Local news
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Crossroads teacher believes connection comes before learning
Local newsFrom funny voices to life lessons, Grade 1 teacher Emily Jacobs is helping young learners thrive, both inside and outside…
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Brixton Library redevelopment nears completion
Local newsThe City of Johannesburg hopes the redevelopment will create a lasting community asset for generations to come, providing residents with…
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Melville meeting highlights civic participation and service delivery concerns
Local newsThe MRA hosted a community discussion with DA mayoral candidate Helen Zille on Johannesburg's future, with residents raising concerns about…
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Fairland Estate gabions project stalls again as Zille highlights contractor payment concerns
Local newsDemocratic Alliance mayoral candidate Helen Zille visited the site recently to ascertain what is causing the delay, to discover R7m…
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Drive urges Fairland residents to donate as local shelter needs grow
Local newsA community awareness campaign at Cresta Crossing Centre highlighted the growing pressures facing local shelters, with residents encouraged to continue…
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Fairland residents fear ongoing inaction over dumpsite is eroding public trust
Local newsFor many Fairland residents, the issue is no longer only about illegal dumping, broken fencing, and neglected public spaces. They…
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Albertsville and Albertskroon residents let police know about their concerns at community meeting
Local newsSergeant Benneth Maluleke warned that communities cannot expect action if incidents are only discussed on WhatsApp groups and not formally…
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Questions ring as hundreds of Malawian nationals shelter in a Newlands church
Local newsA church in Newlands became temporary shelter for hundreds of Malawian nationals, resulting in community members voicing concerns as emergency…
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Northcliff High learner finds her spotlight in Sister Act lead role
Local newsPalesa Taule says landing the lead role of Deloris in Sister Act helped reignite her passion for theatre.
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Fairland residents raise safety concerns over expanding informal taxi holding area near homes
Local newsResidents are calling for urgent intervention after taxis relocated from the informal Smit Street rank began gathering near homes and…
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Northcliff’s Shaan Strydom dives into adventure
Local newsThe annual Polar Bear Dive saw Northcliff learner Sean Strydom combine his love of diving with helping to keep Emmarentia…
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National Student Financial Aid Scheme breaks silence on accommodation top-up dispute
Local newsNSFAS says it is aware of reports that UJ students of private accommodation providers were asked to pay accommodation top-up…
