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Tucked away in the residential streets of Crafers is Protea Reserve Playground – a brand new, quiet, nature-themed playground with thoughtful accessibility features and lots to do. Review by Claire Davill Protea Reserve is full of natural shade and plenty of wildlife, and the new playground (opened on 2024) reflects that. The central piece of equipment contains a large “stained glass” window filled with animals and vegetation, and the rest of the playground continues the theme. There’s a kookaburra springy seat, spider web with a spider in the centre, and three slides, climbing walls and nets, monkey bars, binoculars and…

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Taking off and putting on your glassesRemove the glasses by holding the temples with both hands, parallel to the sides of the eye and move forward.Placement of glassesWhen removing your glasses temporarily, fold them, first on the left leg and then on the right. Keep the convex side of the glasses facing upwards and the temples downwards to prevent scratches on the lenses.When the glasses are not in use, it is better to wrap them with glasses cloth and put them into the glasses case, CheRing glasses which came with their case, and forbid putting them on the sofa, bedside,…

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South Africans were on edge Thursday as votes trickled in from a tight national election, with early returns showing poor results for the African National Congress, the party that has governed the country for three decades.While official results are not expected before the weekend, projections show that the party, known as the A.N.C., is likely to draw under 50 percent of the vote, down from 57.5 percent in the last election five years ago.That would mean the A.N.C. — for the first time — would need to form a coalition with one or more rival parties in order to stay…

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Hey! Ready to Par-Tee? Hey Caddy West Lakes is the all-weather venue that combines mini-golf with great food and lots of fun! Fun fact about their caddies, they’re not only amazing at helping you on the course, but they are also amazing at throwing parties! The indoor 18 hole mini-golf course will take you on a journey to some amazing destinations around the world! From the bustling streets of New York to the uncharted terrain of Mars, Hey Caddy will take you places. With a private party room and delicious sharing food and platters available, Hey Caddy makes hosting a party…

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Leading the charge is the resurgence of natural stone as the flooring material of choice for outdoor spaces. Homeowners are increasingly gravitating towards the timeless elegance and durability of materials like sandstone, limestone, and slate, eschewing the synthetic alternatives that have long dominated the market. Not only do these natural stones offer a tactile, organic aesthetic, but their ability to withstand the elements makes them an exceptionally practical choice for the unpredictable British weather.Accompanying this surge in natural stone is the growing popularity of the “wild garden” look. Eschewing the rigid, manicured aesthetic of yesteryear, savvy gardeners are embracing a…

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Early voting began in South Africa’s general election Monday, as those who must work on polling day or who have special needs were given a chance to cast their ballots in a poll that could see the end of the political dominance of the African National Congress (ANC), 30 years after Nelson Mandela led it into power.  Around 1.6 million out of the 27.6 million-strong electorate were allowed to cast their ballots early, according to South Africa’s Independent Electoral Commission (IEC).Election agents will visit 624,000 people with mobility issues at home, while essential workers will attend polling stations two days…

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Book Review of Super Dodger Goes to the DocSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written and Illustrated by Lyn Leh Ages 3+ | 32 Pages Publisher: KDP (2024) | ISBN-13: 9798989308583 What to Expect: Pets, helping others, and going to the doctor. After eight previous adventures, Super Dodger is a character readers recognize as a hero with a big personality. However, Super Dodger Goes to the Doc shows readers that even superheroes sometimes need a little help and support. Super Dodger—a superhero cat—is used to helping others, but it’s Super Dodger who needs help today. He has an…

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There’s nothing like a rich, smooth, chocolatey hot chocolate, particularly in the middle of Winter. We’ve put together a list of some of our favourite places where you can go and enjoy a nice hot chocolate and maybe indulge in a little treat on the side. Where to go for hot chocolate around Adelaide: Bracegirdles House of Fine Chocolate With three locations to choose from, here you will find a great selection of chocolatey desserts, truffles and hot chocolate. Read our review Blackwood – 386 Shepherd’s Hill Road | Clarence Gardens – 289 Cross Road | McLaren Vale –  190…

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Back to homepage / Shows / Eye on Africa Issued on: 27/05/2024 – 22:20Modified: 28/05/2024 – 10:25 15:01 EYE ON AFRICA © FRANCE 24 In tonight’s edition: A resident from the besieged Sudanese city of El-Fasher speaks of the fear and frustration that civilians experience while trying to survive amid a civil war. Cameroon’s Rose Leke is a pioneering professor who is in town to be honoured for her work against malaria at the L’Oreal Women in Science awards here in Paris.  And Benin is planning to allow granting citizenship to Afrodescendents.   Read more on related topics:

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