Week 39 - Diary from The Go-To Guy It’s a short, but busy week here at The Go-To Guy. We had the pleasure of enjoying an extra long weekend, and of course celebrated Heritage Day along with the rest of South Africa on Tuesday, 24 September.  Aardklop We kicked off the week when we visited Aardklop at the NWU RAG Farm. We visited a variety of stalls over the span of three days, and talked with some of the vendors, as well as festival goers. There is something for everyone, so if you haven’t been to the festival yet, be sure to purchase your tickets on Ticketpro or at the gate, and head to the NWU RAG Farm grounds for a festival filled with foods, drinks, and the most interesting products.  Head on over to our Facebook page to take a look at some of the stalls we visited, and festival goers whom we talked with.  Baillie Park T10 Cricket Challenge The annual T10 Cricket Challenge got underway on Friday, 20 September. This event is one of Baillie Park Primary School’s biggest fundraising events. The challenge consists of eight to ten cricket teams competing against one another in elimination rounds. Each round consists of ten overs, and the team who accumulates the most runs, wins. Over two days, the teams faced off against each other, and a winning team emerged victorious. A huge congratulations to Hennie’s who walked away as the overall winners from this year’s challenge. We look forward to seeing new companies compete in next year’s T10 Challenge! Stroom Stories This week was very relaxed, seeing as it’s school holidays. Wednesday’s Spiritual Talk with Pieter and Bennie Jonker was another insightful episode. They spoke about how our thoughts and words are intertwined, and how thoughts gain power in the words we speak. The episode delved deep into how our thoughts affect our lives, and how words can shape our reality. Three team members of a honours group joined Anjanette in the studio on Thursday morning. They spoke about their upcoming fundraiser, Barrels & Bids, what the proceeds will go towards, and information about the event itself. It was wonderful to see and hear these young people step up their game to contribute towards farmers in need. If you missed this episode, click on the image below. Frivolous Fridays - Office Olympics Inspired by the hit show, The Office, the team kicked off our first Frivolous Friday with none other than Office Olympics. We competed in paper plane folding, sticky note relay, and paper clip chain activities. It was a day filled with fun and laughter, and encouraged some camaraderie among the team members. Over the next couple of weeks, we will be participating in various office activities, and introduce the public to the members of our Potchefstroom office.  Matric Farewell Competition Our second matric farewell competition is in full swing. This time around it’s all about Potchefstroom’s favourite couple. This couple stand a chance to win a combined prize worth more than R15 000! Be sure to head on over to our Facebook page for more information on how to enter for this competition, and stand a chance to win this fantastic prize! Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit. ... “A toast to cheer and good times". Bult Oktoberfest is fast approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited! The third annual Oktoberfest will be taking place on the 12th of October at Cachet Park, Die Bult. Get ready for a day filled with good beer, better music, and a jolly good time. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment. Head on over Quicket to get your ticket today - it’s a day you definitely don’t want to miss. Rum and Gin Fest In addition to Bult Oktoberfest, we are also counting down the days to the Rum and Gin Festival, which will also be taking place on the 12th of October. So, if beer and Oompah bands aren’t really your thing, head on over to The Roots instead for a day of distilled rum and crafted gin. Click here to buy tickets today. See you next week!

Week 36 - Diary from The Go-To Guy What a busy week at The Go-To Guy! It was a week filled with livestreams, interviews, and content creation, with the highlight of the week being the Flo-Tek Spring Day. The celebrations continue! Yet another milestone was celebrated this past week when we reached an impressive 38 000 followers on our Facebook page! The amount of followers, along with the loyalty and engagement from the community is absolutely incredible, and we are left speechless week after week. Seeing as it’s warming up (and we decided to switch things up a bit), we were treated to some McFlurry’s from McDondals - it was definitely a sweet celebration. We look forward to growing and celebrating with you.  A breath of fresh air in Potchefstroom Our Potch Gazette interviewed Sister Elize Haagner, owner and founder of Nourish & Nurture, a Maternity Wellness Clinic that opened on the 2nd of September. This clinic is set to become a vital source for expecting mothers and new parents in Potchefstroom. There are various classes on offer, and Sister Elize is also a Lactation Specialist. View the full article here or visit their Facebook page for more information.  Stroom Stories Anjanette sat down with Yolandi Marx on Monday’s episode of Stroom Stories. Yolandi, who is the owner and founder of Lifestyle Club, is also a seasoned fitness and wellness coach. They talked about all things health and fitness related, and why it’s so important to incorporate activity in our day to day. Yolandi also shared some useful tips to improve your lifestyle and overall health. On Episode Five of Skool Kompas, Drikus sat down with retired principal, Mr. Daan Viljoen. Here he shared his rich experience and insights regarding the challenges and successes of a special needs school. Be sure to tune in to Skool Kompas every Tuesday at 15h30.  On Wednesday’s Spiritual Talk, Pieter’s guest was Willie Henning. We also talked with Christie Saayman, the principal of Abraham Kriel Children’s Home. Christie shared his experiences at Abraham Kriel, the work they do, and the children they take into care. Abraham Kriel is well-known within the community, and the Liggiefees is an annual event and highlight in Potchefstroom. But beyond the marvellous lights, the true heartbeat of Abraham Kriel, its children, are the true stars of this home. Watch the interview here: Keeping with the sombre feeling after Christie’s visit, Max Williamson joined us in the studio on Thursday, where he spoke about the challenge he will be partaking in when he runs from Parys to Potchefstroom to raise funds for the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home. We’re rooting for you, Max! Thank you for taking this challenge upon yourself to help children in need. Drikus finished off the week’s official streaming when he spoke to Nadine van Reenen and Lizzy Diseko, the wing and captain, and hooker of the Leopard Women's Team respectively. They shared their experiences about women’s rugby, and discussed the challenges and successes on and off the field. Walk With Us This week Pieter visited Jonsson Workwear, and FBP Services in our Walk With Us series. To keep up with Pieter and his videos, be sure to head on over to our website, click on our Walk With Us segment and take a virtual look around the interesting businesses in our vibrant town. Ikageng Gazette Florah Votyeka, our Go-To Guy representative in Ikageng, attended the Spring RNB & Soul Family Picnic event this past weekend. She captured the highlights from the weekend, and spoke to various attendees. Keep an eye on our social media pages for the videos or head on over to the Ikageng Gazette to take a look at what the day delivered. Flo-Tek Spring Day Flo-Tek’s Spring Day, which took place on the 6th of September, was a huge success; with a turnout of 18 stalls and 14 potjies that were made. It was a day filled with sun, networking,  and loads of prizes! Nearly every client who entered the giveaway, walked away with a prize that day - from a 1000 liter water tank all the way to a biltong hamper, with cash prizes and various vouchers in between.  A huge congratulations goes out to the Flo-Tek North West team on hosting this wonderful event. Oktoberfest & Rum and Gin Fest October is around the corner, and we are getting ready for Oktoberfest! The weekend of 12 October will be an eventful one, especially in Potchefstroom. Not only will the German flags be flying high at Cachet Park, whilst festival goers enjoy pints of beer accompanied by the sound of the Oompah Band, there will also be a Rum & Gin Festival taking place at The Roots. So if you enjoy the finer tasting things in life, the Rum & Gin Fest might be the event for you. Be sure to mark your calendars for 12 October, it’s going to be a good one! To purchase tickets for either of these events, simply click on the images below to be redirected to the ticket sales websites. See you next week!

Week 47 - Diary from The Go-To Guy The year is drawing to a close, and although things are slowing down, there are still a few exciting things happening in and around town.   Stroom Stories We had a very special stream on Tuesday. Anjanette was in the ‘hot seat’ as we spoke to her about her new endeavours that lay ahead, her time at The Go-To Guy, and what she’ll remember most about working at the company.  Skool Kompas saw Martin Botha, the founder of StudyXpress. Martin shared more about StudyXpress’s unique approach to education, where Biblical values and out-of-classroom learning opportunities play a major role. Click on the image below to listen to this episode.  During Wednesday’s episode of Spiritual Talk, Pieter talked to Bennie Jonker about the theme: The success of your identity. They delved deeper into how humans are prone to tackle everyday challenges from our identities. But what happens when that identity is not rooted in Christ? Obstacles can look more intimidating if you’re living from the wrong perspective, with the wrong identity. They spoke about how you can deepen your relationship with God, and root your identity in Him, in order for you to face every challenge with faith and confidence.  During Anjanette’s last Stroom Stories, she spoke to musician Ayrton. This 20-year-old rising star is taking the world by storm. With his debut single "I Will Go Far" amassing over 25,000 streams on Spotify and YouTube in just a month, Ayrton is making waves with his original, heartfelt songs. They talked about his musical journey, creative process, and what’s next for this talented artist. If you missed this rocking episode, simply click on the below image.  We wrapped up the week with a recap during episode 6 of Newsline. From the approaching Rollover Date for prepaid meters, and Fraud Awareness Week to Martha Stewart’s attempt at a Milktart, we covered the whole shebang. Take a look at the recap below in case you missed the episode.  Walk With Us It was another busy week for Pieter, as he popped in at various businesses and provided us with some entertaining content. First up was Jonssons Workwear to promote their Hero Workwear Competition which is currently underway. Next up was Orka Solar where he gave the community a look into this well-established name in Potchefstroom; for any and all your alternative energy needs, Orka Solar is the place for you! On Wednesday he teamed up with Quintin and Micayla to attend Potch Academy’s Student Work Exhibition, where the students had the opportunity to showcase their work from the past year. It was a spectacular evening with impressive art pieces and good company.  It is World Toilet Day on the 22nd of November, so it was a no-brainer to pop in at Plumber’s Depot to take a look at some of the specials on their favourite brands. The week ended at Canal Crossing’s Pick ‘n Pay. Pieter took a stroll through the aisles and gave viewers a sneak peek of some great Black Friday Specials that will be hitting the shelves next week! To take a look at any of the above-mentioned videos, click here to be redirected to the Walk With Us segment on our website. Matric Farewell Winning Couple Announced  A huge congratulations to Attie and Amily for being crowned the winning couple for our Matric Farewell Couple Competition! This lucky couple walked away with some incredible prizes. Thank you to everyone who entered, and thank you for every like, share and comment on the post. A huge shoutout to our amazing sponsors who contributed to this competition with some stunning prizes! The winning couple was selected from the Top 5 by our sponsors. Enjoy your fantastic prizes, Attie and Amily! Garden Master Competition If you think that your garden is the most beautiful one in Potchefstroom, then this is the competition for you! Our Garden Master Competition will end on the 25th of November, with the winner being announced on the 7th of December. How to enter: 1.Buy any eligible gardening products from R100+ at Flotek North West, 1 Delta Street. 2.Send up to 3 garden photos and your receipt before 25 Nov. 3.Send your entries to theguy@thegotoguy.co.za or WhatsApp to 083-209-1870. Prizes include: 1st Place: INGCO Battery Operated Trimmer 2nd Place: 1,000L Water Tank 3rd Place: Guano Boost Product For more information on the competition, click here. Abraham Kriel Liggiefees Sponsors With the much anticipated Abraham Kriel Liggiefees a mere week away, we started promoting the sponsors who made this annual highlight possible. Keep an eye on our Facebook page, as we will be uploading a sponsor every day until the 13th of December - that’s a lot of sponsors!  And speaking of Liggiefees, a last minute artist joined the line-up. Ray Dylan will be taking to the stage on the 11th of December. Remember to purchase your tickets on Quicket or at the gate - we can’t wait to see you at the Liggiefees from 29 November until 31 December, 18h00 - 22h00 every evening.  Bon Voyage, Anjanette It is with a heavy heart that our team said goodbye to Anjanette on Thursday. She and her fiancé will be heading to KwaZulu-Natal to teach. Anjanette has been a part of our team for nearly a year, and during this time she has made a lasting impression and set the standard quite high for the next Stroom Stories presenter. Her empty seat leaves an empty space in our hearts, but we wish her only the best with this new endeavour. Anja, thank you for all the laughs, tears, and coffees we got to enjoy with you. You will always be a part of The Go-To Guy team. We hope Pongola has a drive-thru coffee shop! See you next week!

Potch Gazette April Edition Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Hebron Potchefstroom - A beacon of hope * Kutlwano Dlamini, overcoming obstacles and thriving on the rugby field * Green Talk: World Earth Day * Family Talk: Enrolling toddlers in gymnastics, and creating a love for dancing * Car Talk: On our radar - Ford Everest Wildtrak * Walking on Water: Finding courage to face the storms * Book Club: The age-old debate, E-books vs Hardcover books

Potch Gazette November Edition #1 Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Love Potch: Changing the narrative of Potchefstroom * Looking back at the third Bult Oktoberfest * The free-roaming cat colony is undergoing renovations * Take a look at our superstar scholars * Matric Farewell Couples Competition: Meet the couples * Putting the spotlight on the business, and event of the week * Get ready for Liggiefees 2024 * Events in November

Week 46 - Diary from The Go-To Guy Another milestone We have officially reached 48 000 followers on Facebook! A HUGE thank you to all of our followers - old and new. To celebrate this milestone, we were treated to some delicious pizza from Pizza Hut. If you haven’t noticed, we are quite the pizza lovers. Thank you so much for supporting us on this journey, we look forward to creating more content you love, and bringing you the stories of Potchefstroom to Potchefstroom.  Stroom Stories We kicked off the week with a visit from DA Ward Councillor, Bertus le Roux, who has been involved with the DA since 2006. He shared some insights about our town, some challenges he faces in this position, and the exciting projects ahead. If you missed this very interesting episode, do not fret - simply click here. Skool Kompas Episode 14 saw Tinike Viljoen and Lieb du Plessis, two grade 11 learners from Hoër Volkskool Potchefstroom. They spoke about the learners’ school careers, the challenges they face during exams, and about how they handle stress during the end of year struggles. Head on over to Stroom Stories on our website and click on this episode. On Spiritual Talk, Pieter Conradie and Bennie Jonker had an insightful conversation about the ‘instant culture’ and comfort in our spiritual lives. We live in a world of instant solutions and instant gratification, which we often expect in our relationship with God. True spiritual growth requires commitment, time, and the patience to sacrifice our comfort for a deeper connection - something that instant solutions can’t replace. Click on the below image to listen to this short, powerful message. During Thursday’s episode of Stroom Stories, we welcomed the Director of Childline North West, Melindi van Rooyen, in the studio. Here, Melindi and Anjanette spoke about the important work that Childline is doing in our community. It was a conversation about hope, safety, and the future of our children. Click here to take a look at this inspiring episode. On episode 26 of Rugby Raas, Drikus chatted to Tshiamo Pieto, a player for Potch Dorp Rugby Club’s second team. Tshiamo shared his journey, from his days as a Gimmies rugby player to his involvement at Potch Dorp Rugby Club, and they also spoke about how rugby formed his life and the lessons he learned on (and off) the field. Click on the image below to listen to Tshiamo's story. We ended off the week’s livestream with another episode of Newsline, where we recapped the week’s events, spoke about our local school stars, and events to look forward to this weekend. If you missed the recap, simply click on the image below.  Walk With Us This week was another busy one for Pieter, and he was all over town. He stopped at Jonsson Workwear to promote their Workwear Hero competition which is currently underway, and reminded the Potchefstroom community about Homestead Butchery’s birthday on Friday, 15 November. Later the week, he got a good workout when he visited BodyLab EMS, and he stopped at Childline North West to talk with Director, Melindi van Rooyen, about the incredible work they do. Pieter is fortunate to drive around with the Ford Puma this month, and of course he had to do a review of this fantastic car. He ended off the week by visiting the Totius Huis Museum as part of our newest Museum Series.  Head on over to the Walk With Us segment on our website to take a look at these videos! Matric Farewell Couples Competition - Top 5 announced  The public voting has closed, and our sponsors are busy voting for their favourite Matric Farewell Couple. The results will be announced on Monday, 18 November, where the winning couple will walk away with an amazing price worth more than R15 000! A huge thank you to everyone who entered the competition. You win! (3).mp4 Business of the Week Nestled beside the tranquil river in Potchefstroom, River Café offers more than just a meal; it provides an experience. Known for its relaxed atmosphere and stunning waterfront views, this local favourite invites guests to unwind and enjoy a refreshing escape from the everyday hustle. Their menu features delicious, wood-fired pizzas and savoury rizzoles that pair perfectly with their signature selection of locally crafted beer and expertly mixed cocktails, adding a unique, artisanal touch to the experience. Whether you’re looking for a casual spot to catch up with friends or a romantic riverside dinner, River Café delivers with its warm ambiance, friendly service, and a menu that celebrates the local flavours. Homestead Butchery Turns 3! Can you believe that it’s been three years since Homestead Butchery opened its doors?! Ever since then, they have made their mark in Potchefstroom with A-grade quality meat, delicious biltong and droëwors, not to mention the lovely snacks on offer. The Go-To Guy team spent the day at the butchery where we interacted with the community, saw Pieter give away some prizes, and got some great content. Keep an eye out for an article about this special birthday celebration, and take a look at the video's on our Facebook Page. Lulu Lalla opens its doors in Potchefstroom After two successful branches in Klerksdorp and Kathu, Lindie Badenhorst decided to expand her business to Potchefstroom, and on 15 November Lulu Lalla Gift Shop officially opened its doors at Vyfhoek Shopping Centre. We look forward to seeing how this new addition to our town grows and blossoms.  Find Lulu Lalla Gift Shop between Westpack and Tops. See you next week!

Week 38 - Diary from The Go-To Guy It was another busy, busy, busy week for the team at The Go-To Guy.  Unbelievable milestone Guys, we did it! We have officially reached one of our major milestones - 40 000 followers on Facebook! We knew this would be an incredible milestone celebration, so we did it in style...with a deliciously, decadent, Death by Chocolate cake from Pesto’s. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for all of our followers, old and new. It’s such a privilege to be your go-to business for anything and everything in and around town.  Stroom Stories Tuesday saw a very special guest in the studio - Buksie Reiners from Pret & Proe. Buksie spoke about how Pret & Proe came to exist, the exciting ventures ahead, and what the community can look forward to when visiting their premises. Remember to visit our Walk With Us segment on our website to take a look at this amazing place on the Modderdam Road.  Ms Elisia Smit and Mr Antonio, teacher and sport organiser from Potchefstroom Primary School, joined Drikus on Tuesday’s episode of Skool Kompas. They shared more about the school, their approach to education and teaching, and they had a few laughs in between, as one should.  Pieter spoke with Mikael Gouws on Wednesday’s Spiritual Talk. The topic for today’s inspirational episode was ‘The people who touch our lives contribute to our growth, wisdom and spiritual development.’ This episode delved into how interactions and relationships shape our life journey. If you missed this episode, fear not. Simply click on the image below which will redirect you to the episode. Thursday’s guest on Stroom Stories was Johaleen Graaff. She is currently a freelance teacher at the Military Base’s After Care Centre. They are busy with the preparations for their concert, which will take place on the 18th of October. The centre does not get any funding from the government, nor the Military Base, so they have no choice but to pay for supplies out of their own pockets. With the concert fast approaching, they are asking for donations in the form of:  * Tutu’s for the girls (6 tutu’s, any colour) * Ribbons (any colour) * Hula Hoops (for both the concert and the school) * White shirts for boys and girls (sizes have been provided) * Decor for the stage (the theme is Love) * A few drapes (around 2 meters long, any colour) * Lucky/sweet packets for the kids * Any type of military/navy hats for the boys Thursday’s Rugby Raas episode saw Drikus talking with Johan Bornman, vice-president of Leopards Rugby. During this episode they reflected on the 2024 season, discussed the different leagues, along with the general challenges they faced this past season. They also spoke about what the future looks like, and what the community can expect from the team and club in 2025, as well as the future of club rugby. Take a look at this episode by clicking on the image below. The countdown to Aardklop The countdown to the 26th annual Aardklop Festival is officially underway, and the town of Potchefstroom is getting ready for this week of performing arts, good music, and even better food. From the 24th until the 29th of September, our vibrant town will come alive with visitors, as we all head to the NWU RAG Farm grounds where Aardklop will be held. The daily line-ups are jam packed with amazing talent, and the various venues across town are already busy setting up.  Be sure to head on over to Ticketpro to get your tickets to avoid disappointment or visit their Facebook page for more information on the artists, performances and the variety of activities. Prost! Not only are we getting ready for Aardklop next week, we are officially less than one month from Bult Oktoberfest - another fantastic festival to look forward to! The day promises to be filled with the sounds of Oompah bands, Kyle Cassim, Francois van Coke, and Chunga Monkey, to name but a few. Make sure you purchase your tickets from Quicket to avoid disappointment. Matric Farewell Competition The second matric farewell competition was launched this week, and we couldn’t be more excited! The winning couple from this competition will walk away with an overall prize worth more than R15 000. Head on over to our Facebook page for more information on how to enter for this great competition Cleaning up our town As part of the Potch Geesfees’ theme of this year, Beautify our Town, we took hands with ALS, Kooperasie, Meerkat Online Auctions, and Q Stud where we headed to the N12 for a clean-up initiative. It was great to see such commitment from the community, as everyone came together to create a cleaner town. See you next week!

Week 41 - Diary from The Go-To Guy It’s been one of the busiest weeks at The Go-To Guy! Celebrating 45 000 followers! As we’re inching closer to the magical 50K, we still celebrate every milestone, and this week was no different. As part of our Facebook page reaching 45 000 followers, we were treated to some delicious, Italian gelato from Munchies. The growth that we are experiencing is something we have never seen before, and we are ever grateful for our loyal, and new, followers. We thrive to keep you updated, better ourselves, and continue to make a positive impact in our community.  Stroom Stories Tuesday’s Stroom Stories guest was Alet Visser from Empowering People SA (EPSA).  EPSA helps businesses and employees by providing practical training that improves their productivity. They focus on empowering people with the right skills for success in various sectors. If you missed this episode, head on over to our Stroom Stories segment on the website to learn more about what training EPSA has to offer.  On the ninth episode of Skool Kompas, Drikus talked to Santie van der Westhuizen, head of Little Saints Nursery School and Loise Kock, one of the HOD’s (head of department) at Saints Christian School. They had informative discussions about these two local schools, the importance of school education and how it shapes children's future. On Wednesday, Pieter spoke to Ruan Viljoen on another episode of Spiritual Talk. Here they talked about the deep relationship between God’s Word, the plans we make, and how we trust God regarding our hearts and emotions. It was a deep, inspirational conversation about the importance of leading and trust in our spiritual journeys.  Marietjie Gerber from Wilgeboom Aarbeie talked with Anjanette on Thursday morning’s session of Stroom Stories. She spoke about how Wilgeboom Aarbeie came to be, the fun initiatives that they are implementing nearly every weekend, and what the future holds for this humble family business.  On episode 21 of Rugby Raas, Drikus spoke to Charisane Pruis, a talented Potch Dorp Women's Rugby player. She spoke about her path to success, along with the challenges and highlights she experienced along the way. Rugby runs through this family’s veins, as her husband, Marius, is also a rugby player for Potch Dorp.  Friday saw the very first episode of News Line. Here, we talked about what happened in Potchefstroom the past week, as well as some exciting events taking place this upcoming weekend. Head on over to our Events Calendar to take a look at the variety of events, and if you missed this recap, take a look below. Oaktober Fun Run Start your Saturday morning with a 4.8km Fun Run. This is to celebrate the trees in the oak avenue and Potchefstroom Central School’s centenary (for those who don’t know what a Centenary is, it’s the hundredth anniversary of a significant event or institute.) Do a candy hunt as you run, walk, or stroll through the oak avenue. This is sure to be a fun-filled day. And afterwards, you can reward yourself by attending the Bult Oktoberfest or Rum & Gin Festival. Click on the below image to purchase your tickets: Oktoberfest is FINALLY here! It feels like this has been the biggest build-up EVER! But we know that the hype will be worth it. Oktoberfest is FINALLY here and we couldn’t be more excited for this festival. Throughout the week, we have been promoting the artist who will be taking the stage at the third annual Bult Oktoberfest, which only added to the excitement. We also had our lucky draw for Oktoberfest, and our winner ended up winning a table for themselves and nine friends - congratulations! Keep an eye on our social media, as we will be covering this event on the day as well. Click on the image below to be redirected to Quicket for ticket purchases: Rum & Gin Fest In addition to Bult Oktoberfest, it’s also the highly anticipated Rum & Gin Fest which will be taking place at The Roots. As with Oktoberfest, we have been promoting the performing artists throughout the week. If you enjoy the finer things in life, then this festival is definitely the one for you!  Click on the image below to be redirected to Quicket for ticket sales: Walk With Us Pieter was in and out of the office - as per usual. He visited quite a few new places, including Cyclo DNA and Wildman. On Friday he attended the official opening of the astro hockey fields at Volkies, and stopped at the newly opened Vida e Caffe, which is already a hit! Be sure to head on over to our Walk With Us segment to take a look at all these wonderful, new places.  Frivolous Fridays - Office bake off Cake Wars came to our office on Friday, and what a sweet surprise! The pressure was on as the three teams had to impress our ‘judge’ (tannie Linda) to see who would walk away with the trophy this week. In keeping with the Spring theme, all of the cakes were beautifully decorated with edible flowers, and the variety of flavours was delicious.  Amanda and Quintin opted for a rich chocolate cake, Micayla and Pieter chose a decadent vanilla spongecake as their ‘weapon’ to take into this battle, and Anjanette and Johané headed down the rainbow route.  The competition was stiff, and it came down to the detail of each design. At the end of the day, Anjanette and Johané were crowned as the winning Cake Team!  See you next week!

Potch Gazette November Edition #2 Here's our second November edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Blossoms of Grace: Changing lives, one box at a time * Take a look at Childline North West * Updates on the free-roaming cat colony's renovations * Take a look at our superstar scholars * A recap of the last two weeks' guests on Stroom Stories * Matric Farewell Couples Competition: Top 5 * Putting the spotlight on the business, and event of the week * Get ready for Liggiefees 2024, only two weeks to go! * Newest events in November * Office Champs: Meet your office champs from the past few weeks' Office Games

Week 44 - Diary from The Go-To Guy Mile(stone) after mile(stone) Potchefstroom, you did it again! You helped us reach 48 000 Facebook followers! This is truly mind boggling to us, and we can only stand in awe… ‘Thank you’ seems so insignificant, but we are honestly so extremely grateful for each and every like, share, comment, and follow we receive - not only on Facebook, but across all of our social media pages. We’re nearly at the magical 50 000 mark, so here’s to more relatable content that you love.  Stroom Stories On Tuesday’s episode of Stroom Stories, Anjanette sat down with the ladies from Solidariteit Helpende Hand, Suzanne de Swardt and Sunet van der Merwe. They gave a bit of background about Solidariteit, and shared their exciting, special Ladies’ Morning coming up. This morning is exclusively for the lovely women in and around town. Here they will spend the morning with motivational speaker and TV star, Lindie Strydom, all whilst being spoiled. This special event will take place on the 9th of November at the Potch Dienssentrum. Get your tickets here. The headmaster and vice principal from Sonskynhoekie Pre-Primary School, Ms Annelene Kotzee and Ms Hendrehette Jonker, were Drikus’ guests on the twelfth episode of Skool Kompas. Here, the teachers spoke about the school, as well as how they are creating a positive start to the educational development in young children. If you missed this episode, head on over to our website, select Stroom Stories, and scroll down until you see Episode 12.  Wednesday is Spiritual Talk day. In this inspiring episode, Pieter talked to Bennie Jonker about the connection between the brain and the heart in our faith - as described in Romans 10:9-10. They delved deeper into how brain and heart coherence can strengthen our relationship with God and direct our spiritual path. If you missed this inspiring episode, click here.  On Thursday, Anjanette was joined in studio by the organizers of the Promosa Drug Awareness Campaign. They told us more about their latest awareness weekend taking place on the 2nd of November, in collaboration with Minister’s Fraternal, Freedom Recovery Centre, and YADSA. This outreach will include schools, the community, and several churches to make a difference together in the fight against drugs.  Jan Naudé, centre for Potch Dorp Rugby Club, was Drikus’ guest on this week’s episode of Rugby Raas. Jan's game on the field is just as strong as his presence in the team, and he plays a big role in the team's attacking strategy. If you missed this episode, simply click on the image below.  As per usual, Newsline ends off our week, and this episode was no different. Just in case you missed the past week’s recap, simply click on the image below to get an overview of what happened this week - from Potchefstroom to Pennsylvania.  Ikageng Gazette - Welcoming BK Our newest journalist, BK Votyeka, is the face of the Ikageng Gazette! With his vibrant smile and comfortable personality, he fits in well with the rest of the team. The few videos he has done have already made an impression on our audience members, and with him doing the videos in Tswana, it broadens our audience that much more.  Keep an eye on our social media pages for updates from this vibrant, young man. Walk With Us It was another busy week for content capturer, Pieter. He visited Daly Ford to show all of the vehicles on display. He also stopped at the iconic Standard Bank building, which was on auction. His next stop was at Kyalami Motors, Mr Meat Mr Biltong, and he ended the week off at Made by Mosaic. To take a look at any of these videos, simply head on over to our Walk With Us segment on our website.  Growing, growing, growing Our team is expanding, and we started advertising positions for the following: Temporary Socialite, Sales Representative, and a Studio Broadcaster. While we will be bidding farewell to one of our beloved colleagues, at the same time we as a team are extremely excited for the ventures that await this individual. With that being said, there will be a few internal shifts taking place at The Go-To Guy, as well as external appointments - exciting stuff! It’s a bittersweet feeling, though. Should you be interested in any of these openings, send your CV over to theguy@thegotoguy.co.za with the position title as your subject line. Frivolous Friday - Guess the Sound  For this week’s team building event, the team had to finely tune their ears, as our music knowledge was tested. The easiest way to describe it is ‘Noot vir Noot’. Of course we had to dress for the occasion - from the 80’s all the way to Afrikaans, the genres/eras were displayed in great detail with the costumes. A huge congratulations to Anjanette for claiming the Office Trophy for the third week in a row!  See you next week! 

  Potch Gazette May Edition Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * 29 May: Hundreds head to voting stations * The talent behind the brush - Jonel Scholtz * Nampo Oesdag 2024 - Boerse lekker! * Green Talk: Tracking lions & Celebrating World Bee Day * Classic Clash: Gimmies vs Volkies * Honeymoon Destinations: Breathtaking Bali * Events Calendar

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Potch Gazette September Edition Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Our first Matric Farewell Competition winner shared her experience with us * Getting ready for the 26th annual Aardklop Festival * Take a look at the business, and event of the week * Meet the students who are raising funds for farmers in need * This month was filled with fundraising events * Mark your calendars, October is going to be a busy month!

 Potch Gazette July Edition Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Paris Olympics - Meet the athletes representing Potchefstroom * Get your tickets for Potch Geesfees * School and Sport Talk: Tokkie Netball shines at SA Championships * Daly Ford, a Pillar in the Potch Community for six decades * From Klerksdorp to the Miss Princess Crown, Isabella van der Westhuizen stuns judges

Week 45 - Diary from The Go-To Guy We started off the week with some scorching hot weather here in Potchefstroom! Nevertheless, we knew it was another week where opportunities were waiting for us.  Stroom Stories Our Safety Line presenter, Cindy Purén, hosted this week’s Tuesday episode of Stroom Stories. Here, she spoke to Santi Britz from iDUC (Initiative for Dedicated Upliftment and Care). iDUC is a non-profit organisation in Potchefstroom that supports individuals who have been victims of abuse. As described on the Facebook Page’s biography ‘’The iDUC project is based on the touching story of Santi Britz who, by the grace of God, used her pain from a rape trauma to touch the lives of many.” Santi founded iDUC to create awareness, and to support victims. They provide counselling, resources, and educational programs to combat violence against women and children.  During Episode 13 of Skool Kompas, Drikus Viljoen talked to Hettie Conradie, the principal of Hasie Hop Pre-Primary School. She told our viewers more about the school itself, along with how they encourage these youngsters to love learning in a safe, healthy environment. If you missed this episode, simply click here.  Pieter’s guest on Wednesday was Bennie Jonker. This inspiring, fifteenth episode covered the topic about how we become so comfortable with our routine and environment that we miss the voice of God - the voice that wants to lead us to a better life. Based on John 10:27-28, they examined the dangers of worldly comfort and how we can refocus on a deep spiritual connection.  Thursday’s guests in the studio was the team from Love Potch. They spoke about this new initiative, and talked about how they are looking forward to changing the narrative of Potchefstroom, and transforming our town into the thriving, safe city it once was. Read more about the initiative here or listen to this episode by clicking on the image below.   On the latest episode of Rugby Raas, Drikus sat down with Frank Lee Jackson, captain and fly half for Potch Dorp Rugby Club; he is also a Leopards player. The men talked about Frank Lee’s rugby career, his role on the field, and what it means to him to represent the community.  Head on over to our Stroom Stories segment on our website, and simply scroll down to Episode 25 of Rugby Raas.  Newsline ended off the week’s live streams here at The Go-To Guy. We recapped what happened in town this past week, shared some international news, and informed the viewers about various events taking place in and around Potchefstroom this coming weekend. To take a look at the latest episode, simply click on the image below. Remember to visit our Events Calendar on our website for any event happening either in Potch or surrounding areas.  Walk With Us We have kicked off a brand new set of videos - the Museum Series! In collaboration with Heritage Potchefstroom Erfenis, we will be exploring a new museum in town every week. During this series we will share unique stories, insights about what makes Potchefstroom so special, along with a valuable history 'lesson'. This week's museum was the Reformed Church Museum. Take a look around by visiting our Walk With Us segment on our website. To arrange a visit to this site, contact Carmie Huiman at 21149895@nwu.ac.za New seasons call for new candidates We have officially started the interview process of possible candidates for our three vacancies, which is an exciting new season for all of us. Keep an eye out for updates on our newest team member(s).  Ikageng Gazette Our Ikageng Gazette spokesperson, BK, attended a few events last weekend. The first was a fundraising event for the Ikalafeng Special School in Ikageng, and the second was a celebration, with the theme ‘Garden’/Lifestyle at Lyon’s Paradise. Here he spoke with the organiser of the event to gain some insight of what it entails. Head on over to our social media pages to take a look at these events, and the lively vibes that went along with it.  Matric Farewell Couples Competition draws to a close The matric farewell couples competition is drawing to a close, and the voting will end on Monday, 11 November. There is still time to vote for your favourite couple, so you better hurry up! Head on over to our Facebook Page, go to the competition post, scroll through the photos, and vote for your favourite. The Top 5 will be announced next week, whereafter our main sponsors will select the top 3, with the winning couple walking away with a huge prize worth more than R15 000!  Looking for the greenest fingers in Potchefstroom Do you consider yourself a gardening king or queen? Does everything you plant simply flourish under your care? Is your garden a picturesque haven, filled with a rainbow of flowers and does it smell like Spring for two seasons long? Then we want to hear from you! Enter our Garden Master competition which is currently underway, and stand a chance to win a fantastic prize from Flo-Tek, along with the title (and trophy) of Potchefstroom Garden Master. Read more about the competition here.  Happy birthday, Yolandi! On Thursday, one of our team members, Yolandi Botes, celebrated her birthday! We hope your day was filled with blessings, love, and birthday cake - all in absolute abundance. May this new year be filled with light, adventures and love, Yolandi! Frivolous Fridays  This week, we teamed up to compete in a round of 30 Seconds. Congratulations to Quintin & Anjanette for taking home the victory this week! Anjanette is on a streak, she can't be stopped! It was good fun, and a great way to end off this hot, humid, and fast week. Laughter truly is the best medicine.  See you next week!

Potch Gazette March Edition Here's our latest edition of the Potch Gazette. What to expect in this edition: * Brigadier Steven Moodley greets the SAPS after 40 years of service * 'n Nuwe Pampoen Kampioen is gekroon * Family Talk: Teaching and learning Baby Sign Language * Wedding Talk: How to have a paw-sitive wedding * Spiritual Talk: The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people * Book Club: The versatile voice of Chanette Paul * Amazing upcoming April events

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