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Parents and teachers spend a lot of time reminding students to practice safety when walking or riding their bikes to school. However, students aren’t the only ones who need to brush up on their safety skills as a new school second term begins. Drivers must reacquaint themselves with safe driving practices, too. While some of […]

Hi All There’s something special about attending a well-organized, company cocktail party. It’s a chance to relax over a couple of drinks after work and meet interesting new people that you would not normally bump into in your busy life. First Capital Bank (Formerly Barclays) invited me, last week, to such an occasion being held […]

Hi All It has long been our “culture” to meet up with a few of our mates at the end of the week to share a few beers or a glass of wine. The resultant banter, as you gradually relax at these social gatherings, is generally good fun. With time most people learn how to  self-discipline and knowing […]

Dear All, I trust this email finds you all well and healthy and looking forward to the new triathlon season !!! Please find attached the 2023-2024 SEASON CALENDAR for your information and planning, it is sincerely hoped that you will ALL join us at Mount Pleasant Pool and other venues  !! Please share the calendar […]

Hi All The month of August is renowned in this part of the world for windy conditions bringing with it the change in season. The 1st September is, thus, traditionally known as the start of Spring. The sunny weather has folks lapsing out of their slothy winter habits to let others know of their intention […]

Hi All, It’s a given thing for dads with sons living in Zimbabwe for the latter to be introduced to the fascinating sport of fishing at an early age. When they’ve grown up not much beats a boys only weekend –sans ladies; sans mates – patiently casting out lines on the Zambezi River hoping to […]

Your car’s engine needs sufficient oil to work properly. Without it, components could seize up, resulting in a large repair bill – or even having to write off your vehicle. What does engine oil do? The dangers of a car oil leak. Oil leaks should be addressed as soon as possible. Leaking oil can catch […]

Peterhouse Astroturf Hockey Pitch Hi All Traditionally school boys entering high school in this country have had to choose a winter sport from either Rugby or Hockey – This nerd chose Chess ending up as school chess champion at the end of Form 1. I then enrolled into boarding school the following year and was […]

It’s cold, you’ve had a battle to get the kids in the car, and now you’re going to be late for the family lunch. You turn onto the road only to get stuck behind a slow driver in the fast lane. You want them to move over or speed up, so you drive a little […]

Women are regarded in the insurance industry as ‘’safer” drivers and less likely to be in a road accident. Even though all motorists need to be alert and cautious, female drivers have to be even more vigilant to avoid falling prey to criminal acts such as hijacking, intimidation, sexual assault or worse. Our women drivers […]

Hi All,    I’ve just returned from a month-long trip to Australia – my first real holiday in many years. I spent good quality time with  both my daughters and young granddaughters in Brisbane and Sydney. I also used the opportunity to have catch-up  coffees with quite a few ex-Zimbos living “Down Under” – most […]

Beyond this shake, beyond this contortion of the human jacket is a soul with purpose, seeking truth, finding strength, accepting courage, having the sweet ability to keep on…. What do these celebrities have in common – Michael J Fox, Mohammed Ali, Linda Ronstadt and Neil Diamond? They all suffer from Parkinson’s disease. It was in […]

Although everyone knows driving is inherently dangerous and the common activity responsible for the most deaths annually,  Some days are more dangerous than others; weekends are associated with an increase in drinking and driving another major element of deadly days on the road is increased driving at night. So, for drivers who are behind the […]

HI All I’m currently “Down Under” for a short stint of those rare Grampa privileges that are preferred on me from time to time. This is my 31st trip to Australia over a period of 20 years. Being a divorced father with kids growing up in the other side of the world has been quite […]

The cold dark mornings have crept back into our daily lives and once again, our cars are bearing the brunt of the cold weather and becoming sluggish as we head deeper into winter. What do you do in the morning when your car won’t start? You should be on your way to a crucial meeting […]

Driving safely in an unfamiliar vehicle or location requires preparation, caution, and a mindful approach. By familiarizing yourself with the vehicle’s controls, planning your route, and adjusting the seat and mirrors for optimal comfort, you can enhance your driving experience. Additionally, knowing the local traffic laws, giving yourself time to acclimate, and planning opportunities to […]

Driving safely is an attitude – not a platitude! One of the more important aspects of driving safety is adopting the mindset that YOU WILL DRIVE SAFELY. As people often say, “It’s all in your mind!” or at least a good portion of “it” is in the way you approach driving. Embracing, improving and maintaining […]

Hi All,   I was brought up as a city slicker and, thus, me and horses have never been one! Back in the day when we guys were out on Patrol we came across, what seemed like, a few old Nags grazing idly in someone’s fields. There was nothing much happening that day so, being […]