Die koue is hier, en dit beteken een ding. Dit is amper tyd vir Potch Dienssentrum se jaarlikse Winterbasaar. Die Potchefstroom Dienssentrum is hard aan die werk om dinge reg te kry vir al die lekker eetgoet. Daar is blykbaar groot planne vir allerhande gebak, maar selfs die beste bakkers kan nie koek bak sonder bestanddele nie. Enige Bydrae Help Die sentrum soek tans bakbestanddele om die panne te laat rol. Hulle het hulp nodig met basiese dinge soos meel, suiker, eiers of e

From clarifying the exact medical care covered in adoption fees to managing a surge of false alarms during an inspector's weekend off, Paws Haven has faced a remarkably busy week navigating both administrative and field challenges. Operating as a small, community-funded rescue shelter, the organization has had to balance urgent winter weather preparations and essential kennel repairs with heartwarming community outreach milestones, including a therapeutic resident visit from

The first week of June 2026 proved to be a highly active period for the JB Marks Local Municipality and the surrounding North West Province. Local government operations focused intensely on a combination of community development initiatives, infrastructure challenges, strategic fiscal planning, and high-level provincial oversight aimed at addressing systemic service delivery issues. Holistic Wellness: Men’s Engagement Session Promotes Workplace Healing On Tuesday, 2 June 2026

The United Rugby Championship (URC) has officially begun celebrating the top individual performers of the 2025/26 regular season, and South African players have dominated the opening announcements. Leading the charge are the Fidelity SecureDrive Lions duo of Chris Smith and Quan Horn, alongside the DHL Stormers' dynamic number eight, Evan Roos and Vodacom Bulls scrumhalf Embrose Papier. Furthermore, the off-field mastery of the South African franchises has been recognized wit

Aviation displays, static aircraft exhibits and a variety of family entertainment are scheduled to take place at the Parys Aerodrome in July, offering regional residents a full day of outdoor entertainment. The Parys Airshow 2026 has been scheduled for mid-July, with the main public exhibition day structured around a programme of civilian and military aerial formations. Gates are set to open early in the morning to allow visitors time to access the venue and view ground displ

The Bafenyi Trust has taken a profound and active stand for the youth in its community by launching a series of impactful initiatives aligned with Child Protection Month. Through innovative programs and community workshops, the non-profit organization is working diligently to create environments where children are heard, protected, and given the opportunity to reach their full potential. Giving Children a Voice with 'Concern Boxes' The initiatives kicked off on May 20th at Ba

Vier junior gholfspelers van Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Gimmies) het die afgelope naweek aan die Magaliespark Junior Ope-toernooi deelgeneem en verskeie top-posisies in die onderskeie ouderdomsafdelings behaal. Foto: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Die toernooi het aan die streek se voorste jong spelers die geleentheid gebied om hul staal te wys, en die Gimmie-verteenwoordigers het sterk vertonings oor die 18 putjies op die telkaart aangeteken. Ouderdomsgroep-Uitslae: Onder 15-Afdeling

The official squad for the Leopards U/18 LSEN (Learners with Special Educational Needs) rugby team has been finalized, with Boeta Johnson from Die Wilge High School in Potchefstroom appointed as the team captain. Image: Freddie Horn The squad is scheduled to participate in the national U/18 LSEN Craven Week Rugby Tournament, which will take place in East London, Eastern Cape, from 25 to 30 June 2026. Tournament Participation Costs To facilitate the team's participation in the

Die rugbyvelde van die streek gons van absolute opwinding ná die amptelike bekendmaking van die gesogte Leopards LSEN 2026-span. Hoërskool Die Wilge in Potchefstroom het weereens sy status as ’n absolute kragsentrale vir rugby-ontwikkeling deeglik bewys deur ’n groot groep elite-spelers na die provinsiale groep deur te stoot. Hierdie nasionale platform is waar die land se top-talent hulself teen die beste provinsiale spanne meet, en Die Wilge se manne is slaggereed om die gro

Potchefstroom is rapidly moving toward a greener and more sustainable future by actively embracing circular economy principles. With traditional municipal landfills facing severe capacity pressures and the rollout of South Africa's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, separating waste at the source has never been more important. Whether you are a student, local resident, or business owner, knowing exactly where to drop off your recyclable paper, cardboard, pla

Welcome back to another packed edition of The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary! We’ve just wrapped up Week 22 of 2026, and the energy in our community is absolutely off the charts. Over the last seven days, our team has been darting across town to cover everything from emotional trips down memory lane to major industrial networking events and highly anticipated restaurant openings. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy Whether you are looking to dig into some history, expand your commercial n

Die ruiters van Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Gimmies) het weereens gewys dat hulle oor die perfekte kombinasie van fyn tegniese vaardigheid, moed en unieke sinchronisasie met hul perde beskik. Tydens die afgelope naweek se gesogte ruitersportbyeenkoms by die bekende Maple Ridge Equestrian-plaas, het die Gimmie-span die kollig gesteel met ’n rits indrukwekkende podiumplekke. Foto: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Karien van Wyk Wys Haar Staal in die 1 m-Afdeling In die hoogs mededingende 1

This comprehensive talent review introduces our early May cohort By breaking down their profiles into actionable insights rather than just bullet points, we aim to help talent acquisition teams and hiring managers cut through the noise and discover their next star hire quickly and effectively Finding the perfect fit for your team shouldn't feel like searching for a needle in a digital haystack. The modern hiring landscape presents an interesting paradox: while technology make

A local resident known for her lifelong dedication to helping others is now on the receiving end of a massive outreach effort. Lori, a prominent figure in local youth mentorship, is facing a severe, multi-layered health crisis that has prompted her family to launch a public appeal for medical assistance. Image: Back-a-Buddy A Lifetime of Serving Others For years, Lori has been a cornerstone of her community, balancing commitments as a mother, teacher, and youth leader. Most n

The sensational form of the Springbok Sevens team throughout the 2026 circuit has received the ultimate individual validation. South African playmaker Tristan Leyds has been officially named as one of the three nominees for the prestigious Men's SVNS Player of the Year award. The shortlists, released by World Rugby on Monday, arrive amid immense anticipation just days before the season-ending HSBC SVNS World Championship Final gets underway in Bordeaux, France. The annual awa

The production line of elite cricket talent in the North West province continues to deliver the goods. In a thrilling announcement that has sent waves of pride through the local sports community, North West Cricket (NWC) and the North West Dragons officially confirmed that youth sensation Paul James has been selected for the South African Under-19 (SA U19) squad for their highly anticipated upcoming tour of England. Image: North West Dragons Set against the iconic backdrop of

The chalk dust is in the air, the mats are set, and the focus in the gym is razor-sharp. Potchefstroom Gymnastics Academy has officially sounded the trumpet for the start of the highly anticipated 2026 competitive gymnastics season, launching its athletes into a brand-new year of high-flying routines and technical milestones. Image: Potchefstroom Gymnastics Academy For months, the academy's gymnasts have been quietly putting in the work behind closed doors, conditioning muscl

Die bane het behoorlik gekook en die atmosfeer was gelaai met pure opwinding tydens die hoogs gerespekteerde Legacy Clash. In een van die mees spoggerige kragmetings van die toernooi, het Hoërskool Ferdinand Postma (Ferdies) se vlagskip 1ste-netbalspan sake uitgespook teen die altyd-taai span van Sannieshof in ’n wedstryd wat ondersteuners nog lank sal onthou. Foto: Hoërskool Ferdinand Postma Van die eerste fluitjie tot die laaste sekonde was hierdie wedstryd ’n weerspieëling

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced the official fuel price structural adjustments taking effect on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. The narrative for June is entirely defined by a tug-of-war between strong international over-recoveries and the National Treasury’s planned withdrawal of emergency tax relief. While global market factors dramatically favored a price drop across the board, petrol users are still facing a hike solely because the governme

The Junior Springboks concluded the inaugural U20 International Series with a flawless record, dispatching a physical Georgia side 57-14 in front of a packed crowd at Paul Roos Gymnasium's Markötter Stadium in Stellenbosch. Having already registered heavy victories over Chile and Fiji earlier in the tournament, the South African Under-20s completed a clean sweep of three wins from three matches to finish the series in style. Georgia entered the final round full of confidence