Municipal
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Newcastle bylaws set strict rules for animal owners
Local newsResidents say persistent barking, horrible odours and flies are affecting households near an Aviary Hill property.
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Municipality warns against dumping carcasses
Local newsSensitive ContentThis constitutes a criminal offence that is punishable with a fine of up to R30,000, imprisonment or both.
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School closes as Ladysmith water outage enters third week
Ladysmith GazetteThe Grade 12 learners have been asked to attend limited classes, while the remainder of the school stays closed.
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4th dog carcass found dumped in Van Der Bijl Street
Local newsSensitive ContentThe other three carcasses have still not been removed from the area.
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Residents say Paterson Street pleas are falling on deaf ears
Local newsResidents call for municipal help as flooding, poor roads and crime concerns persist on Paterson Street.
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Residents demand water as uThukela scrambles for solutions
Ladysmith GazetteThe angry residents demanded immediate water restoration after enduring weeks without a reliable supply.
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Residents report long-running sewage problem
Local newsThe issue has been ongoing for over two years.
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Inkosi Mnkwanyana honoured during Men’s Month celebration
Estcourt NewsThe men of the municipality were recognised for their dedication and commitment throughout their journey of service.
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Animal carcasses continue to pile up in Van Der Bijl Street
Local newsUpdateSensitive ContentBusinesses have raised concerns as dead animals add to the illegal dumping in Newcastle. (Warning: Photos could upset sensitive viewers)
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Hearing adjourned after uThukela leadership’s absence
Ladysmith GazetteThe committee was informed that the uThukela deputy mayor was in Durban attending to other commitments.
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Newcastle introduces Wind Power project to residents
Local newsNewcastle residents learned how a major wind power project could boost jobs and local economic growth.
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Steering committee established to address water challenges
Ladysmith GazetteA political leadership meeting will be convened at the end of August to receive the steering committee's first progress report.
