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Mossel Bay magistrate Ezra Morrison has opened a criminal case against News24 journalists. #[1]
24/01/2025

Mossel Bay magistrate Ezra Morrison has opened a criminal case against News24 journalists. #[1]

MOSSEL BAY NEWS - Mossel Bay magistrate Ezra...

In the Friday morning draw at the Curling Alberta Women's Provincial Championship, Hannah Phillips will face Kayleigh Sh...
24/01/2025

In the Friday morning draw at the Curling Alberta Women's Provincial Championship, Hannah Phillips will face Kayleigh Shannon, while Nicky Kaufman will battle Myla Plett. Additionally, Claire Booth will play in another matchup.

Thursday was an exciting day of curling in Rimbey

Meiringspoort is currently closed due to a truck that overturned and caught fire on Thursday, 23 January. Towing service...
24/01/2025

Meiringspoort is currently closed due to a truck that overturned and caught fire on Thursday, 23 January. Towing services are on the scene to address the incident, and only a single lane is open for traffic at this time.

KLEIN KAROO NEWS - Towing services are on...

The Plettenberg Bay Airport, closed since the end of July due to safety issues with the runway, is set to reopen followi...
23/01/2025

The Plettenberg Bay Airport, closed since the end of July due to safety issues with the runway, is set to reopen following an agreement between Bitou municipality and Garden Route AERO (GRA), a subsidiary of rsa.AERO. The contractual hitches have been resolved, and GRA will assume full responsibility for the airport, including applying for its own licence. Bitou municipality will contribute R5 million towards runway repairs. GRA plans to start runway works immediately, aiming for a comprehensive solution to ensure the runway's durability for at least five years. Once the runway is repaired, commercial scheduled services will be reintroduced. The airport will also see upgrades including a new passenger terminal, extended runway, and improved fire and emergency services, with the goal of achieving a Category 6 licence, although immediate focus is on restoring the Category 4 licence to enable domestic airlines to operate[1][4][5].

PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS - The Plett Airport...

Union Stars I remain at the top of the table after defeating Plett Pioneers by 10 wickets, with Plett Pioneers bowled ou...
23/01/2025

Union Stars I remain at the top of the table after defeating Plett Pioneers by 10 wickets, with Plett Pioneers bowled out for 71 runs. In another match, George beat Sussex by 8 wickets, with George achieving 172/2 in response to Sussex's 171. Union Stars I also maintained their lead by beating Union Stars II, while Pacaltsdorp United joined them at the top with a 68-run victory over Union Stars II. Plett Pioneers, in a different context, were bowled out for 78 runs in 26.5 overs against another opponent, with Ayabonga Anthony taking 5/21[1][4].

GEORGE NEWS - Union Stars I – at 39...

At the 2025 Alberta Women's Provincial Curling Championship in Rimbey, Draw 2 saw several key matches. Kayleigh Shannon'...
23/01/2025

At the 2025 Alberta Women's Provincial Curling Championship in Rimbey, Draw 2 saw several key matches. Kayleigh Shannon's rink achieved a come-from-behind win, beating Myla Plett's rink 9-7 despite trailing 7-4 through eight ends. Robyn Silvernagle's team won decisively against Janais DeJong 8-2, Kayla Skrlik's team defeated Michelle Hartwell 7-5, and Gracelyn Richards' team beat Hannah Phillips 6-3. Draw 3 is set to begin on Thursday, with matches including DeJong against Claire Booth and Myla Plett against Elliot Martens.

Curling action in Rimbey continues Thursday

A recent incident involved two pygmy s***m whales that beached at Melkbosstrand. A juvenile and an adult whale were foun...
22/01/2025

A recent incident involved two pygmy s***m whales that beached at Melkbosstrand. A juvenile and an adult whale were found in shallow waters, and despite extensive efforts by authorities and public volunteers, the adult whale was returned to sea, while the juvenile whale beached again and was humanely euthanized to prevent further suffering.

Pygmy s***m whales are toothed whales characterized by their shark-like pointed heads, small lower jaw, and distinctive dorsal fin. They are found in temperate to tropical waters, typically diving deep to feed on cephalopods, fish, and crustaceans. These whales are at risk due to human activities such as boat strikes, anthropogenic sounds, and ingestion of plastic debris.

In another instance, a dead pygmy s***m whale washed up at the Keurbooms lagoon at Poortjies in Plettenberg Bay.

KNYSNA NEWS - A dead pygmy s***m whale...

The Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers began 2025 strongly with an impressive eight-wicket win. Here are their confirmed...
22/01/2025

The Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers began 2025 strongly with an impressive eight-wicket win. Here are their confirmed fixtures for the 2024/25 season: In the CSA T20 Challenge, they will play against Mpumalanga Rhinos on September 21, Eastern Storms on September 25, Limpopo Impalas on September 28, KZN on October 2, Eastern Cape Iinyathi on October 5, and Northern Cape on October 9. For the Cricket South Africa One Day Domestic Competition in Division 2, their matches include Limpopo Impalas on February 16, Mpumalanga Rhinos on February 19, Northern Cape on February 23, SA Emerging on February 26, KZN on March 1, Eastern Storm on March 5, and Eastern Cape Iinyathi on March 9[1].

The Six Gun Grill Gar­den Route Bad­gers star­ted 2025 on a high with an impres­sive eight-wic­ket vic­tory against the Mpu­ma­langa Rhi­nos at Uplands Col­lege in White River last wee­kend. With this vic­tory the Bad­gers moved to the third posi­tion...

The SWD Schools cricket league competitions resumed after the exam and vacation break. The Six Gun Grill SWD club cricke...
22/01/2025

The SWD Schools cricket league competitions resumed after the exam and vacation break. The Six Gun Grill SWD club cricket also restarted following the holiday break. Fixtures for the schools' leagues were scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2025, marking the resumption of cricket activities in the region[1][3].

The SWD Schools lea­gue com­pe­ti­ti­ons resu­med the past Satur­day fol­lo­wing the holi­day break. Daniel du Ples­sis (102*) playing for Hoër­skool Oute­ni­qua against York High was the out­stan­ding player of the wee­kend with a well-played cen­tury.

During the 2024/2025 festive season, 1,502 people were killed on South African roads. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy ...
22/01/2025

During the 2024/2025 festive season, 1,502 people were killed on South African roads. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy attributed the majority of these fatalities to human errors, including speed, fatigue, and alcohol consumption. Human behaviour was identified as the primary cause of crashes, with factors such as hit-and-runs, jaywalking, and reckless driving contributing significantly. The minister emphasized the need for road users to change their behaviour and obey traffic laws to reduce road crashes and fatalities. Despite extensive law enforcement efforts, including over 997 roadblocks and the issuance of 7,100 fines, the number of fatalities remained high, particularly among pedestrians[4][5].

NATIONAL NEWS AND VIDEO - During the festive...

Cape Town is ranked among the world's most congested cities, placing 9th in the 2023 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard. Dri...
21/01/2025

Cape Town is ranked among the world's most congested cities, placing 9th in the 2023 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard. Drivers in Cape Town spent an extra 83 hours in traffic in 2023, a 32% increase, despite congestion being 10% lower than pre-COVID-19 levels. According to TomTom, residents spent 127 hours in traffic in 2023, with 48 hours due to congestion, and the city has allocated significant funds to improve its road network and public transport to alleviate congestion. The city is also implementing measures such as adding footways and cycle lanes to encourage non-motorised transport and reduce emissions.

MOTORING NEWS - The news that Cape Town has...

When visiting Cape Town, it is crucial to be aware of several safety and road safety issues. Tourists are generally safe...
21/01/2025

When visiting Cape Town, it is crucial to be aware of several safety and road safety issues. Tourists are generally safe in the main areas, but it is important to avoid certain regions like the Cape Flats, which are east of the city. Driving can be hazardous due to DUI, unlicensed drivers, unroadworthy vehicles, and poor road conditions. It is advisable to avoid driving at night in unlit areas and to use common sense and basic street smarts to stay safe. Additionally, road traffic fatalities are a significant concern, with high rates of accidents and fatalities, especially during weekends and late nights.

TOURISM NEWS - I hate to be a party pooper...

The Carpe Musicam Concert Orchestra is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2025. The orchestra, which began with 16 i...
21/01/2025

The Carpe Musicam Concert Orchestra is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2025. The orchestra, which began with 16 instrumentalists, has grown to a 40-member ensemble. Founded by Elsabe Barkhuizen and Norman Carless, the orchestra provides a fun and educational environment for local musicians to develop their skills. They are known for their diverse performances, including popular hits, film and musical scores, and collaborations with young musicians[1][3][5].

KNYSNA NEWS - The Carpe Musicam! Concert...

In South Africa, particularly in the wealthy province of Gauteng and other semigration hotspots, a new criminal tactic h...
20/01/2025

In South Africa, particularly in the wealthy province of Gauteng and other semigration hotspots, a new criminal tactic has emerged. Hijackers are increasingly targeting victims on the on- and off-ramps of busy highways, using methods like the "tap tap" technique where they intentionally bump into a vehicle, then overpower the driver when they stop to assess the damage. This trend is also a concern in other regions, as property and business owners in coastal areas like the Western Cape and Eastern Cape are advised to remain vigilant amidst rising crime rates.

Property and business owners in this coastal hotspot are warned to be vigilant as a new security threat emerges.

Minister of Social Development Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has vowed to mobilise resources to end long queues and improve co...
20/01/2025

Minister of Social Development Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has vowed to mobilise resources to end long queues and improve conditions at Sassa service points, which have been plagued by long queues and poorly resourced offices for years. Tolashe, who was appointed Minister in July 2024, aims to address these persistent challenges.

KNYSNA NEWS - Minister of Social Development...

An elderly couple, aged 70 and 73, was brutally attacked by a panga-wielding man while walking in Challenge Drive, Plett...
19/01/2025

An elderly couple, aged 70 and 73, was brutally attacked by a panga-wielding man while walking in Challenge Drive, Plettenberg Bay, on January 14. The attacker, who was trying to rob the woman's handbag, used the panga to strike them, resulting in the woman's broken arm and the man receiving seven stitches in his head. Despite their injuries, the couple fought back, and the perpetrator fled the scene. They were rushed to a nearby hospital in a private vehicle. A R10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the attacker's arrest and conviction. The couple is receiving medical care and are traumatized but alive[1][2][4].

A video of CCTV footage made the rounds online, capturing a man unleashing a savage panga attack on an elderly white couple during a morning walk in Plettenberg Bay.

Alan Hatherly opened his 2025 season with a victory at the Hell of the South, which is part of the 2025 Momentum Medical...
18/01/2025

Alan Hatherly opened his 2025 season with a victory at the Hell of the South, which is part of the 2025 Momentum Medical Scheme Attakwas Extreme, presented by Biogen.

SPORT NEWS - The pre-race favourite Alan...

The Dux Scholar for 2024 at Knysna High School achieved 100% for university-level Further Studies Mathematics in the mat...
18/01/2025

The Dux Scholar for 2024 at Knysna High School achieved 100% for university-level Further Studies Mathematics in the matric finals. This outstanding achievement recognizes the student's exceptional academic performance.

KNYSNA NEWS - The Dux Scholar for 2024 at...

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