#ThrowBackThursday: This week in 1990

Here are some of the stories that were making headline this week in 1990

July 18, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

The front page of the Estcourt News dated July 18, 1990.

1. Popsy and Frank Hall gave some insight into gardening with granadillas.

2. Police were investigating ten cases of burglary, five at businesses and one was reported at Drakensberg Secondary School.

3. Bergville Primary School welcomed ne borders in the form of rabbits, a donkey and pony.

4. The Highway Flea Market held in Mooi River was a ‘traffic stopping’ success.

5. Tons of fun was had by pets and their owners during the VIP pets parade held at Winterton Primary School.

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July 18, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

Sihle Ntenjwa

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