#ThrowBackThursday: This week in 2001

Here are some of the stories that were making headlines this week in 2001

June 13, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

The front page of the Estcourt News dated June 15, 2001.

1. Motorbike enthusiasts had an eyeful when a bike rally passed through Estcourt.

2. A truck that was pulled off the N3 and examined by RTI Midway officials was declared a ‘death trap’ with 19 major faults found.

3. Estcourt Athletics Club had a record number of Comrades Marathon runners with 58 runners participating in 2001.

4. It was an intense weekend at the Estcourt Bowling Club when the final of the Spar ladies Pairs was played.

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June 13, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

Sihle Ntenjwa

A journalist at Caxton Local Media, contributing to Estcourt and Midlands News. Passionate and dedicated to his craft, Sihle has quickly made a name for himself since arriving in Estcourt in late 2023. His commitment to storytelling and community journalism has earned him recognition for keeping readers informed with compelling and accurate local news