Editors Note

Hold on to your hats !!

It is amazing just how fast a year goes by, I know it’s only the beginning of April, but let me tell you, when I woke up this morning, it felt like we should be somewhere in the middle of January, but o boy no!! One of these days Easter will be over, spring will pass and before we realize it we will be buying Christmas presents again.

I believe there is a saying from some old wise man that goes: “Time flies when you are having fun” or was it a wise woman. I don’t know, but I’m sure that must be what is happening. I hope you are enjoying this year as much as the team @ Yourcity does, because if you are, life is a worth living.

So forget about the war, concentrate on yourself and enjoy what is left of the year.

Ed.

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Crime is down !

According to Supt. Danie Cronje from the SAPS in Klerksdorp, crime has dropped considerably over the past few years in Klerksdorp. This is a very welcoming thought not only to business people, but also to each and every home owner.

Supt. Cronje stated that reported cases has dropped from over 1350 in 1996 to less than a 1000 in 2002. Although less serious crimes like theft from motor vehicles and stock theft has increased, more serious crimes like rape, murder, aggravated assault and attempted murder has decreased considerably over the past five to seven  years.

You might be wondering what all this has to do with a publication that is focused on supplying people with information about the local real estate market, well dear home owner, crime has a great influence on the value of property in general. People are willing to pay more, in order to live in a crime free area, and visa versa. If crime in the CBD can be controlled and kept under control, over time the CBD of Klerksdorp will regain its value and business people as well as the community will regain trust in doing business in the CBD. This will have a positive effect on the local economy, which will be a benefit to all concerned.

Supt. Cronje did however say that the SAPS can't do it all on their own, and called for the community to be involved at keeping crime under control, by being aware of what goes on around us, and not being negligent: don't leave valuable goods on car seats and making sure you lock-up when you leave your home.

Surely the SAPS deserves our thanks and also our support.

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Cleaning of Vacant Stands

The Department of Health Services have sent out over 800 letters to owners of vacant stands in the Klerksdorp area appealing to owners to clean up their stands.

Owners have been given 21 days to clean up their act and to comply with legislation.  The law does not request any warning from local authorities but warning notices have been sent out.  Many owners have already reacted to the appeal.  Mr. Booysen, Manager of Health Services, and The City Council of Klerksdorp would like to thank them for their prompt response and action.

Mr. Booysen would like to caution vacant stand owners that the Council would be appointing contractors on the advice of environmental practitioners.  The contractors will be commissioned to begin cleaning stands at a cost of fifty cents per square meter.  Vacant stand owners will be invoiced for this service.  Enquiries can be directed to: (018) 473 9501.

This clean up campaign co-insides with the National Cleanest City Competition which Klerksdorp have entered this year.  One of the criteria for judging is the management and cleanliness on vacant stand.  “Community participation and involvement is absolutely vital for the success of our entry”. Watch your local newspapers for more information on The Cleanest City Competition 2003.  For more information on this competition please do not hesitate to contact Sandy Botha: (018) 406 8335 or Victor Muller: (018) 464 1386.

The City Council of Klerksdorp

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Industrial Exhibition

We will be hosting an industrial exhibition right on your doorstep on Thursday 3 April 2003 from 12:00 till 18:00.

We have 18 companies from all over the globe present, who will exhibit the latest technology in the instrumentation field.

It will be appreciated if you could forward this invitation to all your colleagues, who can benefit form such an expo.

To host an exhibition of such an extent is very expensive and can only be a success if the people in the community support it. together all major players present at a local venue we need to support such an expo to make sure they will attend future exhibitions.

The following companies will be represented at the expo:

• Actuator Technical Services

• Burkert

• Citect SA

• Ellen Enclosures (Sarel)

• Fisher Rosemount

• Ellerman Tyton

• Invensys (Meinecke)

• Industrial Process Computers (I.P.C)

• Phoenix Contactors

• Process Automation

• Pyrotemp

• Rhomberg

• Siemens

• Unitemp

• United Valve Company (U.V.C)

• Vega

• Yokogawa 

This is an invitation to join us on 3 April 2003 to view all the latest technology in the instrumentation field and enjoy a few snacks and refreshments afterwards at Prime House, 6 Industria Road, Klerkindustria, Klerksdorp.

Regards

Deon Hanekom

Tel: (018) 462 7561/2, E-mail: deon@primeinstr.co.za

Prime Insrumentation www.primeinstr.co.za

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Overland on Bicycle

It is with anticipation and great expectation that the Overland Group of Companies is proud to present the biggest cycle race in the North West Province.

Due to the size of the event, the event has qualified as a classic cycle race and will be taking place between Klerksdorp and Potchefstroom, starting at the Markotter Sport Stadium.  This is the first event of its kind in the North West Province and the organizers are proud to announce that the Executive Mayors of both Klerksdorp and Potchefstroom will officially be starting the cycle challenge.  Councilor Riani de Wet will also be a guest of honor at the race.

It is with thanks that the organizers thank all sponsors to this event and wish to confirm that all proceeds received from same event, will be donated towards Aids Awareness and Education in the North West Province.

The event will have three different distances, one being a 120km which runs along the N12 to Potchefstroom and back.  The second being a 64km which runs along the N12 as well and the third being a fun ride of 15km.

The public is invited to join in the festivities of the day as there will be food and cold drink stalls available at the Markotter Sport Stadium which is the starting and finishing point. 

Cyclists must keep in mind that on-line entries close on Tuesday 18 March 2003.  Line entries for all three distances will be accepted at the Markotter Sport Stadium from 09:00 until 15:00 on Saturday 29 March 2003. 

For more information, watch M-Net’s Super Cycling sport program on Tuesday 25 March 2003 when “Mighty Mouse”, Mr Andrew McLean, will interview Mr. José de Achadinha, the main sponsor of the event, who will be giving further details pertaining to the days events.  All cyclists are invited to register on-line at www.cyclelab.com 

For more information contact  Liefie Day at 082 334 2658

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Fietswedren deur Lodge Star of the West i.s.m Western Wheelers

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The Bulletin Board

Here you could pin or look for any specials and special notices! If you have any notice or special, please mail us at news@yourcity.co.za.

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Are you looking for a job?

If you are looking for a job, we found a few applications... go on... have a look!

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Event Calendar

If you know about an event happening or if you are organizing an event in Klerksdorp, feel free to let us know about it by e-mailing us at news@yourcity.co.za.

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Please forward your e-mails to us at smalls@yourcity.co.za before or on every Monday, the page will be cleared every week, so that we don't show stuff that's already been exchanged, so remember to send your e-mails every Monday if you have not found what you are looking for yet.

Keep in mind 3500 people read this newsletter every week and we have over 7000 visits every month on www.yourcity.co.za , your mail-box might be full.

If there is anything else you would like us to consider adding to the site please e-mail us at marketing@yourcity.co.za 

Do anyone perhaps know if there is possibly a leadership school (veldskool) for your people in Klerksdorp. If so could you let me know at this e-mail: a-ztravel@galileosa.co.za

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What's on at the local Nu Metro this week ?

If you are planning to visit the movies, here is what you can look forward to.

You can get the exact times by phoning (018) 464 3432. 

• The Wild Thornberrys Movie
• Daredevil
• 8 Mile
• Catch Me If You Can
• The Transporter
• The Tuxedo

This Weeks Movie Review:

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Today back in history...

Birth anniversaries:

Phillip Space: 1907 (is 96 in 2003, 97 in 2004)
Movie Actor, (Legendary?) Movie Extra, appeared as an extra in over 1000 theatrical releases; Leonard Maltin's Joke; APRIL FOOL!

Death Anniversaries:

Jack M. Warner: 1995 (was 79)/b.Mar 27, 1916
Film Executive, Canadian, co-founder Warner Bros.

General Events:

In 1929, Inventor Louie Marx introduced the YO YO. He was thereafter referred to as Yo Yo Marx, which made people think he was related to Groucho, Harpo and Chico.

In 1935, the first radio tube made of metal was announced in Schenectady, N.Y.

In 1979, Bartholomew J. "Bart" Simpson, Cartoon Character, was born, he's perinally age 10; date acc to Groenig's book; some say b. Dec 17, 1979.

In 1991, Disco 106: L.A.'s 105.9 FM signed on as a classic disco station...for 12 hours as an April Fool joke.

In 1991, in an April Fool's Day prank, Elton John -- dressed in drag -- surprised Rod Stewart onstage in London.

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