April 2025 Newsletter
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Date: Thursday, 3rd April 2025
Registration and Coffee: 09h30
Sit-Down Breakfast: 10h00
Venue: Activities Hall, Onrus Retirement Village
Presentation: 11h00
Topic: Southern African Metallogeny with a Focus on GoldPresented by: Associate Professor Bjorn Von Der Heyden
Metallogeny is the study of how mineral deposits are formed and how they relate to regional geological features. Bjorn, who completed his PhD at Stellenbosch University, has extensive experience in the mining sector and academia. He now leads research projects and educates the next generation of African earth scientists.
Breakfast Menu:
• Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Pork Sausage, Mushrooms, and Tomato
• Slice of Toast with Preserves
• Filter Coffee and a Jug of Juice per Table
Cost: R130 per person
Pre-booking required. To enjoy this delicious breakfast, please ensure your order is placed at the meals booking station by Tuesday, 1st April at 10h00.
Whether you're passionate about geology or just keen to enjoy a lovely breakfast and fascinating presentation, we can't wait to see you there!
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