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Shop where Burgersfort, Morone Centre South Africa shops! Tel: (013) 231 8090 or 087 808 4022/3 This week’s news in the area was dominated by mines and their roles in their various communities, with Twickenham Platinum Mine annoucing a R40 million bursary project for learners in the mine’s immediate vicinity (right), while a large number of the big brass currently embroiled in the nationalisation debate visited Maandagshoek on Sunday to open the new R64 million rand tarred road (built by Modikwa Platinum Mine) connecting villages with the R37 (bottom). Read more inside today’s issue.
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Not only politics and the economy made news this week. On Sunday christians in and around Burgersfort partook in a peaceful march from four directions to the cross up on the hill in the centre of town. In the photograph a horn is sounded during praise and worship on the hill. More photographs inside. ... and for those with time and transport it was playtime when the higher areas around Lydenburg, Dullstroom and Steenkampsberg pass between Lydenburg and Roossenekal was covered in snow on Monday and Tuesday. Lucky ones, those with time and transport ... (Photograph by Christo van Graan, Burgersfort)
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Executive Chairman of African Rainbow Minerals, Mr Patrice Motsepe (left), talks to Bishop Engenas Joseph Lekganyane of the Saint Engenas Church, while Deputy President, Kgalema Mohlanthe, listens. In his speech the Deputy President told the audience that projects like these are good, but that more should be done to create jobs (bottom left). The bishop concluded the proceedings of the day with a prayer service.
R65 million road opened
Limpopo MEC for Roads and Transport, Pinky Kekana, waves to the crowd (top). Mr Motsepe gives a thumbs up during his speech (bottom).
ANCYL leader Julius Malema and ARM CEO, André Wilkens have a chat (bottom).
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African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) and Anglo American Platinum Limpopo Premier, Cassel Mathale (bottom left), told the crowd that eventually the economy Limited, (Joint Venture Partners in needs to develop to be sustainable without minerals. Winnie Mashaba performs (bottom) the Modikwa Platinum Mine), in partnership with Greater Tubatse Local Municipality hosted the opening of the new Maandagshoek community road last Sunday. The road was was funded by African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) through its subsidiary, ARM Mining Consortium, and Anglo American Platinum. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries including business, religious, traditional, national and local leaders.The road links up some of the villages in the area to the main provincial road. Construction of the road took 14 months and approximately 400 construction jobs were created. Patrice Motsepe, the Executive Chairman of African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) said, “The seven local communities in the area neighbouring Modikwa Platinum Mine own 17% of ARM Mining Consortium which translates to 8.5% of Modikwa Platinum Mine. The local communities identified the building of the road as an important initiative to improve the living conditions and mobility of the people in the area. Vishnu Pillay, Executive Head: Joint Ventures of Anglo American Platinum Limited said, “Anglo American Platinum and ARM is a story of a mining partnership working together for the success of the community and country. The construction of the road is a wonderful example of creating shared value between the mine and community where both can use the infrastructure for mutual benefit.”
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R40 million for skills ‘Learners also have a responsibility’
One of the groups that received certificates (bottom).
Anglo American Platinum has committed itself towards skills development in the immediate vicinity of Twickenham Platinum Mine by making available R40 million per year for a bursary scheme. The Twickenham Programme manager, Mr Masala Mutangwa (top left), told senior learners and their teachers in the area that the mine, which will only come into production in a few years time, will need lots of skills and that learners should work hard to qualify for bursaries that are available through the scheme. Mr Mutangwa said all the specialised skills can come from the area an need not be procured from outside if learners apply their minds to their studies. The scheme was welcomed by the Executive Mayor of Sekhukhune Distrtrict Municipality, Cllr Mogobo David Magabe (upper left) and Greater Tubatse Mayor, Cllr Nkosi Josias Mahlake (left). Cllr Magabe reiterated his long-held view of partnerships between business and government to alleviate poverty by equipping people with skills to obtain jobs. Education and traditional leaders at the event focused on the responsibility of learners who should apply them to their studies and work hard, thereby not wasting the opportunities that are created for them. At the event, which was held at the mine’s Twickenham Shaft, students that successfully completed a Basic Home Maintenance Programme, also received their certificates. After all the formal speeches all the neccessary information, appplication forms and requirements were given to learners and explained before lunch was served.
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Christians come together On Sunday 14 August 2011 various churches came together for a Jesus March. They walked from the three entrances of Burgersfort to the hill where the Dutch Reformed Church planted a cross in April this year. On the hill the group of approximately 150 people joined hands in prayer and worship. They specifically prayed for strength in carrying out the message of Jesus’ love and how he died on the cross for our sins as well as the eradication of racism in the Burgersfort community. Gatherings such as this will now take place more often. Churches who participated included the Dutch Reformed Church, Abundant Life Gospel Church, God in Action Baptist Church, Elshadai Lydenburg, Lewende Woord Lydenburg, Shakainah Worship Centre Praktiseer, Full Gospel Church, AFM Church, Harvest Ministries Pretoria, Church of the Children of God Penge. A visitor to the area, AndrÊ Mundel has been crossing
the country with a cross on his shoulder. He testified at church events over the weekend and on the way back down the hill gave residents the opportunity to also take up the cross and be reminded of what Jesus did for the world.
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Legal Aid South Africa Limpopo/Mpumalanga outreach Legal Aid South Africa hosted an outreach on Saturday last week. This was in line with its core mandate of delivering quality legal aid services to the indigent. Legal Aid South Africa hosted the public education outreach project with other government stakeholders such as Department of Justice, South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), Department of Safety, Security and Liaison –Limpopo, South African Police Service (SAPS), Department of Home Affairs and Eskom to educate the people of Dresden about their rights and responsibilities as citizens of this country. The South African constitution guarantees everyone a right to have a legal representation at state expense. The day began with presentations by stakeholders educating the community about various services that are rendered by their department’s as a capacity crowd of close to three hundred people heeded the call and attended in large numbers, services such as identity application, social grants and legal advice were rendered to the villagers. “Legal Aid Advice Line aims to assist poor South Africans with immediate legal advice. People earning less that R5000 per month would qualify for assistance. From experience, approximately 80% of people only require some legal advice in order to resolve/clarify their issues/problems. Where it is found that they would require a lawyer to take their matter forward, we will then link them to one of our experienced civil lawyers
at a centre closest to them” says Modimolle Justice Centre Executive Ms JET Maimela. “We say Thetha Nathi and everyone can now access legal advice at their fingertips, by simply dialling our toll free number 0800 110 110.The call centre operating hours are from 07:00 to 19:00 on weekdays, excluding public holidays.Women and children are usually the most affected groups in civil conflicts such as divorce and land disputes hence civil legal matters have become a huge priority for Legal Aid SA due to our human rights focus. With the increasing vulnerability of our children and the poor, it became inevitable that Legal Aid SA does something proactively to address these issues. Legal Aid SA has 64 Justice Centres and 64 Satellite offices nationwide, with the Limpopo/Mpumalanga region having nine centres including satellite offices in both provinces. “Our Justice Centres are in Thohoyandou, Makhado, Polokwane, Tzaneen, Modimolle, Witbank, Middleburg, Ermelo and Nelspruit. Satellite offices are in Musina, Lephalale, Mokopane, Lebowakgomo, Giyani, Phalaborwa, Eerstehoek, Groblersdal, Lydenburg, Bushbuckridge, Tonga and Secunda. Issued by Communications Department Limpopo/Mpumalanga Region. For more information, please contact Isaac Dhludhlu on 015 296 0117/082 408 7781 “Visit our website at www.legal-aid.co.za or call your Call Centre on 0800 110 110”.
Approximately 30 villagers attended the day’s event.
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Everything turned snow white As snow fell on the Longtom Pass, Steenkampsberg Pass and in Dullstroom everything was turned into a winter wonderland. Readers were quick to forward their photographs of the area to Platinum Gazette. The top two are of Steenkampsberg, bottom left of Longtom Pass and on the right in Dullstroom.
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Winterveld Recreation Club is the place to visit If you ever wondered where to go or what you can do in Steelpoort, you can stop wondering today! The Winterveld Recreation Club is the place where things are happening! The Club does not only have a restaurant with luscious dishes, but also conference and sports facilities. The Club can cater for any function big or small. They have an outstanding platter menu and is willing to produce any food requests you may have. Not too long ago Jak de Priester performed at the Club. And very soon, the now annual Winterveld Festival will be hosted by Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines at the Winterveld Recreational Club on the 3rd of September 2011. Last year the festival has proven to be a blast. This year will even be better. There will be entertainment for all ages. And do look out for entertainers such as the “Flooze”, Andriette Norman, The Southern Gypsey Queens and Wicus van der Merwe. For those of you that do not know where to find the Club, it is situated on the R36 only a few kilometers outside Steelpoort. The Manager, Johan de Necker, says they have made quite a few changes to improve the service offering. Johan and his team are committed to make your visit to the Club an enjoyable one. The Winterveld Club is also
available for year end functions. To make a booking, you can contact the Club on 071 4466 709 or 013 2307102 or e-mail your bookings to ecm.club@samancorcr.com. Please insure that you are a valid Club member since the Club Liquor Law states that it is a Member’s only Club. For those of you that is currently not a member all you need to do is full in a form, that is available at the Club’s office, and you will be issued with a membership card. Membership fees are R30.00 per month for the whole family including children under the age of 18. In our next issue, we will tell you more about the sport facilities and activities available at the Club. Don’t miss out on the Club’s Burger special on Mondays - buy any burger and get a plain burger for only R15.00. The Friday specials are very popular. The prices range from R40 – R60. Although the prices for the specials are low, the quality and quantity is superb. Happy hour is extended from 17h00 – 19h00 to ensure enough time to enjoy a drink with friends and family. While the parents are taking part in all the Club’s activities it is of great importance to keep a smile on the children’s faces, thus the Club has launched a colouring in competition. Everyone in the age groups of 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12 can enter and stand a chance to win the monthly price for their age category. The annual winners will be announced at the end of the year and the Club has got something big in store for them. There is also a activity book available for the older children to keep themselves busy with while the little ones are making friends on the jumping castle. The Club’s intent is to create a relaxed and homely atmosphere and ensure their members have an experience filled with fun, laughter and amazement.
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Tubatse Ferrochrome show women they are special Tubatse Ferrochrome celebrated Women’s Month this week at a special function at the Chrome Club. The women were treated to a day of things specially for them. On the programme was Dr Lorna Maphuthuma (photograph left) who spoke to them about Women and Hygiene. Her straight forward approach had the women in laughter time and again. Pastor P Marobane touched on the spiritual side of being a women in the hour she spend with the ladies. They were also treated to financial advice from representative of First National Bank and ABSA. Ms Juanita Erasmus of Tubatse told the women that they must appreciate the long way they’ve come into filling positions that were previously reserved for men. Only two of the women at the function has been working for the company five years or longer
Thorburn Security Solutions celebrates Women’s Day For many years Women’s Day Celebrations at Modikwa Platinum Mine was the highlight for the women in Thorburn in Mpumalanga Province. This year it was no different with Thorburn women attending the Modikwa Platinum Mine Women’s Day celebrations on 5 August 2011. The previous annual festivities at Modikwa Platinum Mine inspired the Pretoria based women to also share in Women’s Day festivities in 2011 and on 5 August 2011, under the guidance of Keitumetse Campbell (Human Resources Manager) women from Gauteng held a “festivity” at the Pretoria office. Thorburn Security Solutions Chairperson, Leba Mashao, was the guest speaker. Leba highlighted that “women should have courage in themselves, support and build one another and always go an extra mile to achieve anything that they want, because nothing is impossible.” The Pretoria function was very successful, a lot of potential was seen in the women and
one got to learn a lot about the women, their different backgrounds and difficulties they have experienced in life, which have made them to be phenomenal women. (Photograph and information: Dolf Scheepers)
Leba Mashao addressing the ladies in Pretoria
The Pretoria Ladies with Leba Mashao (Thorburn Security Solutions Chairperson – centre)
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ECM committed to empower women Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM) is dedicated and committed about Women in
Mining. ECM currently employ 280 women in positions right across the value chain of the business. Women accounts for 15% of the total workforce (which is much higher than the required target set in the Mining Charter of 10%). Women’s Day is a special occasion whereby the ladies of ECM are recognized for their contribution to the business, and had the opportunity to celebrate their gender. A very special day for the ladies was hosted by ECM and the Winterveld Recreational Club hall was turned into a spectacular sight. At first the ladies were motivated by Loraine Mphahlele, who is a professional entrepreneur and the
founder and Executive Director of Investments for African Women Holdings, to inspire and achieve their full potential. She highlighted to the ladies that they have a special gift of nurturing which forms part of a women’s make up, and that ladies should bring that special gift to the workplace to develop ideas, give life to new things, and to incubate ideas and implement them. She used an example of a lady who put five children through University by selling tomatoes. After her
inspiring talk, the ladies were entertained by the handsome Riba Cross Timers. The ladies thoroughly enjoyed the choir’s charm. Then the Riba Cross Civil Society Youth Choir energised the audience with their vibrant singing. Last but not least the ladies enjoyed a special lunch. As the ladies left the celebration, the words of Loraine Mphahahlele stayed with them when they remembered her saying: “Give a woman a house, and she makes it a home”.
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August 6 was yet another fabulous day for Women working at Modikwa Platinum Mine as they took part in commemorating women’s day. Though celebrated earlier, the spirit of this special day was seen in the beautiful traditional garments which was the theme for this year’s dress code. Women showed up absolutely beautiful as they recognized the heroism of the Women who came together in 1956 to protest against the then Pass Law that prohibited freedom of movement. It is in honor of the accomplishment that resulted from that day (August the 9th 1956) , that Modikwa Platinum Mine Management supported the women from all business units including contractors on site in celebration and commemorate this special day. Modikwa Business Leader, Mr Mandla Nxumalo on address encouraged women to take up the challenge of filling technical positions, which were previously dominated by men. He added that these positions have now been made available and reserved for women although the response from women has been very low and disappointing. He added that more women are needed in decision making positions to ensure a balanced organization going forward. “I look forward to your contribution in making Modikwa the best Mine to work for” he said. Among the planned activities for the day was a motivational talk from International motivational speaker, Business Woman, Mother and Spiritual Leader Mrs Stella
Phetla of Gateway International Ministries. Mrs Petla expanded on a number of topics starting from Knowing yourself, Don’t Worry, Cultivate Gratitude, Foster Forgiveness to Counteract Negative Thoughts and Feelings, Money Can’t Buy Happiness, Foster Friendship and lastly expounded on the famous quote by Billy Graham ‘Hot heads and cold Hearts never Solved anything” Dr Sylvia Phiri a Pastor, Medical Doctor by profession and Motivational Speaker shared with participants on living a healthy life style. She encouraged Modikwa Women to adopt a healthier pattern of living, i.e regular medical check-up amongst others; HIV/AIDS, breast exam, pamsmear etc. further warm women to avoid regular use of laxatives, smoking and drinking alcohol habit and should drink more water. Modikwa would like to thank all women who participated in ensuring success of the event.
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Will you continue to support the Springboks? Within a few weeks the Rugby World Cup will kick-off in New-Zealand. The Springboks are the defending champions, but in the past few games they’ve not been performing very well. Many reasons has been given for they poor perfomance in the current TRI Nations tournament. Despite this, the coach remains a strong believer in his team’s ability to do well in the World Cup in September. We asked readers whether they will continue to support the Springboks, even if they are performing poorly. We also asked their advice to help create the best team possible to defend the Cup next month.
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Mnr. Hannes Venter sê: “Ja, ek sal hulle nog ondersteun. Ek dink hulle moet John Smit uit die span haal”.
Mnr. Willem Montgomery sê: “Ek sal hulle ondersteun, maar ek beveel aan dat ‘n nuwe bokbreier sterk oorweeg word. Die ouer spelers moet aftree of eerder net raad gee en daar moet ‘n stel jonger bokkies opgelei word”.
Mr David Matemane said: “It is my country, there is no way I cannot support it. For them to perform well we need to support them - all of us - white and black. They need it to perform well”.
Mr Given Moraba, Mr Calmax Makabate and Mr Kleintjie Mametja said: “We are still supporting the Bokke. Mzanzi for sure. Proudly South African. They must believe in themselves and practice very hard. They are the champions of this trophy and they must believe it until the end. They must also go with God. Through Christ there is no failure. We wish them good luck. They are conquerors”.
Mr Doctor Masinga said: “Yes, I’ll support them. They must work hard and practice. They must listen to the coach although we don’t know if it is a good coach or not”.
Ms Zinhle Mangwane, Ms Rebeccah Mashaba and Ms Sarah Mashaba said: “Ja, we think and hope they will do good in the World Cup. We’ll be praying for them. They need to practice and fight for what they want, then they will win. You reap what you sow”.
Left: Mr Sydney Mhandu said: “We have to support them. They are lifting the flag. If we are not behind them, who will be? Maybe they will be motivated by our support. They will feel the responsibility to play well in the international arena”.
Ms Vinolia Thobejane, Ms Constance Magagula, Mr Judah Moshoane and Mr Andrew Moshoane said: “They are our boys and we’ll keep on supporting them. Once a Bok, always a Bok. Go Bokke go. Let’s not give critique for Div, give them all the support and confidence. De Villiers is a good coach. Let’s also support Rugby Fridays”.
Mnr. Louis Pieterse sê: “Ek sal hulle altyd ondersteun maar daar is nie goeie hoop vir hulle nie”. Links: Mnr. Ruan Viljoen sê: “Ek sal my volle ondersteuning vir die Bokke gee. Ek stem nie saam met die spankeuses nie. Daar is baie beter spelers wat nie in die span is nie wat die beker sal kan huis toe bring”.
Me. Chantelle Goodburn sê: “Ek is trots om ‘n Suid-Afrikaner te wees en daarom sal ek altyd die Springbokke ondersteun. Hulle sal hulle sokkies moet optrek. Raak ontslae van die ou spelers en kry varser lywe in die span”.
Mnr. Robbie van Vuuren sê: “Natuurlik moet ons hulle ondersteun, ons is SuidAfrikaners, maar daar is nie medisyne vir hoe hulle speel nie. Hulle moet net saam speel”.
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Shout-it-now at Calvin College Calvin College students this week participated in the Shout-it-now campaign. The campaign runs under the Aurum Institute and is currently visiting schools in the area. The students then watch a video and complete an interactive questionaire. Anonimity is key and fingerprints are used for identification purposes. The questionaire helps to create a profile for each participating individual. This is based on questions regarding sexual behaviour and circumstances which can elevate the risk of HIV infection. Each student then sees a counsellor who discuss the profile with them. Especially those with a high risk profile are encouraged to get tested and know their HIV status. Testing is voluntary and the results are kept
confidential. Should a student test positive they will be given support and guidance. Follow-up visits are also done, although this is done outside the school. The school also receives feedback, but no names are ever disclosed to the teachers or governing body. On Monday when Platinum Gazette visited the school, the students were very positive and almost everyone happy to get tested and know their status. After completing the session with the counsellors they also received a R10 Shoprite shopping voucher an armband with a slogan to remind them about keeping themselves safe. The whole high school participated.
Above and below: Happy to show off their shopping vouchers and armband after a session with the Shout-it-now group.
‘Out of the way, I know first aid!’ Calvin College students received training in first aid. The course took place in May and grade 11 and 12 learners attended the programme. This covered a variety of topics such as CPR (Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation), chocking, primary and secondary surveying, wounds bleeding, shock, unconsciousness, fainting, fractures, burns as well as head and spinal injuries. The learners were given the opportunity to perform CPR on a simulation doll, named Peter. They also practised dressing different types of fracture wounds by pretending to be patients as well as using equipment such as a spider harness by strapping peers down. The learners and staff who attended had to pass a theory test as well as a practical demonstration. Their certification is valid The group of learners received their first aid certificates last week. for three years.
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Fotografie Klub Die Burgersfort Fotografie Klub se volgende vergadering vind op Maandag, 5 September plaas. Alle lede sowel as belangstellendes is welkom om dit by te woon. Dit sal om 18:00 by die Migmug Coffee Shop in Burgersfort gehou word. Daar word elke maand na ‘n ander aspek van fotografie gekyk en die lede leer by mekaar en oefen soms tegnieke. Die maand se foto tema is Painting with light. Die Platinum Gazette uitdaging is Local Wildflowers from Burgersfort, Steelpoort, Ohrigstad and surroundings. Vir meer navrae kontak Ruan Kleynhans by 083 276 1643; Daryll Geddes by 083 612 2021; Braam Matthysen by 073 582 3654; Jaco Smith by 079 697 7356 of Mark Geddes by 083 601 6158. Foto’s wat vir beoordeling ingeskryf word, moet teen Vrydag 2 September 2011 na adverts@platinumgazette.com gestuur word. Op-Wakker-Groep padstalverkope Die Op-en-Wakker groep vir bejaardes staan weer die laaste Vrydag van die maand by die Pure Plaas plaasstal buite Ohrigstad met hul kosverkope. Daar is heerlike vetkoek, pannekoek, gemmerbier, koeksisters, vars gebak en jaffles te koop. Die fondse word tussen liefdadigheid en die bejaardes se toer na Namakwaland verdeel. Winterveld Fees Die Winterveld Fees vind op 2 en 3 September by Winterveld Klub plaas. Hierdie jaar behoort dit weer ‘n groot geleentheid op die sosiale kalender te wees. Die Vrydag en Saterdag is daar ook ‘n mynbou en verbruikers expo wat saam met die fees plaasvind. Daar sal hope heerlike kos, vermaak en stalletjies wees. Kunstenaars soos Andriëtte, Sorina die Flooze, Southern Gypsy Queens en Wicus van der Merwe sal optree. Die Vrydagaand skop af met lekker musiek deur ‘n DJ en braaivleisvure wat vroeg aangesteek word. Vrydag se toegang is gratis. Saterdag se toegang is R30 per volwassene en R50 per kind (dit sluit alle kindervermaak en pretritte in). Saterdag is ‘n dag vol pret met die kunstenaar, kindervermaak, potjiekoskompetisie en die immergewilde ‘soapbox race’. Saterdag se verrigtinge begin om 08:00. Vrydag skop teen 13:00 af.Daar sal ook ‘n biertuin en ‘n Meneer en Mej. Winterveld Fees wees. Vir meer inligting oor die expo skakel Herman Bezuidenhout by 082 788 2832 en vir die fees Mariska Stickling by mariska.stickling@samancorcr.com Laerskool Ohrigstad Damesoggendtee Damesoggendtee te Hanna Lodge (Ohrigstad) vind op 15 Oktober 2011 plaas. Die dag se Gasspreker – Milan Murray. ‘n Ligte middagete sal bedien word. Koste van kaartjies beloop R150.00 Vir besprekings en verdere inligting kan die skoolkantoor gekontak word by 013 238 0020. Laerskool Ohrigstad revue Laerskool Ohrigstad bring ‘n revue op die planke op die 15de en 16de September. Almal is welkom. Kom kuier saam met ons in ‘n Franse dorpie en geniet die Kabaretmusiek. Vir besprekings en verdere inligting kan die skoolkantoor gekontak word by 013 238 0020.
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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. Email: adverts@platinumgazette.com • Fax: 086 554 9031 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 Let 10. Te Koop/For sale
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Daar is ‘n vakante betrekking vir ‘n administratiewe dame: Vereistes: Die persoon moet matriek hê, rekenaarvaardig wees en ‘n geldige bestuurslisensie hê. Die persoon moet ondervinding met kantoor adiministrasie hê. Die kandidaat moet goed tweetalig in Engels en Afrikaans wees. Ondervinding in MS Office programme sal ‘n aanwins wees. Salaris onderhandelbaar. ‘n Volledige CV met opvolgbare verwysings kan by Burgersfort Supa Quick ingehandig word of na 086 505 3994 gefaks word. Sluitingsdatum: 31 Augustus 2011 Indien u binne 21 dae na die sluitingsdatum nog niks gehoor het nie, moet u aanvaar dat u aansoek onsuksesvol was.
Betrekkings/Vacancies Some of the places we distribute newspapers: * Burgersfort SUPERSPAR * Boxer Stores Burgersfort * OK Grocer * 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 * Mecklenburg SAPS * Tubatse Village * Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court * Penge * Factory Shop * Dwarsrivier Mine * 4U Office National Burgersfort
REDPATH MINING (SOUTH AFRICA) (PTY) LIMITED Multi-disciplined International Mining Contracting Company JOB POSTING: TRAINING INSTRUCTOR/ASSESSOR - MOOIHOEK Reporting to: Training Coordinator Minimum qualifications and skills: Matric certificate or equivalent, Level 3 ETDP qualification, Registered with MQA as Assessor, Competent A & B, Med ically fit Experience: 5 years underground mining experience 2 years experience as a Training Instructor/Assessor Responsibilities: Training in the classroom and underground, On the job coaching, Assessing unit standards, Completion and submission of training documents, Drawing reports for the Training Coordinator Redpath Mining South Africa is an Equal Opportunity Employer CLOSING DATE: Friday, 26 August 2011 Interested applicants must forward a 2-3 PAGE RESUME to: The Recruitment Department E-Mail: recruitment@redpathmining.co.za or Fax: 0866486745 Please refer to this reference number when applying for the position. REF NO: TRN0200-MH If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.
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They could not hold up against the school from the north Steelpoort Academy’s under 11 cricket team played a league game against Phalaborwa Primary School on Thursday last week. Many no-ball and wide calls made for a
lengthy fielding period and the little guys could not manage to hold up against the school from the norht. They lost the game, but had a good time playing the sport.
Support them this weekend Steelpoort Academy’s cricket team will face Laerskool Lydenburg in Lydenburg on Saturday morning. The game will be played at Hoërskool Lydenburg. Go support them!
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Hervormde Kerk gholfdag ‘n groot sukses Verlede week Saterdag het die Hervormde Kerk hul jaarlikse gholfdag gehou. Ongeveer 40 spelers het die dag gespeel en die beste van die mooi weer gemaak. Die dag het ‘n American Scramble formaat aangeneem en die spelers het shotgun afgeslaan. Die wenners was: 1ste: Charl / JJ met 45 punte; 2de: Loralyn / Rob met 44 punte en 3de: David / Lukas met 43 punte. Die volgende borge wat die dag moontlik gemaak het word bedank: Hf Engin Repairs; Burgersfort Electrical & Plumbing; Dr Goosen; Tecseal; Icon Metal Works; Steelpoort Sewerage Services; Tyre Corporation; Tubatse Service Centre; Prestige; Pick & Pay; OK; Midas Steelpoort; Supa Quick Steelpoort; Thorburn; Swanscapes; Plant o Hire; Tubatse Ferochrome; Chrome Pro - Shop; Shield; Sanlam. Nog foto’s op bladsy 15.
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Flippie starting as a pro-am Flippie Nortjé recently finished his PGA studies at the Centurion Golf Academy. He is currently doing an apprenticeship under the guidance of Louis Coetzee.
Flippie started playing at the age of 8 when his grandfather, Flip taught him. Flippie now dreams of finishing his apprenticeship and eventually coaching players in the area. “Currently there are no Pro qualified coaches in the area and there is so much talent,” Flippie told the newspaper on Saturday last week. He will now be able to play in the pro-am league with events such as the Sunshine Tour. His handicap is a scratch. He will have to play four scores of 75 or better (player ability) and also have to teach or coach a specific amount hours before he’ll be able to qualify as a pro player. He hopes to achieve this by January or February next year.
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Kerk se gholfdag goed ondersteun Die Hervormde Kerk het verlede week Saterdag hul jaarlikse gholfdag gehou. ‘n Groot groep spelers het die dag ondersteun. Kry die uitslae en nog foto’s op bladsy 14.
Local rider at National Championships Danelle van der Walt and her horse Bronzed Beat competed in the National School Championship at Kyalami last weekend and finished an impressive 31st out of 69 riders, jumping 80cm and 90cm. Danelle is trained at Letabo per Riding school near Burgersfort. Her trainer Mrs June Lark said she was very proud of Danelle especially as this was her first national show.
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SPORT Goud vir karate Annemie en Michael Kaplan het verlede week Saterdag op Rustenburg aan ‘n Karate toernooi gaan deelneem. Die broer en suster het altwee met goue medaljes in die afdelings kata en komite weggestap. Hulle sensei is me. jolanda Hietbrink van die GSKA Karate Klub op Burgersfort.
They got the big one It took an hour to land the fish On the 6th of August 2011 the Modikwa Fishing Team went on another fishing trip at Doorndraai Dam. The following team members took part: JJ Smit, Leon Bona, Henry Coetzer, Bernie Gates, Mike Liebenberg, Jakkals Botha, Glen Abbot, Gideon Brown and Beyers Naude. This trip was more successful than last and the team used more advanced equipment supplied by Mike Liebenberg, JJ Smit (Skipper), Bernie Gates (Assistant) and Leon Bona for landing the fish. They caught a 14.1kg Carp, some Bass were
The Modikwa Fishing team.
also caught by JJ Smit and some Kurpers caught by Gideon Brown and Jakkals Botha. It took an hour to land the big one. The team would like to thank Mr. Mandla Nxumalo (Business Leader) and Mr. Kobus Vermaak (Business Area Leader - North Shaft) for allowing the team to go on this trip. Thank you also to the following sponsors for making it an even more successful weekend: Safety-T-Pack, Prodrill, High Point and D-Monati Chicken. (Photo and information: Willem Montgomery)