith Duly Nursing Home

Joan, Jane and Jerald Swindells and Zebra's African Restaurant
BAOBAB INDUSTRIES
MRS. BARKLEY
DULABH FAMILY
DEREK LANGTON
FOOD 4 HOMES
LIONEL & SHEILA EDEY
GEES FRUIT & VEG
KERSHELMAR
METHODIST CHURCH
NETCONNECT
RAG & ANN STOUT
JANE SWINDELL
ZIM PENSIONERS
ZEBRAS AFRICAN RESTAURANT - AUSTRALIA


CITY CLEAN UP

Dear Maggie,
I ask in fairness, that you please print this letter in your next mirror. I write this not only in my own defense but to explain a greater problem which you may not be aware of.

I was distressed to read your comment on the rubbish in the back alleys stating that 'the shops and restaurants who border these alleys, will not take responsibility for their own "patches" and the hideous health conditions which prevail in these alleys' and then your further suggestion that 'we should, as a community, refuse to eat at these establishments or to buy goods from these establishments, unless their access lanes are kept clean'.

I have run my business, Farm Fresh Vegetables for 24 years. We are situated in Robert Mugabe Way and have an alleyway from hell! I have a hideous, stinking pile of rubbish containing household refuse, babies nappies, beer cans and an assortment of trash that does not belong to myself or any of the surrounding businesses. To the guy in the 4 x 4 who dumped his black plastic bags last week at 6.30am on the pavement at Visions night club on the corner of Robert Mugabe and 13th Avenue, I saw you! I know who you are! Maybe we should start a name and shame campaign?

I have a back gate which is kept permanently locked and the refuse that is generated from my business is neatly stored inside my locked gates, sealed in black refuse bags. I regularly spray the outside and inside of my business (at a large expense) against the plague of flies and cockroaches. The rats are now so large that they probably pose a physical threat to us, but we bravely fight them too. I use my own transport to remove my rubbish and have also paid for the service of having it done for me. We have joined up with our neighbors, Walters Bakery and Cheeseman, whose business and working environments also suffer from this daily stench, to pay to have our whole alley cleaned up.

The very next day, the rubbish heaps re-appear. The problem is not only residents dumping their personal trash in the city alleys but we know for fact that the people who walk around with yellow push bins collecting rubbish and emptying front pavement bins dump their rubbish back into the alleys. I have confronted the 'yellow push bin' cleaning lady who uses our alley and requested that she stop doing this. I have continually complained over the years, both verbally and in writing to the City Health Department.

My persistence finally resulted in a visit (a few months ago) from a senior representative from City Health. He acted quickly and sent our offender to see me. I again asked that she desists from her practice of using my back door step as her dumping ground. It's obvious to all, that this has not stopped.

The fight against the rubbish heaps is an ongoing battle for us. THE LITTER IN THE ALLEY IS NOT OURS! I take full responsibility for the rubbish from my business and will continue the DAILY battle to clean up what's not ours. My family participated in the 'clean up campaign' last week and while we worked in another area of town, I thank the teams who in turn worked in our area.

We have had years of stress and strain in keeping our business doors open but we have prevailed. Your suggestion to boycott our businesses is potentially very damaging and your reasons are unsubstantiated.

Your mother was certainly correct in saying that "god helps those who help themselves" but sometimes people need the help of others as the battle ground is just too large for one man to face alone. PLEASE, DO NOT BOYCOTT OUR BUSINESS. Do not hold us responsible and penalize us for what is not ours.

My mother used to say 'do not judge a book by its cover'. Please, now that you are aware of a much greater problem, be sympathetic and support us.

Together, as a community, we can sort out the problem!
Berta Lee
With personal apology from the Editor

ETHANDWENI CHILDRENS HOME WISHES TO THANK THE FOLLOWING DONORS

1) Parimal Patel of Viva Marketing for the kind donation of track suits and shirts.
2) Johnny Karasava of Peta Construction for the kind donation of bicycles.
3) Howard Sellick of CMS Electrical for the donation of paint
4) Viren Patel of Universal Bags for his donation of satchels.
5) Jinesh Patel of Maxwell Clothing for the cash donation.
6) Leslie Williams of Edgars Stores for her kind donation of clothing
7) Marti Coglan of The Poultry Shop for his ongoing donation of eggs.
8) Kershimar Dairies for their ongoing assistance with fresh milk.
9) J. Giga for his helpful donation of foodstuffs.
10) Lindsay Forster, convener of The Harmony Fair, for all her assistance in creating awareness for our Home
11) Chris Savva for his donation of cash.

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE'S DRINKING ?

You don't have to drink to suffer from alcoholism.

Are you confused, depressed and nervous ?

Are you losing sleep ? Are fears overwhelming you ? Do you feel sorry for yourself ? Do you refuse invitations to family and social functions ? Do you take your frustrations out on others ? Are you resentful ? Do you lie and try to cover up the drinking problem ? Are you ashamed of your situation ? There is help available for you in AlAnon
Phone 011 218 314 PLEASE NOTE NEW VENUE AND TIME.
WEDNESDAY lunchtime 1 pm (or as near as) Main Street Methodist Church , corner of 11th Avenue (entrance in small gate to the house), Bulawayo

FISHING FISHING FISHING
Hi All. well the weekend with the old folks went off very well, we had 9 folks this time and they enjoyed. The guy's went on a boat ride and we managed to see the crocodile in plastic bag bay but to top it all we were witness to a fish Eagle catching a huge bream just a few meters from us, this Eagle took the bream and landed in a tree very close to where we were drifting, even the secretary birds came on the scene and added to the excitement. On Sunday 2 of the folks wanted to go fishing, so Marc Devilliers loaded the cooler box, fishing tackle on the boat and gone, to those guy's who say there are no fish in Inyankuni, it's just that you don't know how, the one old guy Dino caught 2 bass and was so happy he did not want to go back to the site for lunch, as a result Marc and his crew were late for tea.

On Behalf of the old folks and Bulawayo Angling Society, we would like to thank the following donors who made the trip possible,
Tradepower
The poultry Shop
Sedgemoore
Walters Bakery
Monks Trading
Bulawayo General Supplies
Matanuska
Bass Bulawayo
Lucky Seven Hillside
Bulawayo Rebuild
Lobels
Marty James
Donna Kendall Ball
Mrs Claasen
Grey's Service Station
Servcor
Brian Austin
Ian Johnson
Anderson Motors
Max Rosenveldt
Gary James
Matabeleland Tyres
Mars - Medical Box
Mr & Mrs Bonett
Tilu's Bottle Store.
last but not least, the Committee who attended the trip and helped throughout the weekend with various tasks.Shaun Ford, Vernon Mclintock,Josie Ford, Gaynor Lightfoot,Elton Lightfoot,Neville Ford ,Marc DeVilliers, Peter Spaans and Paul Pederson. Photographs were taken of the group with a digital camera, would like to send a few to morning mirror but unfortunately not sure how to do this.

WINTER TOURNAMENT.
Sponsored by THE BUTCHER SHOP BRADFIELD, This tournament will take place on the 27th 28th June with the captains meeting on Friday night 26th June at Shishani dam, ENTRIES ARE CLOSED a short list of teams is on hand should there be any cancellations, Please note your entry fee should be paid by the end of May after which your team will be replaced by a team from the short list. DAM CLOSURE the dam will be closed to competitors from Friday the 19th June NO FISHING. Any questions please phone us at Matabeleland Tyres 77237 or 886103.
Cheers Neville


8) GWERU AND HARARE NEWS

DRIVER HARARE.
My mother has relocated to Bulawayo and I can highly recommend her driver JULY MUVENGWA. He is a cautious driver and very familiar with Harare.

My contact details are
Valda Cohen Mobile 0912779301 Home 230410 Bulawayo Work 67649 Bulawayo
or contact July directly on 0912301779

9) WINING AND DINING

GOLDEN SPUR STEAK RANCH

YOUR HOSTS VIAN, ANGIE AND LAURA WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU THAT WE WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ON SATURDAY THE 30TH OF MAY 2009 DUE TO A PRIVATE FUNCTION BEING HELD AT THE RESTAURANT, BUT.....WE WILL BE OPEN AS USUAL AGAIN ON MONDAY.

OPENING TIMES :
LUNCHES :MONDAY TO FRIDAY 12 NOON TO 2 pm
DINNERS : MONDAY TO SATURDAY 6pm TO 9pm.
FOR BOOKINGS CONTACT : 70318
ALSO ...DON'T FORGET OUR FANTASTIC RANGE OF TAKEAWAYS AVAILABLE.

SUNDAY LUNCH ROASTS****** ***

Tired of cooking on a Sunday and still want to have your traditional roast and veggies? Why not try the tranquil setting of BULAWAYO COUNTRY CLUB and enjoy a meal of roast beef, pork and chicken served with veggies and followed by a selection of yummy puddings at a very reasonable cost.

Bookings are essential , preferably before 12 noon Saturday. Ring Marion on 0912351073 or 011608754 to book.


10) ACCOMMODATION OUT OF ZIMBABWE

Traveling through Polokwane (Peitersburg)
to do a bit of shopping and need somewhere to stay? Granny cottage available in quiet residential area - secure parking sleeps 6 people comfortably, close to all the main shops, like Game, Trade Centre, Savanna Shopping Mall Limpopo Shopping Mall. Adults R100 and children R75.
For more information, please contact
Mr and Mrs Van Vuuren in Polokwane on (015) 298 8700 or bakina@mweb. co.za or Bernita in Bulawayo on 88498 or 883916.


PAFURI SELF CATERING (OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION)

Our address: Pafuri Avenue 47, Penina Park, Polokwane
Contact details:
Cell: 072 147 9370 Fax: 0866 941 942 E-mail: pafuri47@vodamail. co.za Website: www.47pafuri. co.za
We offer overnight units from R300.00 per night (depending on the total number of persons sharing the unit)

Seychelles :
Self catering beach cottage to rent on La Digue Island Seychelles:
Email : terry@netconnect. co.zw
Tel : 263 9 241224 (h) Cell : 011 257 157

Accommodation In Polokwane,SA
CARMIE'S PLACE
Self catering Safe and secure in a security complex 2 bedroom,2 bathroom luxury accommodation (sleeps 4 people,additional charge per person thereafter) Lock up garage Fully equipped - microwave,stove, fridge,cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils etc SABC channels (DSTV bring own card) Fully serviced daily
For reservations, contact Carmen on + 27 (0)15 2988691 / + 27(0) 798824870 email:carmiesplace@ yahoo.com

SPECIAL FOR ZIMBABWEANS

BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY FLAT ON TOTI BEACH
THIS FULLY EQUIPPED FLAT ON ONE OF THE FINEST BEACHES ON THE SOUTH COAST OFFERS :-
SECURE PARKING DSTV FANS/HI FI ETC TWO BEDROOMS ON TOTI BEACH WATERWORLD GOLF COURSE 20 MINUTES FROM DURBAN 2 MINUTES TO THE NEW & BIGGEST SHOPPING COMPLEX ON SOUTH COAST

REASONABLE RATES FOR TOP QUALITY ACCOMMODATION
FOR DETAILS PHONE MARTIE CHARSLEY ON 242613 / E-MAIL brimar@mweb. co.zw A BROCHURE WILL BE E-MAILED IF REQUIRED


Lavender Lane is a cosy place to lay your weary head when visiting Polokwane. It is centrally situated, tastefully decorated with lots of little extra's that will make you feel at home.

Lavender Lane sleeps 4 comfortably, is fully contained, very secure with a great little kitchen that is more than adequate and a separate bathroom with loads of hot water!

The best is that Lavender Lane is affordable. So whether you are passing through or indulging in some retail therapy Lavender Lane is where you should stay.

Contact Michelle in Bulawayo on 0912 272 833 / 09 283042 - e-mail miche@stardelta. co.zw or Cheryl in South Africa on +26 82 595 4201 or e-mail her at limpopo.mall@ 3at1.co.za or cherylcarlson@ vodamail. co.za.
Sprigs of Lavender
Michelle & Cheryl

Traveling through Polokwane (Pietersburg) and need somewhere to stay?
CLIVIA INN GUESTHOUSE -newley built self-catering -rooms with en-suite bathrooms available at competitive prices. Close to main shopping centers and Medi-clinics. Secure parking.R350 per room for two people. R50 per child extra sharing with parents.Enjoy and relax in our beautiful garden.
Contact us: Erna : 083 2925 122 / Hettie 082 3356 722 or e-mail: cliviainnplk@ gmail.com or Phone/fax 015 2977 395. Website:www. cliviainn. co.za


11) ACCOMMODATION - HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES

I am seeking accommodation for a very small family. I would like a long lease for a 3 bedroomed (can be more) house strategically located near a shopping centre, town or main road with a medium-sized yard and security in suburbs such as Hillside, Kumalo, Suburbs, Bradfield, Ilanda, Woodlands, Malindela, Matsheumhlope.

My contact details are 0912959893 ; 011916329


COTTAGE TO RENT
Cottage in Douglasdale , 1 large bedroom ,lounge,small kitchen,shower & toilet,self contained garden,carport etc
contact : Fran - cell no 011 - 209823

HOUSE FOR SALE-Bradfield
SEMI in Bradfield - 3 BEDROOMS Excellent condition, all one level Double carport & good security Staff quarters in decent size back garden with established trees Ideally situated to city centre, Bradfield shopping centre and TM Affordable price, ideal for couple starting out, or returning resident
Cell: 0912 514 223 or (Day) 880 729 Email: rita@ardansafaris. com

The Lion and Elephant Motel is open for business!
This country icon has clean, secure, comfortable and affordable accommodation, for your trip down south or back home from South Africa. We have restaurant, bar and cafe facilities available.

Contact us on-

Phone: +441273311608 Cell: +26391328467 Email: lionandelephant@ junglecomms. com Address: Bubi River, RUTENGA

We look forward to your visit. Lion and Elephant Motel Po Box 148 Beit Bridge Zimbabwe Email: lionandelephant@ junglecomms. com Phone: +441273311608 Cell: +263913284637

I'm seeking for a 3 roomed cottage to rent.Places that are close to town.

takwaz@hotmail. com

House to rent in Hillside,
please contact Bryan on 091238431.

House For Sale

Townhouse in most desirable complex. Comprising three bedrooms, main bedroom air conditioned and en suite with bathroom and shower. Identical guest bathroom, lots of built in cupboards. Large lounge / dining room with fireplace. Fully fitted kitchen. Verandah leading onto enclosed garden with tool shed. Separate laundry and Maids room with shower etc. Double garage with electric doors. Wall and electric fence secures property.
Please phone 245294 for appointment to view.

12) VEHICLES

ISUZU DOUBLE CAB KB 250 TURBO WITH CANOPY. ANTI THEFT DEVICE, PLUS GEAR LOCK. IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, PERFORMANCE EQUAL TO KB 280. ASKING PRICE $ 8000.

MAZDA RUSTLER 1300 BANTAM WITH CANOPY, RELIABLE AND IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. ASKING PRICE $ 5500.

CONTACT : TEL # 0912 450 375 / 011 323 668 / 0912 248280 / 011 323667 AND AFTER HOURS L / LINE 247117.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE V8 4X4 105000KM IMMACULATE CHAMPAGNE PEARL COLOUR 2002 MODEL $25,000 ONCO

MITSUBISHI L200 4X4 1998 MODEL $7,000 ONCO

PHONE 63788 / 0912437248

VEHICLES FOR SALE

TOYOTA HILUX 4 X 4 1992 2.4D excellent work horse. Mechanically sound, PRICE USD$4800 negotiable
CONTACT - 0912684850, 09-240390, 09123 376815


VEHICLES FOR SALE

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE V8 4X4 105000KM IMMACULATE CHAMPAGNE PEARL COLOUR 2002 MODEL $25,000 ONCO

MITSUBISHI L200 4X4 1998 MODEL $7,000 ONCO

PHONE 63788 / 0912437248

TWO RELIABLE FAMILY CARS LOOKING FOR A GOOD HOME!

1993 WHITE HONDA BALLADE SEDAN - MILEAGE 172,000 US$4,5OO o.n.c.o.

1992 YELLOW MAZDA 626 STATION WAGON - MILEAGE 171,500 US$4,000 o.n.c.o.

PLEASE PHONE 241035 BEFORE 31st MAY, or 230903 THEREAFTER

Emigrating to RSA??

I have a South African registered 2002 Mercedes E270cdi (exceptionally economical diesel!) in excellent condition, with 103,000 kms and full service history, to swop for a Zimbabwean vehicle of similar value. Around $20,000.00 usd

Tel. Shaun McGovern at Byo 287660 H or 011 401433 cell.


VEHICLES FOR SALE

TOYOTA HILUX 4 X 4 1992 2.4D excellent work horse. Mechanically sound, PRICE USD$4800

16 FOOT WAVEMASTER boat & trailer with 85 HP Yamaha motor with power trim depth finder Showroom condition. PRICE USD$5500 neg
CONTACT - 0912684850, 09-240390, 09123 376815

VINTAGE/CLASSIC CAR FOR SALE

Collectors Dream

MINOR - 1950 MODEL Immaculate and in excellent running condition - Colour: Racing Green Split windscreen and side valve engine

Telephone: Bulawayo 231381

CLASSIC CAR FOR SALE

A very good example of German engineering excellence for the discerning lover of classic cars. 1972 280SE Mercedes Benz 6 cylinder with mechanical fuel injection.
Please phone (09) 255408 or cell 011 614 587

MAZDA SPARES

Genuine Mazda Oil Filters at bargain prices for B1800 - 323 Hatchback -626 Sedan - Familia and Mazda 3 beat this at only 50 filters for US$ 150 and plenty other Mazda genuine spares at breakneck prices. Phone 889424


13) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED

LIFT WANTED

Lift wanted to Grahamstown from 29th May. Willing to share traveling expenses.

If no-one is going as far as Grahamstown, a lift to Johannesburg would be a big help.
Tel: 233897 Cell: 011614273

14) SEEKING FRIENDS

However I wondered if you could help folk in South Africa trace a family; Joggie & Elsa Prinsloo, previously from Inyanga and then Bulawayo in Zimbabwe. Their children are Pierre, Bertus and Thea.
If anyone can help we can be reached on (09) 241193, 0912 301435 or 011 643347.


15) SITUATIONS VACANT/ WANTED

Energetic, enthusiastic School leaver with excellent Matric results looking for interesting position during her gap year.

e mail magskriel@mac. com

WANTED
Young couple urgently looking for an experienced and mature child minder. Successful candidate will remunerated satisfactorily. Person should be able to cook and clean plus look after a 7 month old child. Person should be able to live on the property or commute daily.

Please call Flora on 286280 or 0912 254 503 "

Christian gentleman, seeks homecare position. Has previous overseas experience. Can Drive, cook and supervise staff. Is a good, kind, friendly companion. Can Live in if necessary. Traceable references available. Has police clearance Uk and Zimbabwe.

Telephone 023 421500 for contact and an initial appointment.

Elderly white male looking for work. In any line of work. Has done stores, sales lodge work.
If interested please call on 011 314 671.

Young married white male looking for work.Recently returned from Zambia, experience in farming workshop and safaris. Am willing to put my hand to anything.
Please if interested for more information please call on 011 310 352.

RELIABLE CAREFUL DRIVER AVAILABLE. REFERENCES AND RECOMMENDATIONS AVAILABLE.
Please call or sms Knox on 0912985754 OR E MAIL magskriel@mac. com


Situations Wanted

An experienced senior manager and administrator is seeking to join a top level team within a progressive and forward thinking business environment. I have a motivational approach and style and bring a solid commitment and high level performance to the job at hand. A team leader and team player, able to communicate with people at all levels and absolutely committed to the principles and values of integrity.
References and C.V. are available on request. Interested parties please call 0912 269 098


A 23 year old lady is seeking employment anywhere, in a finance department. Am currently completing my 4th year studies of Bachelor in Banking degree at nust.
Contact Vivien on 202094

Mature, lady in late 30's seeking a vacancy as a personal assistant of manageress.

Very responsible, trustworthy, reliable, hardworking, with 9 years experience in this field.

Looking for:

good salary housing perk transport medical cover
please contact 472981

16) SERVICES

THE COMPUTER SHOP
For all your computer hardware, software and servicing requirements please contact either our sales or technical team. For in house repairs our technicians will come to you! We offer: Sale of new PC's / upgrade of old PC's Fix hardware and software problems Remove viruses Install anti virus software Printers Cartridges Laptops Keyboards Mice
103A FIFE ST, BYO
/ Tel:881242 / 66263 / compshop@yoafrica. com

STAR DELTA HANDYMAN SERVICES.
CONTACT US FOR ALL YOUR HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING REPAIRS.

WE CAN GIVE YOU THE MOST EFFICIENT SERVICE AT THE MOST REASONABLE COST. YOU WILL NOT ONLY BE SATISFIED WITH OUR SERVICE BUT YOU WILL ALSO HAVE THE ADDED SATISFACTION IN KNOWING THAT YOU ARE NOT BEING "RIPPED OFF"
CONTACT US AT OUR OFFICE NO.2A BRISTOL RD SOUTH,BELMONT or phone us on NO.{09} 71524 or 881797- cell{BEN} 091-2272250.

GATE AND HOME SECURITY

DON CREMER

FOR REPAIRS AND INSTALLATIONS OF ALARM SYSTEMS, ELECTRIC GATE MOTORS, INTERCOMS AND SWIMMING POOL PUMPS.

PLEASE NOTE OUR PHONE NUMBER HAS CHANGED TO 0913 284 909

Going Fishing ? lovely worms available, order now.

Trevor Townshend, 64a Napier Avenue, Hillside

Tel 241470 0912 243156

BOREHOLE PUMP REPAIRS
The rains are gone till next season ! Are you prepared for the dry season?
If not call Mike howard or Obed Sithole at Bancroft Neil & Co el 880844 /46 0912260769 or 011608724
We install and repair Borehole and Booster pumps.

SATHIRE & VISION now at 3 ALBERMARLE ROAD BRADFIELD BULAWAYO TELEPHONE 882882/67088.

For all your satellite installations, repairs and maintenance, and decoders installations repairs and maintenance. Over 23 years experience.
Please contact George Boswell at the above address and telephone numbers.

For all your PLUMBING / ELECTRICAL / REFRIGERATION installations, maintenance or repairs - domestic or industrial.
Contact Rob Sinclair on Byo 226188 or cell 023 894 793 email chtommy@mweb. co.zw

For all your ceiling repairs, house painting, plumbing, tiling, electrical installation, glazing requirements and a concrete poker vibrator machine for hire call Platin Enterprises for a free quotation and advise.
Speak to Emanuel on Cell # 0912322181.

Shaun Sparrow Computers
Alldeloyd Business Centre First Floor , Suite 7 106 J. Tongogara Street Between 10th & 11th Avenues

To all our valued customers,

Please be advised that we have now got our landlines from Telone. For all your computer repairs, servicing and maintenance. Please also note we are now carrying a selection of stocks, flash drives, keyboards, speakers, 4 Port USB Hub and other computer accessories.

Please contact us on 09 - 62955 or 09 - 62755 Fax/Phone. Or you can contact us on 011 423 093 & 011 630 981. Email Address : snsparrow@gmail. com or tammylsparrow@ gmail.com .

FRONT-LINE FARMING
- Your ONE STOP Veterinary Shop. Supplier of all your Veterinary and domestic requirements. Come in and see our wide range of products
on 14th avenue between Fife and G. Silundika. Tel.: 76324/5

THE CURTAIN COMPANY
- Make-up of curtains and all your soft furnishing requirements.
Phone for free measurements and quote. Tel 0912-261092.


HOME REPAIRS

FOR ALL YOUR CEILING REPAIRS, ROOF-LEAKS, PAINTING, CARPENTRY, GUTTER REPAIRS, CABINET MAKING E.T.C,
CONTACT JASON ON: 0912 312 320 / 011 712 573 OR ON LANDLINE (09) 226473


or all your ceiling repairs, house painting, plumbing, tiling, electrical installation, glazing, building,paving, pests control,general cleaning and roof leak repairs contact Platin Enterprises for a free quotation and advise.
Speak to Emanuel on :

Cell # 0912322181.


17) HEALTH AND BEAUTY

STRESSED OUT? LOOK AFTER YOUR HEALTH.

REFLEXOLOGY - REIKI - INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE

R100 FOR ONE HOUR TREATMENT. CHILDREN 1/2 HOUR & 1/2 PRICE. GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. PHONE JANE DAUTH ON 240626 FOR APPOINTMENTS.

June Special -- Winter Warmth
4 Hours indulgence pampering- Gel and Acrylc Nail Tips Now Available
CLINIQUE CARESS
TEL- 60160 OR 011701277 EMAIL: inky@gator.co. zw


18) TUITION

Tuition offered.
Is your junior school child struggling with mathematics, be it long division, fractions, decimals, story sums, multiplication, bonds, tables, time etc.... or any areas of english ie: reading, language, comprehension, creative writing, spelling, phonics, etc.... Before you reach a stumbling block and your child's confidence is threatened, let me help. I offer professional, hourly lessons that bring fun into learning.. Your child will benefit from lessons that are exciting and action packed, tailor made to suit the student's needs.
Contact Pam Thomas on land line 240-157 after 12 noon for more info...

Computer lessons for adult's who are not computer - literate and for those adults who would like to become more proficient in computers.
For further information please contact:
Vanessa on 255716, 091 2 330 835 or 011 648 316.

TUITION ( MATHS, PHYSICS, AND CHEMISTRY) AND IT CONSULTANCY

Is your son or daughter having difficulty with O or A Level Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry?

Do the A Level classes contain 30 students rather than 10? Classes this size do not allow for much individual help.

If so, I can coach your son or daughter in the above subjects, having had 35 years experience teaching these subjects. I take only one student at a time, which ensures that the student has individual attention and help. Are you having problems with expensive inflexible payrolls? If so, I can develop an extremely reasonably priced tailor made payroll system for your business, mine, farm or institution. I also offer computer courses in MS Windows operating system, MS Word word processing, MS Excel spreadsheet, MS Access database, MS Project Project Design, desk top publishing, AutoCAD computer aided design, MS Outlook Express e-mail, Internet browsing and search, Corel Draw, Corel PhotoPaint graphic design and digital photography.
Please contact ColRose Consultants and ask to speak to Colin. Cell: 091 2 353 817 e-mail: colrose@yoafrica. co.zw

LESSONS IN NDEBELE
James & Pamela Pelling R50 UMENDO -Barbara C Makhaalisa R50
SESITSHAYE KWAZWELA Mayford Sibanda R60
UMTHATHE UZALA UMLOTHA I.S.Kubhera R100
UBHEKE D.B.Z.Ntuli R60
UMDUMO WEZINKONDLO N.S.Sigogo R100

CONTACT: Maureen 230127 or 0912 245566


19) MISCELLANEOUS

20:20 Vidoe Club Ascot Shopping Centre
Wide Range of used VHS Cassettes For Sale R10-00 Each
Open Monday - Saturday Till 6 PM

BOOKS WANTED BY LAWRENCE GREEN

THE COAST OF TREASURE, 1933
GREAT AFRICAN MYSTERIES, 1935
SECRET AFRICA, 1936
THE COAST OF DIAMONDS,1937
STRANGE AFRICA, 1938
OLD AFRICA UNTAMED,1940

THE ABOVE BOOKS MUST BE FIRST EDITIONS WITH DUST COVERS

PHONE JOSEPH ON 61135.

SERVICES;
UNDERGROUND CABINS SHOWROOM MODERN MOTORS BUILDINGS
11TH AVENUE, HERBERT CHITEPO STREET TELEPHONE 70315

AFTER HOURS TELEPHONE; 206536 0912573271

SUPPLIERS OF ;- METAL AND WOODEN CASKETS, WOOD COFFINS , ALL AT FACTORY PRICES.

ACCESSORIES. GOWNS AND WREATHS COME IN AND SEE CURTIS FOR ALL YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

For Sale

New LG 6Kg Front Loader Washing Machine R5 500.00 New Defy 4 Plate Stove R 4 000.00 Contact 0912 812 275


FOR SALE:
BRAND NEW ACER ASPIRE ONE NOTEBOOK LAPTOP, LCD:8.9" CRYSTALBRITE WSVGA, RAM: 1GB DDR2, STORAGE:160 GB MULTI CARD READER, WEB CAM, LAN, WIRELESS, WINDOWS XP HOME. R 5000.00
0913055483/245815/ 0912321881


C.B.C. Blazer 36/38 R200

Good quality dartboard with wood cabinet (new) R700

Steel Swimming Pool fence(2 years old) R 3 000

BOOKS FOCUS ON SCIENCE- o level syllabus Book 3 R40 Book 4 R40 CHEMISTRY- A practical Approach A.L.Baker/K. A.Knapp R150 GEOGRAPHY TODAY (Revised) A complete course for jnr secondary schools W.D.Michie/E. S.Nhandora R40 ZJC GEOGRAPHY-A pracise book E.M.Munowenya R50 FOCUS ON GEOGRAPHY- Book one P.Weiss, C.Vengesai,B. Ashley-Cooper R50 GEOGRAPHY OF ZIMBABWE J.M. Prichard/G.Munoneny u R80 SENIOR ATLAS FOR ZIMBABWE R60 JNR MAP READING FOR ZIMBABWEANS W.D.& C.Michie (x2) R50 THE AFRICA HERITAGE History for jnr Secondary Schools. Book 2 H.Moyana/M.Sibanda R50 ZJC ENGLISH PRACTICE BOOK R50 SCTUCTURES & SILLS IN ENGLISH 3 New syllabus edition D.Dawson R50 STEP AHEAD-New Secondary English Book 2 R60 Book 3 R60 MPHO'S SEARCH - Sandra Braude R50 OLIVER TWIST - Charles Dickens R50 TWELFTH NIGHT - Shakespeare R50 HILL OF FOOLS - R.L.Peteni R50 PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK (photostat copy) R40 THE LION AND THE JEWEL -Wole Soyinka R50 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS-A certificate course. V.A.Mnkandla (x2) R60 METALWORK FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS Forms 3 & 4 R30 A PRACTICAL NDEBELE DICTIONARY Second edition R50

1. FOR SALE:
8kg Panasonic Automatice Breadmaker Phone 240683

2. CAKES AND SAMOOSAS
to Order
Phone 240683


King's Auction Centre
will sell your unwanted goods. Please bring us your furniture, household appliances, antiques and collectibles, smalls (china, books, kitchen appliances, tools, toys etc), cars, boats, caravans, office equipment - in fact we are able to sell almost anything.
We collect (free from Garden Park and Coronation Cottages).
We do on-site sales if you are downsizing your business
We sell your excess stock
We do on-site house sales if you are relocating.
We sell weekly. We pay cash.
We are located at 141A Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918. .

King's Equestrian Centre. We are offering : - riding lessons for any age group - livery - Free manure. Bring your own sacks and labour, and help yourself to as much as you want. Telephone Samantha on 0912723061 for details.

King's Safety Centre is now open. We are able to supply : Overalls, worksuits, raincoats, aprons and reflective vests Footwear - gumboots and safety shoes Helmets, liners, welding goggles and safety goggles Hand protection - pvc and leather gloves Ear muffs and ear plugs Respirators We are located at 141 Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918.

Books and music!!!
We have books by John Grisham, Jonathan Kellerman, Ruth Rendell, Danielle Steel, James Paterson, Lynda La Plante, Wilbur Smith etc etc. Books bought and sold. We also buy good condition LP's and CD's with an emphasis on music from the late '60's.
Call at King's Auction Centre at 141 Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918.


FOR SALE

CARPET - KARINA SEA HARVEST SIZE 8.90m x 3.7m WIHT UNDERFELT PRICE US$ 650.00 NEG

SINGLE BED ELECTRICAL BLANKET - NEW PRICE R150.00

NORITAKE DINNER SERVICE CODE 1553 GLORIA WITH GOLD BAND 12 PLACE SETTING - DINNER 65 PIECES 12 PLACE TEA SERVICE 27 PIECES 12 PLACE COFFEE SERVICE 25 PIECES PRICE US$ 600.00 NEG
1 SHERATON TYPE DISPLAY CABINET PRICE US$ 300.00 NEG CONTACT CRAIG 230087

TAG SAFARI LEISURE WEAR
For all your Corporate logowear, Trousers, Shirts, Jackets & Vests for Men. Ladies Pedal pushers, jackets Shorts, Skirts, Trousers & shirts. Tag Safari overalls in Moss, Olive & Khaki. STOCKS available. For Further enquiries contact; Cell; 0912 684850 or 09 240390, 0913 376815

BOND PAPER FOR SALE @R30 PER REAM Contact; 011866055 / 0912 684850

ALPINA RACING BICYCLE for sale WITH SPEEDO & 2 RAGIDA SPARE WHEELS Contact; 0912 684850.

PETRA HIGH SCHOOL ANORAK PETRA PRIMARY TRACKSUIT All in good condition Contact; 0913 376815

CAKES MADE TO ORDER

CHOCOLATE VANILLA COCONUT ORANGE GINGER ENERGY BARS

TEL: 241261 TO PLACE YOUR ORDER.


HOUSEHOLD SALE

1 x Solid Oak Dressing Table - Pristine [3 mirrors, 6draws, stool]

1 x Set glass coffee tables - Immaculate [4 side, 1 large centre]

1 x Philips DVD Home Theatre - in box Wedding Planners - Asstd candle & flower stands [steel] All highly negotiable, first cash offer secures 011619178 [c] 206869 [h] after 5pm

ELECTRICAL LAWN MOWER WANTED TO BUY

Looking for the old type lawn mower in good working condition to buy. Call 241261


At Tribal Warrior Tattoo Studio
we are close to finishing our back log of appointments and are now taking more bookings. We have also just taken delivery of another 100'000 designs and fifty new colours. All freehand and cover up work is taken on and we are still looking for an apprentice. Please remember you must be over 18 to get your ink done and it's impossible to quote over the phone.
Call BYO 246887 for a booking or to review our designs and have us answer your questions.

Wanting a SPIT done,
whether it be Beef, Lamb, Pork and sometimes Wart Hog,
contact Ian Johnston for expert advice on cell 011 215373, or 237240. e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw

Need ADVICE and HELP planning a WEDDING / BIRTHDAY / CELEBRATION?
IAN JOHNSTON is the very knowledgeable person to assist you.

For further details call IAN JOHNSTON on 237240 or 011 215 373

e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw

SINGLE BEDS

KGVI is desperately looking for single beds and mattresses. Nothing fancy. We now have 115 children in our independent living units and need beds, mattresses and curtains. Thankyou.

Phone Inez on 255323 or Samantha or Tapiwa on 230434/5


ACOL CHEMICAL BULAWAYO AND HARARE
As bulk importers of chemicals, Acol Chemical is able to assure our customers of quality chemicals at the best possible prices.

Acol has a vast range of Chemicals, which include:

Hydrochloric Acid 30% (Pool Acid) 25kg Polycans HTH (Calcium Hypochlorite) 70% 50kg and 5kg Polycans Aluminum Sulphate 50kg Bags Caustic Soda 25kg Bags Hydrogen Peroxide 50% 30kg Polycans

For these and any other of our vast range of chemicals please contact:
ACOL BULAWAYO, 37 Plumtree Road, Belmont.
Joshua Moyo Ray Chiridza Tiffany Roberts Noel Edington Tel 09 470 481 / 5, Fax 09 470 486, Email acolbyo@acolchem. co.zw
ACOL HARARE, 670 Leyland Road, Ardbennie
Johnathan James Ben Ajidah Dean Griffin Noel Mangwarira Tel 04 621 401 / 4 Fax 04 621 405 Email acolhre@acolchem. co.zw

I have some goldfish ponds in my garden in Malindela and I recently brought up some fantails to strengthen the genes of my existing fish, but unfortunately they introduced a virulent disease which wiped out the lot, including my original lot. The only pet shop in Bulawayo had some fish, but were asking an outrageous price of R60 each whereas in SA they sell at around R10. Being a pensioner, this price is way beyond what I can afford, so I was wondering if there was anybody here who would have an over stocked pond who could sell me about ten smallish fish to replace my lost ones.
Many thanks and best wishes,
Adrian Lendrum (Home Tel :245079)

ANTE NATAL CLASSES

If you are PREGNANT and want to know all about pregnancy, LABOUR and what to do with your NEWBORN BABY look no further. I offer a PROFESSIONAL COURSE of 6 classes giving you LOTS of information that you'll need to know and answer your queries.

I offer a CONDENSED COURSE for "out of townwers" or women who have transport problems.

I can also be your "BIRTH ATTENDANT" / "DOULA" and be with you in hospital while you're in labour helping you to BREATHE, PANT and PUSH properly.
Please contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (H) 237240 or 011 728 350 or 0912749749 or (W) 474277 or 466741 - 8 am to midday e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw

For sale:

Camp cot/Play pen, mattress and travel bag Included. Upper level avail, perfect for new borns. Price R1000 Neg Baby lay back chair - Perfect for babies to watch tv etc. Price R500 Neg Shimano bicycle Price Neg Samsung E900 cellphone with charger Price Neg Original Philips DVD player Price Neg
If interested please email: latoya@galaxytravel .co.zw 0912899423 or 0912775563 or 65061/4 (latoya)


If there are any fellow Zimbabwean's on holiday in Britain, or living in Britain, who would like to take a " Walk around the Brit Oval, " one of Britains Top Test Cricket Venue's, then give me a call.

See the Surrey Dressing Room, as well as where the England Players Sit in the Dressing Room, take a walk around the grounds, as well as visit the Away Dressing Room, which has the Wall of Cricketing Greats, autographs of Shane Warne, Wesley Hall, Gary Sobers, Richie Benoud, Graham Thorpe, Mike Gatting, Clive LLoyde, Graeme Smith, Jacques Kallis, Daniel Vettori, Jacob Oram and others.

I can be reached on 079 44895078 or by e mail bdleith@yahoo. co.uk Look Forward to hearing from you soon..., Darryl

ELDERLY MECER COMPUTER SYSTEM WITH HP PRINTER US$15O o.n.c.o.
PLEASE PHONE 241035 BEFORE 31st MAY, or 230903 THEREAFTER


MONO PUMP FOR SALE
I have the following for sale.

1 x Pulley Assembly ( Orbit pulley) New 1 x Wet end (New Orbit BH150D 4000gals/hour) 1 x Switch Gear complete with Box 24 x 22mm Drive line 24 Bobbin and bearing 12 x 3mt 4" piping 1 x Electric Motor with pulley (18.5 HP 1440 RPM, 36.7 amp)

PRICE WANTED $4000.00

Fertilizer MOP 55 x 50kg MOP ( Standard) $800.00 /ton
Contact Ken King Tel 055 24250 Email chinyika@mweb. co.zw

GOOD MONO PUMP FOR SALE
I have the following for sale.

1 x Pulley Assembly ( Orbit pulley) New 1 x Wet end (New Orbit BH150D 4000gals/hour) 1 x Switch Gear complete with Box 24 x 22mm Drive line 24 Bobbin and bearing 12 x 3mt 4" piping 1 x Electric Motor with pulley (18.5 HP 1440 RPM, 36.7 amp)

PRICE WANTED $4000.00

Fertilizer MOP 55 x 50kg MOP ( Standard) $800.00 /ton
Contact Ken King Tel 055 24250 Email chinyika@mweb. co.zw

TEAK FURNITURE

SOLID HAND MADE TEAK FURNITURE
STANDARD PRODUCTS AND CUSTOM WORK FOR HOTELS AND SAFARI CAMPS. WE ALSO CATER FOR ALL INDIVIDUAL REQUESTS. PLEASE CONTACT THE FOLLOWING:
MR. BRIAN SINCLAIR / MR. PETER MARUME / MRS GAIL TOMMY TEL'S: 60319 , 881592 , 76523 CELL'S 0912 411 384 , 0912 417 939


MEGA MILK
- 133 HERBERT CHITEPO STREET TELEPHONE (09) 880673

PLEASE NOTE THAT WITH EFFECT FROM 27TH APRIL 2009 YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PURCHASE THE FOLLOWING:

MILK R8.00 per kg YOGHURT R30.00 per kg AMASI R30.00 per kg

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CONTAINERS

CANCER ASSOCIATION.
The Cancer Association is having to decrease the number of hours it can afford to keep it's office open. We would like to advise the public that the office is now open ONLY on TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS and THURSDAYS, from 9am to 12 noon.
TEL. 61185
Our Secretary will happily take your emergency calls on TEL. 241696 We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Bulawayo Mastectomy Support Group are available for counselling or advice . Please contact : Jenny Stanley 241045 Jean Clarke 250830 Sheila Gill 242486 .

CANCER CARE.
Do you or any member of your family have cancer or are undergoing cancer treatment and need counselling or advise ? If so, we have a drop in at the Cancer Assoc., 1A FIFE STREET, every 2nd WEDNESDAY of each month, from 2.30pm onwards. Come and have a cup of tea and a chat..... we look forward to meeting you !
Sheila Gill

HARDWARE

"HILLSIDE HARDWARE", A WELL KNOWN NAME IN BULAWAYO, UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP, PROVIDES A FULL RANGE OF HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS AT COMPETITIVE PRICES. SPECAL OFFERS ON SELECTED ITEMS. COME AND SEE US.

CONTACT: 241376

PLUMBING SERVICES

ESTABLISHED FOR 18 YEARS, BATHROOM VOGUE PRIDES THEMSELVES, WITH DEDICATION, TO ALL YOUR PLUMBING, RE - ENAMELING, TILING AND HANDYMAN INSTALLATIONS. COME IN AND VISIT US AT OUR SHOWROOM AT AT No. 10 SWANSEA STREET, BELMONT, BULAWAYO. BATHROOM VOGUE ! " BATHE IN BEAUTY"

PH: 09 66537 OR 09 68741.

VC SILVER COMPANY

Showroom now open at 111 Plumtree Road Bulawayo

Beautiful sterling silver jewelers

Vali Cohen Silver collectibles: Sterling silver bookmarks keyrings spoons etc Silver plating expertly undertaken Contact details Factory 471704/6 Terry 011602012 vali 0912779301

MATTHEW TOWNSHEND SCHOOL OF CRICKET - Sponsored by Grey Nicolls

The Matthew Townshend School of Cricket offers quality cricket coaching by former professional cricketer and CFX Cricket Academy qualified coach,Matthew Townshend. The School of Cricket offers periodic matches and clinics where the pupils will get to meet and learn from past and present International Players. Fun-filled coaching sessions cover bowling,batting and fielding skills,where the littlies learn general ball skills which can enhance other sports. In addition to this Matthew also does classroom and DVD sessions which help pupils learn fielding positions,rules and learn more about the game. For more information and bookings please contact Matthew on 0912 265 861 or 235650 or email on mattandsarah@ yoafrica. com

The Matthew Townshend School of cricket is also the agent for Grey Nicolls cricket, Greys hockey, Mitre rugby and soccer and Prince tennis and squash equipment and accessories. At present we have Greys hockey sticks, Mitre rugby and reload balls, Grey Nicolls (bats, pads, gloves) in stock,at competitive prices. Stock coming soon will include shin pads,scrum caps and shoulder pads.
For enquiries on any sporting equipment please contact Matthew or Michelle on 011 430 938 or email bennie@gatorzw. co.uk - we can quote,source and deliver.
For all tennis and squash racquet re-stringing, Carven is at Suburbs Squash Club each Saturday morning from 9 am - midday.

MEIKLES BULAWAYO
New arrival at Cosmetics Department Hallmarked Gold Wedding rings ,Engagement rings, Rosary, Earrings and necklaces. Also available in Silver

MEIKLES MICA HARDWARE
Next to Tm Supermarket Has received a wide selection of new stock that include,

Generators

Electrical and petrol Lawnmowers, Lawn edge cutters Air compressors Bench grinder Cutting discs Grinding drill sets Welding machines Angle grinders Cordless drilling machines Wrench Pipes. Also available-Shakespea re fishing kits and accessories, Camping tents, folding chairs, folding beds and gas cylinders. LAY-BYES ACCEPTED

HOUSEHOLD SALE

1 x Solid Oak Dressing Table - Pristine [3 mirrors, 6draws, stool]

1 x Set glass coffee tables - Immaculate [4 side, 1 large centre]

1 x Philips DVD Home Theatre - in box Wedding Planners - Asstd candle & flower stands [steel]
All highly negotiable, first cash offer secures 011619178 [c] 206869 [h] after 5pm

THE DANCE ACADEMY

At The Dance Academy students are offered professional training in: Classical Ballet in the Cecchetti Method (from Tiny Tots to Majors) and Freestyle Modern Classes (all ages).

Term Starts on Monday, 11th May 2009

Our enthusiastic, professional staff look forward to welcoming you.
Whitestone School Hostel, Whitestone Way, Burnside, Bulawayo.
For all inquiries, please contact : Robyn Smith (h) 245542 / (w) 78880 / (cell) 011 661 305


MICKAEL'S ELECTRONICS
For expert repairs and maintenance of:
TV'S, Decoders, Videos, Microwaves, Hi-Fi's, DVD Players, Inverters, Car Radios, Amplifiers, Remote Blasters, Etc We are the professionals in: Satellite Installations, Signal Problems, Missing Channels, Room Extensions, Home Theatre Installations & Faults, Etc We Offer: *Discount to pensioners *Pickup and delivery for electrical appliances repaired *Availability from Monday to Sunday
For professional & affordable Services in your home contact: Mickael on 011 300 123 / (09) 63730 or @ 51 Main St, 4th Ave, Byo

MICKAEL'S ELECTRONICS
We are the suppliers of all your electrical appliances for home:
We have the following brand new items in stock: HD Plasma TVs, LG Ultra Slim 74cm Flat Screen TVs, Samsung 72cm Flat Screen TVs, Satellite Dishes, LNBs, Multichoice Decoders & Remote Controls, Double Door Kelvinator Fridges and Wiztech & Philibao SABC Decoders which offers free viewing of SABC 1-3, Etv, Btv, Sky New and much more with no monthly expensive subs to pay and no repeats on movies. Installations are done the same day.
For the best in home entertainment & electrical appliances contact: Mickael on 011 300 123 / 091 2 710 104 / (09) 63730 or @ 51 Main St, 4th Ave, Byo

FOR SALE
29" Sansui TV Call 09 63730

For the best tastiest home made Samoosas
please call Theresa 09 63730 to place your order today!!!

ASCOT SPAR ARE PLEASE TO ANNOUNCE THEY ARE STARTING THEIR PENSIONERS DAYS AGAIN. ON TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS PENSIONERS WILL RECEIVE A FIVE PERCENT DISCOUNT !!

ASCOT SPARS PRICES HAVE COME DOWN DRAMATICALLY AND THE SHOP IS NOW REALLY COMPETITIVE.

ASCOT SPAR - PENSIONERS DAYS TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT.

TEL 230338 AND 230336

INSTANT FLOWERS NURSERY
REMINDING CUSTOMERS THAT WE HAVE MOVED TO : 53 SOUTHWAY BURNSIDE (LOWER END ROAD ON RIGHT) PHONE : 240169 CELL 091 2217 024 OPEN MON TO FRI FROM 8am - 5pm SATURDAY 8am - 1pm

HYBRID PETUNIAS GALORE & SEASON'S ANNUALS NEW STOCK BUSH & STANDARD ROSES INCLUDING ICEBERGS HERBS , VEGETABLE SEEDLINGS & BABY SPINACH BOUGAINVILLEAS , HANGING BASKETS ETC
SHIRLEY MAYSON

Delicious Vegetable pickle and chappaties made to order.

Phone Ameira 67641 or 63782.

ZiminsureOnline :
In US Dollars all Commercial & Private Covers, Motors, Fire & Accident. Claims paid externally if required. All arrangements completed on line With minimum fuss.
Contact us at our website WWW.ziminsure. Com or email Info@ziminsure. Com or phone 09 883081 / 4


Pallet timber for sale. 1.2 mt x 1.2 mt approx. US$19.50 depending on your design requirements.

Timber decking for storage of bulk foods. 2.4 mt x 2.4 mt (5.76 square meters US$ 35.00.

Can be manufactured in Matabeleland.

Bushmills Pvt Ltd P.O. Box 95 Chimanimani.
telephone 026 2900 or 0912 100 662 e mail birgitkidd@zol. co.zw or magskriel@mac. com

WANTING TO TURN A PROFIT FROM DAY ONE?
This is the ideal business opportunity. Very busy food outlet in central city location, fully equipped with small number of trained staff willing to stay on. Owner wishing to retire.
For further information please telephone (09) 885508 or cell 023 406 749

COMPUTORS FOR SALE

FIJITSU P4, 2.5GHZ, 512 Ram, 40 Gig HHD, CD Rom, 17 inch Dell monitor, key board, and mouse. PRICE USD$320

TOSHIBA LAPTOP P4 Duo, 1 gig ram, 100 gig hard drive, DVD writer Modem, Blue tooth, LAN, USB ports, onboard sound, All software, Carry bag, PRICE USD$700

DELL P2 COMPUTER COMPLETE SET PRICE USD$130 MONITORS 17 Inch, IBM etc, ivory in color. All in Good condition R300 negotiable CONTACT - 0912 684850, 09-240390, 0913 376815
CLOTHES FOR SALE BRAND NEW Clothes for sale. T SHIRTS from R40, SKINNY JEANS from R100, LADIES TRACKSUITS from R120, MENS TRACKSUITS from R130, HOODIES from R80 JERSEYS from R70, SKIRTS from R80, ALSO CORDUROYS & JACKETS AVAILABLE. HAIR DYE (INECTO) R40
CONTACT; 09-240390 / 0912 684850, 0913 376815

Fluffy toys,made from imported Fun Fur CATS,PUPPIES, AND RABBITS.
Also MOUSE DOOR STOPS Will make very nice presents
Made by Pensioner in Coronation Cottages
Phone June Fraser 200501


16) TIDBITS


"We must respect the other fellow's religion, but only in the same sense and to the extent we respect his theory that his wife is beautiful and his children smart.
H L Mencken Writer, Editor and Critic (1880 - 1956)


The capacity to give one's attention to a sufferer is a very rare and difficult thing; it is almost a miracle; it is a miracle.
--Simone Weil




PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MIRROR CAN ONLY DEAL WITH E MAIL QUERIES, PLEASE DO NOT PHONE IN YOUR ADVERTS AND QUERIES... ONLY E-MAILS WILL BE CONSIDERED
ADVERTISERS !!
Do you need to advertise? Are you struggling to get hold of cash? Would you like to help Edith Duly Nursing Home? Then please give Leila a call on 203022 or 205825 as we have a number of needs that you may be able to assist us with, in lieu of cash donations Thank you to the wonderful public of Bulawayo for their ongoing kindness and support. email - magskriel@mac. com for information on how to place your advert."