Dillon Pillay

Durban

Journalist at Southlands Sun

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A full house of fun at Yellowwood Park Sports Club’s bingo night | Southlands Sun

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A full house of fun at Yellowwood Park Sports Club’s bingo night

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

YELLOWWOOD Park Sports Club came alive with laughter and friendly competition at its lively bingo night on May 28. Erika Smith, organiser of the event, said the evening yet again showed why the club’s bingo nights are a crowd favourite. Also read: Musical bingo plays the right chords at Harlequins Sports ClubMusical bingo plays the right chords at Harlequins Sports ClubSmith said that bingo night has been a long-time tradition at club dating back almost 10 to 15 years ago.
68 unemployed residents graduate from Engen Community Computer School

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

SIXTY-EIGHT unemployed residents of Durban South graduated from the Engen Community Computer School on May 23 after completing a four-month digital skills course that equips them with computer skills required for employment, tertiary studies or learnership. Also read: Engen empowers 200 people with disabilities through job readiness programmeKrishna Govender, Engen Head of Transition, Repurpose and RTT, congratulated the January 2025 cohort on their commitment.
Poetic verses for the outcast: Poet to launch new collection on The Bluff

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

POET Ekta Somera will launch her new poetry collection titled Social Misfit in an official book launch on May 31 on The Bluff. Renowned for using words as a force for transformation, Somera’s latest book maintains her legacy of defying assumptions and raising the voices of the typically marginalised. Social Misfit brings to light the ones who are misunderstood, under-estimated or seekers of authenticity above the accepted.
Little stars take big steps in educare fun run and hat parade

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

SUPER Star’s Educare and Aftercare recently gave their young learners a morning to remember with their Fun Run and Bonnet Parade in Merebank. The morning was a joyous celebration of creativity, community and childhood wonder, with children and families coming together. Also read: Grandparents’ Day sparks feelings of love, communityJyothi Chandra, the centre’s teacher, said they believe in nurturing creativity, respecting traditions and creating joyful memories for their little learners.
Community urged to help find missing Bluff man

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

THE Brighton Beach Victim Friendly Centre is calling on the community to help find 27-year-old Jesse Lee Paul who was reported missing since Sunday (May 25). Also read: How to report a missing personPaul left his home in the Bushlands area of The Bluff around 11:00 to train with a friend. He left on foot and has not been heard or seen since. Paul was last seen wearing blue shorts, a navy blue jacket and red slides when he went missing.
Montclair woman finds new life after losing 55kgs

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

WHAT began as a late-night food-binge routine and self-doubt, has become one of health, self-belief, and personal success for Bianca Jayde Margheriti, a Montclair resident who shed an impressive 55kg and discovered a new lease on life. Also read: Mind conquering helps in Bluff man’s weight loss journeyMargheriti’s turning point came at the end of 2013 when she fell pregnant. By the time she gave birth to her son she weighed just over 100kg and struggled with unhealthy eating habits.
Montclair woman finds new life after losing 55kgs | Southlands Sun

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Comrades Marathon veteran laces up boots for Blue Bundu Brigade | Southlands Sun

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Comrades Marathon veteran laces up boots for Blue Bundu Brigade

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Dillon Pillay

VETERAN Comrades Marathon runner Rhys Kitching is dedicating this year’s ultra-marathon to a cause dear to his heart. Kitching will be running to raise funds for the Blue Bundu Brigade, an animal rescue and rehoming organisation. Also read: Paws and reflecting at Blue Bundu Brigade’s puppy yogaThe 52-year-old is no stranger to the challenging ultra-marathon, having completed it on 13 occasions. “Animal welfare is always needed, especially with dogs.