Keeping TRAC of Old Joe’s first paintcoat with SPAR
Today's Old Joe is proudly sponsored by SPAR
Lowvelder readers stand a chance to win a SPAR voucher to the value of R1500. All you have to do is look for your hidden Old Joe in today’s printed edition, and if yours has a Lowveld Media stamp on it, and you make it to our office first, you’ll be a winner!
If you are one of the lucky readers to find a stamp in the upcoming editions, make your way down to our office with your stamped newspaper and Old Joe 90 map to prove that you are participating in the competition.
When construction of the first network of national roads was undertaken by the government of the then Union of South Africa, one Johannes “Joe” Barbas ended up as the contractor for the section leading to the Lowveld via Schoemanskloof. At that stage all the roads were gravel.
This unique first example of Old Joe is sponsored by SPAR, by itself an old Lowveld institution since 1964.
Early photographs like this one of the first Old Joe paintings are rare. It shows an early landmark to the Lowveld, welcoming tourists travelling east. Today we are grateful to TRAC (Trans African Concessions) for maintaining this tradition and securing Old Joe in an safe enclave next to the busy N4 for all to stop, relax and appreciate his latest guise.
SPAR is very proud to be part of this amazing community initiative. Celebrating 50 years of serving their community!
From the very beginning they’ve prided themselves on the importance of establishing a caring and highly productive environment for their valued customers.
They source the finest produce, freshest meat and daily baked goods, at the right price-paired with their efficient and dedicated staff, they hope to accommodate their customers’ every requirement.
SPAR is committed to social, economic and environmental sustainability!
SPAR’s Community
There’s something different about shopping at SPAR, that’s because they’ve created culture of caring and community to ensure their customers have a consistently enjoyable shopping experience in a uniquely friendly and family orientated store.
Nothing means more to them than their valued customers and they believe in going the extra mile to give them the best. From sourcing the finest products to providing willing and efficient staff who take a personal interest in their customers’ needs.
SPAR’s Promise
While striving to give their customers an enjoyable and memorable shopping experience, they also offer more than 1000 exclusive SPAR Brand products, available at stores nationwide.
Their goal is to provide their customers with unwavering quality of the highest standards, complemented by excellent and personalized service in a warm and inviting, community environment.
