Platinum Gazette 12 February

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12 February 2010

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Digital divide between urban and rural communities in Sekhukhune will be a thing of the past following a concerted undertaking by the newly-formed Sekhukhune District Consumer Representative Forum.

The forum - which is composed of government communicators, business, media and the House of Traditional Leaders - was formed during the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Consumer Indaba held in Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality, Jane Furse, on Wednesday this week.

The Indaba was organised by Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality (GSDM) and the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA). In its declaration, the forum undertook to ensure that all communities across the length and breadth of GSDM will have access to ICT services such as radio, television, internet, post offices, mobile and landline phones.

Such access, said the Sekhukhune District Consumer Representative Forum, will only be achieved once all the areas have the necessary network coverage, which will be achieved by engaging responsible institutions.

Sekhukhune Manager for Community Development Workers (CDWs) in the Limpopo Department of Local Government and Housing, Mr Rachidi Ngoato, gave a picture of areas that had problems with network and reception challenges for radio, television and cellphones.

The survey by CDWs, said Ngoato, excluded access to print media, landlines and internet. Ngoato said a preliminary study on availability of post offices was still being done.

It found that 75 of the 116 wards in Sekhukhune were affected by network and reception challenges.

The findings show that:

· Seventeen (17) villages do not have Cell-C network coverage, while 20 and 13 villages could not use Vodacom and MTN cellphones respectively.

· Twenty (20) villages had problems with listening to radio, while 22 were not able to access TV stations.

Limpopo House of Traditional Leaders Deputy Chairperson Khosi MA Netshimbupfe said access to ICT in rural villages was crucial as Traditional Council Authorities were now being used as service delivery points by government departments for issuing Identity Documents (ID), marriage and birth certificates.

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As can be gathered from page 1, the march that took place in Burgerfort yesterday, effectively disrupting a lot of business, brought no fresh news.

The demands of the marchers, who most of them previously gathered and marched in the town, also stayed the same, meaning that they are still unhappy about service delivery from the government in their respective villages and collectively.

Yesterday’s march was swathed in controversy as the municipal manager at first did not want to grant permission for a legal march, even resorting to a court interdict after he was almost violently intimidated by the organisers of the march.

His main cncern was that the march would have been held under the auspices of a youth council, he argued did not have the mandate to organise a protest march about service dilvery.

Later the same people under the wing of the Tubatse Activists Forum also lodged an application. Recognising the similarities, he refused permission for the march.

What exactly happened since Wednesday was not clear, but a march under the wing of the Activists Forum took place and at the time of the Platinum Gazette going to press, the memorandum on the front page was about to be handed to someone.

Nobody exactly knew who as noone was available, and one of the marchers that maybe the Police, who turned up in huge numbers, could as well receive it and convey it to those who should get it.

Although water cannons, medical services, shotguns, the fire brigade and traffic department were all present, everything was still peaceful when Platinum Gazette left the scene.

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On 07 February 2010 the Police in Tubatse arrested two men aged 20 and 23 years for house breaking and theft. During the night on 06 February 2010 a liquor premises was broken into in Riba Cross and the liquor were stolen. On 07 February 2010 the case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest two suspects and the stolen liquor was also recovered from one of the two suspect’s home. The suspects appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on 08 February 2010 and they were granted the bail of RI000each. The case was postponed to 01 March 2010.

On 06 February 2010 the Police in Tubatse arrested a man aged 21 years for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. The arrest follows after a crime in Praktiseer on 05 February 2010. The suspect allegedly assaulted a 23 year old man after they had an argument. On 06 February the case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect.

The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magiatrate’s Court on 08 February and he was released on warning. The case was postponed to 24 February 2010.

On 07 February 2010 the Police in Tubatse arrested a man (24) for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. The arrest follows an incident at Mahlashi on 05 February 2010. The suspect allegedly assaulted a 21 year old woman after they had an argument. On 07 February the case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magiatrate’s Court on 08 February and he was released on warning. The case was postponed to 15 April 2010.

On 07 February 2010 the Police in Tubatse arrested a man aged 24 years for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. The arrest follows an incident that occurred in Ga Madiseng on 31 January 2010. The suspect assaulted a 30 year old woman with a bottle. On 07 February the case was reported to the Police and the suspect was arrested. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magiatrate’s Court on 08 February and he was released on warning. The case was postponed to 24 April 2010.

On 08 February 2010 the Police in Tubatse arrested an 18 year old woman for assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. The woman assaulted her boyfriend (27) at Mahlashi on 07 February 2010. On 08 February 2010. The case was reported to the Police in Tubatse and they managed to arrest the suspect. Sandra Matjie appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court on 09 February 2010 and she was sentenced to three months imprisonment or a fine of R600. Her sentence was suspended for three years.

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Just another hole in the wall

Dirk Winterbach Street, between Kruis, Mpumula and Eland Streets do not seem to be destined for order and the free flow of traffic, despite all the plans that have been made so far by the authorities.

The concrete fence next to the taxi rank has enough large holes for pedestrians to pass through, rendering the multi million rand pedestrian bridge over the street almost obsolete. Most people moving from the taxi rank to the business centre across the street, prefer the holes, as it is a much shorter route, not so dangerous because of criminals at the bottom of the stairs on the taxi rank side of the bridge, and easier to negotiate with heavy shopping bags. Straight crossing of the road is however no longer possible because of the wall (concrete barrier cum flower bed) splitting the road, forcing pedestrians to walk around it in the way of the free (and not so free flowing) chaotic vehicle traffic.

Seeing what maneuvers somedrivers in the vehicles attempt, the concrete barrier may have its good points, but also can contribute in creating life threatening situations, especially if their is no traffic enforcers around ...

The taxi at the top seemed to have no problem in side-stepping the concrete wall (cum flower bed) and driving on the wrong side of the road to its destination (bottom), while the guy sitting on the bonnet of his car (right) did not seem to notice...

Almost desolate - the pedestrian bridge over Dirk Winterbach Street to the taxi rank is not nearly as big a hit as the holes in the concrete fence (bottom).

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over the years. The company also branched out overseas.

From the age of 14 David Zulman who in 1989 founded Ashbury

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He admits that this was partly politically motivated. “We were never

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Locally, the Beacon brand was bought by Tiger Brands that developed

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In July 2004 the Beacon slab was re-launched. The re-launch prompted

the establishment of a new and improved formulation that out performs

its competitors in blind taste testing. It also brought the dawn of the new

flow wrapped packaging that was the first to be introduced in the South

African slabs market.

This resulted in Beacon moving into the number 2 position in the slabs

market with regards to the volume and its share of preference within the

slabs market. Another innovative idea from Beacon was the launch of

mini-slabs in March 2005. In October 2005 a 240g-format slab was

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The range is now made u of twelve variants with offerings in 45g, 120g

and 240g sizes.

The Beacon slabs range includes 24 products in total.

Interesting chocolate facts: On average 10kg of chocolate are consumed

per person in the UK every year. Daniel Peter of Switzerland did not

invent milk chocolate until 1875. Chocolate’s scientific name, Theobroma

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Misty Knights Motorcycle Club will be holding a

Shavathon “Bike Run” on 27th February to Ohrigstad.

Departing from Steelpoort (7:30 for 08:00) Burgersfort (08:00 for 08:30) and Lydenburg (08:00 for 08:30) they plan to mstart the event in Ohrigstad at 10:00 at Ohrigstad Restaurant (former lamb and Ale).

Bikers from Steelpoort will leave from the Excel Garage, those in Burgersfort from Magaba Filling Station and those in Lydenburg from Lion’s Rock. Members of the public are welcome to join in the fun. Misty Knights’ own DJ will churn out great music the whole day long and food and drink will be available at biker prices.

Shave or colour will take place from 10:00 – 15:00 and lucky draws form 15:00 – 16:00. Donations of R50 for adults and R25 for children under 12 will be the order of the day and all those who donated will be entered into the lucky draws. More information are available from Alet, cell 072 503 1378 or Julia, cell 083 233 8399

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Laerskool Burgersfort het nuwe klim- en speelapparaat vir hulle voor- graad een klasse aangekoop. Die skoolhoof, mnr Koert Erasmus, sê die apparaat help die kinders om belangrike motoriese vaardighede te slyp voordat hulle met graad een begin. Volgens hom is dit nie net van opvoedkundige waarde nie, maar help dit ook om die meer energiekes onder die woelwaters besig te hou. In die foto’s wys

kinders hoe die apparaat werk, terwyl die hele groep wat by die nuwe apparaat baat vind in die foto regs is.

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Mr David Mohlala, Mr Oupa Lekhuleni and Mr Raymond Magolego o the Aurum Institute at the banner displayed at the Twin City fencing.

On Monday and Tuesday the team was at the Castle Square complex in front of Shoprite.

The Aurum Institute ran an awareness campaign before Valentine’s Day this week. The group aimed to create awareness of safe sex and HIV/Aids.

They once again tested the public for HIV/Aids, provided counselling, tested blood pressure, blood glucose levels, weight management, gave information on sexually transmitted infections and gave advice on teen pregnancies. They worked in conjunction with the Department of Health.

On Monday and Tuesday they had a stall and their mobile unit at the Castle Square complex and on Wednesday and Thursday at the Twin City complex. The main event will be taking place today at the Morone Centre. R50 KFC vouchers are up for grabs to the first 50 couples who come for HIV testing.

Above: At the Twin City complex.

The history of Valentine’s Day

The history of Valentine's Day — and its patron saint — is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.

One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men — his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. (From: www.history.com)

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Bo: Die senior atlete is agter: Henning Oberholzer, Luan van der Westhuizen, Natalie Campher, Michelle Lamprecht, Ilze Hanekom, Jessemay Moore, Chanté van Niekerk, Ivan Hendriks en Reinhard Lombard. Middel: Yulaine Hendriks, Chanelle Kotzé, Marlene Venter, Anelda Smith, Charissa Stoltz, Sulandri van der Linde, Trinity Hatting en Carla Hanekom. Voor: Heinrich Oberholzer, Hannes Coetzee, Maritz Coetzee en Ruan Papenfus.

Regs: Die junior atlete is agter: Aldoné Geldenhuys, Elrica Smith, Anzel van Niekerk, Angelique Campher, Marlé Labuschagne en René Oosthuizen. Middel: Leáne Kruger, Leone Stoltz, Sumarie Oosthuizen en Megan Griesel. Voor: Adriaan Oosthuizen, JB Willers en Jacques Maritz.

Negentien van Waterval CVO se atlete het verlede naweek op Groblersdal na die Noord/ Suid Streek Kampioenskappe op 5 Maart op Ermelo deurgedring. Die atlete gaan aan verskillende baan- en velditems deelneem.

Tip for a TV

GMC Debt Solutions’ competition over the Christmas season came to an end last week when the winner of the television was announced. Mr Samuel Fabi gave the best money saving tip and won himself the new TV. His tip was: “Draw up a budget, set your priorities right and spend wisely - set money aside for the future”. Many of the tips received advised to save and buy only necessities.

On the photograph are Ms. Gretli Steyn and Mr Frik Visagie from GMC, Mr Adriaan Peyper from OK Grocer and Mr Samuel Fabi who won the competition.

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On 14 February Valentine’s Day will be celebrated all over the world.

Traditionally this is a day were loved ones do something special for each other. Gifts, flowers and chocolates are often part of the package.

It is also a time when prices on these items are often more than usual.

This week we asked whether our readers celebrate Valentine’s Day or do they think it is just a commercial day invented to make money? How will they celebrate the 14th of February?

Me. Ina Jacobs sê: “Ek dink dis ‘n geldmaak-storie want elke dag moet jou huwelik gelukkig wees en jy romanties wees”.

Me Annette Naudé sê: “Ek dis net om geld te maak, maar tye soos nou dink ek dit sal lekker wees om bederf te word. Toe ek nog getroud was het ek gedink dis net om geld te maak”.

Mr Norman Sotuko said: “I celebrate it. I buy gifts for the one I love”.

Me. Adelle en mnr. Johan van Heerden sê: “Nee, ons vier dit. Ons koop beertjies of ‘n dingetjie, maar doen nie verder iets nie”.

“Ja, ons doen. Dis belangrik om Valentynsdag te vier as jy iemand spesiaal in jou lewe het. ‘n Mens vergeet soms om elke dag vir daardie persoon in jou lewe te wys dat jy hulle waardeer en Valentynsdag is die ideale geleentheid om dit te doen,” sê me. MK van Tonder en me. Carla Oberholzer.

Mnr. Krappies Visser sê: “Ek vier dit. Ek koop blomme en bring koffie of ontbyt in die bed”. Links: Mnr. Vaughan Craffert sê: “Elke dag is Valentynsdag”. Right: Mr Mago Tumai said: “To me it seems that it is the first time I can prove to my partner that I am totally committed to her. In the past I was not able to because my financial status was not good. I also encourage others in love to do the same”.

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Ms Teboga Seabi said: “No, not really. We don’t need an excuse to buy gifts for our partners. We can do it any day”.

Mr Lefa Maepa and Mr Kaizer Mgiba said: “We just buy some gifts and make some breakfast in bed”.

Ms Mavis Magaba said: “Yes, I celebrate it with my husband. I will tell him that I just want to be with him and that I love him more than anything”.

Ms Nanikana Mhlongo said: “ Yes, I am going to buy a special gift for my husband”.

Mnr. Gerrit Kriek sê: “Nee, dis net om geld te maak”.

Ms Velaphi Mkhondo said: “I think I have to celebrate it. I will do something special for the loved-one in my life”.

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Valentine hê. Jy moet mekaar elke dag

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Mnr. Anton Kruger sê: “Ons probeer dit mooi maak. Ek koop vir my vrou rose en probeer haar bederf”.

Mnr. Bennie Wheeler sê: “Ek probeer dit spesiaal maak, maar daar is nie altyd geld daarvoor nie. Dit kos al R50 of R60 vir ‘n bossie blomme”.

Links: “Ons gaan eet gewoonlik uit. Ons maak mekaar wakker met koffie in die bed en ons probeer dit elke jaar spesiaal maak,” sê me. Carla en mnr. JJ van der Walt.

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Burgersfort United Soccer

Burgersfort United Football Club plays soccer every Wednesday and Friday evening. They invite all social players of all ages to come and join them at the Laerskool Burgersfort sportsgrounds. T

Enquiries: Faizal, 082 922 3909 or Riaz, 072 471 7545. Winterveld Ringbal Klub

Winterveld Ringbal Klub oefen Dinsdae en Donderdae by die CVO skool op die R37 (op pad na Lydenburg) se bane. Enige spelers of nuwe spelers is welkom om by die klub in te skakel.

Navrae: Zelna Wheeler 072 531 6287. Thorburn Security Solutions Golf Day

In 13 March 2010 the anual Thorburn Charity Golf Day will be hosted at Tubatse Chrome Club. The proceeds of this day are utilised for various projects within the Greater Tubatse area. This day is traditionally not only a lot of fun, but is also marked as an event with great prizes and gifts for players.

Preference for four ball entries will go to local Tubatse sponsors. Sponsorships with a four ball included is R3 500. A sponsorship without the four ball us R2 500. Sponsors are encouraged to display their product and if they wish, offer drinks or snacks to the passing players.

Sponsor must please indicate their willingness to participate by 10 February 2010. Individual four balls are not being booked yeat, as preference is given to sponsors. Enquiries: Dolf Scheepers, 012-803 5282 or 012 803 1592.

Maatlopo United soccer

Maatlopo United Football Club will be playing against Morethetho FC at Ga-Motodi on Saturday, 13 February 2010. The team’s last game will be on 20 February at Magakala grounds.

Enquiries: Jimmy Makola, 073 77515 or Sydney Makoka, 072 869 4418. Action Cricket Golf Day

The Tubatse Chrome Action Cricket Golf Day will take place tomorrow, 13 February at the Tubatse Chrome Golf course. The day will be an individual competition although a prize for the best Four ball will be up for grabs. Entries are still welcome. Tee-off is at 08:00. Entrance is R150 per person.

Enquiries: Martin van Rooyen, 082 816 4833. Tubatse Ringbal Klub

Die Tubatse Ringbal Klub oefen elke Dinsdag en Donderdag in Burgersfort by Calvin College. Die klub nooi alle belangstellendes uit om by hulle aan te sluit. Oefeninge is 18:00 vir 18:30.

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Misty Knights Lowveld Annual Biker Run

Misty Knights Lowveld will be hosting their first annual biker run on 27 February 2010. From 10:00 - 16:00 the club will be having fun and a shavathon in aid of Cansa at the Ohrigstad Restaurant.

Club members as well as the public are invited to support this worthy cause and either colour or shave their hair. A donation of R50 per shave or colour is asked. There will be music with DJ Anton, great food at biker prices and a lucky draw.

Bikers can join the ride from Steelpoort at the Exel Garage at 07:30 for 08:00 and in Burgersfort at Magaba Garage from 08:30 for 09:00.

Enquiries: Alet - 072 503 1378 or Julia - 083 233 8399.

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Burgersfort

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Ohrigstad

(013) 238 0128

Roossenekal

(013) 273 0075

Mecklenburg

(015) 615 0204

Eerstegeluk

(013) 237 0011

Tubatse

(013) 216 8500

Sekhukhune

(013) 260 1007

Leboeng

(013) 769 9099

Maartinshoop

(013) 235 4041

Thought for the week

“The greatest problem in the world today is

intolerance. Everyone is so intolerant of each

other.” - Diana, Princess of Wales

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Phoenix

Flying Squad

has vacancies for:

4x Supervisors

- must have PSIRA grade C and a

drivers licence.

10x Guards

- must have PSIRA grade D.

1x Dog Handler

(honde hanteerder)

- grade C and experience with dogs

Contact:

Capt. Johan Nkosi,

082 882 0017

Positions are in the Steelpoort area. Accommodation

included.

1. Storeman/Driver

-Steelpoort/Limpopo

To be responsible for the store and delivery functions

Must have Grade12, 2 years exp in Warehouse/Workshop

Computer literate, ability to communicate effectively

Drivers licence. Area knowledge will be an advantage Forward applications to [email protected] or Fax to: 011 3702700

2. Branch Administrator –

Steelpoort/Limpopo

To administer, co-ordinate & be responsible for full functions of the Branch

Min Grade 12, Computer literate, 5 yrs management exp or sales in Tooling/ Mining Sector

Sound knowledge of Engineering/ Industrial practices. Area knowledge will be an advantage

Forward applications to [email protected] or Fax to: 011 3702700

VACANCIES

Artisans Training Centre

Opening soon in Steelpoort

* Plater Boilermakers

* Pipe Fitters

* Fitters

* Riggers

* Plumbers

* Petrol-Diesel Mechanic

* Electrical

* Welding:

CO

2

ARC

Tig

Pre-Test

Training

Contact:

014 597 2881 or

082 830 1255

Mining Courses and Training

Bulldozer R3 899 R2 000 5 Day Grader R3 600 R1 800 5 Day Excavator R3 600 R1 800 5 Day Dumper R2 800 R1 500 3 Day Front End & Loader R2 800 R1 500 5 Day TLB R2 500 R1 280 5 Day Crane R10 000 R5 000 5 Day Dragline R25 000 R10 000 10 Day Roller R3 000 R1 500 3 Day Welding R7 000 R4 000 10 Day Drill R2 500 R1 200 3 Day Lowbed R2 000 R1 000 1 Day Behind Lewis Furniture

Office No 4, Burgersfort. Contact: 072 783 1571; 074 744 9994; 074 858 9218 PO Box 9, Ohrigstad, 1122. Assistance in job finding theory. Transport & accommodation available. MQA Accredited Certificate Price Deposit Registration Fee: R100

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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

2.Te Huur/To Let

3.Dienste/Services

4. Vermaak/Entertainment

5. Troeteldiere/Pets

6. Persoonlik/Personal

7. Allerlei/Miscellaneous

8. Vakature/Vacancies

9. Te Huur/For Hire

10. Te Koop/For sale

COMPUTER SERVICES. Upgrades, repairs, networking, new installations. Buy &

sell secondhand computers. Location: Lebowa Business Park. Contact: Riaan, 076 842 9270.

3. Dienste/

Services

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.

Find us @ these

distribution points

* Burgersfort

SUPERSPAR

* Boxer Stores Burgersfort

* OK Grocer

* Xerox Copimaster

* Phelo Pele Pharmacy

* Burgersfort Pharmacy

* Laerskool Steelpoort

* Laerskool Burgersfort

* Tingeling Kleuterskool

* OK MiniMark

* Greater Tubatse

Municipality

* CTM

* Modikwa Platinum Mine

* Pick n Pay

* Winterveld Village

* Ohrigstad SAPS

* Total Ohrigstad

* Leboeng SAPS

* Praktiseer SAPS

* Burgersfort SAPS

* Magaba Garage

* Vision Meat

* Burgersfort Toyota

* Hendrik’s Panelbeaters

* Shoprite

* La Beautique Clinique

* Mecklenburg SAPS

* Tubatse Village

* Praktiseer Magistrate’s

Court

* Penge

* Factory Shop

* Dwarsrivier Mine

* 4U Office National

-(Please note: these are just some of our distribution points).

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Burgersfort

* Ingwe Safety Equipment

* One Stop Motor Spares

-Steelpoort

* Ohrigstad Restaurant

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* Fingerprint of Africa

* Try Me Dealers Ohrigstad

* Laerskool Ohrigstad

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Green Finger Garden Services

For all garden layouts and maintenance.

Tree and branch cutting and removal

of all unwanted garden garbage. We also do other repairs

-Handyman available. For an extravagant garden contact: Theuns on 074 734 2265

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know what

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Henderson

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.

7. Allerlei/

Miscellaneous

DAGMOEDER Is u op soek na dagsorg? Baba’s en kleuters vanaf 2 maande tot 4 jaar. Veilige omgewing, bekwame toesig.

Skakel Sonnika: 073 892 0337.

9. Te Huur/

For Hire

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. FURN TRADERS/ CASH TRADERS

You won’t believe the prices and variety in

store! Do you want to buy a

lounge suite? We’ve got a wide variety of lounge suites, fridges,

freezers and other furniture at the best possible prices! We

also buy your secondhand furniture and lounge suites for

cash. Value for money deals,

whether you buy or sell! Visit us now! Visit the shop at the Bothashoek/Praktiseer turn-off, Contact: Bennie on 076 111 8405.

8. Vakature/

Vacancies

Upholsterer/ Seamstress urgently needed.

(Will also be required to do general work. Male candidates could be given preferance). Contact Maureen at 013-231 8004 for an appointment. FUNCTION HIRING Breekware, eetgerei, glase, tafels, stoele, tafeldoeke, overlays, stoeloortreksels, staanders, vase, chafing dishes, springkasteel, enigiets anders. Kontak: Sharmain 083 662 0166. CAT/Bell TLB;FAW 8 Ton Hi-Up Crane Truck

4x4; Nissan UD 85 Tipper Truck (6 metres); 219 D Cat Excavator 21 ton; 5000 litre Water tanker. Can be used with Hi-Up

Crane Truck; Wild vervoerhokke/Game transport cages. Contact: 082 565 1069.

For Hire

3. Dienste/

Services

2. Te Huur/

To Let

AKKOMMODASIE BESKIKBAAR Gemeubileerde selfsorgeenheid vir EEN PERSOON. 35km vanaf Burgersfort. R2 400 pm. DSTV, water, ligte ingesluit. Sekuriteitsomheining. Sleuteldeposito: R1 000. Kontak: 073 959 9512 TURNING HEADS HAIR SALON There’s a massive sale for February only.

We are situated between Five Star Butchery and Shaya, down the passage to Dr Goosen’s old premises, Steelpoort. For more information

Contact Noli at: 083 966 4150 or

Moses at: 073 331 5770

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2010 Club Championships played

Tubatse Chrome Golf Club played their annual Club Championships last weekend. Players played 18 holes on Saturday and another 18 on Sunday.

The Ladies Champion was Mariëtte Laas and the Club Champion Charl Volschenk.

The A-Division winners were Flippie Nortjé (first), Alan O’Shann (second) and Koos Laas (third). The B-Division winners were Charl Volschenk (first), Johan Dreyer (second) and Ross Selahle (third). The C-Division winners were Victor Fourie (first), Frans de Villiers (second) and Willem Montgomery (third).

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Golf club achievers

honoured

Tubatse Chrome Golf Club honoured their achievers of 2009 at a function last Friday evening.

The Club Champion for 2009 was Martin van Rooyen. The Captain’s Cup winner was Johan Holscher. The Better Ball Winners were Johan Dreyer and Bart Language. The club’s Ladies Champion was Mariëtte Laas. The A-division winner was Koos Laas, the B-division winner was Alan O’Shann and the C-division winner was Jan Volschenk.

Club members enjoyed the evening with food and music before the start of the 2010 Club Championships on Saturday and Sunday.

Right: Johan Swanepoel (middle) handed Bart Language and Johan Dreyer the cup for the Better Ball winners.

Johan Swanepoel handed Johan Holscher the Captain’s Cup.

Koos Laas (right) was the A-Division winner. With him is Johan Swanepoel.

Mariëtte Laas was the Ladies Champion. Johan Swanepoel handed her the trophy.

Martin van Rooyen (right) was the Club Champion for 2009. With him is Johan Swanepoel.

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Maatlopo the

champs

Maatlopo United FC (white and green) scored four points on the league log last weekend. This makes them the regional champions even before the season is over. Read the story on page 16.

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Contact: 072 781 1236 or 082 569 4677

• Decorative lights & ceiling fans • Custom kitchen design and layout • Granite tops • Wooden ceilings & floors • Dry-walling & partitioning • Aircon installation • Tivoli and Cascade taps

• Office furniture

Shop 2, Steelpoort Industrial area, on corner next to Talisman

Sekhukhune Champions

With 59 points on the regional league log, Maatlopo United Football Club secured themselves a champion position in the Sekhukhune region by collecting four points. The team beat Phasha City Rocks 2-0 on Saturday and had a draw with Ngwaabe City Motors on Sunday. The match ended 1-1.

The goals were scored by Barecho Tsokolibana on Saturday. On Sunday Staw Malegodi scored for Maatlopo. The Man of the Match was Barecho for his performance in the two games.

There are two games left in the SAB regional league season. On Saturday, 13 February the team will play at Ga-Motodi against Marethetho FC. The last game will be at the Magakala ground when Maatlopo will host Makgane Young Chiefs.