If anyone has been looking for a way to settle sibling debates or office rivalries without ending up on a true-crime podcast, Solid Ground Park is hosting an Archery Tag Day on Sunday, 30 November 2025. It’s the sort of event where people get to run around with bows, fire foam-tipped arrows at their mates, and call it “team strategy” with a straight face. What’s Happening on the Day Archery tag is basically a mix of archery and dodgeball, except the arrows are designed to be

As the 2026 HSBC SVNS season approaches, the Springbok Sevens team enters the new campaign with renewed confidence, strong continuity, and measured evolution. Eleven players who helped secure the dramatic season-ending World Championship triumph in Los Angeles earlier this year remain at the heart of the squad. Their presence forms a solid foundation as the Blitzboks prepare for the opening leg of the new season in Dubai next weekend. With strategic leadership adjustments, re

The Springboks continued their unstoppable run on the 2025 Castle Lager Outgoing Tour with a 24–13 victory over Ireland  at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday, reaffirming their position as the world’s number one ranked team . It was a night of redemption, resilience, and raw power, South Africa’s first win in the Irish capital since 2012, achieved through a combination of scrummaging dominance, tactical precision, and unbreakable team spirit. First-Half Fire and Fury Ir

South African rugby celebrated a landmark achievement on Saturday when Malcolm Marx  was named the World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year , becoming only the fourth Springbok in history  to receive the sport’s most prestigious individual honour. His win marked another layer of historic significance: for the first time ever , South Africa produced back-to-back winners of the award, underscoring a golden era in national rugby excellence. Marx succeeded teammate Pieter-Steph d

This week’s Weekly Pulse  brings together the voices, victories and challenges shaping communities across the North West and beyond. From national developments that set the tone for South Africa’s future, to the day-to-day realities unfolding in Potchefstroom, Ikageng, Klerksdorp and Carletonville, the week showcased a blend of adversity, unity and remarkable progress. As service pressures, infrastructure strain and safety concerns continued to test residents, the same commun

🎄🐻✨🎄🐻✨🎄🐻✨🎄🐻✨ Die klokkies lui, die musiek speel, en die glimlagte was volop, want ons Wessie-personeel het hul 2025-afsluiting in ware feestyd-styl gevier! Dit was ’n geleentheid vol Kersfees-gees, dans, lag en samesyn - die perfekte manier om ’n jaar van harde werk en toewyding af te sluit. Image : Hoërskool Wesvalia ’n Groot Dankie aan Ons Ondersteuners ’n Spesiale woord van dank gaan aan Louis en Lennert van Eeden by Garden Bridge Lifestyle Centre  vir hul warm gas

🎒📚✨🎒📚✨🎒📚✨🎒📚✨ Every child deserves to start their school year with dignity, hope, and the tools to thrive. But for many families, even basic school supplies are out of reach. That's where we step in, and where you can help make a powerful difference. Image: Rotaract Klerksdorp This isn’t just about pencils and paper. It’s about restoring pride, inspiring confidence, and giving every child the same opportunity to succeed, no matter their background. What’s the Plan? We’

💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 💛 Die afgelope naweek het die KOSH-Kids weer hul magic gewys, en wat ’n verskil dit gemaak het! Met ’n hart vir kinders en ’n passie vir gee, het hierdie wonderlike inisiatief talle kinderharte warm en gelukkig gemaak. Image: Laerskool La Hoff Liefde in Aksie Met speletjies, glimlagte en sorg is daar hoop en vreugde gesaai onder ons jongste gesiggies. Dit was meer as net 'n besoek, dit was 'n ervaring van omgee en gemeenskapsgees. Laerskool La Hof

💃 🌟💃 🌟💃 🌟💃 🌟💃 🌟 By Goudkop Laerskool glo ons daaraan om elke leerder se uniekheid en talent te vier, en Kaycee-Lee Swanepoel gee ons beslis rede om trots te wees! Image:  Goudkop Laerskool ’n Ster op die Dansvloer Op 30 Augustus 2025 het Kaycee-Lee aan haar danseksamen deelgeneem en met styl en selfvertroue die “Dance Madness” Vlak 3-vlak verwerf. Hierdie is nie net ’n sertifikaat nie, dis ’n weerspieëling van haar harde werk, volgehoue dissipline, en opregte passie

The countdown is officially on. With all 24 nations  now qualified, the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027  is locked in and ready to deliver one of the most expansive, competitive, and globally inclusive tournaments in rugby history. Hosted in Australia from 1 October to 13 November 2027 , the upcoming World Cup promises a new era for the sport, featuring a refreshed format, more matches, more nations, and a sweeping spread of host cities across the country. Below is a full breakdow

The Orkney & Klerksdorp Animal Shelter continues to navigate a period shaped by emotional surrenders, inspiring resilience, and the tireless commitment of the people who stand behind its mission. Despite daily challenges and unpredictable cases, the shelter remains a refuge where frightened animals find safety, long-term residents search for belonging, and dedicated volunteers offer comfort through every difficult moment. This collection of stories reflects the true rhythm of

Klerksdorp Library Services is inviting residents to take part in a 4km Walk Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) , an awareness initiative aimed at uniting the community in the fight against violence, particularly toward women and girls. The walk forms part of broader national activism efforts and aligns with the international 16 Days of Activism campaign. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Event Details The event will take place on Friday, 5 December 2025 , with organisers encou

The City of Matlosana has released two important public notices addressing current risks and disruptions affecting local communities. Rising river levels following dam releases have prompted a flooding warning, while a separate vandalism incident at an electrical substation has caused water supply interruptions in parts of the municipality. Residents are urged to stay informed and exercise caution as authorities respond to both situations. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Flood

Water infrastructure across the City of Matlosana is undergoing significant maintenance and emergency repair interventions this week, affecting multiple communities. Residents in Orkney have been informed of a scheduled water supply interruption due to planned maintenance, while the City has also announced the successful repair of a major water line supplying Hartbeesfontein and Tigane. These developments form part of ongoing efforts to ensure a stable and reliable water supp

A significant milestone has been reached in the City of Matlosana as the Department of Human Settlements, together with municipal leadership, continues to advance the Military Veterans Housing Project. The initiative aims to provide dignified, stable housing for military veterans and forms part of broader national efforts to support those who have served the country. Image: City of Matlosana Progress on Housing Delivery Gcinisipho Trading (Pty) Ltd was appointed to construct

🎓🌟🎓🌟🎓🌟🎓🌟🎓🌟🎓🌟 Yesterday marked a heartwarming milestone at Ashton John’s Private School as our Grade R learners took a proud step forward in their academic journey, caps on heads, dreams in their hearts, and smiles that lit up the room. Image: Ashton John’s Private School A Celebration of Growth and Greatness As these young learners walked across the stage with confidence and joy, they reminded us of something truly powerful: brilliance begins with small steps. Thi

🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍 By Laerskool Goudkop begin leierskap nie agter ’n lessenaar nie, maar met ’n sakkie mieliemeel. Image: Laerskool Goudkop As deel van die inlywingsweek vir die 2026 Leerderraad, het elke leier ’n unieke en betekenisvolle uitdaging aanvaar: om die hele week lank ’n “pap baba”, ’n sakkie mieliemeel, oral saam met hulle te dra. Hierdie simboliese daad is veel meer as net ’n speelse aktiwiteit; dit is ’n kragtige herinnering aan die verantwoordelikhede wat

👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏👏 👏 👏👏 👏 👏 Die modelle van Hoërskool Wesvalia het behoorlik die kollig gesteel tydens die jaarlikse Platinum Fashion Festival, aangebied deur die North West School of Design. Hierdie glansryke modegeleentheid het vanjaar weer talent, styl en selfvertroue in oorvloed getoon, en Wesvalia was reg in die middel van die aksie. Image:  Hoërskool Wesvalia Met hul professionele, elegante houdings en stylvolle voorkoms het die Wessie-modelle nie net die gehoor b

Klerksdorp will hear a very specific kind of Sunday morning alarm on 23 November 2025. It will not come from phone apps or over-enthusiastic birds. It will come from motorcycles. Many of them. And all heading out with one purpose: the Bikers Care Toys4Joy Awareness Ride. A Ride with a Purpose The ride is simple at its core. Bring a kiddies toy or some stationery to the start at Rio Casino and Convention Resort, hand it over, and help brighten a child’s day. Just pitch up with

The Matlosana sporting community gathered in high spirits for the 2025 Matlosana Netball League Finals , a vibrant showcase of athletic talent and community pride. Hosted by the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture in the City of Matlosana  in partnership with the Matlosana Netball Association , the event brought together players, coaches, municipal representatives and enthusiastic supporters at the Brazil Stadium Tennis Courts. The finals marked an exciting culmination of