Planthoppers to the Rescue!
EATING THROUGH THE HYACINTH AT HARTIES
See you at the Light Festival!
ATTACKED WHILE SEEKING HELP
CASH HEIST CHAOS IN CBD
Suspect shoots himself after getting shot
A Message of Gratitude
[letter from André van Dyk]
[letter from André van Dyk]
12 December 2025
As this year draws to a close, I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has walked this journey with me and helped shape the success of Our Ward Matters.
Social & Community News
FROM VELD TO VICTORY
How OWM turns hard work into hope
How OWM turns hard work into hope
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly Newspaper | Rustenburg – While many slowed down for the festive season, Our Ward Matters (OWM) accelerated its efforts, delivering impactful clean-ups across ...
Social & Community News
Naledi shines on national stages
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Our city, Rustenburg continues to produce exceptional talent, and this year, one of its brightest daughters has made the entire provi...
Social & Community News
Helen Joseph Bridge opens ahead of schedule
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – In what many residents are calling a welcome surprise, the Helen Joseph interchange bridge has reopened far earlier than expected &nd...
Social & Community News
CPF warns of hijacking spike on R510 and surrounding routes
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – As residents gear up for the busy festive season, growing fears about alleged hijackings on the R510 near Rustenburg have placed moto...
Crime & Accidents News
Long arm of the law nabs runaway robbery pair
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg — Two suspects believed to be involved in a string of business and house robberies across the North West were arrested on Thursday, 4 D...
Crime & Accidents News
HIGH-TECH CAR THIEVES
Police Say It’s Not New — But Many Motorists Don’t Know
Police Say It’s Not New — But Many Motorists Don’t Know
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – A recent vehicle theft has drawn fresh attention to criminals using advanced signal-interference technology to unlock and steal cars ...
Crime & Accidents News
Planthoppers to the Rescue!
EATING THROUGH THE HYACINTH AT HARTIES
EATING THROUGH THE HYACINTH AT HARTIES
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Hartbeespoort Dam is once again feeling the pressure of a fierce surge of water hyacinth, with coverage estimated at 40–45% in the week of 4 Novem...
Headline News
Rustenburg MMA celebrates
a year of grit, growth and greatness
a year of grit, growth and greatness
12 December 2025
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – The Rustenburg Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Academy wrapped up another powerful year on 6 November 2025, hosting its festive year-end pri...
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