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Professor highlights crucial role of African grasslands at Melville Koppies meeting
Local newsUrban development and agriculture continue to threaten vital ecosystems that protect water security and store carbon.
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Ancient Melville Koppies furnace reveals Joburg’s pre-colonial heritage
Local newsAn augmented reality reconstruction of an ancient iron smelter shows Johannesburg's rich history began long before the 1886 gold rush.
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Melville resident finds purpose in preserving local nature reserve
Local newsFor volunteer Sarah Charlton, protecting one of Johannesburg’s natural treasures starts with people willing to give their time, learn and…
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Paddlers tackle Liebensbergvlei River
Local newsThe South African K2 and K3 River Championships saw local paddlers give their best to place in the top three…
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Volunteers trade litter bags for pickleball paddles at Fairland fundraiser
Local newsA round-robin pickleball tournament gave Community Cleaners supporters a chance to play, connect and raise funds for the organisation's work.
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Melville residents turn frustration into action during Rustenburg Road clean-up drive
Local newsThe clean-up brought residents, volunteers and community organisations together to tackle dumping and take ownership of a neglected public space.
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Jeppe High School for Boys learners clean up Brixton Cemetery
Local newsArmed with garden tools, 60 learners joined Friends of Johannesburg Cemeteries to clear overgrown vegetation and restore neglected graves in…
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Community Cleaners transform Fairland parks
Local newsA park can serve as a space for kids to play, families to get together, and neighbors to bond for…
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A recipe for greatness
Local newsLong training days, relentless attention to detail and the pressure of a six-hour competition are preparing Team Masakhane for its…
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University of Johannesburg top Varsity Football log after beating University of Western Cape
Local sportAfter a goalless first half, the home side found their finishing touch to claim a 2-0 victory and stay on…
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Fairland police record 75 arrests following crime spike
Local newsThe local CPF meeting highlighted urgent night-time security operational shifts and school safety measures across the precinct.
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Johannesburg Water reveals chain of failures behind Melville’s weeks-long water supply crisis
Local newsThe water utility has responded to the protest by detailing the failures behind weeks of disrupted supply.











