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‘They treat us like children’

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Motorists on the R36 road from Ohrigstad to Hoedspruit got a nasty surprise last week Friday when they found that they could not proceed on the Abel Erasmus pass because of hundreds of rocks and stones in the road. The rocks and stones in the road were the culmination of the dragging conflict between unhappy residents of villages in the Echo Caves and Leboeng area who threatened the Greater Tubatse Municipality with this protest action during a march in Burgersfort recently. They handed a memorandum to the municipality concerning their grievances, which include inter alia a lack of electricity and, water supply problems and the condition of access roads to villages. The municipality answered them by means of a letter earlier last week, but they were not happy with the answers. Problems started last week Thursday when villagers of Makgalane and Ga-Sepeke marched to the municipal councillor’s house, threatening to set his posessions alight. The Police rushed to the scene to calm the situation, and ordered the group to disperse, but they failed to do so, instead resorting to blocking some of the access roads to some of the villages. The Police warned them of possible arrest, but they did not give attention, whereafter 10 people were arrested. Early on Friday protesters from Leboeng (New Stands), and Mapareng proceeded to block the R555 to graskop and the R36 with stones and burning tires. In the course of friday and Saturday the Police proceeded to arrest another 64 people, locking them up in the cells at Leboeng and Ohrigstad Police stations. When Platinum Gazette visited the

scene on friday Police and members of the public wishing to travel on the R36 was busy clearing the road by hand. No protester was in sight, and the hundreds of stones almost stretched to the Police station at Leboeng. As far as could be determined some of the protesters were already arested, while the Police were still searching for the others. They stayed in the cells untill Tuesday, when all of them appeared in the Magistrate’s court at Leboeng (top left photograph). A large group of family and relatives were waiting outside under trees for the court appearance of their relatives who appeared in court in two batches. MThey were not asked to plead and received bail ranging free bail to R400. They will all appear in court again in November. Platinum Gazette visited Mapareng on Wednesday. Some of the villagers told the newspaper that they were tired of being treated like children and that they urgently need the municipality to give attention to their problems. They say just one example of the the problems that they experience is the fact that the municipality still want to find out about Eskom’s capacity in the area. Pointing to the electrical supply lines runnuing over the village they say “we talked to Eskom, the capcity is there, they just need money from the municipality. We live under the lines, it is just to get it in the houses”. They vowed not to stop their protest, until they got some satisfactory anwers from the municipality. As far as the newspaper could determine, efforts to get the protesters and the municipaluity together to talk to each other, was under way at the time of going to press.

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Writing it down

In the top photograph the pens of the Greater Sekhuhune District Municipality, Mogobo David Magaba (left), Limpopo Premier, Cassel Mathale and Greater Tubatse Municipality Mayor, Ralepane Mamekoa (right) are not still for a moment as they take note of the concerns of representatives of various stakeholders at Friday’s Provincial Exco outreach at Penge. Ironically, when all the action happened at Leboeng last week Friday (see previous page), the Provincial Government held an Exco outreach at Penge on the same day, at roughly the same time, attended by all the most important political office bearers in the province, district and municipality. Limpopo Premier, Cassel Mathale and members of the Procincial Executive Committee and district and local leaders visited several places in the area, making sure of the progress with service dilvery and giving attention to other areas of concern, wherafter a public imbizo was held where respresentatives of various organisations got the opportunity to air their problems. The event at the Penge sports groundfs was well attended and people from all over the Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality travelled to Penge.

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Cigarette smugglers still a problem ‘Stadig oor die klippe’ While having their hands full with service delivery protesters in the Leboeng area last week Friday, the rocks and stones in the road maybe contributed to something good when traffic could not drive on the R36. It gave Leboeng Police the opportunity at roughly 11:00 to stop a brown Toyota Camry. Two Zimbabwean nationals, aged 28 and 30 where in the car. The Police searched the vehicle and found 788 cartons of illegal cigarettes in the car. The men were arrested and the cigaresttes were confiscated. The cigarettes is worth about R78 000. R14855 in cash were also found with the men. They men were charged with possession of counterfeit goods. They were to appear in the Leboeng Magistrate’s court on Tuesday 2009-10-27.

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* Buy an sms bundle. It is cheaper than making a call. * Instead of ordering take aways for lunch, pack your own lunch and drink water instead of cool drink. It is healthier for your body and your wallet. * Planning before you head off to the supermar ket will help you shop more economically. Take the time to do a quick inventory of your kitchen to determine what you will need. Prepare a shopping list and stick to it. Read the newspapers to find the best deals. When going to the supermarket for only one or two items, take only enough money for those particular things so you won’t be tempted to buy something you don’t really need. * If you can’t afford something right away, don’t go for credit. Rather save up to buy it cash and if it seems impossible to save the cash, maybe you should consider that you couldn’t afford it. Ask yourself: “Will I die if I don’t get this thing right away?” If the answer is no, reconsider how worthwhile this item is to you. The key is not to be impulsive. * Turn the temperature gauge on your geyser down. This can save you up to 30% on your electricity bill. * When using the kettle for only a cup or two of tea, put in only enough water. If you are drinking a lot of coffee during the day, fill a flask with boiling water and use that. You will be surprised at how long it keeps hot. * Pay with your debit card. Compare the price of drawing R1000 at the ATM to the cost of paying with your bankcard. You will be amazed. Not only is it cheaper, but it is also safer than carrying around the cash in your wallet.

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On 24 October 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a man aged 24 for rape. It is alleged that the suspect raped a 24 year woman in Bothashoek village on 23 October 2008. On 24 October the case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they made follow ups and arrested the suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on 26 October 2009 and he was not granted bail. The case was remanded to 02 November 2009. On 25 October 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a 27 year old man for rape. It is alleged that the man raped a 17 year old girl in Bothashoek village on 24 October 2009. On 25 October 2009 the case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect same the same day. On 26 October the suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court and he was not granted bail. The case was remanded to 02 November 2009. On 25 October 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a 21 year old man for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. It is alleged that the suspect assaulted the 39 year old woman in Praktiseer on 25 October 2009. On the same day the old woman reported the matter to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on 26 October 2009 and he was granted bail of R1000. The case was remanded to 09 December 2009. On 22 October 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with housebreaking and theft. It is alleged that during the night of 21 October 2009 he had broken into a tavern in Ga Motodi village. On 22 October 2009 the complainant followed footprints that led to a house just few metres from the tavern. The matter was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they made follow-ups that led to the arrest of the suspect in Burgersfort. He was also found in possession of the stolen liquor. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrates’ Court on 23 October 2009 on charges of housebreaking and theft and he was not granted bail. The case was remanded to 28 October 2009 On 24 October 2009 the police in Tubatse arrested a woman of 31 years for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. It is alleged that the woman assaulted her boyfriend with a bottle after they had some arguments. The crime occurred in Praktiseer on 23 October 2009. The victim reported the matter to the Police in Tubatse and they arrested the woman. The woman appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on 26 October 2009 and she was released on warning. The case was remanded to 09 December 2009. On 23 October 2009 in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court, Namishi Calvin Makofane (24) was sentenced to R1500 or three months imprisonment for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. The sentence follows a crime that occurred in Mabocha village on 26 December 2008. The accused assaulted a 24 year old man with a stone after they had an argument. On that day the case was reported to Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect.

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Steelpoorters bring Kersfees in ‘n alfabet Steelpoort Akademie het op Woensdag 28 Oktober hulle Kerskonsert gehou. Die konsert, Kersfees in ‘n alfabet het die Kersboodskap met sang, voorlesing en toneelspel oorgedra. Kinders en onderwysers het almal saamgespan om in ‘n rekord tyd hierdie konsert op die planke te kry.

Christmas Market Kersmark ‘09 When?/Wanneer? 7 November 2009 Where?/Waar? In front of OK Minimark Voor OK Minimark Time?/Time? From 10:00 - 14:00 What?/Wat? Stalls, fun and much more Stalletjies, pret en plesier Bookings/Besprekings: Minimal cost per stall. Come display and “Blessed is the season sell your Christmas gifts, which engages the whole special products or services. world in a conspiracy of Minimale koster vir ‘n love” - Hamilton stalletjie. Kom verkoop en Wright Mabie stal jou geskenke, produkte en dienste uit. Cost?/Koste? R150 per stall. Free entrance for all. Everyone welcome to join. R150 per stalletjie. Gratis ingang. Almal is welkom! Enquiries/Navrae: Elize, 013-231 7227 Vonnie, 013-231 8090

Buy gifts, food and other home made products. Come showcase your business! Kom koop geskenke, kos en ander tuisgemaakte produkte. Kom bemark jou besigheid!

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Heineken has a long history stretching Kom kyk gerus na ons from 1873 when the first batch was brewed. In 1886 Dr. H. Elion finished verskeidenheid. Ons developing a yeast that is still used in werksure is ook vir u the brewing process today. The beer is made of purified water, malted gerief bepaal. barley, hops and yeast. Heineken International is a Dutch Dankie aan al ons kliënte brewing company and was founded by vir u ondersteuning! Gerard Adriaan Heineken in Amsterdam. The company expanded, but remained closely tied with the family that established it. The founder’ s son, Henry Pierre Heineken managed the company until 1940 and remained involved for years afterwards. Henry Pierre’s son, Alfred Henry “Freddy” Heineken took over and remained involved in the business until his death in 2002. He was also the one of the major driving forces for the company’s global expansion. Heineken Pilsner has won many awards over the years.

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While most of the brewing world with great prizes! consists of ordinary lager brews, Hansa offers styles of beer beyond the obviLet’s party like ous. In keeping with the Hansa promise Germany! to brew beer styles beyond regular lager, Hansa Pilsener first challenged regular lager rules with the launch of South Africa's first pilsener style beer, Hansa Pilsener, in 1975. In the Hansa tradition to venture beyond the ordinary, May 2007 saw the launch of a new variant, Hansa Marzen Gold. Hansa Marzen Gold is brewed with the glow of slow-roasted amber malt to impart a rich brewhouse flavour that's exceptionally drinkable.The common iconography is the Hansa map and ship which represent the journeys of the different styles of beer from Europe to our shores. The unique intrinsic icon in the middle of the map on each variant emphasises the different key intrinsic benefits.The iconography of the map and ship on the Hansa label represents the journey of different styles of beer from Europe to our shores.

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Amstel Brewery (Amstelbrouwerij) is a Dutch brewery founded in 1870 Ice and cold beer available at all times on the Mauritskade in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It was taken over by Heineken International in 1968. The brewery was founded on June 11, 1870 in Amsterdam and named after the Amstel River, the waters of which also served for refrigeration. By 1872, Amstel was annually producing 10,000 hectoliters. For the purpose of storing the beer, winter ice from canals was kept in special doublewalled cellars.Amstel was the first Dutch brewery to export beer in cans. Heineken offers several beers under the Amstel brand. Amstel Lager uses predominantly light pilsner malt, although some dark malt is also used. It is sold in 75 countries. (All information on beers from: www.sabmiller.com; www.sablimited.co.za; www.wikipedia.com; www.namibiabreweries.com)

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Castle Lite was launched into the South African beer market in January 1994. Over the years it has undergone Next to CTM & Vision Meat various packaging enhancements. In Alcohol not for sale to u/18’s August 2000 the brand was relaunched in a green bottle with a silver and red label, and the 660ml returnable bottle was introduced in 2003. It is the third member of the Castle family. Castle Lite is lower in kilojoules and undergoes low temperature fermentation to create a cleaner, crisper taste.

A premium quality, natural beer brewed using only the finest imported ingredients. It delivers a refreshing taste profile for the social drinking occasion. Windhoek Visit Castle House, Dirk Winterbach Draught is the most sessionable beer in the Windhoek range, and Street, Castle Square Complex, can also be found in the unique big Burgersfort. Tel: 013 231 7918 450ml nonreturnable pack - ideal for any outdoors occasion. Characteristics - 4 percent Alcohol by Volume - Mild bitterness; rich golden colour

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Festivities at Oktober Beer Fest The Oktober Beer Fest at Tubatse Chrome Club on 23 and 24 October was a big success.

A massive golf day in aid of Joshua Generation (see story and photographs on the sports pages) brought many families to

the festivities. A large beer tent, music, stalls and loads of fun for the children added to the festive atmosphere.

A thunderstorm on Saturday afternoon did nothing but dampen the lawns and wet the appetite for more fun.

Fun in the sun and rain at Beer Fest

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Tubatse Chrome Club filled with fun There was much to do at the Oktober Beer Fest on 23 and 24 October at Tubatse Chrome Club. With fun for the children, games, stalls and a beer tent not even a bit of rain could bring spirits down.

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Wie is jou gunsteling vir die Curriebeker? Hierdie week is die Absa Curriebeker finaal. Ondersteuners weet dit gaan ‘n taai stryd wees. Die Vrystaat-Cheetahs en Blou Bulle pak mekaar Saterdagmiddag op Loftus. ‘n Paar lesers het ‘n eindtelling voorspel en gesê wie is hul gunstelinge om as die wenners van die veld te stap.

Mnr. Wol Kinnear sê: “Die Blou Bulle! Dis geskiedenis. Daar is nie ‘n span wat hulle kan klop nie”. Telling: 28-17.

Mnr. Louis van Vuuren sê: “Die Cheetahs. Ek ondersteun enige span teen die Bulle”. Telling: 23-18

Ms. Loice Musiyiwa sê: “The Freestate-Cheetahs will win. I like that team!”

Mnr. Robert Botes sê: “Die Cheetahs. Ek is ‘n gebore Vrystater”. Telling: 23-18

Mnr. Jaco smith sê: “Beslis die Cheetahs. Ek is ‘n volbloed Cheetah.” Telling: 21-18.

Mnr.Gawie Stoltz en me. Nicky Clingen sê: “Bulls! Ons bloed is blou!” Telling: 24-21.

Mnr. Hennie Potgieter sê: “Die Blou Bulle want hulle is die beste”.

Mnr. Embrich Cilliers sê: “Die Cheetahs sal vir seker wen. Hulle is die underdogs maar sal groter BMT hê. Telling: 25-22. Mr. Daniel Moshoana said: “Blue Bulls! I even have a T-shirt of them. Habana will do good. I like him”. Score: 15-10.

Me. Charmaine Maree sê: “Die Blou Bulle gaan beslis wen. Hul is die beste span, daar is niemand anders nie”.

Chantelle Smit sê: “Die Blou Bulle gaan wen. Hulle is die beste”.

Mnr. Hugo Marais sê: “Ek weet nie. Die Bulle sal seker wen, maar ek hoop die Cheetahs wen”. Telling: 2517.

Me. Chantal Denton sê: “Die Bulle natuurlik!Die Bulle is die beste”.

Me. Charlien Ras, mnr. Quintin Ras en mnr. Patrick Jooste sê: “Cheetahs!” Telling: 26-23.

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Miss Calvin College crowned Calvin College held their annual Miss Calvin competition on Friday 23 October. This year is was once again a tough competition. In the end Queenette Komana was crowned the new Miss Calvin. Her first princess was Boitumelo Makgolane and the second princess was Thato Mmola. In the Little Miss Calvin competition is was Moshopyadi Pitjadi who walked away with the crown. First princess was Dimpho Mphego and second princess Kgaogelo Matlebejane.

Right: Queenette Komana was crowned the new Miss Calvin. Her first princess is Boitumelo Makgolane and the second princess isThato Mmola. Left: Little Miss Calvin competition is Moshopyadi Pitjadi. First princess was Dimpho Mphego and second princess Kgaogelo Matlebejane.

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Beauties strutt their stuff Miss Calvin College finalists enjoyed their time in the spotlight.

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Letters / Briewe Express your opinion. Write a letter to the Platinum Gazette. Letters may be e-mailed, posted or faxed. Contact details are on page 2 of this issue. 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.

Thought for the week “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss it you will land among the stars.” - Les Brown

Dagboek / Diary Gospel singer Freddy Wessels Join the learners of Calvin College for a fun evening with gospel singer Freddy Wessels. Hosted by Calvin College’s JC4CC. Tickets are available at the office at R30 each. Date: 30 October 2009. Time: 18:00. Venue: Calvin College. Enquiries: 074 110 8598

Winterveld Ringbal Klub Die klb is weer aan die oefen en nooi persone wat graag wil speel uit om Dinsdae en Donderdae om 18:30 by hulle aan te sluit. Oefeninge is by die Waterval CVO skool (op die R37 na Lydenburg) se bane. Die klub nooi ook nie ervare spelers uit om die spel te kom geniet en leer ken. Die liga begin eers weer in volgende jaar en nou kan daar op ontwikkeling gefokus word. Navrae: Zelna, 072 531 6287. OK Grocer Kersmark/OK Grocer Christmas Market Op 7 November word daar ‘n Kersmark voor die OK Minimark gehou. Persone wat graag ‘n stalletjie wil hê is welkom om by Vonnie (013-231 7227) of Elize (013-231 8090) navraag te doen. Daar sal allerhande lekker aktiwiteite wees met baie vir die kinders om te doen. On 7 November there will be a Christmas market in front of the OK Minimarket. Persons who would like to sell gifts, food etc. at the market are welcome to contact Vonnie (013-231 7227) or Elize (013-231 8090). There will be lots to do and fun for everyone.

Inkleurwenners by OK Grocer OK Grocer het hierdie week die wenners van hul inkleurkompetisie aangewys. Ongeveer 175 inskrywings is ontvang en uiteindelik is 4 wenners aangewys. Die eerste plek het aan Ilze Bosman (8) gegaan. Haneefa Abdulaziz (6) en Marnus Venter (2) was ook wenners. Die vierde wenner, Phindy Nkwana (8) is nie op die foto nie. OK Grocer het versoek dat die Phindy se ouers hul kontak sodat die pryse aan hulle oorhandig kan word. By die kinders op die foto is me. Wanda Pieterse van OK Grocer.

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Klein Advertensies • Smalls

Plaas jou klein advertensie by Phelo Pele Pharmacy in die Khadima Sentrum of by Burgersfort Apteek in die Marone Sentrum of doen dit elektronies d.m.v. e-pos of faks. Place your small at Phelo Pele Pharmacy in the Khadima Centre or at Burgersfort Pharmacy at the Marone Centre. You could also place it via e-mail or fax. Enquiries: 083 543 1676 or 083 271 9151. E-mail: [email protected] • Fax: 086 554 9031

1. Sport Klubs/ Sport Clubs GSKA Karate Maandae & Woensdae van 17h30 – 19h00 by Calvin Collage. Almal welkom van 6 jaar en ouer. Skakel Jolanda Hietbrink by 082 859 9681.

3. Dienste/ Services WILLIE HOUTWURM Maak kombuis- en ingeboude kaste. Houtvloere en lapas. Alle houtwerk. Cell: 082 709 6525. Eloff Plumbers. 24/7 Plumbing Services. For ALL repairs, maintenance, blockages, installations, geyser repairs and leakages. Phone us now for the best and fastest service in town! Contact: 079 127 6730 or 073 969 9994. Elshamah Motors Your Mechanic on Duty. We specialize in all minor and major repairs and services on ALL types of vehicles. Engine, gearboxes and differentials. We specialize in Mahindra vehicles. Lebowa Business Park, Burgersfort. Contact: Willie, 076 158 9192.

3. Dienste/ Services COMPUTER SERVICES. Upgrades, repairs, networking, new installations. Buy & sell secondhand computers. Location: Lebowa Business Park. Contact: Riaan, 076 842 9270. Cash Traders Burgersfort We do same day repairs on TV’s, HiFi’s, amps etc. We do installation on DSTV. Installation of car radio’s. Tel: 013-231 7140 or Pieter, 079 584 6919 or Bennie, 076 111 8405. Carpet Cleaning Machines available from Multiserv next to OK Grocer, Burgersfort. Shoe repairs and cutting of keys are also done. Enquiries: 082 087 6676.

Looking for someone who knows how to do the job? You could find him or her through advertising in this newspaper. To place your vacancy advertisement call Beánnla on 083 543 1676.

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Contact: Louis Wentzel 076 221 2122

7. Allerlei/ Miscellaneous FURN TRADERS Need Cash? We will buy all your old furniture for cash. We buy and sell new and secondhand furniture, fridges, freezers, tables & chairs and much more. Value for money deals on a wide variety of items - new stock almost daily. VISIT US.WE ARE THE BIGGEST IN TOWN. Visit the shop at the Bothashoek/ Praktiseer turn-off, Ga-Mashamothane, approximately 1.5km from the Steelpoort turn-off on the Polokwane road (R37) out of Burgersfort. Contact: Bennie on 076 111 8405.

8. Vakature/ Vacancies Ervare Kelnerin/ Kroegvrou benodig. Moet Afrikaans en Engels magtig wees. Verwysings noodsaaklik. Sluitingsdatum: 10 November. Kontak: 013-238 0503 of 073 178 1786 vir ‘n onderhoud. Experienced Waiter/ Barlady needed. Must be bilingual in Afrikaans and English. References a must. Closing date: 10 November. Contact: 013-238 0503 of 073 178 1786 for an interview.

10 . Te Koop/ For Sale Property/Business For sale/rent or lease. Prime spot. Ideal for restaurant, eating house, pub & grill etc. Must be seen for price. Next to ABSA Burgersfort. Contact: Lionel 082 923 4744 or Osman 084 786 2777.

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Dr Lorna would like to thank all her patients, friends and clients for their patience and understanding during her studies in 2008 and 2009, more especially in the recent months following her family loss. She would like to announce that she has sucessfully completed her Diploma in Occupational Health and Medicine with the University of Pretoria. She would also like to reassure all her Platinum Health and other medical aid patients of her continuing service.

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NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA) PROCESS Notice is given in terms of Chapter 6 Regulation 56 2C (i) in Government Notice R385, developed in terms of Chapter 5 of the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) of intent by the Department of Local Government & Housing of Limpopo Province to demarcate 500 residential sites at Malokela Village in Greater Tubatse Local Municipality of Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Province. Please submit your comments/objections to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner mentioned below:

Burgersfort Apteek/Pharmacy Tel: (013) 232 7751 (continued from previous column) PROPONENT Department of Local Gvt & Housing, Private Bag X9485, Polokwane, 0700, Tel: 015 284 5000, Email: [email protected], Contact person: Shumani Munyai

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER Dynamic Integrated GeoEnvironmental Services, PO Box 5743, Polokwane North, 0750, Tel: 015 297 7980, Fax: 015 297 7297, Email: [email protected], Contact person: Brenda Makanza

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Vacancy A Security Company is in need of the services of an alarm technician in the Steelpoort area. Requirements: Must have knowledge of IDS and Paradox Systems. Drivers Licence is required. Own transport will be an added advantage. Salary: Above average salary.

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Joshua skaakspelers ken hul skuiwe Drie Joshua Generation skaakspelers het op 23 en 24 Oktober aan die SACSSA Kampioenskappe in Johannesburg gaan deelneem. In hierdie nasionale kompetisie het die spelers elk ses rondtes moes speel. Duan Craffert (links) en Werner Smulders (op foto heel links) het in die O/19 oudersdomsgroep deelgeneem terwyl Waldo Smulders (ook op foto heel links) O/ 15 deelgeneem het. Waldo het drie van sy wedstryde gewen en Werner was eerste in sy kategorie waar daar 25 spelers van oor die land ingeskryf was. In Waldo se ouderdomsgroep was daar 45 spelers wat deelgeneem het.

Sit dit in die gat met 1 hou Met die Joshua Generation gholf dag op 24 Oktober kon spelers die bakkie (foto onder) wen indien hulle met een hou tot in die negende putjie kon kom. Hierdie uitdaging het vir groot pret gesorg en vele spelers en toeskouers moes maar versigtig rondom die negende putjie beweeg wanneer daar wild en wakker geslaan is. Kyk nog foto’s en lees kry die uitslae op bladsy 14.

Joshua Generation athletes excell Nicole Wentworth and Shabane Makofane, both pupils from the Steelpoort campus of Joshua Generation attended and participated in the SACSSA National Athletics Championships in Durban. Nicole participated in shotput for which she received a bronze medal and in javelin. Shabane participated in the 100m, long jump and javelin items. The championships took place during the September holidays.

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Joshua Generation golf day a success On Saturday, 24 October as part of the Oktober Beer Fest the Joshua Generation golf day took place. It was well supported with 22 four ball teams entered. The heat took it’s toll on most of the players, but one and all tried their luck to hit a hole-in-one at the ninth hole to win a bakkie. Unfortunately nobody managed this feat, many rather ending on the wrong green in their attempts to reach the hole in one shot. The team from Marula Platinum Mine was first with 98 points. Second was Sunny Pack with 84 points and Sebenza Scaffolding third with 83 points. The school thanked the following sponsors and individuals who helped with the day: TVE (Trade Vest engineering); ECM Mine; Tubatse Smelter; Sebenza; Modikwa Mine; Xstrata; Sunny Pack; G4; PLM Boerdery; OK; HF Plant; Simflex; PVT; Lukas Potgieter. All the Individual golfers. Jimmy Wentworth; Thubatse Chrome Club; Parents of Joshua Generation; Staff of Joshua Generation; The Fundraising Committee of Joshua Generation.

Limpopo Champions Maatlopo United Football Club are now the SAFA Nedbank Cup Limpopo Champions. On 25 October they won Capricorn district champions (3-1) and the Mopani district champions (5-4). The game against Mopani district was won on penalties. “We were 2-0 down at halftime,” said Mr Jimmy Makola, the team’s public relations officer. “But, we came back strong in the second half to equalise and force the game towards a penalty shootout”. Lupa Malatjie was one of the stars of the team. They are now one step closer to reach the top 32 spots of the Nedbank Cup to play with the champions of the Nedbank Cup in the Vodacom league. “We are ready for them, and we are even aiming to reach the last 32 to play Kaizer Chiefs or Orlando Pirates. That is our dream,” said Makola. “Thanks to our players, the technical team and our loyal supporters who traveled to Seshego on 25 October,” he added. This week Maatlopo will be playing against Makgane Junior Bucks at Makgane Village. Enquiries: Jimmy Makola, 073 775 4150 or Sydney Makoka, 072 869 4418.

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Heated game for juniors The Burgersfort United Football Club junior team played against Barcelona from Lydenburg on Sunday, 25 October. The match took place at the sportsgrounds of Laerskool Burgersfort and was played in extreme heat. The boys performed well and Burgersfort United won the game 3-1. All the goals for Burgersfort United were scored by Suhail Gori. For this achievement he was also named the team’s Man of the Match. Joining him for this honour was Adam Abdullah who played an excellent game. The seniors also played a match against the Lydenburg seniors. Read more about this on page 16. Apart from the games being played there was also stalls selling food and toys as well as a jumping castle for the smaller children. The club plans to host another tournament in February.

The Burgersfort United Football Club junior team.

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Burgersfort United triumphs over L’burg Burgersfort United Football Club hosted a soccer tournament on Sunday, 25 October. Two teams, a junior and a senior team from Lydenburg visited. The games were played at the sportsground of Laerskool Burgersfort. The juniors had tough conditions in the heat of more than 40 degrees celcius, but this subsided a little for the seniors when a thunderstorm approached. Only a few drops fell and play was not interrupted. Organiser and one of the coaches of the Burgersfort side, Mr Faizal Abdullah said: “Everyone played well. We will be hosting another tournament in early February next year where four teams will be invited to participate”. Goals were scored by Faizal Abdullah, Ashley Johnson, Riaz Abdullah, Ahmed Tar and Husein. The match ended in favour of the home team with a score of 6-1. See photographs of the juniors on page 15. Burgersfort United wore the white and blue and Lydenburg the grey shirts.