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Normalair Underwater Club plunges with Polar Bear Dive
Science describes the winter solstice as being the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year. In the Southern Hemisphere this typically falls around June 21. So, to mark it, divers of the Emmarentia-based Normalair Underwater Club held their annual Polar Bear Dive. A fitting name, as probably only bears could comfortably handle the cold temperatures of the beloved dam this time of the year. Read more; Whales almost eat divers The day sees divers do more than just enjoy the sport they love; it offers them the opportunity to do a community service, and to clear the dam bed of anything that shouldn't be there. Over the years, dives like these have found many interesting and forgotten objects, however, one might arguably surmise that, among the many treasures that lie within this mostly tranquil town, it is the club that is the real hidden gem. Rich in 63 years of history, this club continues to celebrate and promote the wonder that is scuba diving and free diving, as well as the really interesting sport of underwater hockey. @caxtonjoburgnorth Chairperson of the Normalair Underwater Club Mark Botha on June 21, 2025, as he sits on a bench he helped haul from the dam bed of Emmarentia Dam many years ago. Northcliff EmmarentiaDam ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North – Caxton Joburg North You can find out more about this club, and everything it has accomplished through the years, in one of the Northcliff Melville Times editions. So, be sure to lookout for that copy. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
04-06-2025
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Greenside Scout troop floats for Kontiki
Held over one weekend in May, is Kontiki, a competition that has Scout troops from all over Gauteng build rafts from drums, ropes, and poles. This was the perfect setting for 1st Greenside Scout Troop to showcase their grit and teamwork. Read more: 1st German Scout Troop stay dry at 2025 KonTiki The troop spent months preparing for this annual event, planning the raft, practicing its construction, and organising necessities, such food and safety equipment. Fifty teams attended the event, which had a team from each troop stay on the raft for 24 hours as they completed various challenges on the water. All this, whilst other Scouts, who assisted in raft construction, took part in events on shore. Also read: Greenside Scout discusses how Scouts changed his life The Emmarentia-based Scout troop came in 13th overall. They also placed fourth overall for team spirit and fifth for raft safety. Scouter Gabriella van Niekerk said this competition teaches Scouts about building rafts, the safety of creating a structure that will float for 24 hours, and engaging with your team. 'The best part of the competition is launching the rafts; it's always exciting. The Friday evening is also very fun. The Scouts build until late in the night, and it is interesting to watch the excitement, and the stress, of the Scouts as they build.' The Scout troop still have more competitions to be excited for this year, such as a few hikes, camps, and other various adventures. Think you'd make a great addition to 1st Greenside Scouts? If so, contact Gabriella van Niekerk: gabriella@ or Wayne van Niekerk: wayne@ for Cubbing, Scouting, or as an adult volunteer. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! Related article: De La Salle Holy Cross College Scouts celebrate Founders Day
