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Reflections on Wheelchair Wednesday Initiative

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I've never been someone who only waxes lyrical, despite the fact that I studied to be a lawyer - and that's why I completely endorse initiatives that prioritise action over apathy. The Wheelchair Wednesday project is one of those ideas that dispels inertia and prioritises activity. As a brainchild of our very own Association for Persons with Disabilities (APD), the Wheelchair Wednesday campaign is about highlighting the challenges experienced by people with disabilities, particularly those who are wheelchair-bound. By using high profile industry leaders to elevate the needs of people …

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First SA 2014 Elections votes set to be cast tonight

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South Africans living in New Zealand will be the first to cast their votes at 9pm South African time as voting abroad begins. The first votes in the 2014 national elections will be cast today as voters abroad begin voting at South African missions around the world. "Some 406 South Africans, who successfully registered to vote at the South African High Commission in Auckland, New Zealand, will be the first to vote when polling opens at 7am on 30 April 2014 - which is 9pm tonight South African time,"  said the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) on Tuesday. They will be followed by …

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First Millwright Apprenticeship graduates

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In a first for Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA), production employees with no formal qualifications have successfully undergone training on one of the most sought-after fields in the manufacturing sector. The first 12 Millwright apprentices recently graduated from the Millwright Apprenticeship programme, which was introduced in 2010 through VWSA's Technical Learning Academy (TLA). A Millwright Apprenticeship is a highly sought-after skills training programme which focuses on installing and maintaining electrically automated industrial machinery. A Millwright's work involves …

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A sailing spectacle in the middle of Port Elizabeth

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The recent World First Interclub Dinghy Sailing Regatta which took place from 26 to 28 April 2014 and contested on Port Elizabeth's North End Lake was won by the Algoa Bay Yacht Club. Of the 38 competitors that sailed in the three day regatta ABYC fielded 26 sailors, Redhouse Yacht Club 9 and Rhodes Sailing Club 3. The deck at the EP Powerboat club was thronged with spectators enjoying the sunshine, Fanta Browns and other frothy stuff as the sailors sailed 7 races over the three days. Regular fisherman watched gape mouthed as sailors whizzed past their lines. Braai fires dotted the shores …

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What Port Elizabeth Blogs say on 29 April 2014

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I remember … - edlunnon.wordpress.com04/29/2014Halfway House Kimberley more... Reflecting Boardwalk lights - portelizabethdailyphoto.blogspot.com04/28/2014The lights of the Boardwalk Complex and Hotel in the background reflects in the lake at night more... I remember … - edlunnon.wordpress.com04/28/2014Kimberley is the home of South African diamonds, the Big Hole, an erstwhile conscription base, Pieter-Roux and Heidi du Toit – my hosts; We lost the rugby against EG Jansen There is so much hist more... MyPE features local Port Elizabeth Bloggers. Results provided by PE …

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Port Elizabeth in the News on 29 April 2014

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Crew rescued after watching boat go down - Independent Online - iol.co.za04/28/2014Independent OnlineCrew rescued after watching boat go downIndependent OnlineAround 3am yesterday the Port Elizabeth NSRI launched their Eikos Rescuer IV and Transnet launched their pilot boat Strandlo more... EP Kings lock off to Wales - SPORT24 - sport24.co.za04/28/2014EP Kings lock off to WalesSPORT24Port Elizabeth - Eastern Province Kings lock Rynier Bernardo is set to join the Ospreys on a three-year deal. EP Kings CEO Charl Crous confirmed that Bernardo, 22, wou more... Port Elizabeth news provided …

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Illuminate Ladies Workshop

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Illuminate Life will be hosting monthly workshops for women called Illuminate Ladies. The aim is to equip ladies with tools to live a happy and fulfilled life as well as to create a support system among women both personally and professionally. So, if you have your own business and would like to tell others about it, contact me (details below). There is a special offer available until 21 February 2014. The first event will take place on 8 March 2014. Gift vouchers are up for grabs, snacks to be enjoyed and a fun time to relax and enjoy turning your fear into fuel. New Classified Ad …

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Coalition Consult

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We develop Business, Marketing, Sales and Route to Market strategies and action plans as well as cost optimisation implementations. Please phone for more details. Looking forward to building a better business with you. Click here for contact info........ MyPE actively promotes 041 based businesses - see more Port Elizabeth business and products here. …

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Young Port Elizabethan driver tops

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Daniel Rowe, a 20 year-old HMS (Human Movement Science) student at NMMU (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University) is the first Port Elizabethan to lead the Engen Volkswagen Cup championship since series champions Tschops Sipuka and Michael Stephen in the mid-2000s. Engen Volkswagen Cup is part of the national Super Series which competes at Aldo Scribante Raceway on Saturday, 3 May, round three of the national season. The single-make Engen Volkswagen Cup is one of the perennial favourites in the line-up due to its close racing and tough battles. Rowe is currently in his second season of …

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Sailing on North End Lake

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The Algoa Bay Yacht Club in partnership with the EP Powerboat Club hosted a world first sailing regatta on the North End Lake in the shadow of the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium from 26 to 28 April 2014. This Go Pro time lapse recording was taken of the first race on the last day of the regatta. http://youtu.be/65d12bfOUDQ Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE Videos. …

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Major job creation award for Coega

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The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has been recognised for its empowerment efforts after being awarded the Job Creation Award at the 13th Annual Oliver Empowerment Awards at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg on Friday evening. The CDC was also one of four recipients of a RAIZCORP bursary to the value of R250 000. The bursary is to be awarded to a black business owner from the CDC's supply chain. "We are honoured to have received this award as recognition for all our hard work. We long ago decided that we would not be an island of excellence in a sea of inequality in the Eastern Cape," …

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Head to Scribante for some door-bashing action

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The Engen Volkswagen Cup championship heads to the Friendly City for some decidedly robust racing action on Saturday, 3 May. The field of Volkswagen Polo Vivo race cars has had five weeks to straighten panels, knock out the dents and replace side mirrors since their second championship round at Killarney. With the season shaping up to be a hotly contested one, it is likely the racers will leave the Port Elizabeth round with a bit more work to do on their cars. Following the first two events, Port Elizabeth racer Daniel Rowe (11 – Ferodo Racing) has amassed the most points to lead the …

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Production car racing moves to PE

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The Bridgestone Production Car Championship moves to Port Elizabeth for round three of the Super Series on Saturday, 3 May. The fight for points has built in intensity with the Port Elizabeth event promising to be the most challenging yet. Four Audi S4 quattro racers will take to the track, two of whom are right at the front of the pack and leading the national championship. At Killarney, round two of the season, PE's Michael Stephen (A1 - Engen Xtreme) wrestled the lead away from Gennaro Bonafede (A32 - Audi Sasolracing). Stephen now enters his home event seven points ahead - but …

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‘James Bond’ on North End Lake

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Almost like a visit from James Bond - watch as this rider rises out of the 'mist' from the waters of the North End Lake on his flyboard. The Flyboard was invented in spring 2011 by a French watercraft rider, Franky Zapata. He built many prototypes before perfecting the design which allows the device to climb out of the water and be stable in the air. Watch as our Port Elizabeth rider rises out of the water, chickens out when a boat comes too close and then flies across the water as we see the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in the background. http://youtu.be/jUuNjgK9HMw Creator: …

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Students impress at South African Student Athletics Championships

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The Madibaz have secured a spot in next year's lucrative Varsity Athletics series with an impressive performance at the South African Student Athletics Championships that took place in Pretoria over the weekend. Members of the NMMU team showed their mettle against the top athletes from 29 tertiary institutions to finish seventh overall - one position better than last year. The top eight teams in the championships qualify for the prestigious and widely televised series, which showcases the country's top student track and field stars in four meetings across the country each year. The …

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2 out of 4 for Madibaz Cricket

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After impressive performances in the run-up to the final of the Momentum National Club Cricket Championship, the NMMU-Madibaz once again came unstuck against Tuks at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Monday. Tuks batted first and laid the foundation for a third consecutive title with an imposing score of 316/6 in their 50 overs. In reply, the Madibaz lost early wickets and never fully recovered to be bowled out for 222 in 40 overs - 94 runs short. "We have played in the final four times in the past six years," said Madibaz cricket manager Riaan Osman after his team's second loss in-a-row …

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