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12 June 2010 – 10 July 2010

Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB)”Port Elizabeth” is proud to host 8 games during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

12 June – 13:30  Korea Republic vs Greece
15 June – 16:00  Côte d’Ivoire vs Portugal
18 June – 13:30 Germany vs Serbia
21 June – 16:00 Chile vs Switzerland
23 June – 16:00 Slovenia vs England
26 June – 16:00 Round of 16: Team 1A vs Team 2B
02 July – 16:00 Quarter-finals    
10 July – 20:30 Play-off for third place     

Accommodation: Nelson Mandela Bay “Port Elizabeth” at Homeleigh Halt Guest House/Bed & Breakfast.

BRIDGESTONE PRODUCTION CARS TO SIZZLE IN PE

2010 is panning out to be a spectacular season for the Bridgestone Production Car Championship. Although the entries are a bit down from previous years, the racing is more action packed than ever and much of the same is expected at Aldo Scribante (PE) on 1 May.

Following the postponement of the Phakisa event, round three of the Bridgestone Production Car Championship will take place in Port Elizabeth on 1 May 2010 and Audi Motorsport will be looking to maximize their home ground advantage.

The 2009 outing to Aldo Scribante yielded very favourable results for Audi Motorsport with the three times Class A champions taking a race win and four podium finishes.

Audi Motorsport’s 2010 driver line-up includes three multiple South African Champions, two of whom reside in the Mandela Metropolitan.
A “double points” victory at Killarney a month ago has given Johan Fourie and his IndyOil crew the boost that they needed to get back into the Bridgestone Production Car Championship fight. The team will hoping that their Cape Town success will be repeated in Port Elizabeth on 1 May 2010.

Aldo Scribante is Johan’s home away from home. Whilst he resides in Cape Town, his racing team is based in PE. The team does a fair amount of testing at the tight and twisty circuit and this is clearly evident in their race results. Johan has achieved three podium finishes in the last four races held at Aldo Scribante.

 Be sure not to miss the action on Saturday 1 May 2010.

Visit the Bridgestone Production Cars Media site - flick “click” the Regs switch to obtain a copy of the Time Table for Saturday.

Accommodation Port Elizabeth: Homeleigh Halt Guest House, Walmer.

South Africans can now finally offer this simple and easy to use payment option.

Currently our currency ( South African ZAR) is not one of the listed currencies, however, payments required will be quoted in USD.

PayPal offers online users a secure service through which to engage in online transactions, allowing users to send and receive funds from other users in any participant PayPal country.

According to PayPal the platform offers a “safer, easier way to pay and get paid online. The service allows anyone to pay in any way they prefer, including through credit cards, bank accounts, buyer credit or account balances, without sharing financial information.”

Homeleigh Halt Guest House has a PayPal account so our international visitors can safely and securely pay for their accommodation.

Bed & Breakfast at Homeleigh Halt Guest House in Port Elizabeth.

The South Africa National anthem pulls together two anthems, five languages – and over 47 million people.

Enoch Sontonga (1873-1905) is the composer of Nkosi Sikelel‘ iAfrica (God Bless Africa), which has been part of the South African national anthem since 1994. He was born in Uitenhage in the Eastern Cape.

It was also the official African National Congress (ANC) anthem and is still the national anthem of Tanzania and Zambia.

KNOW OUR ANTHEM

Nkosi sikelel’ iAfrika
Maluphakanyisw’ uphondo lwayo,
Yizwa imithandazo yethu,
Nkosi sikelela, thina lusapho lwayo.

Morena boloka setjhaba sa heso,
O fedise dintwa la matshwenyeho,
O se boloke, O se boloke setjhaba sa heso,
Setjhaba sa South Afrika – South Africa.

Uit die blou van onse hemel,
Uit die diepte van ons see,
Oor ons ewige gebergtes,
Waar die kranse antwoord gee.

Sounds the call to come together,
And united we shall stand,
Let us live and strive for freedom,
In South Africa our land.

Accommodation Port Elizabeth South Africa at Homeleigh Halt Guest House

South Africans are proud of their banknotes: not only are they politically neutral, but they also give fair representation to all 11 official languages.  The design of the banknotes, issued by the South African Reserve Bank, drew inspiration from the wildlife of southern Africa, the main motifs across the series being the Big Five – a distinctly South African theme.  Highly regarded internationally as both beautiful and secure, the banknotes carry some of the world’s most advanced security features.

• Main Motif: As a design feature, each note contains one of the Big Five, with a smaller grouping of the same animal to the left.  (Spotting the Big Five : Rhinoceros, elephant, lion, buffalo and leopard)
• Watermark: A security feature, when held up to the light, the banknote reveals a shadow picture of the main motif and the denomination numeral.
• Geometric Shape: An aid for the partially blind, each banknote contains a different geometric shape.
• Diamond Shapes: A feature for the blind, each banknote contains diamond shapes in raised printing. 1 diamond equals R10; 2 diamonds equal R20; 3 diamonds equal R50; 4 diamonds equal R100; and 5 diamonds equal R200.
• Intaglio Printing (raised printing): A security feature, the ink in the main and secondary motifs, the diamond shapes and the words “South African Reserve Bank” stand proud of the paper, giving the banknote a rough feel.

Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast, Port Elizabeth, South Africa: Homeleigh Halt Guest House

28 April 2010 : Port Elizabeth

These two giants of South African rugby, need no introduction. From their presence on the rugby field, to presenting rugby or to their antics on Oor Die Kole – these two celebrities remain “A MUST SEE”

Kobus Wiese
Kobus played 135-games for Transvaal, & 32-games for the Springboks including the victorious 1995 World Cup Final.
In 1996 Kobus established Wiesenhof Coffees. Today Kobus has 43 stores in operation. In between, his hectic schedule, Kobus is also a Sports Presenter on MNet, and a very sought after Motivational Speakers and Master Of Ceremonies.

However, his antics on “Oor Die Kole” together with his friend Toks – are just hilarious.

Toks Van Der Linde
At 6Ft 5in, Toks was one of the “BIG” Springkok Props. A mammoth of a man, with a personality that is just as ‘BIG”. Toks was known for his no-nonsense approach & played more than 200-games for Western Province.

Today, Toks is enjoying a successful career in business – working as the Brand Manager for CIPLA South Africa. Additionally, Toks is a Sports Presenter for the Varsity Cup & is full of fun antics as co-host on Oor Die Kole.

The PE Event is to be held at the re-opening of the Grand Hotel. The Grand Hotel is currently being revamped & being brought back to its former glory,
 
The Despatch event is at the Ernst Swanepoel Hall.

BOOKINGS

041 373 0908
or
desi10@axxess.co.za

TICKET PRICE
R350 Per Person

Ticket prices includes: “Spit Braai” and an “Open Bar”

“Open Bar” includes all you can drink Castle Draught, Castle Light, Brandy, Whisky, Rum, Gin, Cane, Wine & Cooldrinks.

Accommodation: Port Elizabeth, South Africa – Homeleigh Halt Guest House

Click Here to Follow Live Coverage of the Redhouse River Mile on 27 February 2010.

The 2010 SPAR Redhouse River Mile, Africa’s oldest open water swimming event, which is taking place over the weekend of 27/28 February is being moved to Cannonville on the Sundays River due to dangerously high levels of pollution in the Swartkops River.

Started in 1924, the event is celebrating its 86th anniversary and organisers, Zports, have indicated that the change in venue will not affect their ability to host another world class event, with the 2010 event carrying the highest prize money ever for the River Mile.

Over R26,000 in cash will be up for grabs over the weekend as well as medals, free hydration drinks and lucky draw prizes which include 4 Vuka Scuta motor bikes.

South African Olympian Chad Ho has confirmed that he will be coming to defend the title he won last year but is expecting strong local competition from Axxess DSL Ocean Racing Series leaders Frank Greeff and Chris van de Sande. Ladies defending champion, Dominique Dryding, from the Western Cape has also confirmed that she will be at the River Mile at the end of Febuary.

The program of events scheduled for Sunday’s River will kick offon Saturday morning with the Discovery off-roader, an off-road triathlon style event which has been established to raise funds for various projects run by the Rotary Club of Port Elizabeth Sunrise. Visitors to the event will be entertained in the Castle Lite Beer Garden and many vendors will be at the event to supply eats.

Sunday’s program kicks off at 12 noon with the Nando’s kids preliminary 10 and under and 12 and under swim races across the river. This will be followed by a celebrity Swim Challenge where the winner will get R1000 cash to donate to a charity of their choice, the Ladies Mile will be at 13h30 and the finale, the Men’s Mile starts at 14h30.

Entry forms can be obtained from all Eastern Cape SPAR outlets and all leading sports stores. Completed entry forms can be handed in at Zports House, News Cafe (Boardwalk), Triangle Sports, Brian Band Sports (PE) or Brockett Sports (Uitenhage). All participants entering online will qualify for a free Redhouse River Mile t-shirt when entering and paying before the 3rd February. See http://www.redhouserivermile.co.za/ for further information or to register. Late entries will be accepted at race registration on Saturday 27th, with a late entry fee being charged. A double late entry fee will apply for entries taken on race day.

Live coverage on the day is provided by MyPE. (MyPE.co.za)

(MyPE coverage of the Redhouse River Mile)

Accommodation is available at Homeleigh Halt Guest House in Walmer, Port Elizabeth.

SA Open: History

 The year 1903 is recognised as the official birth of the South African Open Championship. It was first played for in 1893 but was really only a series of exhibition matches between very few professionals. But in 1903 the championship was contested over 36 holes in Port Elizabeth.

On 5 June 2008 Humewood Golf Club was dealt a bitter blow  when it was announced that SA Airways had pulled the plug on their sponsorship of the country‘s biggest golf tournament, the SA Open.

Following the huge success of the South African Open at Humewood in 2006, which saw record crowds line the fairways of the links, SAA announced that it would bring the championship back to Humewood in 2010.

We look forward to seeing Golf enthusiasts from all over the country line the Humewood links course once again in 2010.

After an exciting days golf viewing, relax beside the pool or recap the days events in “the boma” around a glowing fire, at Homeleigh Halt.

Accommodation in Port Elizabeth, South Africa at Homeleigh Halt Guest House which is a pleasant 14 km drive from the Humewood Golf Course.

The Korea Republic National Team is set to play a practice match against Bay United at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Thursday, 14 January 2010.

The practice match, scheduled to start at 11:00 forms part of the Korea Republic’s Training camp in South Africa which will also see them playing against Zambia at the Rand Stadium on Saturday 9 January 2010 and against Platinum Stars at the Royal Bofokeng Stadium on Tuesday,12 January 2010.
 
Having qualified for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Korea Republic is using this training camp as an opportunity to get acquainted with local conditions ahead of the World Cup kick-off. As one of the teams drawn to play at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, this will also put them in good stead come the World Cup.
 
The team will land at our Airport on Wednesday, 13 January 2010 at 14:30.

Football/soccer lovers in general (Bay United Fans!) are encouraged to go to the Airport and welcome our visitors. Supporters are also encouraged to write friendly welcoming messages on placards and posters for the Koreans.

Korean Greetings:

Entrance to the match is free and  soccer lovers from all over the Bay are encouraged to bring their flags and vuvuzelas to the stadium to create a jovial and festive atmosphere.
Schools can also make arrangements for their soccer teams to go watch the game.
 
VIVA 2010!

KOREAN GREETINGS – meeting personally
Initial Meetings

When being introduced to a Korean person for the first time, it is custom to shake their hand and bow at the same time. The right hand is always used to shake with, while the left hand either helps the right hand or touches the right arm near the elbow. Instead of pumping the hand of the person one is meeting, most just clasp hands momentarily while bowing slightly at the waist.

Verbal greeting while this is being done: An-yung-ha-say-oh (literally “It goes peacefully”).

Among Koreans, it is very important that the left hand help in the hand shake by touching the right hand or the elbow. Using two hands when shaking hands, giving a glass of water or receiving something from another person shows respect. But don’t worry if you forget about doing this…Koreans understand that foreigners are not familiar with this concept.

KOREAN PHRASES
Meeting People
Nice to meet you = BAN-GAP SUP-NEE-DA
You’re welcome : gwaench’ansumnida
My name is : che irumun imnida
I come from : ch’onun e so watsumnida
Transport
I want to get off here : yogiyae naeryojuseyo
I want to go to : e kago shipsumnida
Take me to my hotel : hotel-lo gap-see-da
Accomodation
May I see the room?: pang’ul polsu issoyo?
Do you have anything cheaper?: tossan kot sun opsumnigga?
Please give me my key: yolse jom juseyo
Where is the bathroom : byun-soh uh-dee-yip-nee-ga
Food
Restaurant: shikdang
I’m vegetarian: ch’aeshik juwi imnida
The menu, please: menyurul poyo juseyo
The bill please: kyesanso juseyo
In a shop
How much does it cost?: olmayeyo?
That’s too expensive: nomu pissayo
Can I have a discount?: chim ssage juseyo

Some handy Korean Phrases to cut out and keep.

Centrestage never fail to delight and have a host of shows lined up to get you bouncing into the new year energised with their magnetic performances.

2010 January

6 January – “Don’t bore us – get to the CHORUS!” – Boardwalk – Computicket

7 January – “The 80’s GLORY DAYS!” – Boardwalk – Computicket

8 January – “Absolutely ABBA!” – Boardwalk – Computicket

9 January – “The Centrestage Extravaganza with Escape!” – Boardwalk – Computicket -

27 January – 6 February – “Rocking through the DECADES” – Guild  Theatre, East London -  For bookings phone: 043 743 0704

For online bookings through  Computicket visit their website. Click here for a link to Computicket

 2010 – February

27 January – 6 February – “Rocking through the DECADES” – Guild Theatre,  East London – 043 743 0704

From 23 February –  Port Elizabeth - “Rocking Through the DECADES” – Booking through Computicket.

In the audiovisual company of comedian Rob Van Vuuren, Centrestage takes you on a time travelling trip through the different musical styles, right back to the Hop in the fifties as they recreate the Shanana-styled Doo Wop sound, before visiting the innocence of Cliff Richard and the Shadows in the early 60’s. Elvis put a sexier spin on rock n roll in his ‘come-back special’ before the Beatles embraced psychedelia. We trace the signature 70’s rock of Boston, Toto, Led Zeppelin and ZZ Top, before taking a re-look at the fun side of the 80’s with brand new inclusions such as Break My Stride, One Night in Bangkok, Mr Robato, Der Kommisar, Safety Dance and others. We then move to the 90’s as the boyband sound gained prominence, as the boyband Escape takes us full circle before arriving right back to celebrate some of the current chart topping favourites.

Rocking Through the Decades is an all-new fun musical celebration from the Centrestage All-Star showband.

 Centrestage are offering the most amazing opportunity to  organisations to help them with their fundraising efforts through their “Rocking Through the Decades” shows. For further details visit their website.

Kick start your fundraising efforts with Centrestage!

 Coming in from out of town –  spend the night at Homeleigh Halt Guest House.