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Thabazimbi – A bakkie towing a trailer collided with a school bus in front of Heuningvlei Primary School on Tuesday 30 March. An eyewitness told Platinum Bushvelder that the occupants of the bakkie sustained injuries and several learners only minor bruises.
Ian Bodenstein is op Dinsdag 23 Maart oorlede. Ian was van 2009 tot 2014 ‘n onderwyser by Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer en het in die handelsvak departement gewerk. Hy het in die senior fase besigheidsstudies gegee en EBW vir die juniors. Almal wat hom geken het sal hom onthou as ‘n positiewe persoon wat altyd reg was vir ‘n uitdaging. Hy was ‘n man wat bitterselde kwaad geword het en het altyd almal gemotiveer om in hulself te glo. Dit is ‘n groot verlies vir die hele Thabazimbi gemeenskap en ons innige meegevoel gaan uit na sy vriende en familie.
Dear residents, These are unique and challenging times. While we are feeling uncertain about what tomorrow may bring and how our lives might be affected in the future, it is during times like these that we are reminded of what is most important.
Thabazimbi – The reduced number of congregants allowed inside churches for Easter gatherings has not dampened the spirits of Christians. Many have decided to observe this important religious holiday by worshiping with their families in the comfort of their own homes.
Thabazimbi – Although plagued by personal challenges, Petrus Osekwang actively plays his part for the youth of Thabazimbi. He invests his time in enriching the lives of local youths. Osekwang started coaching local kids from 2017. He sits next to the field, every day, and coaches more than 60 kids from his wheelchair.
Thomas Venter, ‘n geliefde inwoner van Thabazimbi, is op Sondag 14 Maart oorlede. Hy was van 1993 tot 1998 adjunkhoof by Laerskool Thabazimbi en het vir ‘n tyd lank ook as hoof waargeneem. Hy los sy vrou Hannetjie Venter, seuns Gerhard, Ampie, en Tommy met hul vrouens en vyf kleinkinders agter. Hy was ‘n baie goeie, geduldige mens met ‘n sagte plek vir ander. Hy was altyd bereid om almal te help en was ‘n uitstekende eggenoot, pa, en oupa. Daar sal beslis ‘n leemte wees in die lewens van almal wat hom geken het.
Thabazimbi – Due to a lack of water, the SASSA building in Thabazimbi was closed on Friday 12 March. Four departments which include SASSA, the Department of Social Development, Home Affairs and Thabazimbi Correctional Services share the building. Members of the public that depend on their SASSA grants could not access their services for the day. In response, Thabazimbi Correctional Services members made a plan, by providing the facility with bottled water.
Thabazimbi – Kameeldoring Oasis’s swimming and water slide facilities are ideal for spoiling your kids while taking a break from the summer heat. They offer family-oriented fun where both kids and adults can enjoy a bit of fun in the sun.
Northam – During a heartfelt ceremony hosted by Bishop Isaac Mokgope (BIM) School of Learning, six children from the Northam community received bursaries on Saturday 6 March. The bursaries were made possible by donations from the New Covenant Fellowship International congregation.
Thabazimbi – Empress South Africa is one of the biggest national online pageants in South Africa and the lovely local Naledi Kibinyana was selected as a finalist. Naledi hopes to use this platform to encourage positivity, and promote the importance of self-love, inspiring young girls to follow their dreams.
Have your say / Sê jou sê Are your human rights being trampled on because one or more of your convictions differ from the mainstream?
‘Take A Walk in The Park Day’ is celebrated annually on 30 March. It is a great opportunity to stretch your legs and go for a stroll in the park. By the way… Do you make use of public parks?
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