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Rustenburg – Laerskool Silwerrand Primary has been operating for the past six years. In 2021, school principal Marlien van Rooyen will be expanding the school to offer English so that more children can benefit from Christian-based education. The 9.5ha campus, located less than 2km off the R24 from Waterfall Mall, had a festive atmosphere decked with balloons, educational displays, and friendly educators to Five-year-old welcome potential learners and their parents to the school’s open day on Friday 9 October. Ayanda Masoka This school offers instruction in the CAPS curriculum as well as sports and enjoys the musical cultural activities. The school director Charlene Schoeman explained that the instruments at school is registered with the Department of Basic Education and aims to develop the open day children’s literacy, character, and promote a positive mindset for the future. Grade-R exhibit.

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Rustenburg – Five members from Rustenburg Flying Squad and Y K9 Unit as well as two Fidelity security guards are being treated in CM hospital for gunshot wounds following a botched cash-in-transit (CIT) MY heist on Thursday 8 October. CY The Rustenburg Police were on high alert and patrolling Geelhoutpark CMY K following a tip-off on the planned CIT robbery. New Jeep Cherokee 2.0T Limited 4x4 NOW ONLY R559 900 - SAVE R164 000 Read more on page 4. Maemo Motors Rustenburg www.maemomotors.co.za - (014) 537 6700 CNR N4 & R24 Waterfall East, Rustenburg p 02 16 OCTOBER 2020, PLATINUM WEEKLY, 50 Marais Street, Tel: 014 592 5653, Fax: 011 252 6669, E-mail: [email protected]

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FIVE LIVES LOST CHILD RAPIST HANDED LIFE SENTENCE Groot Marico – Department of Community Safety and Transport Management Letlhabile/ Brits – A 33-year-old man was sentenced to life in member of the executive committee (MEC) Sello Lehari pleaded with motorists to exercise extreme caution while driving. “This will help to reduce the high rate of prison by the Brits Regional Court on Wednesday 30 September road accidents in the North West province.” after he was found guilty on three counts of rape. Lehari made these remarks on Sunday 11 October after he had been informed of Evidence produced in the court linked Johannes Toi Joubert to an accident near Groot Marico which resulted in the death of one woman and four three rape incidents which occurred from May 2014 to October men. The fatal accident occurred between 12:00 and 13:00 when two vehicles, 2015. Joubert was arrested on Monday 3 August 2015 at his home travelling in opposite directions along the N4, collided head-on. The N4 is one of the busiest national arterial routes linking Mozambique, South in Letlhabile outside Brits following an intensive investigation led Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. by sergeant Boitumelo Rakabe from the Brits Family Violence, In his condolences to the families of the deceased, the MEC made an impassioned Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) unit. plea for all motorists to observe traffic regulations. “We are deeply saddened by the Before the long arm of the law caught up with him, Joubert targeted accident on one of our busiest roads. Our deepest condolences to the deceased’s minor victims aged 8 to 16. families. “As part of his method of committing the crimes, the accused hid and waited for unsuspecting school-going children in the bushy and secluded areas of Maboloka village, Centreville and Block F,” police spokesperson colonel Adéle Myburgh said. “He would then grab and verbally threaten the children before raping them. Through forensic evidence, investigators managed to link the accused to Sergeant Boitumelo Rakabe investigated the three cases that were reported from May 2014 to October 2015.” case. AFRIFORUM-BUURTWAGTE NEEM The crumpled remains of one of Five people lost their lives in a head- two vehicles which collided near on collision. Groot Marico. AAN NASIONALE PATROLLIE DEEL Noordwes – AfriForum-buurtwagte in die sentraalstreek “AfriForum loods dié nasionale patrollies om Finance Application – wat die Vrystaat, Noordwes en KwaZulu-Natal insluit sigbaarheid en samewerking te verbeter en die veiligheid • ID Document – het op Vrydag 18 September aan dié burgerregte van ons gemeenskappe te verseker,” sê AfriForum se • Driver’s License organisasie se nasionale patrollie deelgeneem. hoof van gemeenskapsveiligheid vir die sentraalstreek • 3 Months Bank Statements In Noordwes het altesaam 20 buurtwagte, 918 Joseph Renaud. • 3 Months Payslips patrolleerders en 499 voertuie aan die patrollie deelgeneem Maak ‘n daadwerklike verskil in jou gemeenskap deur • Proof of Residence en meer as 16,600 km afgelê. Sowat 57 voorvalle is vandag nog by jou plaaslike buurtwag aan te sluit. SMS • (Not older than 3 months) suksesvol hanteer. Ander veiligheidsinstansies – onder “Buurtwag” na 31481 (R1). meer die SAPD, sekuriteitsmaatskappye en nooddienste AfriForum-buurtwagte persverklaring uittreksels, – het saam met AfriForum aan die patrollie deelgeneem. September 2020

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Gerhard was set to stand trial on 20 May 2013 in South Africa. “I am relieved that he was caught and that he will finally get what he He arrived on South African soil on 9 October along with Interpol investigators who the South Gauteng High Court. He had been denied deserves,” said Dries. traced and tracked him down. Gerhard is scheduled to appear before the court on bail twice by the Randburg Magistrates’ Court on the Annatjie Venter, Andrea’s mother, passed away in 2016 and will unfortunately not see 6 November, along with witnesses to the murder that have been called in to testify grounds of being dangerous and a flight risk. Gerhard’s her daughter’s killer brought to justice. at the trial. legal team re-applied for bail… at the High Court – “After the death of her miracle daughter and the escape of her killer, my wife was Prior to her murder, Andrea had taken out a protection order against her ex-boyfriend where his bail was granted. Four days before the start heartbroken and five days after her 63rd birthday, she passed away,” confided Dries. Gerhard. After completing her studies in Potchefstroom, she relocated secretly to of his murder trial, Gerhard fled the country using false National police commissioner Khehla Sitole commended all justice units for their hard Johannesburg, but the obsessed Gerhard telephoned 34 accounting firms till he documentation. work and relentless efforts. “This is indeed victory for us as a service, thank you to the found where she was working. In August 2013, he was re-arrested after being spotted team who didn’t give up even after years of hard work.” He stands accused of stabbing Andrea to death at the entrance of the housing by a retired local police officer in Brazil and charged for complex where she was staying in Fourways, Johannesburg. Afterwards, he having false documentation. attempted suicide by cutting his throat and laying down next to her body. 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The school caters for students from Grade RR to Grade 7. It was founded by the Sisters of damage, injury or expense, however caused, 1644. Charity of Saint Paul the Apostle and provides excellent holistic education. It has been at the present location arising from the use of or reliance upon, in any since 1966. matter, the information provided through this Pending the retirement of our Principal in December 2020, the Board of Governors invites applications for the publication, whether through news, classifieds, Principal’s position. The appointment date is 1st January 2021. Applicants should be motivated, enthusiastic editorials or advertisements, and does not with a passion for providing excellent education to young people, have professional teacher’s qualifications, warrant the truth, accuracy or completeness be registered with SACE, with at least five years’ school management experience, and be a committed of the information provided. Advertisements, INTERNAL VACANCY Christian, ideally a practicing Catholic, who is empathic to diversity. classifieds, editorials and letters written to Key Performance Areas: the editor/ newspaper/s is the opinions and SECURITY OFFICERS representations of the companies/individuals RUSTENBURG/ KROONDAL • Ability and willingness to nurture and maintain the Catholic ethos, and nurture the charism, heritage who placed or sent the advertisements, Must be well spoken and neatly groomed and traditions of the school classifieds, editorials or wrote or sent the letters to the editor and not that of the editor/s, editor Requirements: • Guiding, leading and supporting the academic and ancillary staff in chief, journalists, employees or owners of • PSIRA Registered minimum GR C • Initiating and supporting staff development Platinum Publishers (Pty) Ltd. 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The enthusiastic cyclists eagerly took part in the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) Lost City Road Cycle Race. The prestigious race is a premier seeding event for the Cape Town Cycle Tour and the event has become famous for offering a fun-filled family day with lots of prizes, competitions, and other activities. Photo: Back from left: Paul Grobler, Rassie Grobler, Johan Steyn, Charl Klopper, Gregg Taylor, and Donita Visser. Front from left: Henry de Kok, Adriaan du Plooy, Morne du Plessis, Johan Hattingh, Johan Roos, Jason Hydon, and Marlene Human.

Notice of Application for Amendment of Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) as well as new Water Use Licence Application for RUSTENBURG KINDER- EN THREE DAYS Bakubung Platinum Mine. Applicant: Bakubung Minerals (Pty) Ltd Nature of activity: The specific changes to the project are: GESINSORG IS OPSOEK • Capacity change from 3 MT/annum to 1 MT/annum and 2 MT/annum OF GREAT • Construction of additional Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) on Frischgewaagd NA ‘N BETROUBARE Farm • Change of liner for stock pad area AFRIKAANSSPEKENDE GOLF! Application: The application for amendment of the Environmental Authorisation (EA) is undertaken in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, HUISOUER / HUISOUER Rustenburg – The Rustenburg Golf Club will be 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) and Waste Management Licence (WML) in terms of hosting its 44th Orange Blossom Tournament on National Environmental Management Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008) as EGPAAR. Friday 23 October to Sunday 25 October. It is open amended, and the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations of 2014. The to the public and there will be entertainment every competent authority for the EA and WML amendment process is the Department night. of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE). Ervaring in hantering van gedragsmoeilike The Orange Blossom is an annual tournament An integrated water use licence application (IWULA) in terms of the National kinders is ‘n voordeel. to get the Rustenburg community together to Water Act (Act 36 of 1998) and GN 267 (2017) is also required and will run in celebrate another year of great golfing. parallel to the EA and WML Amendment. The competent authority for the IWULA Bestuurslisensie is ‘n vereiste. For more information, contact Rustenburg Golf is the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation (DHSWS). Club manager Ilse Marais on 014 592 5575. Location: The mine is located on the farm Frischgewaagd 96JQ (Portions 3, 4 and 11), near Ledig, in the North West Province. The project area falls within E-pos CVs na the Rustenburg and Moses Kotane Local Municipalities of the Bojanala District Format Municipality. [email protected]. • Friday – IPS Draft Report: The draft amendment report will be available for public review • Saturday – Scotch doubles (foursomes) from 21 October – 20 November 2020. The document can be downloaded from • Sunday – Medal (18) www.knightpiesold.com/Bakubung and a hard copy will also be made available at Ledig Tribal Office. All comments should be submitted in writing to Tania Oosthuizen no later than Monday, 23 November 2020. VACANCY Email: [email protected] CREDIT CONTROLLER / BASIC BOOKKEEPING

Platinum Publishers is looking for a dynamic person to be part of our team. Work with The successful candidate will be responsible for credit control leaders in (debt collection), basic bookkeeping (processing invoices, bank and petty cash) and other general office administration (including The Rustenburg Golf Club will be hosting its 44th your ﬁ eld sending out quotes and other communication for management). Orange Blossom Tournament. every day REQUIREMENTS • Must have at least three years’ experience in bookkeeping. • Must be totally bilingual – Afrikaans and English. • Must be a people’s person! • Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office). • Must have a driver’s licence and own transport. This is non-negotiable. Please forward your CV and any additional information to Superintendent (Engineering) [email protected]. Boshoek Smelter Boshoek, North West, South Africa Reference: 10/2020 CLOSING DATE: 31 OCTOBER 2020

Requirements: • Degree/BTech in Mechanical Engineering • GCC Factories will Should you not have heard from us within 14 days after the closing date, be advantageous • Minimum of ﬁ ve (5) years’ heavy industry experience with please regard your application as unsuccessful. preference for ferrochrome smelting operations • Thorough knowledge and experience of planned maintenance systems • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent management skills • Computer literate (SAP PAM knowledge advantageous) • Good knowledge of the HSEC system • Project management and shutdown planning skills and experience.

The key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following: • Overseeing the installation and maintenance of all machinery and equipment to meet operational strategies • Compliance with all engineering related statutory requirements • Managing all aspects within the relevant engineering section inclusive of planned shutdown, breakdowns and preventative maintenance activities.

The Company offers: • A competitive salary • Medical aid fund membership contributions paid by the Company • Provident fund contributions paid the Company.

Apply now at: www.glencore.com/careers

By submitting your CV to Glencore, you hereby give us permission to circulate your information to the interview panel members for this vacancy only and background check may be conducted. Your information will not be used for any other position/purpose and will be disregarded after an offer has been made.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON: 22 OCTOBER 2020

Glencore is one of the world’s facilities – supported by a network largest globally diversifi ed natural of more than 90 offi ces located in resource companies and a major over 50 countries. producer and marketer of more We provide people with the than 90 commodities. Our opportunity to develop and grow operations comprise around 150 their expertise and the confi dence mining and metallurgical sites, oil to grow their careers. production assets and agricultural

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A quote from Len’s pen: This model is not the run- of-the-mill SUV, this is the real McCoy! I could satisfy my own ego behind the wheel, but this McCoy is different. I enjoyed going through the variety of electronic features in the luxurious comfort of a real SUV 4x4, one of the best in it’s class, with all the bells and whistles. Driving it and meandering through town is a breeze. On the open road it is a joy with excellent road handling and exceptional acceleration for passing other traffic. At 120 kilometres per hour, on and off-road it has a bit of body roll presumably due to its stiff sport suspension. The suspension serves to give it firm stability on the corrugated surface of a gravel road and it sits confidently around the tightest bends in 4H-drive. I personally The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is built to help would recommend this you escape the everyday humdrum and ignite SUV for the adventurous a spirit of adventure. This model is not a family man. run-of-the-mill SUV, this is the real McCoy!

Its sleek lines and ultra-modern design make it a beautiful high-performance machine built for the eight-speed automatic transmission with intelligent shift control that delivers an optimum balance whole family as it has a spacious interior that can seat up to seven adults. The versatile space can of engine power, fuel economy and interior quietness with smooth acceleration at low engine be configured to maximise passenger or cargo space to suit the occasion. revolutions. The safety features are of the highest quality. The vehicle is built with Mitsubishi Motor’s reinforced It also has electronic off-road assistance to further enhance your off-road experience. With the twist impact safety evolution (RISE) body construction and equipped with the latest safety technology. of a button you can move swiftly between two-wheel drive highway performance to rugged four- The safety features include seven airbags, active stability and traction control, an anti-lock braking wheel drive mode traction. system, break assist systems, and a hill start assist system. In addition, the ISOFIX child seat anchor This model has combined decades of off-road expertise and cutting-edge technology to fuse points will keep the little one safe. Extra features to enhance the relaxed riding experience include elegance, space, and safety for urban driving without losing the agility for off-road excitement. rain sensing windscreen wipers, rear park distance control, and dusk sensing headlamps. Book your test drive today at Maemo Motors on the corner of the N4 and R24, Waterfall East, Enjoy the magnitude of features like the powerful 2.4l MIVEC turbo diesel engine with an all-new Rustenburg or contact them on 014 537 6700.

Sharks vs Lions Die Cheetahs druk agt drieë met Malcolm Jaer wat drie keer oorgaan. Hierdie jong vleuel het ‘n puik Die telbord wys 16-13 in die guns van die Haaie maar wragtig ou grote, hierdie is nie ‘n game wat hulle game gehad en sy jong spanmaat Junior Pokomela het getoon dat hy Bokmateriaal is. Junior het op verdien het om te wen nie. ‘n Gelykopuitslag sou meer die ware weergawe wees. Elton Jantjies kon die flank soos ‘n senior gespeel en het gekook ou grote. game dalk gelykop getrek het as hy sou besluit om ‘n strafskop pale toe te neem maar eerder ‘n skrum Die Cheetahs speel Vrydagaand 19:00 teen die Bulle in die Rosestad. Die Pumas moet Kimberley toe verkies wat toe rampspoedig afgeloop het. reis om teen die Griekwas te loop speel. Die Leeus speel Saterdag 19:00 teen die Stormers in Kaapstad. Die Haaie verdien ‘n loslootjie en moet INTERNASIONAAL dalk hulle skrums gaan oefen. All Blacks vs Wallabies Bulle vs Griekwas In die eerste toets van 2020 kon geen mens vir meer drama gevra het nie ou grote. In Wellington Op Loftus moes die Bulle hard werk om die Griekwas 30-23 te troef. Dit was nie juis ruggas om oor huis eindig die telling 16 elk. In die 86ste minuut tref Reece Hodge se strafskop poging die regoppaal wat die toe te skryf nie. Bra Jake meen sy outjies het karakter gewys maar dis ook omtrent al wat hulle gewys Aussies van ‘n geskiedkundige oorwinning weerhou. het. In die algemeen is goeie ruggas gespeel. Die Aussies lyk na ‘n veel beter span onder die sweep van Vrydagaand 19:00 draf die Bulle teen die Cheetahs in Bloemfontein uit. Die Griekwas gaan in Kimberley Dave Rennie. teen die Pumas uitdraf. Die twee aartsvyande sit hulle stryd voort op Edenpark waar die All Blacks vir die laaste 26 jaar nie Cheetahs vs Pumas verloor het nie. Rekords is gemaak om te breek... Van die “katgeveg” is daar maar min gesien want die Cheetahs was eenvoudig net te sterk vir die Pumas. Matigheid en lekker braai ouens... Die rustyd telling was reeds 41-3 in die Blikore se guns met Oom Jimmy se bloeddruk die hoogte in. Nag ou grote...

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