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The Department of Water Affairs says the De Hoop dam currently under construction between Steelpoort and Roossenekal will probably be completed in December this year. According to the Department progress to date include the placement of concrete with the total volume of 129 000 cubic metres, which was placed in 30 days during November 2011. This is a new South African record for Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC). Partial impoundment is expected to commence before the end of 2012i. In 2003, the then President Thabo Mbeki announced the construction of a dam on the Olifants River System that would supply water to the towns, industries and poorly serviced rural communities in parts of the Sekhukhune, Capricorn and Mogalakwena regions of Limpopo. The Olifants River Water Resources Development Project, with its many phases, including the construction of De Hoop Dam will supply water to communities and mines in the surrounding areas. In March 2007, the construction site was officially opened during a sod turning ceremony. Construction activities advanced at good pace with many milestones achieved. As per the De Hoop Dam Charter, signed by the Department of Water Affairs, the Premier of the Province, as well as the Executive Mayor of Sekhukhune District Municipality, it was agreed that a minimum of 60% of the labour force, should be sourced locally. There are 1061 people employed on the site, of which 842 are local residents from Makhuduthamaga (2 wards), Tubatse (6 wards), Elias Motsoaledi (1 ward) Municipalities. The completion of the dam unfortunately also holds some bad news. The department says as the end of construction approaches, the amount of work will become less and less, up until the dam is fully operational and providing water to communities and industry in the area. This means that some employee contracts will not be renewed as the work downsizes. This process will continue until completion of the project.
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Another mineworker in the area died this week. On Wednesday Anooraq Resources Corporation (Anooraq) announced: “with deep regret that an employee was fatally injured at the Bokoni Platinum Mine’s Vertical shaft, on Tuesday, 14 February 2012, in a fall of ground accident in the 6-E17 raise line. The South African Department of Mineral Resources has issued a Section 54 safety stoppage notice in respect of the Bokoni operations and further updates will be provided to the market in due course. The name of the deceased will be withheld until the next of kin have been informed. The board of directors and management of the Company and Bokoni Platinum Mines extend their condolences to both the family and colleagues of the deceased employee”. This is the second fatality at Bokoni in less than four months. On 21 November last year the company announced that an employee was fatally injured at the Bokoni Platinum Mine’s Middelpunt Hill UG2 shaft, on Friday, 18 November 2011, after being struck by a dump truck in the main decline shaft. Prior to this fatal accident in November Bokoni Platinum Mines had achieved 1,5 million fatality free shifts on Saturday,15 October, 2011.
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‘The law must take its course’ - Executive Mayor
Limpopo Premier, Cassel Mathale blitzed through Greater Tubatse Municipality on Tuesday, inter alia to inspect work on the new bridge between Penge and Mankele village. It was decided to build the bridge after an Imbizo where residents complained about their safety in crossing the Olifants River. The photographs were taken last week Thursday. As can be seen on the photogrph, work on the bridge and tarred road to Mankele is progressing rapidly.
The Executive Mayor of Sekhukhune District Municipality, Cllr Mogobo David Magabe, says he is disturbed by the ongoing violent protests in Praktiseer area of the Greater Tubatse Municipality. “Of utmost concern to me and the entire leadership collective is that this protest is done in the name of service delivery. And unfortunately this raises lot of suspicions due to the fact that our people in Praktiseer, Ga-Manoke, Bothashoek and part of Dresten have been without water since January and there was no violence. One wonders the timing of the violence since on the Monday violence broke out, it was the same day that government has began supply of water to all the people”. Whilst the District Municipality acknowledges that not enough was done to communicate the breakdown of its raw water pump in the Tubatse River, which led to interruption of supply of water to residents, and the coordination of its water tankers to assist with water, Executive Mayor Magabe still maintains “it can’t be that when there are challenges our people should take to the streets and embark on unlawful marches, barricade public roads, prevent people from going to work and deny learners access to schooling, burn tyres and intimidate public officials with death and destruction of their properties. All this are purely criminal acts and SAPS should then work accordingly”. “Once again I urge our people to be careful not to be abused by criminals who
Security Risks moving to Residential Areas: Solution based on Volumes
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A South African trend is that security risk is moving to the softer targets – the residences where individuals rather than companies are responsible for paying the security bills. The above bring about demands for lower security costs, which are achieved by certain security companies, but to the detriment of the service to the resident or complex or estate. Security guards are normally unhappy because they are underpaid, are not paid statutory required benefits such as annual bonuses, provident fund contributions nor overtime, uniforms are shabby and guards pay for part of the uniform pieces or provide own shoes and on the other hand are government statutory payments not met – all of these to cut costs to be able to have a warm body in a uniform at the gate meeting the requirement of having a guard at the gate. It is indeed in the residential areas, complexes and security estates where security requirements are stringent - where lives are at risk. A higher than normal level happy security officer, properly equipped and dressed is required to care for our lives and belongings. Thorburn Security Solutions is putting together a package for residential security in Burgersfort which is based on volumes and the provision of security to four or more estates – we would like to see higher graded guarding on Grade C levels in estates, equipped with sms based panic alarm system linked to a reputable response company and Thorburn managers in Burgersfort and Steelpoort, backed up by a 24 hour Thorburn mobile supervisor in Burgersfort for immediate client interaction (not replacing individual response services). Live guard petrol monitoring systems is essential. Security officers would be remunerated as prescribed by the Sectorial Determination and no short cuts taken in the payment systems, which will include the payment of the prescribed minimum 208 hours basic wage, overtime, Sunday time, public holiday time, annual bonus and contributions to the Private Security Industry Provident Fund. Uniforms will add to the image of residential estates and a monthly performance and attendance bonus system is in place. A second phase of the development, which could be sooner than later could be dedicated, qualified armed response whilst off site cctv and alarm monitoring systems from an independent Thorburn Remote Monitoring Center is a further development on the horizon for Burgersfort. Contact Dolf Scheepers on 082 444 6844 or dscheepers@thorburn.co.za or Onkabetsie Mosielele on 071 670 1642 or omosielele@thorburn.co.za visit our web site www.thorburn.co.za
take advantage of their genuine service delivery concerns such as shortage of water to instigate their unlawful activities. Water is a constitutional right for all and government has the responsibility to supply people with water without failure”. On the alleged arrest of Putiputi Mogakala purporting to be COPE leader, Mr Gert Masilela, former PAC councillor and Collen Dlamini, Greater Tubatse Municipal employee, and others, Councillor Magabe says “we must allow Police to execute their duties without any interference from whoever, be it political or otherwise. We are a constitutional country and we need respect the independence of our law enforcement agencies hence I can’t comment much on the arrests and the justice process because this institutions are independent and the function as such”. Mayor Magabe said in conclusion “During our urgent meeting which was held on Sunday last week with residents of Praktiseer, we outlined short, medium and long term plans that the District Municipality is embarking upon to solve this problem of water shortages once and for all. And we will share more details during a Mayoral Outreach meeting with all residents to be held at: Batubatse Primary School on Sunday the 19th February 2012 at 10:00 am” Currently all the people of Bothashoek, Praktiseer, Ga-Manoke and part of Dresten are receiving water as usual.
Success with Operation Re Ya Tswara Last week Friday and Saturday Burgersfort Police conducted an extensive operation around the Police Station’s policing areas. During the operation 11 cases of drinking in public were registered, one case of common assault were rported. A 26 year old male of Burgersfort was arrested. A case of attempted murder was also reported and a 22 year old male, also from Bugersfort was arrested. The Police also attended to two cases of people selling liquor without licenses. Five suspects were arrested in connection with a case of malicious damage to property. The incident relating to the arrrests took place at Steelpoort in January this year. The ages of the suspect vary between 40 and 45 years and they are all from Steelpoort.
Mr Lukas Tlolane, Animal Health Technician of the Department of Agriculture, was one of the department’s personnel who conducted rabies vaccinations at Ohrigstad this week. The department’s annual campaign against rabies has now been concluded.
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Business robbed On Tuesday morning a mealie meal depot in Burgersfort was robbed. The robbery happened at 07:30 when three men in between the ages of 24 and 34 entered the premises. They were carrying firearms. They demanded money from the staff at the shop and assaulted two of the workers. They were not seriously injured. The suspects took the money and took flight. No one has been arrested. Anyone with information about this case can contact Lt Mohale on 013 231 7231 or 082 402 8960.
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Above and below: The black board in one of the classrooms. A single shoe left at the scene.
On Tuesday morning Tubatse Primary School stood quiet and desolate in Manoke village. The words: “God is good all the time� still on one of the classroom boards. This school however was on Monday the scene of domestic violence turned deadly. Ms Edith Monyane who worked as a volunteer at the school, preparing food for the feeding scheme, was killed when her husband allegedly ran her over with a 4-ton truck, and pushed her through an outbuilding wall. According to a relative he also attacked her with a sharp object. Monyane died on the scene. This happened early in the morning, with school children witnessing the attack. Some of her familiy members told Platinum Gazette that the couple had been experiencing problems, but the family was trying to assist in resolving it.
They were very shocked at what happened. The suspect ran away after the incident, leaving the truck at the scene. By the time of going to press he had not been arrested. The children were sent home on Monday and on Tuesday the school was still awaiting guidance from the Department of Education on how to best handle the situation. The children were due back at school on Wednesday when they were to receive counselling. A memorial service was planned for yesterday. Anyone who can assist in locating the suspect can contact Lt Mohale on 013 231 7231 or 082 402 8960.
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Copper cables recovered On Thursday 9 February the Burgersfort SAPS conducted a Stop and Search operation. During this operation a vehicle with three people inside was stopped. In the boot of the vehicle a bag filled with copper cables were found. All three occupants of the car were arrested. They are all from Maandagshoek. They will appear in the Lydenburg Magistrate’s Court. The SAPS is appealing to communities to report copper theft.
Veld school at Pilgrim’s Rest 61 learners from the Grade 8 group in Calvin College visited the Environmental Educational Center in Pilgrims Rest last week. The learners’ first activity involved building a sustainable town using items found in the field. Monday night included a visit to the Historical Graveyard. On Tuesday morning, the learners were accompanied on a 20km hike to one of Pilgrims Rest’s best kept secrets, a waterfall tucked away in the mountains. Once there, everyone cooled down in the crystal clear water. Tuesday afternoon was filled with fun water sports on the riverbank and swimming. The learners hiked to the Diggings Museum on Wednesday morning. The tour guide gave
a demonstration of how panning is done. An interesting afternoon of treasure hunting awaited the learners after lunch. They demonstrated their stealth abilities during the evening’s “Stalk the Lantern”. Thursday involved a military inspired obstacle course during which the learners were covered with mud. Once learners were clean, they were allowed to spend leisure time in the town. The groupdeparted on Friday morning.(Photographs and information: Calvin College)
Lt SG Mohale with the copper that was recovered.
INVITATION TO TENDER The Limpopo Legislature invites suitable service providers for the following tenders: 1. Travel Services a.
LIMPOPO LEGISLATURE hereby request for proposals for the rendering of a comprehensive travel management service by a travel agent registered and accredited with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Association of South African Travel Agents (ASATA). b. The bidder must attach written confirmation of registration and accreditation with ASATA and IATA and submit the respective registration numbers and date of first registration to the Limpopo Legislature. c. The services required include the provision on a Domestic and International basis of i. Air travel ii. Car/Vehicle rental with/without a provision for a driver. iii. Shuttle/Transfer services and iv. Accommodation d. Time frame: The proposed contract will be for a period of two (2) years. A non-refundable cash deposit of R500.00 must be paid for the document. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 15 February 2012 at 09h00 in the Big Boardroom (Ground Floor) committees.
1. Important Information: Your Tender should be dropped in a sealed envelope in the Legislature Tender Box, situated at the entrance of the Limpopo Legislature at Lebowakgomo Government Complex, which is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, on or before 11H00 on the 5 March 2012. Contact Persons: Legodi M.N. (015) 633 8125 or Boshomane T.P (015) 633 8021
2. Internal Audit Services The objective of this tender is to appoint a service provider for the provision of the Internal Audit services to the Limpopo Legislature. The duration of the contract is to run for a period of three years. The appointed service provider will be required to, but not limited to: · · · · · · ·
Develop a three year risk based Internal Audit strategic plan Develop a detailedInternal Audit annual plan indicating scope of each audit assignment Propose annual budgets for the duration of the contract Report to the Head of Internal Audit and the Audit Committee Liaise with External Auditors (Auditor General) to avoid duplication of work To enter into the Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Limpopo Legislature A compulsory presentation of proposals will be held at Limpopo Legislature A non-refundable cash deposit of R500.00 must be paid for the document. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 15 February 2012 at 09h00 in the Big Boardroom (Ground Floor) committees.
2. Important Information: Your Tender should be dropped in a sealed envelope in the Legislature Tender Box, situated at the entrance of the Limpopo Legislature at Lebowakgomo Government Complex, which is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, on or before 11H00 on the 5 March 2012. Contact Persons: Legodi M.N.: ( 015) 633 8125 or Ngonyama H: ( 015) 633 8081
Accommodation @ Riba Cross Rooms available next to the road Facilities: Shower, toilet, basin, build-in (wall) wardrobe and zink. Including water and electricity. Price: Start at R1500 per month. Contact: 082 558 7643
17 FEBRUARIE 2012 Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine’s Senior General Manager, Mr Francois Uys, hosted the mine’s Bi Annual Stakeholder Breakfast at Didingwe River Lodge near the mine this week. Apart from senior management at the mine and important stakeholders, the event was also attended amongst others by Sekhukhune District Executive Mayor, Mogobo David Magabe and Greater Tubatse Municipality Mayor, Nkosi Josias Mahlake with their entourages and members of the media. Mr Uys informed all present of the
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towards employing contractors permanently to have better control over operations, but continuing with the empowerment of people through education to equip them to run their own businesses. On mining safety mr Uys told his adience that more people gets killed on the roads around the mine than at the mine itself (1 000 000 fatality free shifts has been reached) and that the mine has started an initiative to educate people not to drive too fast and reckless. He also expressed his concern over the condition of the roads. He also explained to the audience how the company
will approach housing for mine employees and the investment the mine will make in Lydenburg and Burgersfort to enable employees to buy houses, susidized by the mine. Mayor Magabe reiterated his view that partnerships with with private sector are essential for gevernment to stimulate development and create a life better for all. He thanked Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine for it’s efforts in this regard and referred to President Jacob Zuma’s State of the Nation Address wherein the specifically mentioned the Steelpoort area that is targeted for future development.
Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine updates stakeholders
From IT to cattle farmer
“Farming has always been in my blood”. This is according to Mohlaka Lucas Makuwa (36) who is a young cattle farmer at Orhigstad on the border of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. Makuwa who was born at Ga -Phasha Village near Steelpoort, said he started saving money when he was still working as an IT technician in Johannesburg. Born at a very remote and rural village, Makuwa, was not born with a silver spoon in his mouth. He said he grew up like any other village boy and herded his father’s cattle while he was young. He said he started with a piggery project in 2000 and changed to cattle farming in 2005. “Each month I would buy two cattle and that is how I started my farming mission. Today I own a herd of 300 cattle, sheep and goats and my intention is to become one of the biggest cattle farmers in this area. His herd comprises of Brahman, Nguni, and Photograph and article: Doc Marebane
Bonsmara. I’ve also started a cross breeding project involving Bonsmara and Chianina cattle. Another priority is also to improve boundary fences and start a game farm on the same farm and breed Sable, Black Impala and Nyala”. He said. His efforts did not go unnoticed as the Department of Agriculture leased this aspiring, determined and promising youth farmer a 1700ha farm in Orhigstad. He has employed three permanent employees intend expanding and employ more. He has moved to the farm about a month ago and according to him, he is optimistic that he farm will grow from strength to strength. “I used to have water and grazing space challenges at the previous farm at Dithamaga farm near Steelpoort, but now things seem promising and I’m looking forward to a good relationship with my new neighbours”.
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Lions and Tigers fight it out Calvin Prep School in Burgersfort held their house sport on Friday last week. Their two teams, the Lions and the Tigers participated in various field and track items. The immense heat of more than 45 degrees celcius also forced various water breaks and ice lollies and medals were given as incentives for the winners.
Valentine at Calvin Prep School Calvin Prep School celebrated Valentine’s Day this year by dressing up. The best dressed learners from each grade was also chosen. Each child received a card with the following message: Valentine stands for - ‘For God so loVed the world that He gAve His onLy begottEn soN That whosoever believeth In him should Not perish but have Everlasting life. They also received a heartshaped candle to remind them to let their light shine in the world. (Photographs: Calvin Prep School).
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The new pink Bulls away jersey? The new Bulls away rugby jersey was revealed this weak and received a mixed reaction from the team’s fans. The new jersey will be a mix of Jacarandapurple, Very Berry and Fuchsia Rose. The new modern jersey was designed by Puma and the owners of the Bulls, the Blou Bulle Maatskappy, believes that they will now also be able to tap into an expanding women’s and youngster market. The jersey will only be worn when the team play games overseas. Locally they will still wear the traditional light blue jersey. Puma, the designers of the new jersey this week said that the idea is that the jersey’s design will distract their opponents. We asked readers what they think about the new design. Mr Emmanuel Mashaba said: “I think it looks good. They needed change. The team doesn’t change. We’ll still get the same performance”.
Mr Vincent Phale said: “The blue was the best. This one will confuse us. It is like in football. The Orlando Pirates play in black and white. When they wear red we get confused”.
Me. Charmaine Oelofse sê: “Ek like dit!”
Ms Itumeleng Nonyana said: “I think it is girlish. I don’t ike the colour. The blue jerseys were fantastic”.
Mr Johannes Masuku said: “It is okay. The colours are okay. I like the SA flag on it”.
Me. Margie Naudé: “Nou is hulle die Pink Bulls. We’ll have to shout: Pink & Blue Bulls here we go!”
Mnr Jan Jacobs sê: “Dit stink. Dis regtig nie mooi nie”.
Ms Emma Ngwenyama and Ms Martha Mnisi said: “Dit is mooi. It’s superb. They will now stand out!”. Mnr. Hannes Venter sê: “Ek dink dis baie nice. Dit pas by hulle. Ek skree vir die Vrystaat”.
Links: Me. Konny Vermaak en Me. Emmie Burger sê: “Ons hou nie daarvan nie. Dis girlish. Hulle is mos manne. Wil hulle manne of muise wees?”
Mnr. Piet Steyn sê: “Die Blou Bulle moet blou bly! Ek hou nie van die kleure nie en sal nooit so ‘n ding dra nie. Dis vir vroumense”. Me. Tillie Steyn sê: “Ek hou daarvan. Hulle moet ‘n bietjie anders wees”. Links: Me. Mandy Byliefeldt sê: “Ek is ‘n Stormer, so vir my lyk dit mooi”. Me. Sonja Manzi sê: “Jy kan sien die afrigter is weg. Nou is die colours sommer ook gechange - nogals na pienk! Dit lyk soos onderklere!” By haar is Renclynn.
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Uitnodigingsport op Ohrigstad Laerskool Ohrigstad het Woensdag ‘n vriendskaplike atletiekbyeenkoms aangebied. Laerskool Lydenburg, Laerskool Burgersfort, Laerskool Mariepskop en Steelpoort Akademie was genooi. Mariepskop kon ongelukkig weens ‘n pad wat gesluit is, nie die byeenkoms bywoon nie. Me. Ronnie Ferreira, Ohrigstad se skoolhoof het almal bedank wat gehelp het om van die dag ‘n sukses te maak.
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Food poisoning, may especially occur in areas with high temperatures where food or water has been contaminated with certain types of bacteria, parasites, viruses or toxins. Most cases of food poisoning are due to the common bacteria called Staphylococcus or Escherichia coli (E. coli). Causes and risk factors Food poisoning are commonly recorded after eating at picnics, large social functions or restaurants. Often more than one person is affected. Bacteria can get into the food in different ways such as when the food is being processed, water that is used during gowing or shipping that may contain animal or human waste, the improper handling of the food during preperation. Food poisoning can occur from eating or drinking. People who are not washing their hands properly before working with or consuming food are at risk of contracting food poisoning. The use of unclean cooking utensils during the preparation process is another risk factor. Risky foods include: dairy products or foods with mayonnaise that have been out of the refrigerator for too long. Frozen or refrigerated foods that are not stored at the proper temperature or are not reheated properly. Raw fish and raw fruits or vegetables that have not been washed well. Undercooked eggs, water from a well, stream or untreated tap water. People that are the most at risk of contracting food poisoning are the elderly and children. People with a medical condition such as diabetes or kidney disease or struggle with a weak immune system are also at risk. Symptoms Symptoms depends on the type of food poisoning, but can include: abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever and chills, headache, nausea and vomiting, weakness. Treatment Tests may be done on your blood, stools, vomit or the food to determine the cause of the symptoms. Patients usually recover from the common types of food poisoning within a couple of days. It is important to maintain the proper amount of fluids in the body. An electrolyte solution sold in pharmacies could assist with replacing lost fluids and electrolytes in the body. In extreme cases a drip will will be used at a doctor or clinic to help replace fluids.
NOTICE AND INVITATION TO BID FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF MAPODILE SPORTS COMPLEX TO THE GREATER TUBATSE MUNICIPALITY [MIG/LP1227/CF/11/13] PROJECT
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1. Construction of Mapodile Sports Complex •
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R500 each (Nonrefundable)
Compulsory Briefing Session: Greater Tubatse Old Municipal Council Chamber, Burgersfort on the 21 February 2012, Tuesday, at 09H00
EVALUATION AND ADJUDICATION CRITERIA Bids shall be evaluated and adjudicated in accordance with the Greater Tubatse Municipal Supply Chain Management Policy as amended, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 5/2000, responsiveness to the bid document (s), and on a 90/10 points system, of which the 90 points will be price and 10 points for B-BBEE Level Contribution as determined on the B-BBEE Certificate.
CLOSING DATE AND OTHER CONDITIONS 1. This bid is restricted to the contractors with a CIDB grading of 4CE or higher and bidders must have in their employ, staff satisfying the requirements of Labour Intensive Infrastructure Projects (Act No. 75 of 1997) as promulgated in Government Gazette Notice No. P64 of January 2002 and bid documents will be on sale for a non-refundable fee of R500.00 each from Tuesday the 21 February 2012 at the Cashier’s Office, Greater Tubatse Municipality, Lower Ground, 1 Kastania street, Burgersfort, from 08H30 to 15H00 during week-days. 2. Bids will be closed and opened in public on the 09 March 2012 at 12H00 and must be fully priced, signed and sealed in an envelop, appropriately marked the name of the bid tendering-for and deposited in the Municipal Tender Box which is available 24/7days a week at the reception of the Greater Tubatse Municipality as detailed on 1 above. No faxed, e-mailed, telephonic or late bids will be accepted. 3. The municipality has no obligation to appoint any bidder and reserves the right to appoint bidders individually and/or collectively to execute the above contracts, and negotiate further conditions and requirements with the successful bidder. 4. In terms of the National Treasury’s Regulation, no bid will be accepted from the persons in the service of state and bidders failing to comply with the requirements of the bid document will be submitting non-responsive bids. 90 working days after the bid closing date is our validity period. 5. Successful bidders who are outside the area of jurisdiction of the Greater Tubatse Municipality shall be required to sub-contract at least 30% of the scope of work to a locallySMME-based service provider registered on the municipal database. All bidding enquiries should be directed during working hours from 07H30 to 16H00 to O N MOSOMA at 013 231 1000 / 1231 or onmosoma@tubatse.gov.za and technical enquiries to P D Neluheni at 015 291 4365. Address: Kastania Street, Burgersfort PO Box 206, Burgersfort, 1150 Tel: 013 231 1000; Fax: 013 231 1467 Website: www.tubatse.gov.za
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Kruine atletiek op Betrekkings/Vacancies VACANCY Steelpoort Steelpoort Akademie het Maandag die Kruine atletiekbyeenkoms teen Laerskool Lydenburg aangebied. Die skole het in goeie gees teen mekaar
meegeding en ten spyte van hoë temperature was daar goeie prestasies. Imas was die dag se borg en Steelpoort Akademie het hulle vir hul bydrae bedank.
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MOTOR VEHICLE SALESPERSON Requirements: Must be bilingual Have good communication skills Be well presented Previous franchise experience will be advantageous Please fax a 1-page CV to: 086 669 2119 Closing date: 2 March 2012
Phokathaba Platinum (Pty) Ltd is an incorporated Joint Venture Company established under the Shareholders Agreement between Limpopo Platinum Holidings,Mandaagshoek Community and Smokey Hills Platinum (Pty)Ltd.
GENERAL ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR Requirements: N4 Electrical or Mechanical trade, would be preferred but not a must have,5 years experience as a GES, preferably in a trackless, mining environment; must be self motivated and able to work independently; must be medically fit and must have own transport; must be able to read and write English. Must have ability to supervise engineering team surface and underground, control budget,control contractors and TMMS.Candidates must be willing to work overtime, good safety track record.
CHIEF SAFETY OFFICER Requirements: Valid Blasting Certificate , National Diploma in Safety would be preferable, at least 3- 5 years experience as a Chief Safety Officer, preferably in a trackless, mining environment; must be self motivated and able to work independently; must be medically fit and must have own transport; must be willing to work overtime. Successful candidate will be expected to drive the Health and Safety Strategy, Legal Compliance of the Mine and Supervision of the Safety Officers.
SAMPLER ASSISTANT Requirements: Ability to read and write English . Minimum Standard 8 (Grade 10) . Previous Underground work experience will serve as added advantage.Must be medically fit and be willing to work overtime as and when required to do so. Phokathaba Platinum offers a competitive remuneration package, commensurate with positions. Closing date 27 February 2012 Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Should you not hear from us within 7 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. In terms of the Company’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups. Please e-mail your CV to smakhunga@platinumaus.com or Fax to 013 230 7450.
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Kitsgids na Nooddienste/ Important numbers: Burgersfort SAPS OhrigstadSAPS Roossenekal SAPS Mecklenburg SAPS Eerstegeluk SAPS Tubatse SAPS Sekhukhune SAPS Leboeng SAPS Maartinshoop SAPS Dilokong Hospitaal/Hospital Mecklenburg Hospitaal/ Hospital Burgersfort Kliniek/Clinic Water & Sanitation Disaster Management - (Ambulance & Fire) Electricity (Eskom)
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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: adverts@platinumgazette.com • Fax: 086 554 9031
Adverteer/Advertise hier/here: 1.Sport Klubs /Sport Clubs 2.Betrekking/Vacancy 3.Dienste/Services 4. Oornag Akkommodasie/ Overnight accommodation
5. Troeteldiere/Pets 6. Persoonlik/Personal 7. Allerlei/Miscellaneous 8. Gesoek/Wanted 9. Te Huur/To Rent 10. Te Koop/For sale
9. Te Huur/ To Rent
10. Te Koop/ For Sale
Springkastele te huur. Vyf verskillende soorte. Steelpoort/ Burgersfort. Kontak Bianca, 082 558 9129.
Beds from R1000, Bedroom Suites from R1000, Home Theatre Speakers (small) from R150, 54cm TV from R450, Filing cupboard from R600, Office Chairs from R300. Much more in store! New and secondhand furniture. Visit Furniture Traders Burgersfort. At the back of Capitec and old ABSA Bank (old Post Office Building). Tel: 072 781 1236
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Betrekkings/Vacancies
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SALES REPRESENTATIVES SENIOR ADMIN CLERK Vacancies for Sales Reps exist in the Steelpoort, Polokwane area. Relevant experience will be advantageous in above positions. A vacancy also exists for a Senior Admin Clerk with relevant experience in computer skills, Pastel / IQ Enterprise, book keeping and accounting, organizing the daily office operation of a new branch in the Steelpoort office park situated across the road from Lion Smelter. Minimum experience of 3-5 years is required in similar position for this vacancy. Self-motivated individuals with relevant qualifications, own transport and experience can fax CV to: 014 592 1169 Market related basic salary with commission and benefits will be applicable. Standard conditions of employment apply.
ELECTRICIAN Role Purpose: To ensure the optimum availability of specified engineering equipment at the lowest cost and at the optimum reliability levels. Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for Reading and Interpreting Electrical drawings. Install and commission electrical equipment and control devices, AC Machines and control gear, DC Machines and control gear. Install, joint and terminate Low and Medium Voltage cables and conductors. Maintain, fault find and repair single/three phase AC Machines and control gear. Prepare to work shifts from time to time and standby duties. Diagnose and repair faults on equipment and machinery during production/ operations. Conduct a continuous risk assessment in a workplace.s. Requirements: In order to apply, you will need a NQF Level 4 qualification in the Electrician Field. Trade Test Qualified: Electrician. Valid drivers licence and own transport. At least 3 years experience in the engineering environment as an Electrician. At least 2 years experience on Arc Furnaces will be an advantage. Conduct faultfinding on specified nequipment and executing repairs or replacements. The nability to work in a technical environment and apply ntechnical knowledge and skills to a new and changing situation. The ability to apply rational process thinking and analytical skills towards identifying the root cause of problems. General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may be one of the methods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the right not to appoint. Please forward your application to the HR Office, at fax: 013 230 7793 or e-mail: rlielies@asametals.co.za Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must accept that their applications were not successful.
PELLETISING PRODUCTION FOREMAN (C5) Role Purpose: To contribute towards business success by effectively controlling the Pelletising and Smelter operations via the SCADA system and initiating the required changes in operations as required by the system and metallurgical instructions to produce optimum Pelletising Plant output. Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for the the management of all the company management systems as well as integrated strategic managerial decisions as required to ensure the compliance with all requirements, including MHSA requirements. The incumbent will report to the Pelletising Production Superintendent. Pelletising on all daily activities required at the Pelletising and Sinter process. The incumbent will take responsibility on a shift or day basis for the production, operation and management of all relevant interfaces in the Pelletising and Sintering process. Requirements: In order to apply, you will need a Grade 12 Certificate with Maths, Science, and/or Accounting or equivalent qualification. 5 Years controller experience in Pelletising and Sintering OUTOTEC Technology process. English literacy. Computer literate. Supervisory experience. General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may be one of the methods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the right not to appoint. Please forward your application to the HR Office, at fax: 086 750 4941 or e-mail: mvaneck@asametals.co.za Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must accept that their applications were not successful.
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Local riders shine at schools show jumping competition Local riders participated in the SANESA Schools Show Jumping Competition that took place at Badplaas last weekend. Micaela van der Merwe (far bottom right) took part and with her horses Superstar and Prince of Arcole she took a first, second and three third places. She also came fourth in
another category. Riders from Letabo Perr represented Joshua Generation Academy. Gina-Mari Oosthuizen (below) received a second place in 60cm show jumping. Jessemay Moore (right) and Yolande Nel (bottom left) both took part in the 70cm show jumping. (Photographs: Joshua Generation; Mari van der Merwe).
Tubatse Chrome Golf Club prize winners The Tubatse Chrome Golf Club held their AGM and prizegiving ceremony on Saturday last week. The 2011 Better Ball Champions for 2011 were P.van Staden and J. Ismay. The Women’s Club Champion for 2011 was D. du Preez. The Men’s Club Champion for 2011 was M. van Rooyen. The Captain’s Cup Champion 2011 was D. du Plessis. Chrome B was also the Lowveld and Mpumalanga league champtions for 2011. This team was honoured with trophies as well as photographs that will be placed in the Club. Various divisional champions were also named of which S. Mafolo was one. The new Club Committee for 2012 are: J. du Preez (Club Captain), D. du Preez (Women’s Club Captain), J. Swanepoel (Chairman), W. Montgomery (Secretary) and additional members C. Knoetze, J. Ismay, M. van Rooyen, W. Byleveld and J. Putter.
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SPORT SANESA Show jumping performers Last weekend local riders participated in the SANESA Show jumping championships at Badplaas. There were many excellent performances and both horses and riders stood out. On the left is Micaela van der Merwe with Superstar. Get more photographs and the results on page 11. (Photograph left: Mari van der Merwe).
Another win for Maatlopo United
After school athletics caused their game to move from Saturday to Sunday last week, Maatlopo United Football Club was ready to face Ngwaabe City Motors. Both teams started on a good note and an early goal from Manuel Malatji broke the ice in the 10th minute. The visitors picked up their defence and in the 25th minute they also managed put a score on the board. Mojalefa Seologa of Maatlopo took the score to 2-1 in the 35th minute, but by half time the visitors were able to even out the score to 2-2. During the second half both teams tried their luck with counter attacks. In the 70th minute Nkatla Baloi scored for Maatlopo United. This week on Satuday 18 February, Maatlopo will play against Material Black Chiefs at ga-Masemola. They are asking all sports loving people to come and support them. Enquiries: Jimmy Makola, 082 407 6226/071 035 4246. (Submitted by: Jimmy Makola).