Local news
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Local beekeeper shares how bees engineer nature
Local newsNewcastle beekeeper and chemical engineer explains how beekeeping shaped her view of nature, engineering and conservation.
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Taxi association warns: Don’t give lifts to learners and teachers
Ladysmith GazetteDo not try to do our jobs, say taxi drivers.
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Pionier-matrikulante lewer uitstekende prestasies in 2025
Local newsDie skool kondig uitstekende 2025-uitslae aan met hoë slaagsyfers en merkwaardige toppresteerders.
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Municipality denies dam poisoning rumours
Local newsNewcastle Municipality has reassured residents that the water supply remains safe, after false social media claims.
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Farmers cautiously welcome FMD plan as industry pressure grows
Dundee CourierFarmers have welcomed the FMD plan, but warn delays and red tape risk deepening the crisis facing livestock producers.
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Deputy minister conducts oversight visit at college campuses
Estcourt NewsThe aim was to assess the campuses' state of readiness and preparedness for the 2026 academic year.
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Report stray animals to Public Safety, not AACL
Ladysmith GazetteThe Animal Anti-Cruelty League does not pick up stray animals - rather contact Public Safety on 036 631 1777 or…
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Mayor congratulates Dundee Secondary as matric pass rate improves
Dundee CourierThe mayor praised Dundee Secondary’s improved matric results while pledging support to address power, safety and infrastructure challenges.
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Historic opening marks new chapter for Michaelis College
Local newsMichaelis College officially opens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by students, families, staff and community members.
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Endumeni residents band together to deliver ‘services’
Dundee CourierIn Endumeni, residents, fed-up with what they say is poor service delivery have taken to the streets to fix potholes.
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Schools continue teaching despite ongoing electricity outages
Estcourt NewsResidents and parents hope the meeting will resolve the issue and electricity will be restored again.
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Phelophepa Health Care Train at Ladysmith station
Ladysmith GazetteThe train will be stationed in Ladysmith from January 19 to 30, 2026.
