Hilton College - In Black & White: Edition 17

In Black & White: Edition 17

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Message from the Chairman

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The second term has passed very quickly, with the Board able to focus on matters of strategy and planning for the future. New initiatives being adopted are two Board sub-committees, for Academics and Sport. These committees will set out Terms of Reference to be approved by the Board, and will deal with setting clear visions for these disciplines, with defined strategies to be actioned. This will serve to give the staff and other stakeholders an opportunity to contribute to the future direction of Hilton College in these important areas.

Two New Judges

Recent appointments within the South African Judiciary have included two Old Hiltonians: Eric Leach (1999) and Rob Griffiths (1970). Judge Leach has been on the Eastern Cape bench for some time and his recent appointment is to the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein. Rob Griffiths has been a Senior Counsel in Pietermaritzburg and has now been appointed to the Eastern Cape (Umtata) bench. To our knowledge, there are two other Old Hiltonians currently serving: Nigel Willis and Andrew Wilson.

Hiltonians Golf, USA

Hiltonians will once again gather at Champions Retreat on 14th & 15th October this year for two days of fun and camaraderie in a beautiful setting in Augusta, Georgia. Champions Retreat, owned by Old Hiltonian Wayne Millar, has been the rendezvous venue of this memorable occasion for the past three years, making 2010 the fourth time that Hiltonians from all over the world will have a chance to re-connect, while at the same time enjoy some social golf. Golfing skill is not necessarily a requirement as the main focus of the event is the fraternity of Hiltonians and their families.

Old Hiltonian Events

40 YEAR REUNION

Old Hiltonians from 1970 gathered recently to celebrate their reunion 40 years after leaving Hilton College. It was a time for much merriment, fond memories and a touch of nostalgia. They enjoyed a dinner, a tour of the school and the opportunity to watch the mighty clash between the Hilton boys and the Michaelhouse boys on the sports fields.

Dates for your Diary

REUNIONS:

10 year Reunion: Sat 28 August

25 year Reunion: 6 August

Mike Proctor Double Wicket

Mike Procter, Tiaan Slabbert and Dawid Swart

Mike Procter, Tiaan Slabbert (1st XI cpt), Dawid Swart (Head of School)

On Saturday evening (15 May) the school hosted a black tie dinner in launching the Mike Procter Double Wicket competition. It was a wonderful evening with many cricketing celebrities at the function. Old Hiltonians, Gary Teichmann, Wayne Fyvie, Derek Crookes as well as Richard McGlashan (ex-Natal), Hugh Page (ex-Transvaal and Convenor of Selectors for the Proteas), Josh Richards (current SA U 19 captain), Ahmed Amla (Dolphins), Cameron Delport (Dolphins) and Neil Johnson (ex-Zimbabwe and Western Province). Mike Procter, Old Hiltonian, SA Cricketer and former Convenor of Selectors was the guest of honour.

New Chairman of OH Club

At the conclusion of AGM on 22 May, Murray Moxham retired as Chairman of the Old Hiltonian Club. The National Committee of the Club has elected Justin Platt as his successor, with Clive Grinaker the vice-Chairman.

Museum and Archives

The Museum, situated in the "Lords and Commons" is always looking for contributions to enhance its collection.

Hiltonian Golf Day VCC

Sonja Purdon, Nicky Drake, Michele Moxham and Belinda LeClezio

The Golf Day, traditionally held on the day before Hiltonian Day, has now become a regular highlight of the year. The event is organized by the Pietermaritzburg branch of the Old Hiltonian Club, and provides a wonderful opportunity for Hiltonians to gather, enjoy a round of golf, and some very good natured rivalry.

The most recent of these days was held on Friday 21 May. A large field enjoyed the perfect weather and the excellent condition of the Victoria Country Club course. Competition was fierce, but at the end of the day, the winners were the ladies: Belinda LeClezio, Michele Moxham, Nicky Drake and Sonja Purdon. In second place were Brett Armstrong, Brent von Beneke, Dave Lovatt and Grant Warren.

Travel Service for Hiltonians

A specialized Travel Service is now available to the wider Hilton community, following discussions with Howick Travel and Bundu Bashers Travel.

Discussions between The Hiltonian Society and Craig Goodenough, a shareholder in both XL Howick Travel and Bundu Bashers Travel, have resulted in an agreement to offer a specialized Travel Service to the wider Hiltonian community. It is accessible to people with links to Hilton, and will offer a full range of services, catering for business travelers, family trips, boys' and staff travel arrangements, as well as group tours. All arrangements will be made directly between between clients and the professional staff of Howick Travel and Bundu Bashers. Hiltonian customers will need to identify themselves as such when making initial contact.

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Historic Landing at KSIA

On Thursday 29 April the first passenger flight landed at King Shaka International airport. Old Hiltonian, Captain John Herselman (McKenzie '66-'70) was at the controls at this historic moment.