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Platinum Gazette Burgersfort, Steelpoort, Ohrigstad

21 August 2009

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Mokutung farmers day focus on animal identification

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21 AUGUSTUS 2009 Stock owners from around the area as far as Moroke gathered at Ardwick (Mokutung Village) near Echo Caves on Wednesday for a farmers day presented by the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and the Police, mainly to be informed about the Animal Indentification Act (Act 6 of 2002). Mr MA Muroa from the local Department of Agriculture office in Praktiseer, told farmers the importance of indentifying their animals.

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from one month old. Branding of these animals are not allowed. Shoulds a marked animal be sold, the new oner should be provided with a letter of identification by the seller. Farmers then attended a practical demonstrastion of branding where it was explained to them that it is important that their branding marks should not differ from those received from the Registrar,

without the option of a fine. He stated that the Police has also arrested a man for stealing 14 goats, all loaded in the back of a 1400 Nissan bakkie, while another case where 14 goats was stolen was also investigated. As Platinum Gazette left, he told the newspaper he was on his way to Burgersfort to arrest a taxi owner who allegedly stole a number of cattle in Alverton.

Identification will help control stock theft animals may by marked by three methods, namely a hot iron, a freeze branding iron or by means of tattooing. Cattle can be marked with irons from six months of age, while the animals can be tattooed from one month old. Goats and sheep can be tattooed from one month old, branding is not allowed. Pigs and ostriches may also be tatooed

even if letters and marks seem to be upside down or reversed. Inspector David Mamphoke of the Police told Platinum Gazette that stock theft was a real problem in the area. Just a few weeks ago Lazarus Seeta Libiso was convicted in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court for stock theft and sentenced to three years imprisonment

He again stressed the importance of animal identification to farmers at the practical demonstration and the positive role animal identification is playing in the administration of justice. The formal part of the the farmers day was held at Mokutung Primary School, where the famers were entertained by the the school’s choir.

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He said the main aim is to managa a national register for animal identification, while identification marks on animals act as first line defence against stock theft and enhances traceability. He emphasised that stock owners have no choice. It is the law that all cattle sheep, goats and pigs be identified with a mark. He explained that owners are not free to mark their animals

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The joy of giving

80 Children from eight schools in the Burgersfort and Steelpoort areas received donations of inter alia a full school uniform, blankets and groceries at the Burgersfort Police Station. A member of the Burgersfort Police’s social crime prevention unit, constable Dan Matsimbi, told the media that the Police, government departments and the eight schools were part of the project. The schools each identified ten children in need (including orphans), while all large donation to alleviate their circumstances, was made by Eastern Chrome Mines. Constable Matsimbi said that apart from groceries and the blankets, each child received a pair of shoes, trousers, shirts, a tie and a track suit. The ceremony to hand the donations over to the children was held on Wednesday morning.

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Grade 12 learners from Calvin College in Burgersfort decided an appropriate way to celebrate their 40 days last week Friday, was to take to Burgersfort’s streets en ask people for money so that they can buy toys for needy children at various care centres in the area. Not that it was not entertaining. The mimic group in the photograph created quite a stir with their performance at the shopping centre where they decided to strut their stuff. An educator at the School, ms melanie de bruyn told the newspaper that although some people were rude to the learners, they also had positive reaction. The learners collected more tha n R1700 rand and this amount was matched by the school, making the income for the day more substantial. Apart from that, they also received a number of pledges, still to calculated. The learners are challenging other schools in the area to beat what they have done, all in the name of a good cause! As soon as all the pledges have comemake arrangements to have the toys bought and to take their donations to the catre centres themselves.

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Vegetable garden project say no to crime

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Crime snippets On 12 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested two male suspects aged 31 years for business robbery. Their arrest follows an incident in Ga Mashamothane on 19 July 2009 where the owner of a supermarket was robbed of cash. The suspects appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on 14 August 2009 and they were not granted bail. The case was remanded to 21 August 2009. On 14 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 22 years for possession of dagga. On the same day, the Police received a tip-off about a person person who was in possession of dagga in Riba Cross. The police followed up the information and managed to arrest the suspect and seized about 4,75 kg dagga. The suspect appeared in the Magistrate Court at Praktiseer on 17 August 2009 and he paid admission of guilt to the amount of Rl000

Wire and poles from a vegetable garden project in Ga Manoke started disappearing. The chairman of the project, Mr William Mashaba, decided that this state of appears cannot continue and he kept a lookout for the cause of the disappearance of the projects wire and poles. He saw somebody load a wheelbarrow full of the vegetable project’s property and followed the man with the wheelbarrow to Dresden. Calling in the Police’s help, they arrested a man who apparently illegally removed almost 600 metres of wire fence from the project and in addition stole a large number of wooden fencing poles. When the newspaper visited the scene on Tuesday, members of the vegetable garden project was with the Police at the suspect’s house identifying their property (top photograph), while detective constable Nkambule and detective inspector Makofane (bottom photograph) showed the newspaper another house where some of the wire and poles were redeployed.

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 18 years for house breaking and theft. It is alleged that the house was broken into at Ga Mashamothane on 15 August 2009 between 02:00 and 06:00 in the morning and some items such as a television set, DSTV decoder, DVD machine and cd’s were stolen. On the same day the matter was reported to the Police and they managed to arrest the suspect, while the items were also recovered. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate court on 17 August 2009 and he was granted the bail of R500. The case was remanded to 07 October 2009. On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 20 years for common robbery. It is alleged that the suspect robbed a male of 23 years on 14 August 2009 in Riba Cross. A cellphone and cash were stolen. The victim reported the matter to the Police who arrested the syuspect after investigation. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Mmagistrate Court on 17 August 2009 and he was not granted bail. The case was remanded to 24 August 2009. On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 28 years for attempted rape. It is alleged that the suspect attempted to rape a lady of 29 years in Riba Cross on 14 August 2009. On 15 August the matter was reported to the Police and they made follow ups and managed to arrest the suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on 17 August 2009 and he was not granted bail. The case was remanded to 24 August 2009. On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 26 for malicious damage to property. The complainant alleged that the suspect damaged the windows of his house in Riba Cross on 15 August 2009. The case was reported to the police and they managed to arrest the suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on 17 August 2009 and he was granted bail of’ R500. The case was remanded to 19 October 2009. On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 51 years for attempted theft. The complainant alleged that the suspect attempted to steal his motor vehicle in Ga Mashamothane on 15 August 2009 between 01:00 and 1:30 in the morning. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on 17 August 2009 and he was granted the bail of R1000. The case was remanded to 14 October 2009.

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Treffers weerklink by Tubatse Honderde Juanita du Plessis aanhangers het verlede week Vrydag by Tubatse Chroom Klub saamgetrek om na een van die land se suksesvolste sangeresse te luister. Die koue het nie die gees gedemp nie en volgens die organiseerders het die bywoning hul verwagtinge oortref. Juanita se broer, Pieter Naudé het ook tydens die aand opgetree en so seker gemaak dat die lekker gees sommer van vroeg reeds opbou. Juanita het veral treffers uit haar jongste album ‘Platinum Treffers’ gesing.

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Mooie meisies gee om Miss Spring Burgersfort vind hierdie jaar op 12 September plaas. Wat hierdie kompetisie anders as ‘n gewone skoonheidskompetisie maak is die groot liefdadigheidselement. Die finaliste samel geld en ander goedere vir liefdadigheid. Daar is hierdie jaar twee groot projekte wat by hulle pogings sal baatvind. Die een is die voedingskema van Laerskool Steelpoort waardeur meer as 200 kinders elke dag kos kry en die ander ‘n projek in Ga-Matodi by ‘n skool vir gestremdes. Op 29 Augustus word ‘n reuse Pret Dag voor die OK Minimark beplan. Aktiwiteite soos ‘n vlooimark, paint ball, uitstallings, gesigverf, springkastele en een van die hoogtepunte, ‘n jail-a-bail word beplan. Die publiek word genooi om hulle te kom ondersteun en sommer lekker pret te hê. Moet dit nie misloop nie!

Hieronder is van die finaliste in die kompetisie. Volgende week sal nog finaliste se foto’s gepubliseer word.

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Nanette Phillips

Anastecia Dube Bonolo Dimati

Jail-a-Bail Part of the fun of 29 August will be a Jail-a-Bail event. In aid of charity well known personalities in the community will be ‘jailed’ for a period of time. They will try and raise as much money for their bail as possible. All this bail money will go towards the Steelpoort Academy Feeding Scheme. Come watch them behind bars and support their bail raising efforts! Veronique Topham

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A major flee market is planned for 29 August in front of the OK MiniMark. This is the ideal day to showcase your homemade products or other goods. A stall will cost you R150 and all the money you make is yours. The stall fee will go towards charity. To book a stall call Magda on 076 579 2322.

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Letters / Briewe

Dagboek / Diary

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Spreek jou mening uit. Skrywes kan per epos, pos of faks na Platinum Gazette gestuur word. Kontakbesonderhede is op bladsy 2 van vandag se uitgawe.

As deel van die Volle Evangelie Kerk se fondsinsamelings om hul boufonds te sterk het hulle die groep Imagine gekry om in Oktober te kom optree. Die groep tree op 3 Oktober 2009 by die AGS Kerk in Steelpoort op. Die geleentheid begin om 19:00 en kaartjies kos R50 per persoon. Navrae: Jaco, 072 585 0614 of Amanda, 076 504 1309.

Burgersfort United Football Club The Club plays every Wednesday and Friday and welcomes all social soccer players. The Club also invites all small teams interested in playing social soccer matches against them to get in contact. Attention is also given to junior soccer development and players between the ages of 8 and 15 are invited to join the junior side. Practice is from 18:00 - 20:00. Enquiries: Faizal: 082 922 3909 or Riaz: 072 471 7545.

Around the world golf day The Tubatse Chrome Club is planning an ‘Around the world golf day’ on 5 September 2009. At every hole a sponsor will depict a country, including its beverages and food. This is a fun day and should not be missed. Enter your four ball now or contact Martin van Rooyen to sponsor a hole and be part of the fun. A sponsorship amounts to R1200 per hole. For more information contact Martin van Rooyen on 082 816 4833.

Watergat Idols Enter the Watergat Idols competition and share in the fun! Whether you are a solo singer or a band, enter now! This is your chance in the spotlight. Entrants don’t have to be professional artists and can bring along their own musical instruments. Auditions will be held and weekly knock-out rounds as well. The entrance fee is R50 per group or individual and can be done at Die Watergat. All ages are welcome. Your family and friends will also be able come and support your efforts during the various rounds. The closing date for entries is on 30 August 2009. Enquiries: Mara, 013-231 8091.

Miss Spring Burgersfort - Charity Fun Day The entries for the Miss Spring Burgersfort competition are closed and the finalists are busy with their charity projects to raise funds for various good causes in the area. One of the main events taking place will be at the OK MiniMark parking area on 29 August. Be sure not to miss out on the fun and excitement of the day. People interested in booking a stall to sell their merchandise at the flee market forming part of the Fun Day is welcome to contact Magda on 076 579 2322. A stall will cost R150. All the profit you make is yours. The day will be filled with jumping castles, face painting, a jail-a-bail event, opportunities to donate old clothing and unwanted household items, a flee market with a variety of stalls and a chance to meet the beauties who will be participating in the final event on 12 September 2009.

Camp Calvin Calvin College will host their revue - Camp Calvin, a music exstravaganza on 27 and 28 August 2009.The show will start at 18:30 and will be at the College hall. Entrance will be R20 for adults and R10 for children. Tickets are available from the office or Calvin College students.

Mengelmoes Kardoes/Jingle-Jangle Box Laerskool Burgersfort hou op 26 en 27 Augustus hul revue. Dit is ‘n musikale mengelmoes en moet beslis nie misgeloop word nie. Hierdie geleentheid word slegs elke tweede jaar aangebied en beloof om hierdie jaar weer iets besonders te wees. Die konserte begin om 17:30 vir 18:00 by Laerskool Burgersfort se skoolsaal. Kaartjies kos R10 per persoon. Laerskool Burgersfort will host their revue on 26 and 27 August. The theme this year is Jingle-Jangle Box and promises to be something special. This event takes place only every second year and should not be missed this year. The show will start at 17:30 for 18:00 and entrance will be charged at R10 per person.

Hoërskool Lydenburg opedag Hoërskool Lydenburg hou op 3 September hul opedag. Voornemende leerders is welkom om die skool te kom besoek en te sien presies hoekom die skool sê dat hul die enigste keuse is. Navrae: (013) 235 2111/(013) 235 2112 of (013) 235 1090.

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Chur ch ser vices in the ar ea: Churc services area: NG Kerk Burgersfort Dienste: Sondae 08:30 - 9:45 Navrae: Ds. Johan Koen, 082 780 7421 of (013) 231 7627 vir die kerkkantoor. Abundant Life Mission Church Sunday 09:00 - 11:00 Pastor Shadrack Pandala, 082 412 3024 or 072 334 0922. The church is situated on the ground floor at the GTM Licencing Department. Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk, Steelpoort Sondagoggend eredienste om 09:00. Kerk is op die hoek van Albizia & Tolbosstrate in Tubatse Village. Navrae: Ds. Riaan Botha, 082 318 3751. Kerkkantoor: 013-236 5118. AGS Kerk, Steelpoort Dienste is Sondagoggend om 09:00 en Sondagaande om 18:00. Navrae: (013) 230 9146. New Apostolic Church, Steelpoort Services: Sundays at 09:00. Contact: Carien on 082 826 5782. End of Time International Ministries Services: Wednesdays and Fridays at 16:00 and on Sundays at 10:00. The church is situated next to Dibakwane Welding Services at Mashamothane, Zone 2. Enquiries: Pastor Mampa, 082 219 7017. St Mary, Bothashoek Services: 09:00 - 10:00 St Daniel Comboni, Praktiseer Services: 09:00 - 10:00 St Augustine, Alverton Services: 08:00 - 09:00 St Martin, Ga-Manoke Services: 10:00 - 11:00 Riba-Cross Trustworthy Bible Church Services: Sundays 09:00 - 12:00 The church is situated next to Mogolo High School. Enquiries: Pastor S. Malapane, 082 721 1625. St Paul’s Catholic Church, Sebedikane Mass on Sundays: 07:00 - 08:00. Tel: (013) 231 7735. His Glory Bible Church, Ga-Selala Services: Main service on Sundays at 10:00, Tuesdays Intercession at 18:00, Wednesday Bible study at 18:00 and Thursday Bible study at 18:00. Enquiries:Pastor NW Mametsa, 076 117 5075. Followers of Jesus Christ Church Services:Ga-Mashamothane Zone 8, next to Mahlakwana Tuck Shop. Time: 10:00 - 12:30 every Sunday. Wednesdays: 17:00 - 18:00. Followers of Jesus Christ Prayer Centre GaManoke next to Ga-Dibucks. Sunday: 08:00 10:00; Tuesdays: 17:00 - 18:00; Fridays: 17:00 18:00. Mass Choir practice: 18:00 - 19:00. Enquiries: Pastor PS Malepe, 079 881 0074/073 572 4181. Followers of Jesus Christ Church Services: Maakubu next to Madire Café. Time: Sunday 10:20 - 12:40; Wednesday 17:00. Gateway Church International in Steelpoort Bl6 Hall next Excelsus Academy Sunday -Worship service 09h30 Monday -Prayer 18h00 Fridays - Youth meeting Tue & Thur- Bible school Contacts: 013-2309086 (church office). Volle Evangelie Kerk Burgersfort Dienste: Sondae: 09:00 en 18:30. Selgroepe: Steelpoort en Burgersfort. Kontak: Past. A. Nortjé, 084 818 0920. Adonai Christian Centre - Penge

Services: Tuesday - 17:00 - 18:00; Friday - Youth Service - 17:00 - 18:30; Sunday - 10:00 - 12:30 Contact: Past. HR Phoku, 073 411 5142 or 083 691 9749. Living Hope Bible Church Venue: Calvin College, Burgersfort; Time: 09:00 - 11:00 every Sunday. Contact: Pastor M. Mnisi - 072 797 6114. The Fountain of Life Community Church Venue: Shushumela Ext. 1, Praktiseer, Air Port Section. Services: Wednesdays and Fridays: 16:30 17:30. Sundays: 10:00 - 13:00. Contact: Pastor MP Maimela, 082 514 8595. Apostolic Faith Mission Services: Sundays - 10:00 - 12:30 am. Mondays 17:30 - Prayer. The church is situated next to Mahlangu Bus Stop, first street as you enter Longtill. Enquiries: Pastor Maibela, 072 829 7320. The Alliance Church in S.A. The Alliance Church in S.A. is situated at Kgautswane. Services: Sunday 11:00 - 13:00 Monday intercession at 16:00. Wednesday youth service at 16:30. Enquiries: Pastor E.Z. Nkosi, 072 841 3885 Freedom Embassy Ministries International - Burgersfort Venue: Morone Street (Old Netstar Workshop, behind new Cashbuild, near Shoprite). Services: Sundays 10:00 - 12:30 Enquiries: Pastor James Ukpong, 082 268 3586.

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Should obtaining a driver’s licence become This week the Minister of Transport, Mr Sibusiso Ndebele told listeners of the SAFM programme, After Eight that his department is working on a plan to introduce training for drivers’ licences as part of the school curriculum. They are busy with discussions with the Department of Education concerning the possible implementation of this plan. Ndebele said that it is envisaged that schools will be provided with simulators to ensure proper training. The programme will target grade 11 and 12 learners. Road safety will form a large part of the subject content. According to Ndebele this will help create students that are not only a developed South Africans, but also possess certain life skills to be persons of the world. According to statistics mentioned only 7 million of South Africa’s 49 million people are in possession of a valid driver’s licence. At this stage there is no indication when and if this will be formalised as part of the school curriculum as discussions on the subject still continues. We asked our readers whether they thought this suggested inclusion will be effective and helpful.

Mr Elson Malope said: “The main thing is to learn the school children the right thing because other people now just go and buy their licence without proper training”.

Mr Jerry Mashile said: “I’don’t get the jobs because I don’t have a licence. It will be good for them”.

“I think it is a good thing because to start with, if it is done at school level with fresh minds they can understand well because it is not only a matter of driving, but also understanding the road rules and traffic signs,” said Mr Philemon Tshililo.

Mr Ralph Molatudi said: “I think that one is a great idea. If you don’t have a licence now you have to buy it from someone who sells it and then you don’t know how to drive”.

Mr Albert Mahlako said: “It’s good because most people can’t afford to pay for a licence”.

Mr Solomon Sekopa said: “It’s a good thing. They will start school and keep going until they are drivers”.

Mr Victor Masedi said: “It will be complete. It is a good thing as even young people can become interested in school when they know they can get a licence”.

Mr Aron Tswane said: “It’s a good idea. Many people don’t have a driver’s licence and they leave school before matric. It will motivate them to stay in school and it will make it easier for them to get a job when they are finished with their studies”.

Mr Caswell Khumalo said: “That’s great because we don’t have a licence and the jobs are scarce”.

MrRousseau de Waal sê: “Dit klink baie oulik, maar hulle sal eers die skole moet uitsorteer voor dit sal kan realiseer”.

Mr Johan Lombard sê: “Vroeër was dit reeds in die gegoede buurte in plek. Nou nog by skole soos Hoërskool Waterkloof kan die kinders dit as ‘n opsie neem en die ouers betaal daarvoor. Dit sal goed werk in die skole mits daar opgeleide instrukteurs is”.

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a subject for grade 12 learners?

Mr Cecil Tebele said: “Everything has advantages and disadvantages. It will minimize accidents if they train the learners. The disadvantage is that they will know about cars and be able to steal cars and be able to drive them”.

“It’s probably a good thing. It would have been nice for me. The concept can work provided there is a process that facilitates it,” said Mr Lebogang Methomme.

Mnr. Wynand van Nieuwenhuizen sê: “Dit kan ‘n baie goeie ding wees. Daar is soveel mense wat hul lisensies koop waar hulle dit dan wettig sal kan kry”.

Mr Themba Ngele said: “Ja, it’s wonderful. It’s like a package. When you pass matric you’ll have a licence and you won’t have to waste time to get it”.

Mnr. Michael Bruni sê: “Nee, ek dink nie dit gaan werk nie. Daar is te veel korrupsie by die skole. Dis ‘n makliker manier om dit skelm te kry”.

“Yes! It’s very good. It is very important to learn to drive,” said Ms. Anna Mapanga.

Mr Mabutho Khoza said: “It’s a good thing. If it won’t disturb other studies. Most people are struggling to get their licence”.

Mnr. Werner Barends sê: “Ek dink dit sal baie help. Ek weet hoe het ek gesukkel. Dit kan ook ‘n voordeel wees wanneer jy begin werk. Dis sal korrupsie sny”.

Rudi Phetla said: “Personally I believe it is a good idea. We all want to get our licences. In matric there is not much time, and then we go and study and still need to get it. It will help students to get their licences before they go study the next year. Then we also won’t need to steal our parents’ cars!”

Ms Melanie de Bruyn said: “I think it is an excellent idea. We should not just teach but we must teach our learners life skills as well”.

Headman Emmanuel Mmopane said: “It’s a very good idea. I really agree with them. It will reduce accidents. We don’t get enough training at the driving schools. It is also expensive to get a drivers licence. If the minister says so, then go for it. Maybe it will also reduce the buying of licences.

Mr Michael Matsie said: “Yes, it’s a good thing to have a licence because when you buy a car you can drive safely”.

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Maatlapo United well supported at home Maatlapo United FC played their first game on home ground last Saturday. Maatlapo United faced the Denilton Sweepers in a fast paced game that was full of injuries on especially the Sweepers’ side. Although Sweepers looked hungry for a goal Maatlapo showed their strenght and scored their first goal in the ninth minute of the game. In the second half Sweepers substituded players and tried their best to overwhelm the home team. They however wasted scoring opportunities and Maatlapo took advantage of this the regain control of the game. In the 54th minute of the game Stan Malegodi proved himself a star player when he scored the second goal for Maatlapo United. Stan was also named the man of the match for his excellent goals and outstanding performance on the field. At times the players seemed to lose their cool and this led to a yellow card for Maatlapo during the second half. The game ended 2-1 in favour of Maatlapo United. “We are very happy about their performance and we are even happier about the support that we’ve received from the crowd. We appeal to them to bring their friends along and to pack the stadium,” said the team’s public relations officer, Jimmy Makola. On Saturday, 22 August the team will play in the Nedbank Cup against Nchabeleng Youngsters at Longtill. The next league game will be at Mooihoek against Mooihoek XI Experience.

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Stan is the man for Maatlapo Stan Malegodi scored two goals for Maatlapo United FC in their match against Denilton Sweepers last week Saturday. Read the story on page 13.

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Themba’s team tamed them The SAPS and volunteer team, Praktiseer True Lovers, Themba Engen Garage and another team from Praktiseer participated in a friendly tournament that started over the long weekend of 9 and 10 August. The final took place on 16 August between the SAPS and volunteer team and the team from Themba Garage. From the start the team from Themba showed their skill and control and at half time the were leading 3-1. They scored another goal to walk away as the winners. The SAPS team did however fight back and scored two more goals in the second half. The final score in favour of Themba Garage was 4-3.

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South Africa’s First Democratic Platinum City

Tuba tse Fun R un ubatse Run THEME: “RUN FOR YOUR HEALTH” Greater Tubatse Mayor, Cllr Ralepane Mamekoa cordially invites you to the Municipal Fun Run (5km), which will take place as follows: VENUE

: Mathule Cross to Dithwaing Sports Grounds

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: 22 August 2009

STARTING TIME: 06H00

Registration forms are available at Community Services Department, Tubatse Public Library and from your Ward Councillors from the 11th August 2009. FOR MORE INFORMATION: CONTACT BETTY MALEKA 073 736 8181

Die Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk in Tubatse se gholfdag het verlede Saterdag by Tubatse Chroom Klub plaasgevind. Die dag is uitstekend ondersteun en ‘n totaal van 56 spelers het die dag se 18 putjies gespeel. Die wenners van die dag was die span van: Theuns Viljoen, Martin van Rooyen, Chris Holscher en Johan Holscher. Tweede was: Koos Jonker, Jacques Calvert, Victor Fourie en Timo Briedenhann. Die Tubatse Chroom Gholfklub beplan ‘n “Around the World” gholfdag op 5 September. By elke putjie word ‘n ander land voorgestel. Die borg van die putjies het gewoonlik groot pret met kos, drank en versierings om die putjie feestelik volgens die land wat hulle kies te laat lyk. Spelers toer dan sommer so hou vir hou rondom die wêreld. Besighede wat graag as borge wil optree of persone wat vir die dag wil inskryf kan Martin van Rooyen by 083 816 4833 skakel.