VAPING CRISIS
Nearly 1 in 3 Matrics Now Addicted
Nearly 1 in 3 Matrics Now Addicted
28 November 2025
Platinum Bushvelder newspaper – A major University of Cape Town study has revealed shocking vaping levels among South African learners, and experts warn the t...
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SAPS Cripples Violent Syndicate
SEVEN SUSPECTS DOWN
SEVEN SUSPECTS DOWN
21 November 2025
Northam/ Rustenburg – A high-risk, intelligence-driven operation between SAPS Limpopo and SAPS North West has delivered a major blow to organised crime in the region, with se...
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R17 Billion Water Project Brings New Hope
14 November 2025
Thabazimbi — It’s not every day that a R17 billion national project arrives at your doorstep. But for communities in Thabazimbi, Northam and Regorogile, the long-awaite...
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Another Life Lost on the R510
07 November 2025
R510/ Thabazimbi / Northam – Tragedy struck once again on the infamous R510 when a fatal accident claimed yet another life late Friday night, 31 October 2025.
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LOST SPOTS FOUND
31 October 2025
Thabazimbi – Residents of Thabazimbi received an unexpected visitor last week — a young cheetah cub who had lost her way. Thanks to the quick response of local wildlife...
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POLL:
Do you follow international news?
Do you follow international news?
24 October 2025
From global politics and climate change to events that affect our wallets — like why petrol prices rise or where conflicts are happening — international news impacts us all.
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HAVE YOUR SAY:
Would you say YES to dancing in the rain?
Would you say YES to dancing in the rain?
24 October 2025
Some say life’s best moments happen when you forget the rules — like splashing through puddles and laughing under a grey sky.
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Thabazimbi on Alert: Measles Cases Rising Fast
24 October 2025
Thabazimbi – Local doctors and pharmacies have confirmed to Platinum Bushvelder that Thabazimbi is currently experiencing a measles outbreak, with many residents alr...
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Waterberg TVET College Honours the Class of 2024
24 October 2025
Thabazimbi/ Lebowakgomo/ Mahwelereng – Waterberg TVET College proudly celebrated its 2024 Graduation Ceremony on 9 October 2025, hosted at the College’s IT and Computer...
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Wings of Hope
24 October 2025
Northam/ Hartbeespoort – A heart-warming story of courage and compassion unfolded on Friday 8 August 2025, when a barn owl with a fractured wing was rescued in an extraordina...
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