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Ink today, hope for tomorrow
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Ink today, hope for tomorrow

Platinum Bushvelder newspaper | Thabazimbi – An inked thumb, a proud smile and a say in the future! Thabazimbi residents joined voters across South Africa on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, to make their mark in the 2026 Local Government Electi

R510: The wait rolls into 2027
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R510: The wait rolls into 2027

Platinum Bushvelder newspaper | Northam – Motorists hoping to see construction resume on the long-delayed R510 before the end of this year face a disappointing update: work on the remaining 27-kilometre stretch is now expected to begin in January 2027.

R510: The meeting is over. When does the work begin?
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R510: The meeting is over. When does the work begin?

Platinum Bushvelder newspaper | Thabazimbi – For motorists who use the R510 between Northam and Thabazimbi, news that the long-delayed road project is moving forward will be welcome. The urgent question is when work on the road will begin.

TLM teams tackle grass, sewers, and landfill 
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TLM teams tackle grass, sewers, and landfill 

Thabazimbi/ Northam – In a strong show of service delivery and community care, Thabazimbi Local Municipality teams rolled up their sleeves on Monday, 7 April 2025, to improve the state of public spaces in and around Northam and Thabazimbi.

Sanral launches R516 upgrade
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Sanral launches R516 upgrade

Thabazimbi/ Leeupoort – Sanral (South African National Roads Agency) met with local residents, farmers, and small businesses at Raphuti Sports Ground in Leeupoort on Wednesday 12 March 2025 to unveil plans for a major infrastructure upgrade to the R516. T

Thabazimbi’s Roads: A Rocky Ride to Recovery
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Thabazimbi’s Roads: A Rocky Ride to Recovery

Thabazimbi – The recent floods wreaked havoc across Thabazimbi, leaving roads battered and residents frustrated. While the community rallied together to assist those in need, the damage to infrastructure — particularly the roads — remains a pressing issue.

The powers that be…
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The powers that be…

Thabazimbi - On Friday 29 September 2023, a significant twist occurred in the ongoing political saga of Thabazimbi Local Municipality (TLM). The Limpopo High Court ruled in favour of Democratic Alliance (DA) councillor Tokkie Swanepoel, reinstating her as the mayor.