Rand Aid’s Inyoni Creek Retirement Village came alive with celebration as the village celebrated its September birthdays and the kick-off of the Rugby World Cup.
Held on September 7, the event was celebrated under a lively Springbok theme.
Kicking things off, staff members made a grand entrance by singing Hier kom die Bokke, setting the tone for an energetic and cheerful celebration.
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Residents proudly displayed their team spirit by donning Springbok rugby jerseys, while staff members enthusiastically joined in on the fun, wearing rugby-themed attire.
The highlight of the day was a rugby-themed quiz, expertly hosted by village manager Jenny Tonkin.
Social worker Shaun Victor and the ever-enthusiastic village sister, Jana Bezuidenhout, acted as linesmen for the quiz, adding their own flair to the event.
The quiz brought out a competitive spirit in the residents, testing their rugby knowledge and sharing plenty of laughter in the process.
After the quiz, residents were treated to a delightful spread provided by deputy manager Marinda Looyen.
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Debbie Kotze, the administrator, captured the event’s essence with photographs and kept score for the ‘best-dressed’ competition.
But the fun didn’t stop there. Jenny led residents in a spontaneous Mexican wave, adding some extra excitement to the festivities.
As residents left the event excitement filled the village as supporters prepared to back the Bokke.