'Moustache Season is upon us, so I've decided to register for Movember and embrace the hair of the wild. I've pledged to cultivate a genuine 100% face grown moustache for 30 days to raise awareness and funds for men's health, specifically prostate cancer.

Now, I'm on the hunt for fellow trusty and fearless pioneers to join me by signing up to my team. Together we can change the face of men's health.

To join my Movember team go to https://www.movember.com/za/register/details/team_id/315922

The more people we can get to become Citizens of Movember, the more lives we can impact. You can either grow a moustache as a Mo Bro, or join as a Mo Sista to show your support and help recruit other Mo growers to the team.


Once registered, Movember will send you all the information you need to raise funds and start raising awareness for men's health as part of my Movember team.
If you'd like to find out more about the type of work you'd be helping to fund by supporting Movember, take a look at the Programmes We Fund section on the Movember website: http://za.movember.com/about

Please join me at https://www.movember.com/za/register/details/team_id/315922

Please feel free to invite as many other Mo Bros to join.'

Come on guys, this is a fun way to support a great cause.

Dave says, 'Join my Movember Team - Hilton Hairies.'

Thanks to Dave for sharing!

October is rose month and Lindsay's arch is looking delightful! Pop in to Lindsay's at the Lower Quarry Centre to enjoy great cooking and order your Glazed Gammon at R110.00 per kg, a Christmas cake or Mince pies. Lindsay is taking orders early so you can get in before she sells out.

You may also be in time to book the restaurant for your Christmas function or order a platter to go. Linsday has a special magic and everthing she prepares hits the spot, just what you need when the demands of the festive season become more then you can cope with.

Hilton College held Speech Day on Thursday 20 October. The Guest Speaker was Charles Yeats (Head Boy in 1974), author, lecturer and a Hiltonian who was jailed as a conscientious objector during the time of conscription.

In the photograph above are Charles Yeats, Marc Train (Deputy Head Boy 2011), Gavin Thomson (Headmaster), Mark Burman (Head Boy 2011), Yann LeClezio (Chairman of the Board of Governors).

News supplied by Hilton College

What an overwhelming response was received for the Annual Hilton Food and Wine Fair, held on 16 September, at the Protea Hotel Hilton.

With a vast range of tantalizing wines, as well a delicious spread of snacks and food samples, in a more spacious setting, the evening was vibrant and festive. The lucky draw prizes were received with much delight, and the main Spar Raffle, a Wine Fridge - filled with wine, was won by Elly Hooper, a local interior designer.

To Quarry Spar and Kwik Spar 'Rodney, Mark, Alan and your whole team: A Huge Thank you for all your support to Hilton Pre-Primary. It is invaluable as always.

To The Protea Hotel Hilton ' Jean-Claude, Craig and all your staff: What a perfect venue for such an evening. The background support was impeccable. Nothing we asked for was too much trouble, and the staff went out of their way to accommodate us.

We would especially like to thank Knight Force for the efficient and polite security guards which they gave to us for the evening.

To the Hilton Pre-Primary Fundraising committee, headed by Jean Allen, and assisted by Denise' Plaatjies, Diaan Bromley, Trudi Moran, Debbie Whitley, and all the parents who helped where they could. For all the months of beforehand planning and co-ordinating, organizing sponsors to donate prizes, setting up beforehand, running the evening so smoothly.

And saving the best for last ' to all of you in the community, and greater area, that supported us on the evening, THANK YOU! Your support has been overwhelming and without all of you the evening would not be possible.

We hope you have already saved the date for next years Food and Wine Evening. Same time, same place, same atmosphere - We look forward to spending the evening with you.

In 2010, 12 Conservancies in the KZN Midlands got together to form the Midlands Conservancy Forum (MCF) to share ideas, knowledge and discuss common challenges. Working together will support those who are facing daunting tasks and offer advice to the newer conservancies, too. Learning from one another is a vital component of the new forum, as everyone has different experiences to share. The MCF area extends from World's View, Winterskloof and uMgenyane Conservancies in the South to Kamberg and Hlatikulu in the North West.

The aim of the Midlands Conservancies Forum is to facilitate and coordinate the activities of a coalition of KZN Midlands conservancies, focussing on biodiversity conservation, which will ensure long-term environmental sustainability in the area.

Gareth Boothway, the project manager, is relishing the task of ensuring that the four areas (Dargle, Karkloof, Fort Nottingham and Umgenyane) which are currently in the process of having land proclaimed under the Biodiversity Stewardship Programme, are officially conserved for biodiversity. Thereafter, he will work on expanding the existing area and creating Biodiversity Corridors.

MCF has just been granted $154 000 by CEPF to carry out these tasks. See www.midlandsconservancies.org.za for more information.

Following their participation in the National Science Olympiad in September this year, Gareth Obery and Ross Lewis (both Grade 9 pupils at Hilton College) have been selected as members of the South African Team to participate in the 8th International Junior Science Olympiad. The event will be held in Durban during the period 1 ' 10 December 2011. About 300 students from close to 50 countries will compete in the International Junior Science Olympiad.

Pictured on the left are Gareth Obery and Ross Lewis

Thank you Hilton College for sharing all your news!

BrainTrain in Hilton, had a busy third term. On top of exams and school work, we had to prepare for the Sunday Tribune Garden and Leisure Show.

A HUGE thank you to Shirley Dalton, who orchestrated the BrainTrain Stand! We are pleased to say that we won a silver medal in the category: Feature Garden - Schools! Well done everybody, thank you so much for all your hard work! Please visit the BrainTrain Facebook page to view pictures.

Pictured on the left are some of the Seedlings Montessori Pre-scholars singing their ode to the Hilton Daisy.

They are from left to right: Roxy Richmond, Klara Steenkamp, Oliver Cornelius, Milan Michaux, Anna Prentice & Thomas Prentice, Isobel Armstrong, Harry Vickery, Louise Hay & her little brother, Matthew

With the help of a Seedlings Montessori parent on the eco-committee, Karen Zunckel, a visit was arranged for Seedlings Montessori Pre-school and Hilton Pre-Primary Grade Rs to see our very beautiful and endangered Hilton Daisy at Queen Elizabeth Park.

It was with much excitement and anticipation that the children arrived on Friday 14th October to look for the flowers. The Hilton Daisy (Gerbera aurantiaca) is a beautifully vivid red flower that gets its name from the village of Hilton where it is endemic. The children discovered them amongst a great many more wild flowers at the Queen Elizabeth Park site and were so delighted to see the 'real thing' as they had only seen photographs before.

As preparation for the visit the children had been introduced to a set of discussion cards using photographs of the daisy, its seeds, the brown hairy monkey beetles that help pollinate it and pictures of the flowers in the wild. They had learnt a special song about the Hilton Daisy as young children internalise information more readily if it is introduced in different ways. They had spoken about what it means if something is endangered and how important it is for us to be aware and help protect such things. There was a little series of vases of flowers on the nature shelf with labels above them saying 'We can pick these flowers

Grace College celebrated their Valediction Service on Wednesday, 19 October 2011 in Hilton. This occasion is used to reflect on and thank the current Matric class for their contribution to the life of our School. The guest speaker, Dr. Mark Manley, addressed the pupils on timeless virtues. Mrs. Manley presented the Grade 12 pupils with their various awards.

The Dux Trophy was awarded to Brendan Ball and the Headmaster's Trophy (For living out our School's motto My utmost for His Highest in every area of school life), to Kerry-Lee Black.

Grace College would like to take this opportunity to wish all the Matrics the very best for their final exams.

Pictured right from left to right: Dr. Mark Manley (Guest speaker); Kerry-Lee Black (awarded with the Headmaster's Trophy); Mr. Sean Moore (Headmaster) and Brendan Ball (2011 Dux).

On Thursday 27 October, the world's current top all-round cricketer, Jacques Kallis, visited Hilton College. Jacques had a question and answer session with the boys and staff in the Theatre and this was followed by tea with this great legend, for all the school's cricket captains and the 1st XI at the Cameron Pavilion.

Jacques commented that he has had immense joy and satisfaction from playing for South Africa. He said that there are some very promising young cricketers coming through the ranks and that South African cricket is in good hands in the future.

The boys thoroughly enjoyed his address and the opportunity to ask questions of this great legend.

Pictured on the left is the Hilton College 1st XI with Jacques Kallis

Get a head start on your Christmas shopping at the Howick Hospice Festive Fair on Saturday the 29th October 2011 from 09h00 till 13h00.
There will be STALLS GALORE, including;

9am - Hans the Clown
11am - Robbie the Robot
Face painting & kids fun
10am Howick High Jazz Band

Cake sale, food, tea garden
Xmas goodies, plants, books

Outside stallholdersThere will be a R5 entrance fee payable and if you'd like more information you are welcome to call Kate on 033 330 5257.

''Stop in and join us for honest food, authentic beer and great company'' - Old Main Brewery

Do you want to take a minute out of the rush of your everyday life to stop, sit back, relax and enjoy life's simple pleasures? Then Old Main Brewery is the place you need to be.

Part of the Midlands Meander, Old Main Brewery is located in Hilton at the old Crossways Hotel. It's the perfect environment to enjoya wood burning fire,sip on a crisp, cold beer, and enjoy our authentic country cuisine. We offer an honest 'English Pub' experience, where you walk in and feel at home whether you are wanting a quick pub meal or prefer to settle in for the afternoon with family or friends and enjoy each others company.

Old Main Brewery is not only an authentic English pub ' but also boasts numerous other facilities such as a beer garden, bistro, and a function hire area ' all built around a working micro-brewery. Look out for local and seasonal specials on the bistro menu.

Old Main Brewery is the brainchild of local businessman, Rob Mitchell who is CEO of the RD Mitchells franchise group. Together with the brewmaster, he has developed a range of exclusive, small batch beer namely: Foxx Lager, Honeybadger Imperial Stout and 1806 Real Ale. These brands are fast becoming popular choices at Old Main Brewery and are an absolute must for all new comers.

The company has numerous other brand's and site's available for those interested in becoming part of the dynamic and rewarding hospitality industry.

Do not be alarmed if you spot some diminutive, yet dangerous looking characters about Hilton village this afternoon. It's the Grade 3 Pirate Day at Laddsworth Primary School and luckily for us all the only Booty they are after will be the treats on the Cake Sale tables.

Enjoy the slideshow below, thanks to Laddsworth for sharing.


















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The recent publicity regarding concern about severe damage caused by motorbike riding in the conservancy plantations appearing in this and other newspapers and forums seems to have had the desired effect as the number of motorcyclists abusing the conservancy area appears to be subsiding.

The damage caused by motorbikes is severe ' it is even visible on Google Earth! On the 8th October World's View Conservancy (WVC) members, with the assistance of Ezemvelo's Thurlow Honorary Officers, held a policing exercise, the objective being to patrol the plantation area informing and warning any erring visitors ' motorcyclists, game hunters, people littering or dumping etc ' and generally noting any damage or areas requiring attention. The officers spoke to several people, most of whom said they were not aware of the restrictions within the conservancy area. Afterward members enjoyed a braai at the view-site picnic area where it was noted that the area was clean and litter free ' hats off to Umngeni Municipality....As darkness fell WVC members undertook the first official game count, noting position and other information of various animals and birdlife. This will be repeated annually.

WVC are holding a clean-up of the World's View outlook-site on Saturday 29th October starting at 07h30. The intention is to clean up the gardens, removing alien vegetation and litter plus repairing nearby motorbike damage. Afterwards, at about 10h30, a bring and braai will be held for members and other interested people ' fires will be provided. Anyone interested in helping to beautify one of Pietermaritzburg's treasures is invited to come along ' please bring along garden tools, a black rubbish bag, your picnic and hear more about the aims of the World's View Conservancy. Membership forms will be available.

James Bezuidenhout (a Grade 9 pupil at Hilton College) has recently been representing the South African Paralympics Team in Brazil.  The South African Team finished 4th with all the South American Teams as well as USA and UK Teams participating.  James swam personal bests in the following events; 100m freestyle, 400m freestyle and 100m backstroke.

James was placed 7th in the 100m freestyle, 4th in the 400m freestyle and set a new SA Men's record, and was placed 3rd (bronze medal) in the 100m backstroke and set a new SA Men's Open record.  This is an outstanding achievement and he now has a chance of representing his country at next year's Paralympics which take place in London.

Pictured above on the left is James Bezuidenhout

News submitted by Hilton College

Dr. David Klatzow presented the annual Basil Crews Memorial Science Lecture on Friday 14 October 2011. He is an independent forensic scientist and has worked on a number of high profile cases in South Africa over the years. He recently released his book Steeped in Blood. The title of his talk was "Forensic Science... How to Bungle a Murder Investigation."

He also recently launched his book Steeped In Blood:

The following is copied from the Exclusive Books webpage review:
Bloody crimes of passion, political assassinations, sinister poisonings, investment fraud and mass mining disasters ... Dr David Klatzow has seen it all. During his extraordinary twenty-six-year career as South Africa's foremost independent forensic scientist, he has investigated countless high-profile and notorious cases.

Steeped in Blood provides gripping accounts of dozens of these matters, including the infamous deaths of Brett Kebble and Inge Lotz, the Helderberg aeroplane crash and the frustrating investigations of the brutal apartheid years. From the Gugulethu Seven and Trojan Horse massacres to the assassination of David Webster, Klatzow's investigations reveal his fierce determination to unveil the truth in spite of overwhelming state obstructions, police bungling and cover-ups. Unfazed by controversy and unwilling to accept no for an answer, Klatzow's tenacity, fearlessness and forensic know-how are used to brilliant effect in these fascinating cases.

This book exposes a demanding and sinister world where the rewards are equalled only by the frustrations, and where the truth is always elusive. But the truth is out there, and David Klatzow will find it.

The talk was attended by Hilton College boys, staff and members of the public. Dr. Klatzow focused on two recent high profile cases in South Africa with particular focus on the mistakes made by police officers on the scene of the crime. By all accounts the talk was well received by all, with requests from many boys to have Dr. Klatzow return to the school again soon.

Pictured above from left are Tracey MacKenzie (HOD Life Sciences), David Klatzkow, Trevor van Niekerk (HOD Physical Science)

Article supplied by Hilton College

Debbie Coombes and Angie Muggleton are two dedicated mums and enthusiastic teachers, putting all their years of experience into opening a Pre-School in Hilton.  Hilltops Pre-School will be operating from behind the Rotunda and will be open for registration by the end of October 2011.  The school motto 'Freshly Grown Kids.