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Voortrekkers bederf met melktert en omgee!
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Voortrekkers bederf met melktert en omgee!

Thabazimbi – Nasionale Melktertdag op 27 Februarie 2025 was nie net ‘n soet bederf nie, maar ook ‘n geleentheid vir diensbaarheid – iets wat die Ysterberg Voortrekkers jaarliks met trots uitleef.

Did you know?
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Did you know?

Did you know that talking sweetly to your plants can actually help them thrive? Studies suggest that sound vibrations, especially positive words, stimulate plant growth.

POLL:
Are you addicted to your cellphone? 
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POLL: Are you addicted to your cellphone? 

Do you check your phone first thing in the morning? Feel anxious without it? Studies show excessive screen time affects focus, sleep, and real-life connections.

Heroes in action amidst the chaos
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Heroes in action amidst the chaos

Thabazimbi – Severe flooding in Thabazimbi and surrounding areas over the past few weeks has left roads impassable, communities stranded, and rescue teams working tirelessly to ensure the safety of residents. The coordinated efforts of emergency personnel, private aviation teams, and local businesses have played a critical role in saving the day. 

Did you know?
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Did you know?

Did you know that honey never spoils? Archaeologists have discovered 3,000-year-old pots of honey in Egyptian tombs — still perfectly edible!

AfriForum kikker Thabazimbi op vir jaarlikse Bosveld-interhoër 
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AfriForum kikker Thabazimbi op vir jaarlikse Bosveld-interhoër 

Thabazimbi – Ter voorbereiding vir die 61ste Bosveld-interhoër by Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer, het die AfriForum-tak in Thabazimbi slaggate op die dorp se paaie begin regmaak. Meer as 150 sakke teer is reeds in slaggate ingewerk op die roetes wat na die skool lei. 

HAVE YOUR SAY:
Do you feel safe in our community at night?
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HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you feel safe in our community at night?

Safety is a growing concern for many residents. While some areas remain peaceful,  others face rising crime, poor lighting, and security issues. Do you feel secure walking outside after dark, or do you avoid certain places?

WHEN THE GIVERS NEED HELP:
A call to support Theo & Geraldine
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WHEN THE GIVERS NEED HELP: A call to support Theo & Geraldine

Thabazimbi – Just outside Thabazimbi, in the Maroelasfontein farming community, there are names that stand out — people who have always been ready to lend a hand, offer support, and uplift those around them. Among those names are Theo and Geraldine van Wyk.   

HAVE YOUR SAY:
Do you think ghosts exist?
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HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think ghosts exist?

Some swear by weird encounters, while others believe science explains the unknown. Ghost stories span cultures and centuries, from haunted houses to unexplained whispers. Are spirits real, or just tricks of the mind? Share your thoughts — do you believe in ghosts?