Crime & safety
A LIFE TAKEN AT A FARM GATE
Two arrested after Hannetjie van Zyl’s death, third suspect sought
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Crime & safety
Fatal stabbing in Phokeng: HUSBAND ARRESTED WITHIN HOURS
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Phokeng – A 50-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing his wife at their marital home in Platinum Village was arrested within hours after information from a community member helped police locate him. According t
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Air Force lifts injured Magaliesberg hiker to safety
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Magaliesberg – An eight-metre fall left a hiker with multiple spinal fractures on Sunday afternoon, 13 September 2026, prompting a challenging helicopter rescue after dark by the South African Air Force (SAAF) and mountain rescue specialists.
Schools & sport
Mud, mountains and Rustenburg grit
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Mountains, mud and chilly conditions put Rustenburg Cycling Club (RCC) members to the test as they tackled two memorable mountain-bike events over Heritage week.
Schools & sport
Two cities, two podiums for Elmarie!
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Run/Walk For Life Rustenburg member Elmarie Pretorius had double reason to celebrate, earning two podium finishes in just three days!
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Did you know? — HOW LONG IS THE ROAD FROM MEETING TO FINISHED?
A 3.38 km road rehabilitation project in KwaZulu-Natal began in September 2023. The province’s 2026 budget still listed it among delayed projects, citing the contractor’s cash flow problems. In Northern Ireland, officials scheduled 2.2 km of resurfacing from 13 April to 5 June 2026 – about eight wee
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Are you an early bird?
Do you leap out of bed ready to tackle the day, or does your alarm need several attempts to convince you? Tell us whether sunrise is your favourite time… or whether you’d rather meet the day after a second cup of coffee.
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PUBLIC POLL: THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Should high school learners be allowed to use cellphones during school hours? NO 17% YES 83%
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HAVE YOUR SAY — Should high school learners be allowed to use cellphones during school hours?
Although cellphones can be useful for research, communication and emergencies, they may also distract learners and disrupt lessons. Should high schools allow cellphone use during school hours, or should devices remain switched off and safely stored?
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