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Winter less bleak The prospect of winter became less daunting for a large number of people in the Steelpoort area when Ngululu Bulk Carriers donated blankets to the elderly during their annual blanket distribution drive. More photographs of this initiatives inside. (Photograph by Theresa Hartzer of Ngululu Bulk Carriers)
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Local papers exel at MDDA / Sanlam Local Media Awards Last week Friday the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) and Sanlam joined forces again to celebrate excellence in the local media industry of South Africa. The MDDA/Sanlam Local Media Awards 2012 included the inaugural Rantho/Letsebe Community Media Achievement Award and was presented at a gala dinner at the Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel in Durban. The Awards Gala Dinner was attended by the Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Obed Bapela, Chairperson of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Communications, Skhumbuzo Eric Kholwane, captains of the industry and over 300 editors, journalists, photographers and broadcasters from all provinces. The MDDA/Sanlam Local Media Awards bring together the more than 22 years of Sanlam Community Newspaper Awards and four years of SABC News/MDDA Community Media Awards) into one big event - the MDDA/Sanlam Local Media Awards in the best interest of developing grassroots/local media talent, celebrating and promoting excellence. The Awards are based on the acknowledgement of the different types of local media operating at grassroots: Community Media - in terms of the MDDA Act means any media project that is owned and controlled by a community where any financial surplus generated is reinvested in the media project; and “community” means a geographically founded community or any group of persons or sector of the public having a specific ascertainable common interest; Small Commercial Media (SMME) - in terms of the MDDA Act means independent media enterprises or initiatives that are run for personal gain as micro, very small or small businesses as classified in the National Small Business Act, 1996 (Act No. 102 of 1996). And Corporate owned local newspapers and magazines - which is locally distributed media by corporate media owners like Caxton, Media 24, Independent Newspapers, etc.
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This partnership between the MDDA, Sanlam and industry associations is a milestone in the pursuit of developing and promoting media diversity, and the celebration of excellence in the local media sector. This year, some 509 community and small commercial newspapers, corporate owned local newspapers and community radio stations from across the country as well as one from Namibia participated. No fewer than 921 individual entries in the typography, writing, photography and 79 entries for the radio categories (Best Community Radio Station, Broadcasting in Indigenous Languages, In-depth News Coverage and Current Affairs, and in Investigative Journalism) were judged. More than 213 photographs and over 79 radio programmes were also assessed individually. This makes the competition the largest of the many community/grassroots competitions held in South Africa annually. Platinum Gazette also entered the competition and exelled in the photogrpahy contest where editor William Zwart scooped the first place in the category for portrait (faces) photography. Rival newspaper, Steelburger / Lydenburg News, scooped the prize for the best front page in the free newspapers category (our congratulations to them - Editor). “Local newspapers in the Mashishing, Burgersfort and Steelpoort areas are not lightweights and face in many instances much more complicated challenges than other newspapers. Nevertheless we have been measured by the industry and found worthy of our readers” commented Mr Zwart after the awards.
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Foreign students visit Dwarsrivier Mine On 21 May, 25 students from 14 different countries around the world studying MSc Metals & Energy at the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College, London, and 3 professors visited Dwarsrivier Mine. The visit was hosted by Dwarsrivier Geologist, Christopher Letsoele, and the students spent the day underground after which they returned to Johannesburg and the UK. Professor Dennis Buchanan, who arranged this excursion, was thrilled that Mr Mthi Mtshengu, acting Senior General Manager, gave his approval for an underground visit because he had not been able to secure this with their other hosts. Professor Buchanan brought a previous MSc group shortly after Dwarsrivier Mine started up and said for him personally it would be of real professional interest to see how the operation had evolved since his last visit. Everyone was very impressed with the way Dwarsrivier Mine had progressed.
Students and professors from Imperial College, London with Dwarsrivier Geologist Christopher Letsoele (far right) in front of Dwarsrivier Mine Training Centre before their induction to go underground.
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Various roleplayers under the leadership of Tubatse Police Station continued with ttheir crime prevention campaign in the area this week. On Wednesday the learners at Batau Secondary School was made aware of isses such as crime, sexual abuse, domestic violence and the dangers of substance abuse and drugs. It was also explained to them how one ofthese problems and issues can lead to the other, destroying people’s lives.
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Thorburn breaks the ice “Ice Breaker� is what Thorburn Security Solutions call their Operations Manager for the Eastern Limb operations winter support program to security officers and community adressed the staff and patients expresiing the Thoburn members. This ranges from winter thermal underwear and desire to assist in communities where practical and gloves to Thorburn security staff to blankets and food to affordable He emphasized other projects where Thorburn community members. Since 2009, when blankets were also care. donated to orphans in Driekop cared for by the People Another highlight of the day was the support to the Against the Spread of HIV Aids and Starvation annual Maandagshoek Home Based Care Center where a few loyal winter projects were undertaken. In 2011 100 children and caring women look after more than 75 children of whom cared for by the Tukakgomo Classrooms - The HIV/Aids many are orphans or vulnerable children. A lack of support Care and Support Development Project (Eerstegeluk) and food supplies to this Maandagshoek Home Based Care received their blankets and food. Center was evident where the women try their best care In 2012, it was done differently - a new approach in a new for the children. The Thorburn Ice Breaker support included area thereby broadening the Thorburn support to a loaf of bread to each child, warm beanie (woolen cap) communities. Firstly has the Mapudima Community anda a blanket. Bakery in Driekop been supported when Thorburn Two long serving employees with more than 5 years service purchased 200 loaves of bread from the bakery. A great for Thorburn in specifically the surprise to the staff when production increased on 18 May Driekop Area, female security 2012 when 250 more than the 750 loaves normally baked officer Tebogo Maroga and Mr were bought by Thorburn Security Solutions. Proud and Moditjana Mapalakanye formed friendly staff treated the Thorburn team as if they were part of the Thorburn team doing community support. established and regular customers. The fist Thorburn stop was for the Thorburn Ice Breaker teamwas the Matsageng Clinic in the Seuwe Village in Driekop where 100 loaves of bread was donated to patients and staff from the village. The Thorburn team was awaited by very greatful directors from the Section 21 company representing communities around Modikwa Platinum Mine. Ellence Monyela,
(Photographs & article: Dolf Scheepers, Thorburn Security Solutions).
Ngululu is spreading warmth Ngululu Bulk Carriers in Steelpoort showed their warm hearts again last week when they donated warm blankets to needy families and pensioners in the area. The company CEO, Mr Freddy Sinthumule attended the function and helped to distribute the blankets. After
the hand-over everyone was treated to a hearty meal. Ngululu thanked everyone who contributed towards the success of the function. (Photographs: Theresa Hartzer, Ngululu Bulk Carriers).
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Here to make you smile Burgersfort Toyota this week launched the new Etios (see photographs) at their show rooms. Wednesday was declared the official ‘smile day’ and it was big smiles all around when clients came to see the new addition to the family. The Etios 1.5 is available in Sedan or Hatch models and is priced from R115800. Some Right: Mr Ephraim of the standard Selowe and Ms features on this Sonja Bester are the vehicle includes people at airconditioning, ABS, Burgersfort Toyota EBD and airbags. who will make sure To test drive the new that the applications Etios visit Burgersfort for finance of buyers Toyota in Dirk of the new Etios are Winterbach Street or processed call them on 013 231 professionally and 7207/8/9. as quick as possible. Right: Ms Charlotte Nkhumise and Mr Moses Mashego, Toyota sales executives with some of their clients at the launch on Wednesday.
Sweet cupcakes just for us Grade 00 learners of Joshua Generation’s Burgersfort campus had fun this week testing their creativity. They all decorated their own cupcakes and really enjoyed using their own skills. This forms part of the curriculum that our grade 00 learners follow. (Photographs and information: Joshua Generation).
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In Mom’s shoes Christian Youth celebrated
Calvin Prep School showed their appreciation for their mothers on 11 May when each student dressed up like their mother to compete for the World’s Best Dressed Mom. They showed off on stage, but at the end of the day Kgethego in grade 3 and Fortune in Grade 4 took the ‘glorious’ prize. (Photographs and information: Chevonne Boyens, Calvin College)
On the 15 May 2012, Calvin College had a Youth celebration in collaboration with Kohin and CYB (Christian Youth and Beyond). Because kids are expossed to and dealing with overwhelming negative issues, this celebration encouraged the learners to establiksh a strong sprititual foundation for growth and change in their lives. Through dance and drama, God’s love were demonstrated and made pratical to
all the learners, from grade R to grade 12. At the end of the performance and the Film (‘Courageous’), the learners split into small groups where the Kohin Youth Coaches and CYB students were the facilitators on specific discussions. These interactive sessions, taught the learners about God’s love, salvation and discipleship. (Photographs and information: Sunlie Sales, Calvin College)
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‘The Spear’: What do you think about it? A painting depicting President Jacob Zuma with his private parts exposed caused lots of controversy over the last week. The painting, titled The Spear, was painted by Cape Town artist Brett Murray and was displayed at the Goodman Gallery in Johannesburg. During the week three people were arrested after they painted over the painting with red and black paint as well as painting a wall outside the gallery. By the time of going to press court proceedings in the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg were in motion to decide whether the painting must be removed from the gallery and whether City Press newspaper should remove a photograph of the painting from its website. We asked readers what they thought about the issue. Mr Chama Mwila and Mr Aaron Siwale said: “It is wrong to do art like that. If it was his parent, would he have done the same? Would you be happy to see your father portrayed like that? He should have drawn Zuma with a suit. Why not draw Nelson Mandela or Thabo Mbeki like that? He is really abusing freedom of expression. Freedom of expression is a good thing, but it also need some discretion in the manner it is expressed. It is good, but at times it can be deadly”.
Mr Montoane Kgwete said: “It is really disgraceful. Because Jacob Zuma, besides being the President is a human being. How can the artist do something like that to the president? Will he paint his own mother or father in that fashion? I really doubt that. It is abuse of freedom of expression. It has gone too far”.
Mr Silas Maebana said: “I think they must not do this. It is not right to show someone’s private parts. They must respect the President. Zuma should sue that artist to show people they should not do it again. Young children will now disrespect him when they see him”.
? Ms Mahlatse Mashile said: “It is insulting. It is a big insult for the President”.
Left: One reader (his name is known to Platinum Gazette) who says he is a paid-up member of the ANC and cannot openly express what he feels without being victimized said: “I don’t think it is disrespectful. It is art. If you judge the President by his conduct he deserves it”.
Me. Jackie Pretorius en Mnr. Gideon Els sê: “Dit is ‘n mens se eie privaatheid en dit behoort nie so geskend te word nie. As mense hul net by hul eie dinge kan bepaal sal dit baie beter gaan”.
Ms Mmabatho Moela said: “It is fine to express our feelings but at the same time we need to know when to respect someone else’s feelings. What has been painted has been said before, why bring it up again? From a religious point for me it is wrong. We may not always feel Zuma is doing things right, but think of his families - wifes, children and grandchildren. It is invading his privacy. It is not like we are happy that he acted like he did in the past, but why bring it up again? It is also not only South Africans that are affected. Imagine what is going on about this in the press in other countries? South Africa will be tainted. Imagine if you one day want to go to a country like Sweden and you get there and they say: ‘Oh, you are from that country with that president that was painted with his private parts outside his pants”.
Mnr. Tinus Cronje sê: “Vir klein kinders wat dit dalk sou sien is dit nie goed nie. As hulle dit wil skilder hou dit privaat. Ek weet nie wat hulle probeer bewys nie. Die feit van naaktheid in ‘n publieke plek is nie goed nie”.
Regs: Mnr. Bongani Nkosi sê: “Ek dink hulle maak ‘n grap van Zuma. Hulle respekteer hom nie. Hy is darem die President. Hulle behoort nie so ‘n skildery te maak nie - veral nie van die hoof van die land nie”.
Mr Donald Selala and Mr Phineas Mashabela said: “We think it is a public gallery and there should be freedom of expression for the artist. It is someone’s choice to go and see the painting. From the other side it is bad for the President because he is politically connected. Personally we think it is wrong to display it”.
Left: Mr Thomas Mabaso said: “I’m a man. I don’t want to see a naked man - and I say it not just because it is the President in the painting. It should not be part of art or anything. Even in the garden of Eden it became a disgrace for Adam and Eve to be naked after they ate of the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge”. Right: Mr Justice Mohale said: “I think it is disrespectful. Drawing the private parts of someone. It does not show respect, despite his character Zuma is still the leader of the country”.
Above: Mr Jonas Strike said: “It is not our culture. It is just embrarrasing. You can’t be a leader if you are just a snakehead. It is disgusting”.
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St Andrews Parish hosts banquet
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Mampuru. Fr Sello will conduct the renewal of their vows. The evening also had some speakers behind the microphone. Mr Hykie Berg talked about a positive approach to life and Mr and Mrs Mahole about the Joys and Challenges of Marriage. The Catholic Young Adults would like to thank their sponsors for the support: They are: Samancor, Xstrata Lion, Powers and Phuti Industrial Suppliers, Dr Benny Choeu and Badikile Store. (Information & Photographs: Thembi Mafolo)
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Tubatse Build It soccer tournament The annual Tubatse Build It soccer tournament took place Robert Bosch, PPC, WHD, Prominent Internet Café, Buzi, on Saturday last week. This tournament for under thirteen Oasis Water and Factory Schop. teams is one of the most popular in the area. The (Photographs and information: Tubatse Build It and PPC). tournament was hosted at Sehlaku High School. The teams that participated and their results were: Riba School vs Bonankwe 2-1; Mafemane vs Thibedi 1-3; Moseu vs Mabjeakgoro 1-3; Marota vs Lesibe 0-2; Morwakgwadi vs Monametse 3-0; Thabane vs Makgalanoto 0-2; Mokopung vs Mogale 2-4; Mokobola vs Kwata 1-0. Last eight: Riba vs Thibedi 0-2; Mabjeakgolo vs Lesibe 1-2; Morwakgwadi vs Makgalanoto 5-6; Mokobola vs Mogale 0-2; Semi-final: Thibedi vs Lesibe 10; Makgalanoto vs Mogale 3-0. Final: Thibedi vs Makgalanoto 1-2. Makgalanoto Primary School stepped out of the tournament as the champions for 2012. The Man of the Match was Didimano Diddy. Tubatse Build It thanks the following sponsors: Sehlaku High School, Longtom Superspar, Duram, Tile Magic, Pick n Pay Steelpoort, Sasko,
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Joshua Generation plays cricket Learners from Joshua Generation participated in a ‘Play Cricket Day’ on 19 May 2012. The day was held at Steelpoort Academy. The day was organised by Deon and Marnel Hanse from Play Cricket. They extended their praise for the enthusiasm and sportsmanship with which everyone participated. Joshua Generation would like to thank all the parents and Steelpoort Academy for (Photographs and information: Tanya Finberg, Joshua Generation) their support.
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SAFETY OFFICER UNDERGROUND (C5 X 2) Role Purpose: Execution of the Safety Function for the Underground activities to ensure the provision and maintenance of an environment that is safe and without risk to health and safety of employees. Key Performance areas: The incumbent will assist with the development of safety initiatives for underground activities. Risk assessments, Aspects & Impacts Assessment. Root Cause Analysis, Incident Investigation and Reporting. Conduct Inspections and Audits. Record and Register findings. Assist with the drafting of standards and work instructions. Adhere to the Clauses and Regulations of the Mines Health and Safety Act. Improving the level of SHE Training in the company. Ensuring an effective Emergency Response component for the facility, with due consideration of the level of risk involved. Participate in the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Management program. Conduct meetings. Requirements: The candidate must have a Grade 12 certificate. Must be in possession of a Blasting Certificate and a Safety Officer’s certificate 1 & 2, Samtrac or equivalent. Hazard Identification and Risk assessment training. Accident/Incident investigation training. Must be computer literate in Word, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of the applicable Mine, Health and Safety Act and regulations for mining operations. Ideal: The ideal candidate will also be in possession of a recognised Fire Prevention Course certificate. Have experience in underground chrome or platinum mines. Have a national Diploma in Safety Management with 5 years appropriate underground experience. MQA Level 3 qualification in “Rock Breaking Operations”. Competent “A” & “B” certificates. 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, 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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Nuwe rugbytruie vir Laerskool Burgersfort Laerskool Burgersfort se 0/13 rugbyspan het hierdie week splinternuwe rugbytruie ontvang (foto bo). Dit is geborg deur Xstrata, Samancor, Burgersfort Toyota en Modikwa. Dit is ook dadelik ingespan vir ‘n vriendskaplike wedstryd teen ‘n span van Steelpoort Akademie. Die telling was 5-0 in Steelpoort se guns.
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SPORT Chrome Open champion crowned The Chrome Golf Club hosted the Chrome Open on 20 May. Justice Mashego from Pilgrims Rest was crowned the champion after a very grueling 36 hole competition. Players from various clubs, including Lydenburg, came to compete in the competition. They were welcomed to a very well groomed course that was found
very challenging by some players. The play started very early Sunday morning and the last four ball ended just as the darkness fell, almost preventing the players from finishing the course. This would have been sad as the winner for the day came from this group of players. The competition will be granted ranking status in 2013. Players on the amateur golfing tour in South Africa will then be able to get points if they compete in this open. Chrome Golf Club would like to thank all the players that competed in this great day. Results: Open Champion Gross: 1 - Justice Mashego 155; 2 - Obet Mashego 156; Gerald Joubert 162. Winners - Nett: 1 - Tim Marobane 141; 2 - Ben smit 147; 3 - David Digoro 149. AM - Gross Winner: Martin van Rooyen 80; PM - Gross Winner: Pierre van Staden 94. AM - Nett Winner: Johan Holscher Snr 74. PM - Nett Winner: Juan du Preez 76. (Photograph and information: Willem Montgomery. Willem Montgomery(left) and the Winner’s Trophy to Justice Mashego.
Samancor Chrome Eco Races On Saturday, 30 June 2012 the community of Tubatse will come together in a day of fun and spirit of togetherness for the first annual Tubatse Chrome Eco Race event. Proudly sponsored by Tubatse Chrome and cosponsors, Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines the event is hosted by the local Samancor Chrome Marathon Club. The races will include a 21km, 10km and a 5km family fun run/walk. The route for the 21km race starts in Eerstegeluk at the Maelebe Primary School with the first 5kms showcasing local village life, then crossing over the R555 into the grounds of Samancor Lannex Mine, through the scenic Tubatse Golf Club nature reserve area and ending at the golf course grounds. Willemien Potgieter, chairperson of the Samancor Chrome Marathon Club says: “Apart from hosting a day filled with fun and festivities the event is aimed at broadening the appeal for road running and walking within the local communities.” Registration forms can be obtained from The Tubatse Chrome Fitness Centre (Kenneth Moepeng at 013-230 8421), or Tubatse Chrome SHEQ Department (Tumelo Maebela 0132308391) or from Maelebe Primary School (Felicia Maloma 0726150199 / 082 2011043) or races@antsevents.com. T-shirts will be awarded to the first 250 participants over the finish line in the 21km,
10km and 5km Fun Run, as well as great cash prizes to category winners. Bring the family and join us for a day filled with fun and festivities in what promises to be the largest community event of its kind in the greater Tubatse area. Interested parties wishing to get involved in the Samancor Chrome Eco Road Races by means of co-sponsorhsip or waterpoints may contact the race organisers, Ants Events at 071 605 1507/6 or 082 557 9604 or email: races@antsevents.com.
(Photograph and information: Davida van der Walt, Tubatse Chrome)
Portia, the girl to watch in future races Modikwa Marathon Club athletes shined in Polokwane Portia Mabena, the youngest runner of the Modikwa Marathon Club came home a richer lady after winning the Junior 21km race at the Coca-Cola Mayors race in Polokwane last weekend. The race was Portia Mabena was hosted by the the first junior lady Mayor of home and won Polokwane, Cllr R5000 in prize Freddie Greaver. money.
The race is very popular because of its big prize money purse. Solomon Masedi, the club’s master runner (in the age group above 50 years) came third in the masters category of the 10km race. All the runners had a good time, and those going to the Comrades Marathon showed they are fit and ready. Results: Peter Molapo 01:14:16 (21km), Justice Phokane 01:29:14 (21km), Adolph
Boshego 01:37:39 (21km), Portia Mabena 02:02:28 (21km 1st junior lady), Victor Maroge 00:32:35 (10km), Ernest Mokoo 00:33:35 (10km), Surprice Makofane 00:35:25 (10km), Solomon Masedi 00:42:08 (10km 3rd Master).
(Photograph and information: Willem Montgomery)