Margaret Kriel - Letters from Zimbabwe

Morning Mirror Smalls 261 - 24/10/2007

NOTICES

2) WEEKLY WATER WATCH

Just a tip

To purify water - add 5ml Jik to 25litres water. At this concentrate the water does not taste of chlorine.

To purify water for washing veggies etc. - add 7,5ml Jik to 25 litres water.
STANDARD PHARMACY

Bulawayo residents who were expecting water on Thursday night (we get water twice a week !) were sorely dissipated when it did not arrive.

Let that be a lesson for the rest of the world !! Save water now while you still have this most precious of commodities. ...

3) NOTICES

Edith Duly Nursing Home is holding a very Mini Fete and Open Day on Saturday 27 October.

9 A.M. TO 12 NOON ONLY

We shall be serving coffee, tea and scones in our dining room and you are welcome to walk around the home and look at our still beautiful gardens. Boerewors rolls are will be sold too thanks to a kind farmer !! We would love you to see our Home where 76 of our Precious Senior Citizens are cared for in comfort, love and dignity during their senior years. Please bring your children to "Adopt a Granny or Grandpa" and teach them how to become good caring citizens at an early age. Our Cyber raffle for the beautiful quilt will be drawn at the Open Day.

The British Embassy
is currently updating its database of British Nationals resident in Zimbabwe. If you have not updated your details in the last 10 months you probably aren't registered. The registration form is available on the Embassy website at www.britishembassy.gov.uk/zimbabwe or by contacting us at Registrations. harare@fco. gov.uk or by telephone on 04 772 990. Consular Correspondents for your area are presently trying to contact all people registered to ensure the accuracy of our records. There are often false rumours involving the Embassy but these can be checked by reviewing the Embassy travel advice on the aforementioned web page. We would also be grateful if those Britons who have left Zimbabwe in the last five years could email us to enable us to update our records.

BULAWAYO THEATRE CLUB

presents

"CHASE ME COMRADE"

written by Ray Clooney
This hilarious farce will run from Wed 24th until Sat 27th October. Directed by Brian Meikle Tickets are on sale now at The Theatre Club - $ 300 000 and bookings can be made from 8.00a.m. onwards. Please support your Theatre in Bulawayo!

PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO

SATURDAY 3 NOVEMBER - 6.00 P.M.
DVD Opera: Verdi's Don Carlo with Luciano Pavarotti from La Scala, Milan Booking at the Academy

SATURDAY 10 NOVEMBER - 6.00 P.M.
Deon Marcus (piano) No advance booking

SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER - 7.30 P.M.
Choral and orchestral concert with the BPO, BPO Chorus and the choirs of Convent, Girls' College and CBC. The programme will include Vivaldi's Gloria, Cimarosa's Two Flute Concerto, music for brass quintet and carols. Booking at the Academy from Wednesday 14 November

Centenary School
ANNUAL FIREWORKS DISPLAY
27th October,2007
Trade Fair Arena
Cash bar - food - Entertainment Pre-tickets availabe at:Dolores,Manhatta n for Schoolwear, Pines(Bros) and Ascot Farm Supplies Gates open 3.00pm - 8.00pm Cooler boxes allowed at a charge

The Royal Philatelic Society of Zimbabwe (a non-profit organisation) will hold a Stamp Exhibition on 24th & 25th November 2007 at the Hellenic Cypriot Hall in Famona.

Judging of the competition will be on Saturday 24th from 10am until 2.30pm during which time the hall will not be open to the public.

However, the exhibition will be open from 2:30pm onwards on Saturday afternoon and from 9am to 2pm on Sunday.

Admission is free
Bring & Braai
Bar available
Music & other entertainment
Please come and enjoy yourselves and most importantly, learn about the art of stamp collecting. The knowledge you will gain from collecting stamps will be enlightening as you find that stamps tell stories about history, politics, science, geography and literally any subject!

RHODES JUBILEE COTTAGES

SUNDAY LUNCHEON

ON SUNDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2007
VENUE : RHODES JUBILEE COTTAGES
TIME : LUNCH SERVED FROM 12.00 NOON
PRICE : $ 500 000.00
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM LABEL CLOTHING CURRY, RICE, ROAST & SALAD. DESSERTS

MUSIC BY CASSIMS BAND AND DISCO EXCITING TOMBOLA JUMPING CASTLE
CASH BAR AVAILABLE CORKAGE FOR COOLER BOXES

PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO : A TRIBUTE TO PAVAROTTI
DVD Opera - Verdi's Don Carlo at the Academy Of Music on
Saturday 3 November
at 6.00 P.M.
Booking for Don Carlo is open at the Academy - tickets are $100 000 and all proceeds go to the Hudson Fund. The opera will be shown in Room 25 and there will be no reserved seating but numbers will be limited so advance booking is advisable.

Don Carlo was originally composed for Paris as Don Carlos, subsequently translated into Italian and shorn of its first act, but it's still a long opera at just over three hours so will begin at 6.00 p.m. (gates open at 5.30) with a supper interval at about 7.45 - bring your own including drinks. Tables and chairs will be supplied in the grounds plus a bar if required, though you're very welcome to bring your own drinks too. The opera should be over by about 10.15.

Don Carlo is generally considered one of the finest of all Verdi's operas and it's certainly one of his grandest, a story of love and intrigue, of private passions versus public duty, set against the background of the court of Philip II of Spain with scenes of great spectacle and drama (including an auto-da-fé!) which are fully realised in this lavish production by Franco Zeffirelli from La Scala, Milan. The all-star cast includes the late, great Luciano Pavarotti as well as Daniella Dessi, Luciana D'Intino, Alexander Anisimov and Samuel Ramey conducted by Riccardo Muti.

PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO : Deon Marcus (Piano) at the Robert Sibson Hall on
Saturday 10 November at 6.00 P.M.
Deon hardly needs any introduction to a Bulawayo audience and was heard playing a Mozart duet sonata and his own Handel Variations at the unveiling of the bust of Derek Hudson. This will be his first full solo recital and he has chosen a varied programme mostly of short pieces which, as well as two of his own compositions, will include music by Schumann, Mozart, Debussy, Satie, Poulenc, Blancafort, Albeniz and Mompou. Some of this may be a little off the beaten track but it is all guaranteed to be attractive music and easy on the ear!
There will be no advance booking and entry will be by donation from 5.15 p.m. with all proceeds going to the Hudson Fund. The concert will last about an hour and there will be no interval. PAB intends to arrange another dinner party afterwards, probably at the Roasted Berry again. Enquiries as to price and bookings at the Academy from Monday 29 October - or by e-mail at music@gatorzw. co.uk.

GUARDIAN ANGELS OF EDITH DULY THIS WEEK

NADINE DE KLERK
CHARLES WAWN
JEAN AND FRANK MORLEY
TRACEY QUERL
DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY 8 COLUMN CONTINUOUS COMPUTER STATIONERY THEY CAN LET US HAVE AT EDITH DULY NURSING HOME
e mail magskriel@mac. com

4) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES

BULAWAYO FIRE BRIGADE

ON 3RD JULY THIS YEAR WE WERE WOKEN UP AT 2 A.M. TO THE SOUND OF WINDOWS BREAKING, OUR HOUSE WAS ON FIRE. I WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE BULAWAYO FIRE BRIGADE FOR AN AMAZING JOB WELL DONE. THEY WERE QUICK AND EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL.
THANK YOU.

THIS WEEK I WENT ON A TOUR OF THE FIRE STATION WITH MY DAUGHTERS NURSERY SCHOOL. WE PASSED THROUGH THE 'T.V. LOUNGE' . THERE WAS NO T.V. AND WHAT FURNITURE WAS IN THERE WAS FALLING APART. THE STATE OF THERE SLEEPING QUARTERS WAS ALSO TERRIBLE.
IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING THAT YOU DON'T NEED. PLEASE CONTACT ME.:-
A TELEVISION
CHAIRS/ LOUNGE SUITE
TABLES
MATTRESSES
PILLOWS
LINEN
LETS LOOK AFTER THEM LIKE THEY LOOK AFTER US.
DEBBIE (0912 258 531/ 250050) dunn@gatorzw. com

In the past week or so , I have had to travel around various suburbs , & have been DISGUSTED / SHOCKED / several other words ... to see how many properties still have watering going on outside , on the pavement verges ( which , I always thought , belong to the City , not the house-owner ??? )

Even in the noonday heat , there has been a gardener standing watering , or two sprinklers pouring water upwards ???
HAVE THESE PEOPLE NO CONSCIENCE ?
I accept that this is probably borehole water , BUT THAT BELONGS TO EVERYONE DURING A CRISIS , surely ??
Although I do not propose a vigilante approach , where , during the night , weed - killer is poured onto such green areas .... I would welcome suggestions as to how such TOTALLY SELFISH activities can be curtailed ... deliver a " raspberry " bush to each culprit ????

H.

7) BULAWAYO NEWS

THANK YOU TO THE GIRLS' COLLEGE FUND RAISING TEAM WHO DO SUCH A FANTASTIC JOB AT THE SCHOOL ORGANISING GREAT EVENTS AND FOR RAISING MONEY FOR SUCH NECESSARY SCHOOL PROJECTS.

KEEP IT UP George, Mike, Johnny, Laura, Terry, Nerissa, Winnie, and Jabu

Anita Van Der Heeden from Edith Duly Nursing home who is a blind person is having difficulties with her talking computer, it seems to have lost its voice.
If their is any body out there who can rectify this problem please call the matron at Edith Duly and make arrangements to help at your earliest convenience Tel 09- 205 769

SOLAR COOKING DEMONSTRATION
(the LAST SATURDAY of EVERY month except December)

SATURDAY, 27 October 2007
METHODIST CHURCH GROUNDS
MAIN STREET/11th AVENUE
9.00 am

The sun is really hot again which is ideal for solar cooking. So beat the ZESA cuts and cook your food using the sun as your energy source.

Cookers are on sale AFTER you have seen the Demonstration - in accordance with the rules of Solar Cooking International.
For further information contact Morag Stone 286154 (pm) Jill Miller-Cranko 241274 (evenings)

MOVEMENT FOR DEMOCRATIC CHANGE (MUTAMBARA)

invite you to a PUBLIC MEETING on SUNDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2007

2- 5 pm at HOTEL RIO

SPEAKERS: WELSHMAN NCUBE, HON M.P. BULAWAYO EAST JAPHET NDABENI-NCUBE, EXECUTIVE MAYOR OF BULAWAYO S. MSIPA, HON SENATOR, BULWAYO EAST
Police have been notified APATHY WILL DESTROY OUR HOPES FOR CHANGE SO PLEASE DO JOIN US and FEEL FREE to pass this on

FALCON COLLEGE
"CHRISTMAS IN NOVEMBER" With our Bulawayo Old Folk in mind

Please support our Dinner Dance Ball
Date: Friday 23rd November, 2007
Venue: Bulawayo Golf Club - Suburbs
For more information please telephone Yvonne 011 213 945 or email ythomson@mweb. co.zw. Limited tickets on sale There are conditions of attending !!!!

Derek Hudson made an immense contribution to Bulawayo's

musical life. When he retired from the Academy in April 2003 he had been its director for 27 years, exactly a quarter of the period of modern Bulawayo's existence as it happened. He had retired from the Bulawayo Philharmonic Orchestra two years earlier, also after 27 years, so held both posts longer than any other incumbent. Nor do I think any of his very gifted predecessors would object to my saying that he was by quite some way the most talented and accomplished musician to have held either post.

It seemed important to several of us that he should not be forgotten and one obvious and fitting way would be to commission a bust to keep Robert Sibson company in the foyer. I was going to ask Gill Kaufman, who was, of course, responsible for Robert's bust (a wonderful piece of work by any standards), but we were at dinner together only a matter of weeks after Derek's death, and she saved me the need to ask by offering to do the deed. Naturally I was delighted and plans were laid immediately. But we wanted to go further: several who have been important to the Academy are remembered in specific areas - Robert Sibson has his hall, Jack Chalmers Park his library and Malcolm Fleming the green room. One area in which the Academy was seriously lacking was audio-visual equipment and so the idea of an audio-visual centre in Derek's memory arose.

The first phase of this scheme was launched a few days ago on Monday 15 October when the bust was unveiled by Derek's daughters, Joanna and Kate, and the Derek Hudson Audio-Visual Centre inaugurated. The bust stands in a spotlit corner of the foyer on a plinth six inches taller than Robert's - Derek looked down on most of us so we thought it fitting that he should continue to do so! In consultation with Gill, we decided on a Derek at the height of his powers in his fifties - no glasses which he always hated having to wear and in conductor's white tie. The result is a splendid memorial to the man, a strikingly accurate portrayal with just the hint of a smile and yet the eyes focused on his next project. There was very well deserved applause when the bust was unveiled - and some tears as well.

And so the tribute to Derek was duly and splendidly launched - but there's still part of the journey ahead. We felt we were far enough on with our plans to go public, so to speak, especially as the bust was complete. I felt it was important to show two things: one quite simply that nearly four years after he left Bulawayo and two after his death, we hadn't forgotten Derek. And secondly that, despite the chaos and collapse all around us, some good things are still happening in Bulawayo, that the Academy to which so many have given so much over the years, is going on and striving to increase its role as a centre of education, excellence and entertainment.

I think it's worth explaining just what we have achieved so far with our "Hudson Project" - and what we still hope to do. There was a constraint right from the start in that, although it's a large building, the Academy is short of space. Eventually we decided to use a room in the Beit Wing adjacent to the library as the heart of the project even though it's not as large as we would really have liked, seating only about thirty comfortably, but the plan is to use it as a study centre and lecture room and spill over into Room 25 (which we intend also to rename after Derek) for larger audiences.

An appeal was launched to help purchase equipment and prepare the room and so far we have brought in (and spent!) around £1700.00 and Z$85 000 000. We've also received very generous donations of first class equipment as well as LPs, CDs and cassettes so have an impressive array: a DVD player and projector; a second DVD/CD player with full home theatre system; two turntables; two cassette players; two amplifiers; four pairs of speakers; two televisions incorporating videos; five Walkman CD players and four sets of headphones. Ultimately a second projector is on the wants list and we hope shortly to obtain a large collapsible screen. This will mean that both the Audio-Visual Centre and Room 25 will be fully equipped to show DVDs and the former will also have four or five work stations where individual students can listen to CDs, cassettes or LPs (including recent donations we have over four thousand of the latter!) or watch videos.

The AV Centre has been redecorated and has blinds; the work stations will be installed within weeks - and additional security in the shape of burglar bars is also necessary. We intend then to equip Room 25 ("The Hudson Room") with bars and blinds (eleven windows!).

We hope that these facilities will be of interest and use to schools, especially, of course, Girls' College with which the Academy is linked, but also to any schools who can bring their pupils to the Academy. We intend to run afternoon sessions when they can find out what an orchestra looks and sounds like and see excerpts from concerts, operas and ballets.

Plans are also in hand for regular series of DVD showings - the complete cycle of Mahler symphonies conducted by Leonard Bernstein, Wagner's Ring from the Met and Simon Rattle's highly acclaimed introduction to modern music are all to hand and the American Embassy has promised us access to an eleven-part history of jazz - between them these should occupy most of next year! I hope we might get Kenneth Clark's marvellous series on Civilisation which had a good deal of music in it and still stands up well after nearly forty years. and looks marvellous on the big screen. Operas, ballet and orchestral concerts will also be on offer on a regular basis (we intend a "Christmas Season" of La Bohème, L'Italiana in Algeri and The Nutcracker) and in time we hope to make the growing CD library available for loan. We're intending to introduce a "Friends of the Academy" scheme which will give access to the Audio-Visual Centre and Library - the latter very well stocked with both books and printed music as well as the recorded variety.

Further down the line is a permanent sound system in the Sibson Hall for band and other performances that need amplification - and this in turn will allow DVD showings for a large audience once we acquire a second screen and back- projection equipment. It will in addition incorporate a public address system for conferences and the like - which will also be very useful for quietly spoken musicians who like to talk to their audience!

We think we've made a good start but we intend to build on it and increase the Academy's role in Bulawayo's life - which would delight Derek and will help to keep his memory green for many years to come.

[Any contributions to the Academy's Hudson Fund will be very gratefully received at the Academy or direct to Michael Bullivant!]

CLASS OF 1947 PLUMTREE SCHOOL REUNION

"I am organising a 60th anniversary luncheon on November 20th for anyone who entered Plumtree School in 1947.
If you have not already been contacted please email mailto:bandbbwakefield@ zol.co.zw

Best regards Basil Wakefield"

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 Tuesday evenings 7.30 pm Christ The King Church, corner of Matopos Rd and Cecil Avenue (entrance off Oxford Road), Hillside, Bulawayo. Thursday lunchtime 1 pm (or as near as) Main Street Methodist Church , corner of 11th Avenue (entrance in small gate to the house), Bulawayo.

CHURCH FETE
AT: THE CHURCH of the ASCENSION, Leander Ave.,/ Kent Road, Hillside.
DATE: Saturday, 3rd November 2007
TIME: 9am - 4pm.

The CHURCH of the ASCENSION would like to invite the Community of Bulawayo to take part in our Annual ' DAY OF THANKSGIVING' . Yes....... it has been a year of trial and testing - but as some of you will know, it is in times such as these when we must "put on the cloak of Praise!" So with determination, trust and Joy, we ask you ALL to come and Celebrate with us the goodness of Gods Grace. May He bless you as you prepare for the day, and may His Holy Spirit inspire and encourage you towards a 'NEW' thing!

Your support in the past has made all our efforts a pleasure! So Please - Keep this date clear of any other engagements, BUT diarised for your enjoyment and participation!

All wishing to book a stand for the day may contact either: Laetitia Rose on Tel: 241969 or Thandi, Church office: 241184 Looking forward to hearing from you!

SPCA BULAWAYO BRANCH
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 over the last few weeks in response to our urgent appeal. 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 jewellery, 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. Thank you for keeping our shop going. We have a lovely pair of size 5 riding boots with trees for sale. Reconditioned Christmas cards now available.

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

8 - NATIONAL PARKS FEES

National Parks fees were increased again from 1 October, and we detail the new charges below -

Entry $400,000 Resident, non-Zimbabwean $500,000 Non resident US$15 ($12 regional)
Children under 12 half price
Car $100,000
Eagle $8,000,000 ; Regional US$64 Tourist US$128 per lodge per night (4 persons)
Lodge $6,000,000 ; Regional US$55 Tourist US$110 per lodge per night (4 persons)
Chalet $2,000,000 ; Regional US$37 Tourist US$73 per lodge per night (2 persons)
Camping$500, 000 Regional US$5 Tourist US$10 per person per night
All figures quoted above are Inclusive of VAT
The National Museums and Monuments entry charges to Rhodes grave and the San painted caves are $200 000 ($112,000 children). Non resident fees remain at US$10, GBP6, Pula55 or ZAR70

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If you are already a MARS INTERNATIONAL member, but would like to look at different options, products and prices, please also contact Des."

OPEN DAY AT MAUREEN'S PLACE

FRIDAY 9TH NOVEMBER 10am-6pm
Keyrings, trendy bag chains and cell phone charms, bookmarks, tablecloth weights, Xmas angels, sun catchers, kiddies jewellery. A super range of necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Loofah and glycerine soaps, and lots more IDEAD CHRISTMAS GIFTS

Pam Rosenfels
Please take note that Pam's shop in Devon Road won't be open on the 2nd November as planned but will open on the 23rd November from 9.00am - 5.00pm for her Annual Christmas Shop. Sorry for the inconvenience. Look forward to seeing you !!!!!!

Mvuse Nyoni Celebrating Coffee. Celebrating Culture.

Mulatto's Coffee Shop is proud to present.. 'The Return of Salsa' on the 27th of October 2007 from 7 to 11 pm where? -- at 22 Clark Road , Suburbs, Bulawayo

Back by popular demand. a night of dance lessons, good music, great food and social interaction.

With dance instructors direct from Cuba ! Call Mvuse on 09 - 230913 or 0912 410 463 to make a booking or for more information. Numbers are limited. Snacks included. Cash bar.

Bee Artee cnr 18th av and Matopos rd

Bee artee is looking for a young girl to take Kylie's place as she is moving to the United kingdom. You need to be very artistic, enthusiastic and motivated!!! You will be working with young children so it helps if you like kids!!!!! This job is never boring as we always have new things going on and new people in and out! Please come to the shop for an interview. You will be starting at the beginning of November!!! if you have an art portfolio please bring it with!!!

On the 20th October you will find us at the Country club with all our nice gifts to sell. We will have all our wooden and fabric things to paint for the kids to do on the day!!! We are also doing face painting!!! It should be a fun day for everyone!!!
On the 3rd November we are doin the same exciting things at the Church of Ascension We would love your support!!!

We also looking for 2 child minders, all references required, they will be checked. ie they need to be references in this country. no accommodation comes with the job. please come to the shop for an interview! thank you

ARCHER CLOTHING BRINGS TO YOU A BRAND NEW CLOTHING WEAR HOUSE OFFERING YOU FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL BRANDS AT SUPERB VALUE.

LAZY SAM SALTY ARCHER PIERRE CARDIN EDDIE BAUER OAK RIDGE WOOLWORTH'S PRINGLE CUTTY SARK NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TODD SMITH And more.

THE FINEST SELECTION OF MEN'S CLOTHING. CASUAL AND FORMAL SHIRTS CARGO PANTS AND SHORTS WRINKLE FREE AND REGULAR CHINOS 5 POCKET JEANS
FOR THE LADIES.. SHORTS AND SKIRTS
TRADING HOURS 8.30 TO 16.30 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.00 TO 12.00 SATURDAY LEEDS ST BEHIND ARCHER CLOTHING FOLLOW THE YEBO SIGNS OFF PLUMTREE RD, BELMONT, BULAWAYO
E MAIL: schantell@archer. co.zw Tel: 880181

HAVING A PROBLEM WITH YOUR WATER

Then you need to come and see the New Range of Domestic Water Filters that we have to offer at Bateman Water Zimbabwe.

Description Application FH 4 200BL 10" Housing Filter Housing 10'' Countertop Unit Countertop Housing Filter Cartridges PAC-10 10" Activated Carbon Wound Cartridge Filters Dirt, Rust and Improves Taste P10-100MC 10" Wound Cartridge Filters Dirt and Rust Ultracarb OBE Cartridge Bacteria ,Cysts,Chemicals, Heavy Metals,Taste Odour, Dirt and Rust Melltblown 10" Cartridge Filters Dirt and Rust Scale Stopper Filter as well as Suspends Hard Water Crystals Recharge (For Descaler) Crystals Recharge (For Descaler) Desaclers (Includes Housing and Crystals) Suspends Hard Water Case Klorman Cartridges (Cartridges 16 /case only) Chlorination Klorman Housing Chlorination

We also have Water Treatment Sachets in stock capable of treating 20 Litres of Water at a time. These sachets have been extensively used by both the United States Army and UNICEF. Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate in contacting the undersigned or come in and see us at the following address
Bateman Water Zimbabwe Suite 703 7th Floor Pioneer House Cnr 8th Avenue / Fife Street Bulawayo Phone : (263) 9 60374 / 60438 Fax : (263) 9 884235 Cell : (263) 91 223 6326 e-mail : bwwds@zol.co. zw
Many thanks
Wayne de Swardt PROJECTS ENGINEER BWT ZIMBABWE

If any one has the need for a computer technician I can highly recommend Precious 0912-643245. He has recently branched out on his own and so is looking to expand his business. A very pleasant and conscientious person, who has helped me immensely. Please contact Tina 011-611155 should you wish to know more about him.

FACE PAINTING.

PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED FACE PAINTER AVAILABLE FOR KIDS' PARTIES.

PHONE iSLA ON: 09-280062. IMPORTED QUALITY FACE PAINTS.

AFRICAN EARTHWORKS WITH KIGELIA.

Skin Care Range and Luxurious Bath Range. Available from African Earthworks Office: 5 Silver Oaks 14th Ave./J.Tongogara St. Bulawayo. Telephone 66703. e mail afearthworks@ mweb.co.zw

If you're having a GATHERING
at your house, work or a Club and don't want to be fussed about the MEAT let IAN JOHNSTON take your worries away by doing a SHEEP / WART HOG (or anything you want) ON THE SPIT.

Need to entertain but do not want to have the hassle of doing the work in your own kitchen and serving the dinner/meal? (you just sit back, relax and entertain your guests) Let Ian Johnston do the work for you.

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

Try Granite Ridge
as a different venue for you Xmas party or Corporate get together. We also cater for weddings with a ceremony on the rocks overlooking the "Great Matopos" and the reception at the Farmhouse. Wanting a Sunday with a difference.. try our Sunday lunch. Booking is essential. Phone 0838 218 or Dave on 091 2215 758. 10% of bookings donated to Soap.

Margaret Bernard at Pethilton
happy to look after your

pets whenever you need, and Christopher to beautify your dog; supervise a mating; and to train your dog for obedience only (no aggression). Tel 242979 for bookings.

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 have waiting buyers for teak, oak and other quality furniture. Collections can be arranged (after hours if necessary), and collections from Garden Park and Coronation Cottages are free. We specialise in :

- on site household auctions if you are disposing of your household contents and would prefer to sell everything at once and receive your money in a lump sum rather than in dribs and drabs.

- on site company sales if you are closing/downsizing. We are located at 141A Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918.

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Full back-up, installation, service and repair Nationwide. For more information please call our sales team on: (04) 744587 / 744653 or email on sales@sdec.co. zw, tara@sdec.co. zw, shelley@sdec. co.zw X 3

DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO DO THOSE ODD JOBS AROUND THE HOUSE

THAT YOUR HUSBAND NEVER GETS ROUND TO?
I specialise in electrical, stove, geyser, iron repairs, but can turn my hand to most things. Doors, windows, shelving etc., give Rick a call on 023 422025 or leave a message for me on 09 230478 I try and give quick service too!

Firewood and thatching-grass for sale.
Please phone I. Boye at 285330 or leave a message on the answering-machine 0r 011 211 027

Gee's Fruit and Vegetables have every seasonal fruit and

veggie in stock at good prices.

We are at 14, 8th Avenue between Fife Street and Silundika and would welcome a visit from you.

We promise friendly efficient service and our telephone numbers for orders are 67013 or 68209. Gees Fruit and Vegetables.

BODY AND SOUL COMES TO BULAWAYO

WHAT YOU WOMEN HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR IS HERE AT LAST!

We are delighted to announce that "Body and Soul" is starting in Bulawayo in the second week of the new term on Monday 10th September

What is it? Aerobics and Strength Training to Contemporary Christian Music in a non- denominational environment (High and Low Impact) Venue only: Revival Centre, Galway Road, Famona (near the Fire Station) When: Mon and Fri at 4.30 prompt - 5.30 pm Instructor: Brenda What to bring: Tackies, towel, water bottle, yourself! Who is it for: Women aged between 15 - 115 years For details contact: Glendyr on 241193 or 011 643347 Email glenwill@mweb. co.zw Or The Regional Office, Harare Kate at kate@hms.co. zw or bodyandsoul@ zol.co.zw See you there!!!!!!!

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New In Stock
14w and 15w Energy Light Saving Bulbs - Q20 Penetrating Oil - PloiBond Adhesive Hose Clamps - Tyre Tube Patches Limited Stock of Oil, Fuel and Air Filters for Toyota, Isuzu, Nisson Commercial

We have in Stock Workshop/Engineerin g/Mining Tools for sale - - - - - -

Lubrication Equipment - Air Tools - Compressors - Workshop Tools - Bottle Jacks Bench Vices - Power Tools - Chain Blocks - Welders - Bench Grinders - Multimeters - Dewalt 2000w Heat Gun - Timing Lights - 15kg Roll 1mm Thermadyne MIG Welding wire 1/2" & 3/4"dr. Socket Sets and alot more

Contact us on
Tel : (MacTech - the ToolBoys) 09 - 280576 or Freddy 091 222 7359 or E-mail: mactech@gator. co.zw

We Now have top of the Range HAWKINS 300 or 600W INVERTERS and CHARGERS Hawkins Smart 15A Automatic Battery Chargers Deep Cycle (Marine) Batteries - Longer Life and Use 1 x Hawkins 300W Inverter Kit c/w 12V/102A/H Sealed Battery & 12V AutoPro Battery Charger 1 x Hawkins 600W Inverter Kit c/w 12V/102A/H Sealed Battery & 12V AutoPro Battery Charger Also 8A and 12A Battery Chargers (6V and 12V Charging with Trickle and Fast Charge) Hawkins are renowned for their quality. Rechargeable Lanterns and Torches in Stock - For those Dark nights Tel : (MacTech - the ToolBoys) 09 - 280576 or Freddy 091 222 7359 or E-mail: mactech@gator. co.zw

WANTED

Is there anyone in Bulawayo that still does wedding photography and videography? Please contact Kirsty ASAP on 0912-323307, 09-246990, osmart@mweb. co.zw

WEDDING AND SPECIAL OCCASION DECOR

Every bride wants a perfect wedding, everyone a perfect party But how do you find what you need? Don't worry - We cover a wide range of modern decor comprising of, invitations, gift boxes, ring cushions, garters, organza bags, chocolate fountains, gift chocolates (white, Belgium, milk), and a whole lot more for weddings, anniversaries, 21st, baby showers or any special occasion. We provide a personalised service to ensure you have a troublefree function. Phone and book a consultation with us and together we can plan according to your budget an occasion you and your guests will never forget. We have a variety of chocolate boxes in various flavours that will make lovely gifts for special people in your life. Orders are being taken now for christmas. Call Barbara or Chanel on 09-887468

"NEW PLASTIC PYRAMID INVITATION FOR ANY OCCASION. MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED! !!"

SOLID TEAK FURNITURE MADE TO ORDER. SPECIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN.
BAOBAB INDUSTRIES
BULAWAYO TEL: 60319, 76523, OR 882586. E-MAIL: baobab@mweb. co.czw ASK FOR JOHN HEWITT OR BRIAN SINCLAIR

TRANSPORT AND CLEARING

If you have goods that you need transported from South Africa to Zimbabwe contact us as we can move them for you. We provide an all inclusive service and handle all the customs formalities both on the SA side and the Zim side of the Beitbridge border post. We handle full loads and consolidated cargo both north and south bound. We pay duties and VAT on your behalf. We also handle export clearing formalities.

Contact Regina at PROFESSIONAL CLEARING on land line 09 65338/74130 or cell 011600064 email regina@forward. co.zw

We are part of the LINKED LOGISTICS chain. Visit our website http://www.reglink. co.za/

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" and be with you while you're in labour helping you to BREATHE and PUSH properly.
Please contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (H) 237240 or 011 728 350 or (W) 474277 or 466741 - 8am to midday

Ghost writer for hire. Editing, evaluating of manuscripts

and completion of books. If you have the story but not the words, contact Laura on Byo (09) 226737/011 614064.
Research also undertaken on any subject, from family histories to medical questions.

Are You Stressed Out?
Do You Have Boulders In Your Shoulders? Are You In Need Of A Massage? For A Therapeutic, Relaxing Massage Contact Janine on 0912 976 721

MIKE'S KITCHEN & COTTAGE
(ITF 263 Registered)
For all your catering requirements Snax trays & Function menus 21sts, Wedding etc etc
Contact: Noeleen or Mike Tel: 240086 023408975 nhancock@netconnect .co.zw

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION:
AFFORDABLE RATES- 2 bed-roomed Fully Equipped Cottage, (sleeps5/ 6) Open plan Lounge / Dinning-room / Kitchen equipped for 6 with SATV. DVD in own walled & private setting very close proximity to town.
CONTACT: Noeleen or Mike Tel: 240086 023408975 nhancock@netconnect .co.zw

TROPICA NURSERY
Tel: 288873

If anyone is leaving or has an over-abundance of pots/containers for plants Tropica will collect and pay a fair price for them as long as they are in good condition. Also looking for planting packets.
We have just received a new consignment of plants which include some great roses, including Duet, Iceberg and Simplicity.

OUTRAGEOUSLY LOW PRICED SECOND HAND BABY GOODIES FOR SALE

All sorts of goodies for sale, cheap and excellent quality and selling rapidly.

I have met each mother and know exactly where the clothes have come from, UK, USA and RSA, all in superb condition.

Whole new range of baby clothes for girls and boys, growers and loads of accessories just arrived today.
Baby Growers: Various sizes, long and short sleeved - selling fast Baby Clothes: Winter clothes - especially for those going overseas with small babies or 2 year old's and some summer clothes Kiddies Clothes: Dresses, Boys t-shirts and shorts, boys pyjamas Cots: Pine Cot in excellent condition - converts to a bed. Linen: Cot linen and cot bumpers, baby pillows, sets all NEW, loads of linen. Clown set. Wraps: Just arrived in - a great number of beautiful baby wraps, from big size to small. Blankets: Floor blankets, crocheted and knitted blankets - all new Car seat: Two in good condition Travel Feeding Chair: I have two for sale - very handy just for home, not necessarily for travelling. Pushchairs: Pushchair - from overseas with nappy bag, car seat which sits on push chair, see through plastic cover, basket at the bottom of the push chair, Twin Pushchair Toys: For all ages - fluffy toys, puzzles, opposite cards, shapes, board games, cot mobiles with music boxes Toys for Boys: Action men with helicopter and bike, micro machine (2 different sets) buy now for Christmas Books: A brand new selection of lady bird - Disney books have arrived, all in excellent condition. Plus books for older children and books for expectant Mothers Miscellaneous: Breast Pump (Brand New), Nappy Bag, Mozzie Nets for cot and pram, Mirrors, Embroidered Napkins, Paintings, Set of Cushions, Ladies clothes, nursing pads, micro wave bottle steriliser for Avent bottles, bottle warmer, foam covered nappy changer, a few terry cloth nappies, baby bath, Electric steam bottle steriliser (6 bottles), baby gyms. Prints in Frames: The photos of little girls with little boys, holding roses - I have a set of 3 for sale with glass and frames. Maternity Wear size 10 Telephone: This is a gimmick type real phone with an ear piece and the set is a frog - key pad on the back - ideal for a teenager in their bedroom.
Viewing when it suits you, just call for an appointment or open Friday Afternoons Contact Tracey: 243938 or 011-701 323 for directions.
I will sell on your behalf your baby and "growing-up fast" children's, clothes and toys on a commission basis.
Requests for Rocking Chair and Baby Walker's, and all sorts of baby clothes and boy's clothes requested - please contact me if you want me to sell these items.

I am also looking for people who make wedding party attire including dresses and suits as well as someone who makes wedding cakes and is able to copy one from a picture. Please contact Kirsty 0912-323307, 09-246990, osmart@mweb. co.zw

Cars/Boats/Caravans/Motor-Cycles

FOR SALE CHRYSLER VOYAGER
Ideal family car 3.3litre V6 Petrol 1998 model Well looked after - to be seen Phone : 0912 232 109 or 230308

Paul Anderson 22, Coghlan Ave, Kumalo, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Phone/FAX: +263 9 230308 Mobile: +263 912 232109

FOR SALE:
Nissan Sunny FB 13, 1990 Sedan,145 000kms, Metallic Grey,mag wheels, air con,cd player,electric windows, power steering,central locking. Call:0912303779/ 241425(after hrs)

ROYAL CAR SALES

BULAWAYO BRANCH!!! 32 Main Street Between 1st & 2nd street

Any problems in Selling your car? Are you looking for good car? Look no further

Contact us on 09-884854/ 75 0912 331 789/ 011 661 217 Email:-cobal@mweb. com

CAR FOR SALE
1985 Mercedes Benz left hand drive gold in colour lady driven, 190E Petrol must go voets toests Cash Price US$10 850=00 tel 0912322868

1. TOYOTA EMINA SPACE WAGON
-SILVER IN COLOUR - AUTOMATIC 2,8 TURBO DIESEL - 17" MAG WHEELS WITH BRAND NEW TYRES - ELECTRIC WINDOWS & TINTED SIDE & REAR WINDOWS - FRONT & REAR AIR CON - FRONT & REAR SUN ROOF - CD SOUND SYSTEM / TV SCREEN & DVD PLAYER EXCELLENT CONDITION* IDEAL FAMILY CAR* TEL. HOME - 280906 WORK - 460786/90 CELL - 0912 260 774

BOAT FOR SALE
Perfect for estuary and off shore fishing in Mozambique. 15 foot Ski Vee 146 Deep Vee Mono Hull offshore Boat. 2 x 30hp outboard motors recently serviced. Centre console steering, fitted with compass, depth finder ship to shore radio and dry box storage. Chrome roll bar at the stern fitted with rod holders. Fish hatch forward of centre console, and storage hatch at front of boat. All safety equipment, including flares. Two sea anchors with nylon ropes. Tool box, with spare impellers and spark plugs. Removable dry box stored with emergency dry rations, space blankets and medical box. Three 25lt fuel tanks. Boat is on an aluminium, high speed, break neck trailer, with spare wheel. Trailer is registered and licensed.

Price: US$8,000.00 Phone: 091 2340 221

For Sale 18ft Cougar Deep Hull, boat
with 50Hp Mercury

Motor if interested please contact Carl on 0912700993 or Zaida on 0912843188.

Employment

I can personally recommend a man of great integrity, ability, loyalty and has an unbelievable character. A man of high principles, good moral standards and a true gentleman.

He has a heavy duty driver's license and was our general manager of our farm and company for the past 20 years. He has run our agricultural division, the lodge (extremely good people's person) and taking care of sourcing supplies and spares. In man of many talents!!!!!

Lovemore can be contacted on 09 289385 (evenings) or cell 011 218 682 For a reference as to his character and ability e mail Midge on daj.ezanzi@absamail .co.za

Housemaid wanted urgently _cooking preferred.

Accommodation available. Well paid, including hospital and clinic medical aid cover.

TEL: WORK - 60511 or 69870 CELL - 0912250884

Mature lady seeks vacancy as a receptionist/ typist or

typist/clerk. Has 3 years experience. Computer literate.

Contact Telephone : 240755

Furniture manufacturing company looking for Maintenance personnel. Must have experience with fitting & maintenance of electric motors. Good salary. Must be fluent in English. Shona/Ndebele a plus.
Only genuine, loyal applicants need apply. Tel: 64011 / 64849 / 011 217 216

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
LADY 45 YEARS OLD, 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A SECRETARY 5 YEARS AS A PERSONAL ASSISTANT, QUALIFIED SHORTHAND TYPIST, PLEASANT PERSONALITY - EXCEPTIONAL & RARE QUALITIES. SEEKS POSITION - SALARY NEGOTIABLE, PACKAGE PREFERRED: MEDICAL, PENSION, TRANSPORT, SCHOOLING. ALTERNATIVELY, WILLING TO RELOCATE WITH FAMILY TO ZAMBIA OR OVERSEAS.

CONTACT: DENISE TEL: 023324877 or 023375416

THE TEAK RETREAT
EXQUISITE TEAK FURNITURE OF UNMATCHED QUALITY AT FACTORY PRICES! WE ALSO DO CUSTOM MADE FURNITURE !!! Plus curios & home décor accessories you cannot do without ! WE HAVE MOVED TO THE RIVER CAFÉ OFF 12TH AVE EXTENSION Contact: Donna (011 404 401) or Richard (011 217 216) E-Mail: teakretreat@ mweb.co.zw

For Sale

2. HOUSE HOLD FURNITURE (OWNER LEAVING)

- KELVINATOR DOUBLE DOOR FRIDGE & FREEZER - MODERN GENUINE LEATHER LOUNGE SUITE IN BLACK - MODERN / UNIQUE DESIGNED DOUBLE BED ROOM SUITE - IMPERIAL DOUBLE DOOR FRIDGE & FREEZER - SOLID TEAK DINING ROOM SUITE (12 SEATER/ HUGE TABLE, SIDE BOARD & MATCHING WALL MIRROR ) - SOLID OAK BEDROOM SUITE (QUEEN BED,HEAD BOARD & SIDE TABLES,DRESSING TABLE, CHEST DRAWERS,TALL MIRROR UNIT) - SOLID MUKWA BAR CABINET WITH UNIQUE CARVINGS & 5 BAR STOOLS - SOLID TEAK WITH WROUGHT IRON BEDROOM SUITE (MODERN DESIGN 4 POSTER BED, SIDE TABLES & DRESSING TABLE) - MODERN / UNIQUE TV STAND IN WROUGHT IRON & GLASS ALL ITEMS AS NEW* (ONLY SELLING TO IMMIGRATE) TEL. HOME - 280906 WORK - 460786/90 CELL - 0912 260 774

For sale

Handcarved Four Poster Kingsize Bed , Draylon Headboard, 2 side pedestals - Solid Mukwa - weight 160kgs R10 000 ; Set of beautifully Handcarved (Dragons) Mukwa Coffee Table (2.2m x 73cm) with 4 side matching tables (60 x 60cm) R10 000 ; Antique "PYE" Ball & Claw Radiogram, working condition- With Manual R3000; Vinyl L.P.Records 50's - 80's ; 4 Plate Kelvinator Stove Z$45m ; BOC - T.I.G.Welder (High Frequency) R7000 ; ELIN - DC Welder, aircooled R6000 ; Aluminium Welding Rods for T.I.G. Welder Z$5m/kg ; Engine Spares - Peugeot 405 / B2200 / R5 / BMW Cheetah 1800 Engine; Datsun 1500 Gearbox Z $10m; Gantry approx 2.5m high - 6" x 3" Boxed Channel Z$35m ;Panasonic Video - Superdrive Z$8m; Corrugated Sheets 3,5m x 0,6mm ( x9) Z$6,8m each; Double Slowcooker Z$15m; KIC Deskfan Z$10m; smalls - O.N.C.O - Tel: Byo 284412 Cell - 023-835008

FOR SALE!
Legend Jazz mp3 Player: Pre owned Legend Jazz mp3 Player - Good Condition Features: SD Card Reader Slot Blue LCD Screen USB Port Hold Function Multiple Equalisers to choose from: o Jazz o Rock o Bass o Classic Extras: USB Cable for Computer Connection "In Ear" Stereo Headphones with Lanyard Design Price Asked: R400 Negotiable

Kingston 512MB SD Card New Kingston 512MB SD Card Compatible With mp3 Player (Legend Jazz) Price Asked: R200 Negotiable

Diamond Mini BOOMBOX Pre owned Diamond Mini Boombox Features: Top Loading CD player Repeat and Programme play modes AM/FM Radio LED Display 2-way Speakers 3.5mm headphone jack Price Asked: R300 Negotiable

JVC Radio Cassette Recorder Pre owned JVC Radio Cassette Recorder Features: Full Auto Stop Mechanism Built in Condenser MIC 3-Band (FM/MW/SW) Tuner Price Asked: R200 Negotiable
If Interested please ask for Connor FitzPatrick on 245041 after five in the evenings

FOR SALE: 32mm POLYPIPE 200m. Contact Fred on 011 545551.

Houses/Flats/Offices

Office space to rent in very desirable area of Byo. Consists of a front office, back office, and shared reception come lounge area, kitchen and restroom with one other lessee.

Safe parking within complex plus use of storeroom at the rear of buildings. The entire complex is securely walled,fenced and electrified and the office building is alarmed. Available from the 1st April 2007. Please contact me on e-mail

Midge - From: daj.ezanzi@absamail .co.za

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I am a Zimbabwean currently working in Aus. I have an aged mum and dad back home and due to problems way back, my parents had to sell their home and are currently renting - I am now looking for a small, safe cottage to buy for them preferably closer to the city or in a good suburb like Hillcrest etc, close to the shops, hospital etc. They have two dogs so this should be considered as well - secure yard etc) I can be contacted on Australia +61-7-408873045 (mobile)

e mail

lyn.jenkins@ bbidbct.com. au

I am looking for a house or cottage for rental (long term lease) in Ilanda, Hillside etc for my retired parents.

Barbara

Barbara Nompumelelo Tapela\ btapela@uwc. ac.za

HOUSE FOR SALE
HILLSIDE - 2 - 3 BEDROOM HOME, SET IN CUL DE SUC LOVELY GARDEN, IMMACULATE ALL ROUND. VERY SECURE ELECT FENCE, GATE ETC. MUST BE SEEN TO APPRECIATE. TEL: 011402854 OR 011616516 TO VIEW

HOUSE FOR SALE

BURNSIDE - CIRCULAR DRIVE LOUNGE, DINING ROOM, 3 CARPETED BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, MAIN EN SUITE AND DRESSING ROOM. LARGE FITTED KITCHEN WITH OVEN AND HOB. ALL MODERN CERAMIC TILED. LARGE STAND, SWIMMING POOL BRAAI AREA ETC. CALL ; 011616516 OR 011402854 TO VIEW.

Small family with dogs looking for a secure house to rent in Bulawayo, prefer Khumalo or surrounds, needed before the end of January 2008. Please contact me Jo Ireland on 011207583, 09 - 69881-4 (w), 09 - 230526 (h), or email me on jo@toyota.co. zw

Accommodation Wanted

Urgently looking for a three or four bedroom house in Bulawayo for a family consisting of three adults and four children. Children aged 6yrs,4yrs,2yrs and 10 months. Contact details: Astra Steblecki 880361-9/242396 or Edna Steblecki 70982/242396. Anybody who is able to assist please contact us. The situation is desperate. Flats are also acceptable. Preferable areas are Bradfield, Famona, Hillside, Hillcrest, Northend, Paddonhurst or Town.

I wish to purchase land suitable to stable horses. It is essential that the land has at least one prolific borehole. Real money is available. Please email me at exiffer@hotmail. com

Pets

Wanted -
Large breed of dog, preferably in puppy form. Good loving home, with large garden & kids. Companion for our bitch of 2yrs. Please contact Peri 245703 \ 011613401 brynperi@ecoweb. co.zw

Other
Lost

Two sets of keys, one with green glass holder on key ring, and the other with brown leather holder on key ring. Fell out of car travelling along Netherby Drive, Harare Rd, St George's ave, past Ascott race course, Old Esigodini Rd to BCC. Alternative route is via St Lukes Road to old Esigodini Rd.

If found please phone or send a message to 0912612695. Reward will be given to finder.

I have been searching for the Brown Family since I left

Zim in 2000 and came to the UK.

Rhona has 2 sons Shane and Gavin. Gavin has a wife Fiona and daughter Stephanie. When I saw your condolences I couldn't help wondering if this was the Rhona Brown I was searching for.

Rhone taught at Coghlan School for many years and was a prolific darts and bowls player. Shane is a golfer and Gavin the last I knew, worked for MacDonald's bricks. Could you tell me is this her? And could you put a piece in the morning mirror to help me find them all?
Many thanks and kind regards
Kath Mc Gleenan-Reed kmcgleenan-reed@ opaltelecom. co.uk

"Gerard Dean is a pensioner of 81 years who resides alone. On the night of 7th October 2007 the chain on his gate was cut and thieves gained access to his garage and managed to steal his vehicle.

It is a White 1991 Mazda 626 Sedan Reg. no. 509 673 R.

This is a long shot, but should anyone identify such a vehicle in maybe suspicious circumstances, the registration would obviously be changed by now, if indeed it hasn't been dismantled, would they please contact me, Mike Lander on 09 243467, 0912 244699 or lanonlin@gatorzw. co.uk .

The police were most helpful and any information would be followed up by them"

The Rotary Club of Bulawayo South runs a stamp collecting project in aid of various charities, and would appreciate receiving all types of used stamps, preferably cut from the envelopes without damaging the perforations.
(Far more beneficial to do this than throw them in the waste paper basket). Please deliver in a used envelope marked Rotary Club Stamps to the Bulawayo Club, 8th Avenue, Fort Street. Any queries please phone 249728.
Many thanks.

This is for Celia Laing

Hi Celia, this is Kevin O'Reilly, please will you contact me reference your ducks, ph Wk 71912-4, 0912 339 023 Home 244424.

A desperate request !!

Old lady at Coronation who's daughter has arrived from UK via Polokwane and brought meat with her - enough to fill ordinary fridge type freezer. Flat only has bar fridge. Do you know of anyone wanting to get rid of / hire out small freezer that could stand in lounge area??

From: ct303b@mweb. co.zw

Desperately looking for someone with knowledge on model airplanes. I purchased a radio controlled Cessna from "Fly for Fun" in South Africa and require some help.

MOTOROLA V360v for sale, as new with manual, charger and leather cover Asking R850.00

Please call Celine on 68439 office hours. Thank you.

Wanted

10)) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED

Is there any one of your readers looking for a lift from Maun or Francistown, to Bulawayo around the middle of December? I will be coming through then and the dates can be adjusted to suit. I can be contacted on Maun 00267 686 2668.......or cell 00267 71631607 Or e/mail me on this address. Thanks Heather

Lifts required

I am looking for a lift to Johannesburg from Bulawayo on 5 December 2007 and a return lift from Johannesburg to Bulawayo on 12 or 13 January 2008 . I will contribute towards the cost of fuel. Please contact Cynthia Taylor Phone 242321

Wanted - a second hand jacuzzi
Please contact Peri 245703 \ 011613401 brynperi@ecoweb. co.zw

Wanted ----
Has anyone got , or know of a wood burning stove that is not being used, that might be for sale ? Someone might just have one lying around that they have had for years and don't have a need for it anymore ?? Please, I really need one if you have it. Phone 011211451 or 09241482

WANTED
A second hand chest deep freezer in good condition. Please phone Brian on 63400 (work) or 230586 (home)

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