These are the latest photographs of the Cape Town Soccer Stadium in Green Point.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
2010 Soccer Stadium - Cape Town
These are the latest photographs of the Cape Town Soccer Stadium in Green Point.
Update on the Development of Firgrove and Soetvlei Fields 20 October 09
From the Steering Group of Residents [including CHRA, CPOA and TRA]
It has been a year since the public participation meeting at Bergvliet High School on 23 October 2009, when we first heard the proposal for high-density, low-income housing from the Western Cape Government for the Firgrove and Soetvlei fields.
The current status is as follows:
The administration of the Western Cape Government has changed from ANC to DA.
The DA Provincial Government has disputed the pre-election handover of the land by the previous Provincial Government to the National Housing Development Agency.
The resultant uncertainty of the situation is unsettling, which is why the steering group of residents continues to investigate options for the Firgrove and Soetvlei fields, and engage with all possible stakeholders in order to establish a fair and equitable outcome.
Our current focus is threefold:
1. We support the application of the American International School to expand their lease to include much of the vacant land on Soetvlei Avenue.
2. We support the City’s Spatial Planning Guidelines for residential development on the fields, at a slightly higher density in comparison to the properties adjacent to the fields.
3. We support the continued discussions between the Constantia Land Claimants, the Land Claims Commission and the Western Cape Government.
The claimants wish to conclude the land restitution process that started 14 years ago. During this process, the previous Provincial Government identified the Firgrove field as a settlement land claims in lieu of land that is no longer available for restoration. We are satisfied that the claimants’ intended use of the land would be in compliance with the City’s guidelines for development.
Your information, comments or questions are always welcome.
It has been a year since the public participation meeting at Bergvliet High School on 23 October 2009, when we first heard the proposal for high-density, low-income housing from the Western Cape Government for the Firgrove and Soetvlei fields.
The current status is as follows:
The administration of the Western Cape Government has changed from ANC to DA.
The DA Provincial Government has disputed the pre-election handover of the land by the previous Provincial Government to the National Housing Development Agency.
The resultant uncertainty of the situation is unsettling, which is why the steering group of residents continues to investigate options for the Firgrove and Soetvlei fields, and engage with all possible stakeholders in order to establish a fair and equitable outcome.
Our current focus is threefold:
1. We support the application of the American International School to expand their lease to include much of the vacant land on Soetvlei Avenue.
2. We support the City’s Spatial Planning Guidelines for residential development on the fields, at a slightly higher density in comparison to the properties adjacent to the fields.
3. We support the continued discussions between the Constantia Land Claimants, the Land Claims Commission and the Western Cape Government.
The claimants wish to conclude the land restitution process that started 14 years ago. During this process, the previous Provincial Government identified the Firgrove field as a settlement land claims in lieu of land that is no longer available for restoration. We are satisfied that the claimants’ intended use of the land would be in compliance with the City’s guidelines for development.
Your information, comments or questions are always welcome.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Mandela grateful for open hearts and hands - 67 Minutes on Mandela day 2009
Former president Nelson Mandela on Tuesday thanked people for their involvement in Mandela Day."We have been pleased, and honoured, by the way Mandela Day has been responded to. People have made it an occasion not to focus on one man, but rather to work with each other in communities to make the world a better place.
"Most importantly, they have gone beyond 67 minutes, or one day, and have found ways to promote continuing work that will make a difference. I thank each one of you who made a contribution. We value your continued support," Mandela said in a video message at a function in Midrand.
The function was to mark the 10th anniversaries of the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the Vodacom Foundation.The message was played at the presentation of the Gift of Giving Award where Kaya FM and the City of Matlosana were each awarded R67 000 for their efforts in promoting Mandela Day.
The Johannesburg-based radio station and the North West city said they would donate the money to community organisations.The Vodacom Foundation had given it to the Nelson Mandela Foundation to mark the organisations' tenth birthdays.The amounts of R67 000 were symbolic of the 67 minutes people were asked to give of their time on Mandela Day in honour of the 67 years Mandela had given in service.Acting Chief Executive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Verne Harris, told the gathering: "The key measure of success for us remains the difference that we are making in the world. But our identity, our organisational ethos, is now shaped by the idea of people making a difference in the world."The life-work of Nelson Mandela is honoured and his legacy made, not by memorialisation of him, but by enduring commitments, big and small, to making the world a better place for all.
"Mandela Day mobilised energies which are critical to the rebuilding of social fabric in South Africa and beyond."The awards were accepted by Rose Thabanchu, the Speaker of the Municipality of Matlosana and Greg Maloka, Managing Director of Kaya FM. - Sapa
"Most importantly, they have gone beyond 67 minutes, or one day, and have found ways to promote continuing work that will make a difference. I thank each one of you who made a contribution. We value your continued support," Mandela said in a video message at a function in Midrand.
The function was to mark the 10th anniversaries of the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the Vodacom Foundation.The message was played at the presentation of the Gift of Giving Award where Kaya FM and the City of Matlosana were each awarded R67 000 for their efforts in promoting Mandela Day.
The Johannesburg-based radio station and the North West city said they would donate the money to community organisations.The Vodacom Foundation had given it to the Nelson Mandela Foundation to mark the organisations' tenth birthdays.The amounts of R67 000 were symbolic of the 67 minutes people were asked to give of their time on Mandela Day in honour of the 67 years Mandela had given in service.Acting Chief Executive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Verne Harris, told the gathering: "The key measure of success for us remains the difference that we are making in the world. But our identity, our organisational ethos, is now shaped by the idea of people making a difference in the world."The life-work of Nelson Mandela is honoured and his legacy made, not by memorialisation of him, but by enduring commitments, big and small, to making the world a better place for all.
"Mandela Day mobilised energies which are critical to the rebuilding of social fabric in South Africa and beyond."The awards were accepted by Rose Thabanchu, the Speaker of the Municipality of Matlosana and Greg Maloka, Managing Director of Kaya FM. - Sapa
Monday, September 28, 2009
City's Traffic Officers confiscate Taxis in Fish Hoek
CITY OF CAPE TOWN - MEDIA RELEASE - 23 SEPTEMBER 2009
Traffic Officers were out at 06:00 on Tuesday, 22 September to assess the extent to which illegal taxis are operating in the Fish Hoek area. Thirteen taxis were stopped and checked and the drivers of eight of these vehicles were found to be operating illegally. Various fines were issued for driving without a valid driving license, failing to carry a license in the vehicle and other offences.
“Eight taxis were impounded for not having transportation permits and these vehicles are being stored for safe-keeping at our pound in Ndjamena,” says Chief Inspector Merle Lourens, media spokesperson for Cape Town Traffic Services.
“Taxi owners also face charges for permitting their employees to drive without licenses. Dockets were opened at the Fish Hook SAPS and the charges are being followed up,” says Lourens.
The Ghost Squad also conducted a sting operation in Sacks Circle and Modder dam Road, Bellville, and in Sea Point, Camps Bay and Clifton, concentrating on reckless driving. Twenty nine cars were suspended from being operated on the road because of faulty brakes, smooth tires and illegal or no number plates fitted. Seventeen motorists were charged for not wearing their safety belts and 92 speeding cases were recorded, with the highest speed being 117km/h in a 60km/h zone.
Three hundred and eighty-nine vehicles were checked for outstanding warrants and 15 drivers were warned to appear in Court.
Issued by: Communication Department, City of Cape Town
Media enquiries: Merle Lourens, Tel: 021 918 2572 or Cell: 072 200 1512
Kevin Jacobs, Tel: 021 980 1257 or Cell: 083 264 9661
Traffic Officers were out at 06:00 on Tuesday, 22 September to assess the extent to which illegal taxis are operating in the Fish Hoek area. Thirteen taxis were stopped and checked and the drivers of eight of these vehicles were found to be operating illegally. Various fines were issued for driving without a valid driving license, failing to carry a license in the vehicle and other offences.
“Eight taxis were impounded for not having transportation permits and these vehicles are being stored for safe-keeping at our pound in Ndjamena,” says Chief Inspector Merle Lourens, media spokesperson for Cape Town Traffic Services.
“Taxi owners also face charges for permitting their employees to drive without licenses. Dockets were opened at the Fish Hook SAPS and the charges are being followed up,” says Lourens.
The Ghost Squad also conducted a sting operation in Sacks Circle and Modder dam Road, Bellville, and in Sea Point, Camps Bay and Clifton, concentrating on reckless driving. Twenty nine cars were suspended from being operated on the road because of faulty brakes, smooth tires and illegal or no number plates fitted. Seventeen motorists were charged for not wearing their safety belts and 92 speeding cases were recorded, with the highest speed being 117km/h in a 60km/h zone.
Three hundred and eighty-nine vehicles were checked for outstanding warrants and 15 drivers were warned to appear in Court.
Issued by: Communication Department, City of Cape Town
Media enquiries: Merle Lourens, Tel: 021 918 2572 or Cell: 072 200 1512
Kevin Jacobs, Tel: 021 980 1257 or Cell: 083 264 9661
Mayor's Road Show
Mayor of Cape Town, Dan Plato will be at the Alphen Centre, Constantia on 29 October between 19h00 and 20h30 as part of his road show.
please diarise this event, and come along to meet your mayor.
please diarise this event, and come along to meet your mayor.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
We all have a future here in Cape Town - by Anel Lewis
The pristine high walls and security entrances of Strawbery Lane, Constantia do not reveal much about the vibrant community that once lived there, growing flowers and vegetables before they were forcibly removed 38 years ago.
But about 250 former residents, and their children and grandchildren, on Thursday reclaimed the upmarket suburb's street to celebrate the unveiling of a commemorative plaque by Mayor Dan Plato.
The plaque honours the "people of colour" who lived in the area before the Group Areas Act forced them out, scattering them to the dusty, barren suburbs of Mitchells Plain, Manenberg and Lotus River.
anel.lewis@inl.co.za
This breaking news flash was supplied exclusively to iol.co.za by the news desk at our sister title, Cape Times.
But about 250 former residents, and their children and grandchildren, on Thursday reclaimed the upmarket suburb's street to celebrate the unveiling of a commemorative plaque by Mayor Dan Plato.
The plaque honours the "people of colour" who lived in the area before the Group Areas Act forced them out, scattering them to the dusty, barren suburbs of Mitchells Plain, Manenberg and Lotus River.
anel.lewis@inl.co.za
This breaking news flash was supplied exclusively to iol.co.za by the news desk at our sister title, Cape Times.
Springtime in Constantia Hills
These photographs were taken by local resident, Pat Tudsbury. They are of the field on corner Cushat and Soetvlei Avenues... We don't need to go to Darling to see the daisies. Pat advised that one wears gum-boots - the grass is quite long.
Val Deuchar and the Daisies.
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