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The Citizen
18-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Oldest DHS Old Boy dies at age 102
DURBAN High School (DHS) is mourning the loss of the oldest DHS Old Boy, Selwyn Lurie, who died on Thursday at home, three weeks before his 103rd birthday. On the school's social media, DHS said, 'Mr Lurie's long and inspiring life was a testament to the enduring spirit of Durban High School. We were honoured to have shared a special moment with him earlier this year, when our boys had the privilege of hearing his heartfelt video message on Founders Day — a message that will now be remembered even more dearly. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lurie family during this time of loss. May his memory continue to inspire generations of DHS boys to come.' Lurie's passing was confirmed by his family who described him as a person with a lot of energy, love and care. On Facebook, Vanessa Jubiler Lurie said, 'We are heartbroken to share the loss of our beloved father, Selwyn Lurie, this morning July 17, the 21st of Tammuz. Our amazing Pa is now at peace with his beloved wife and our mom Barbara, and their son and our brother Alon. Pa died peacefully in his sleep at home at the age of 102, three weeks before his 103rd birthday.' Lurie lived a full and interesting life, as a fighter pilot in WW2, builder of Ashkelon in the early days of the state of Israel, CEO of a leading textile manufacturer in South Africa, and the co-founder of Kehillat Ahavat Yisrael in San Diego, US. Also Read: DHS shines at SA Schools badminton tournament 'Pa was the driving force of our family, the best father, grandfather and great-grandfather in the world. Family meant everything to him, and of all his incredible accomplishments, the one he was most proud of was the family he and Ma built. We are honoured and grateful beyond measure to have had such incredible parents, for the endless love they brought to all of us, and for the countless ways in which they helped, guided, supported and adored each of us, our children and our grandchildren,' said Vanessa. Condolences have been pouring in for the Lurie family. Clifton School in Morningside wrote, 'We share in your grief at the passing of a beloved member of your Old Boys family. May Mr Lurie's dear soul rest in eternal peace.' Erika Collins said, 'Condolences to his family and friends. Sounds like he achieved a lot in his full life.' Neil Peter Lamble added, 'What a man, what an amazing innings and what a passionate supporter of his old school DHS. RIP Selwyn – and deepest condolences to your family.' For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
03-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Seas the Week: Durban's sailors prepare for thrilling regatta
Raring to go, Seth Dass (crew member on L26 Cracker and Grade Ten pupil at Durban High School) and Anna Correa (crew member on MS Performance Sailing's L26 Velocity and Matric pupil at Eden College) are pictured at the Durban Marina ahead of the MSC Week that will be taking place offshore of Durban. Image: Bev Reith WHILE hooves will fly at the Hollywoodbets Durban July on Saturday, some of the country's leading sailors are expected to make a splash when they participate in the MSC Week that begins on Monday, offshore from Durban. Given the unpredictable nature of conditions that can be expected at this regatta, which will run until Friday, the Point Yacht Club (race organisers), have aptly named it: Seas the Week. Competitors will race in two categories; ORC Class Championships and the L26 National Championships. With the country's most prestigious yacht race on the horizon (Lipton Challenge Cup, August 25), competitors view the MSC Week as an ideal opportunity to sharpen their seafaring skills. A fleet of 25 yachts are expected to assemble at the MSC's 11am start on Monday, including the 13 L26s that will be lining up for their national championship at this event. As July is the mid-year holiday season, many school boats will make up the field in the L26 category. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Anna Correa sailing the seas Image: Bev Reith Anna Correa, a crew member on MS Performance Sailing's L26 Velocity, and matric pupil at Eden College, will be the vessel's helmsman. While Correa has featured at the previous two MSC Weeks, this year's regatta is extra-special for her. 'It will be my first time as a skipper and it is a great privilege to make use of home waters as I get to enhance my local knowledge. I know many of the participants and people involved, so it's overall more fun.' Correa took to sailing in her Grade 9 year and has traversed the waters in various parts of the country participating in club and national competitions. 'Sailing has become such a massive part of my life. I've met people and learnt lessons that will forever impact my life. I will always try to keep myself involved in sailing.'
The Citizen
10-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
DHS shines at SA Schools badminton tournament
IT'S a back-to-back win for Durban High School as they retained their champion status at a recent national tournament in Durban. 'Our DHS badminton teams took part in the SA Schools Tournament this past week, with high expectations on their shoulders as defending champions in both the team and doubles events — and they delivered,' gushed Charles Moodley, the master in charge of badminton. He added, 'Our A team rose to the occasion, emerging group winners, defeating Hillcrest 3-2 in the semi-final, and dominating Westville 3-0 in the final to retain their championship title.' Also read: Badminton championship bring victory vibe in Durban Team members responsible for the win were Shaun Southwood, Erin Benton, Lincoln Wilson, Tobias Sheehama, and Immanuel Ndudzo, under the coaching of Dawie Hattingh and assistant coach Sherav Maharaj. In addition to their team victory, the players made waves in the individual singles and doubles championships. In the singles category, Sheehama took first position, followed by Lincoln Wilson as a runner-up. The doubles champions were Sheehama and Wilson. 'Our DHS B team was placed third in their group and finished sixth overall, while our DHS C team was placed fifth in their group and 10th overall. A fantastic effort from all our players. We're proud of every single one of the players. 'We're incredibly proud to share that DHS, along with the Alberton Girls A team (Girls Winners), have been invited to represent South Africa at the All-African Schools Championship in Ghana this August,' concluded Moodley. For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
