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Pinnacle College learner excels in abacus and mental arithmetic competitions
SchoolsKhumo Letlotlo Mashishi impressed judges with rapid mental arithmetic calculations on a flipchart in under 60 seconds.
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Strubens Valley Library garden receives major boost from residents
Local newsCommunity members unite to donate plants, compost, and labour to revamp a shared green space for readers and local clubs.
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IEC outlines voter requirements ahead of 2026 local elections
Local elections newsWith the 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for November 4, the Electoral Commission of South Africa is reminding residents what…
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ACDP mayoral candidate pledges to restore Johannesburg’s basic services
Local elections newsThe African Christian Democratic Party's (ACDP) mayoral candidate says infrastructure maintenance, reliable municipal services, accountable ward councillors and affordable housing…
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Roodepoort community rallies behind muscular dystrophy awareness
Local newsHope in Motion brought residents, runners, cyclists and volunteers together at Hoërskool Florida to support local families affected by muscular…
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Meet your DA ward councillor candidates
Local elections newsDA candidates on what they will do differently if elected.
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Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital hosts live trauma rescue simulation for World Trauma Day
Local newsEmergency responders and flight crews team up to give community members a first-hand look at life-saving roadside extrications and trauma…
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Ward 70 candidates face clean-up challenge in Florida
MunicipalLocal civic organisations in Florida have thrown down the gauntlet to dozens of election hopefuls to pick up brooms and…
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Rand Society of Model Engineers hosts Florida Halloween train rides
Local newsClimb aboard for spooky family thrills as miniature locomotives roll out treats, tunnels, and fancy dress.
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City Power addresses frequent outages at Florida North Substation
MunicipalCity Power says aged infrastructure, theft and vandalism are the main causes of frequent problems at Florida North Substation.
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#LocalElections2026: Meet your FF Plus ward councillor candidates
Local elections newsWhat changes do Freedom Front Plus candidates want to see in local government? The Roodepoort Record asked them about their…
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Maud Street residents fall victim to gate motor theft in Florida
CrimeA Florida resident expressed dismay at the police's refusal to register a theft case on the basis that he does…
