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A big catch. A bigger future.
Platinum Bushvelder newspaper | Thabazimbi – A 12 kg carp, laughter with school friends and dreams of becoming a gamer – these are some of the things that fill Johandré Blom’s world today.
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Die Klein Jakkalsies
AS JY MOOI NABY NA ’N SPIEËL KYK... ...EK BEDOEL REGTIG NABY... ...DAN LYK ALLE SPIEËLS NES OOGBALLE!
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Did you know? Ever listened to a voice note and thought, “Do I really sound like that?”
Ever listened to a voice note and thought, “Do I really sound like that?” When you speak, you hear sound travelling through the air and vibrations passing through your skull to your inner ears. This combination can make your voice sound dee
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Do you prefer a voice note over a typed message? The results are in.
Some love hearing a familiar voice; others would rather read a message than listen to a five-minute story! Voice notes add a personal touch, while typed messages are easy to scan. Do voice notes get your vote? PUBLIC POLL: THE RESULTS AR
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Tussen wiegeliedjies en woorde: oud-Frikkie publiseer haar eerste boek
Michelle Ainslie Coetzee, ’n oudleerder van Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer, wie se ervaring van nuwe moederskap haar eerste gepubliseerde boek, FORMULA, geïnspireer het. Platinum Bushvelder koerant | Thabazimbi – Wanneer die huis stil raak en h
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Did you know? YOUR TYRES DON’T STOP LIGHTNING!
Your car’s rubber tyres do not protect you from lightning. In a fully enclosed vehicle with a metal roof and sides, the outer metal shell conducts the electrical current around the occupants and towards the ground. Keep the windows closed and avoid touching exposed metal or plugged-in electrical devices. Convertibles and open vehicles do not offer the same protection. A strike can still damage tyres, windows and electronics – so while the car may help protect you, it could need more than a service afterwards!
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Are you an early bird? The results are in.
Do you leap out of bed ready to tackle the day, or does your alarm need several attempts to convince you? Tell us whether sunrise is your favourite time… or whether you’d rather meet the day after a second cup of coffee.
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Did you know? — HOW LONG IS THE ROAD FROM MEETING TO FINISHED?
A 3.38 km road rehabilitation project in KwaZulu-Natal began in September 2023. The province’s 2026 budget still listed it among delayed projects, citing the contractor’s cash flow problems. In Northern Ireland, officials scheduled 2.2 km o
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Should high school learners be allowed to use cellphones during school hours? The results are in.
Should high school learners be allowed to use cellphones during school hours? Although cellphones can be useful for research, communication and emergencies, they may also distract learners and disrupt lessons. Should high schools allow cel
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Die Klein Jakkalsies — 25 September 2026
Die Klein Jakkalsies “Hey Haas! Wat rym met oranje?” “Nee dit doen nie!”
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Are you planning to vote in the 2026 Local Government Elections? The results are in.
South Africans will head to the polls on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, to elect ward councillors and political-party representatives for municipal councils. These councils make decisions about essential local services, including roads, water,
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