#ThrowBackThursday: This week in 2002

Here are some of the stories that were making headlines this week in 2002

January 16, 2020

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

The front page of the Estcourt News on January 18, 2002.

1. 50-year-old Inge Borg, a German national, was killed during a helicopter crash in the Drakensberg.

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2. Stolen goods to the value of R1 000 are swiftly recovered by police, much to the business owner’s delight.

3. Estcourt Athletic Club bid farewell to Ian and Daphne Henderson. The couple was active members of the club that participated in several provincial and national races.

4. With victory in their sights, the Bushies rugby club started their practice sessions at Lambert Park.

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January 16, 2020

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

Sihle Ntenjwa

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