*Southerners claim a new heritage. The topic on Southerners lips was Heritage Day vs Braai Day.

*Joburg South crime statistics released. Between April 2012 and March 2013, Moffatview Police Station recorded the highest number of theft cases, followed by burglary, at residential premises.

*Kamanga raised the bar. Paul Kamanga overcame a tough test when he fought Willers Baloyi in a junior-welterweight fight at the ever popular African Ring Box ‘n Dine.

*MEC: “discipline starts at home”. Gauteng Education MEC Barbara Creecy pointed the finger at parents and guardians for the dysfunctional behaviour of violent learners and ill-discipline at schools during an address at the Gauteng Legislature.

*Meet Sello, veteran writer of 31 books. Veteran teacher Sello Samuel Mokau (57) from Naturena has written 31 books.

*Grace’s amazing journey. Love, resilience and passion are some of the characteristics that best describe Grace Mashaba (65), founder, director and mother of Amazing Grace Children’s Home in Eikenhoh, 32 years later.

*Celebrating over 100 years. Maud Milne, a resident of Crown Gardens, reached the grand old age of 103 on Tuesday October 22.

*Three decades for Gino’s Restaurant. Gino’s Paesa Pizzeria Restaurant first opened its doors in November 1 in 1983, Robertsham.