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High flyers celebrate Grobbie’s birthday

Local radio flyers celebrate Johan Grobler's birthday, call for more people to join the club

November 10, 2025
Tracey Turner Less than a minute
Birthday boy, Johan 'Grobbie' Grobler with his model aeroplane

Empangeni Radio Flyers celebrated the 70th birthday of member Johan Grobler over the weekend at the Empangeni airfield.

The Empangeni Radio Flyers specialise in flying remote controlled model aeroplanes and meet most weekends.

Empangeni Radio Flyers celebrate Grobbie’s 70th birthday

Birthday boy Johan, nicknamed Grobbie, has enjoyed the hobby for nine years.

The club calls on more high flyers to join. Club membership is an annual fee of R1 200 a year.

To get involved or learn more, contact chairman Willie de Jager on 083 6280561.

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November 10, 2025
Tracey Turner Less than a minute

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Tracey Turner

Tracey holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Media degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from Rhodes University. After a diverse career journey, she returned to her roots in 2024 as a journalist at Zululand Observer, bringing a wealth of experience to the field. With a focus on human interest stories, Tracey is dedicated to delivering insightful and impactful reporting.
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