Old Joe, a man-shaped stone at Patatanek near the top of Schoemanskloof, was recently seen holding a copy of Lowvelder.

This roadside feature is known for having different looks over the years to showcase people and events.

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In celebration of Lowvelder’s 140th anniversary, well-known artist Wouter de Witt, also known as Ghost, brought the feature to life and the paint supplies were sponsored by TRAC.

Lowvelder, as it is currently known, was originally established as The Barberton Herald & Transvaal Mining Mail. Since May 4, 1886, when the first issue appeared, the newspaper has never stopped publication, apart from three years during the Anglo-Boer War.

Over the last 10 years, the publication has grown in the digital world and has continued to thrive in print.

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Lowvelder plans to have a big celebration and looks forward to the next 10 years.

Legend has it that Old Joe looks after road users on the N4 Toll Route, so make sure to hoot or wave to him over the Easter weekend to ensure a safe journey.