Local news
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Municipal road safety awareness campaign ahead of festive season
Estcourt NewsThe initiative formed part of the national Transport Month programme that promotes safer roads across South Africa.
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Officers celebrate excellence at Amajuba District SAPS Awards
Local newsLocal and district officers celebrated their excellence at the SAPS Amajuba Awards, recognising outstanding service and dedication. Read more here:
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Mondlo gets new temporary municipal offices after arson
Local newsUpdateAbaQulusi Municipality opens temporary offices in Mondlo to restore services after previous building was burnt.
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Paulpietersburg man sentenced to life for raping schoolgirl
CrimeA Paulpietersburg man receives life imprisonment for raping a matric pupil at knifepoint in 2021.
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NERSA to establish tribunal after AfriForum meeting in Pongola
Local newsNERSA plans a tribunal to investigate Pongola’s ongoing municipal electricity failures.
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State Vet’s rabies campaign urges pet owners to vaccinate
Local newsFree rabies vaccinations will be offered across Newcastle as the State Veterinarian runs a week-long community campaign this month. Find…
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Mayor launches operation targeting illegal electricity connections
Estcourt NewsThe operation is not aimed at those who regularly buy electricity, but at those who connect illegally.
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Police investigate fatal shooting in Mondlo
CrimeMultiple gunshots hit Dumisani Khanyile while driving his bakkie in Nceceni.
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UPDATE: Residents challenge municipality on billing and service
Local newsConcerned Newcastle residents gathered at the municipal offices this morning to demand fair billing and better service delivery. Read more…
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Ratepayers to march despite fears of IFP interference
Local newsConcerned Newcastle Citizens say they will ignore IFP 'counter-march' on their way to deliver their memorandum to the Newcastle Municipality.…
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New milestones and personal bests at Vryheid parkrun
Local newsVryheid parkrun celebrates new milestones, personal bests, and another strong turnout from local runners.
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Free diabetes testing by Lions Club
Estcourt NewsThe community is encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity so that the condition can be detected early.
