The Youth Office of the George Municipality this week hosted a small programme in celebration of National Youth Day. Municipal staff and partner organisations, such as Social Health Empowerment (SHE) and George Youth, joined in the celebrations. The programme concluded with a candle of hope ceremony, to motivate the youth to shine and participate as active citizens.
The George Municipality’s Food Garden Project continues to grow with 680 gardens established since its revitalisation at the end of last year.
George Municipality Communications Manager Chantel Edwards-Klose said communities across the municipal area had embraced the project as word of it spread. “We kicked the programme off with 80 gardens in November 2020, which expanded to 105 gardens by the end of January, 265 by the end of the summer planting season and now stands at 680 (June 2021).
“We are excited about the project’s potential as a consistent food source and income generator and are deeply inspired by the communities’ sense of pride in bringing food to the table to their own homes and those of neighbours. It is the latter that has motivated the handing over of the project from the municipality’s Economic Development Unit to our Community Development section so the food gardens can be integrated with other social projects such as municipal soup kitchens and creches. Economic Development will, however, continue to provide support to gardeners that may be able to extend their food production beyond subsistence.
“Among our most inspiring stories is Thembalethu resident Asanda Toyise who has had such an abundant crop of spinach and beetroot this winter he could sell the excess to visitors at the local clinic,” said Ms Edwards-Klose. (see picture attached, man holding beetroot)
The project continues to be run by coordinators who identify possible gardeners in communities and oversee the establishment of small vegetable gardens in their backyards.
The coordinators guide the process from soil preparation to harvest and visit regularly to mentor and check on their needs and progress. The aim is that the gardens will become sustainable throughout the year according to the seasons and that gardeners will ultimately not only put food on the tables of their own families but also have extra to share, sell or barter with.
George Municipality continues to distribute seeds to participating gardeners in Blanco, Touwsranten, Rosemoor, Thembalethu, Rosedale, Conville, Borchards, Geelhoutboom, Waboomskraal, Haarlem, Uniondale and Pacaltsdorp.
Each garden is expected to yield a crop to feed 5 to 10 people, depending on a range of factors including garden size and growing conditions.
“Persons in vulnerable communities interested in starting food gardens can contact the project coordinators on details below.
“The municipality welcomes involvement and support from business, NGOs and individuals who can assist in the long-term sustainability of the project. Ongoing needs include seeds, compost, pesticides, gardening tools and rainwater tanks.
“We believe the Food Gardens Project can become a life-changing beacon of hope,” said Ms Edwards-Klose.
Enquiries: Amy Kearns 044 801 9173 until 30 June 2021
Sophie Fanelo 044 802 2000 from 1 July 2021
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Thembalethu resident Asanda Toyise had such an abundant crop of winter vegetables he could sell to visitors to the local clinic.
George Municipality has provided venues for the public to receive assistance with their registration process on the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS) for the Covid-19 vaccination. The system is currently only open for persons over 60 years of age, and healthworkers. Members of the public are encouraged to get help with their registration at various libraries throughout George. Our librarians have been specially trained to assist with the process which takes no more than five minutes.
If you or a senior family member do not have access to the internet or data, please visit one of the libraries listed below Monday to Friday and our librarian will assist you with the EVDS registration process. Please ensure you bring your ID Book or ID number; if you belong to a Medical Aid then the Medical Aid Card and or the number; and a working cellphone number, as you will be receiving a follow up SMS from the system about where to go for your vaccination.
Those who have registered will then receive an SMS with a date, time and venue. SMS messages will be sent out a few days in advance in order for clients to make the necessary arrangements. Please do not visit vaccination sites if you have not received your SMS to confirm your appointment.
If you are over 60 and registered for your COVID-19 vaccine, you can expect:
Additional Venues for Registration, 08:00 – 16:00 Monday -Friday
Please note all Covid-19 protocols are in place and no access without a mask will be allowed.
Thembalethu Thusong Centre (Cnr Jeriko Street & Sandkraal Road) – Cape Access Centre Office
Waboomskraal Thusong Centre (Main Road) – Cape Access Centre Office
The following libraries will be assisting members of the public to register from 9:00 – 16:30 daily from Monday – Friday.
Please note all Covid-19 protocols are in place and no access without a mask will be allowed.
Blanco Library (3 George Avenue)
Conville Library (Cnr Pienaar Street &Nelson Mandela Boulevard)
Pacaltsdorp Library (Mission Street)
Thembalethu Library ( Bacella Street)
Touwsranten Library (Bestert Street)
George Library (Caledon Street)
The times for registration vary at our smaller libraries:
Avontuur Library (Ou Bains Road)
Monday 12:30 – 15:00 / Tuesday 10:30 – 13:00 / Wednesday 12:30 – 15:00 / Thursday 12:30 – 15:00 / Friday 12:00 – 14:00
Haarlem library (Hope Street) 14:00 – 17:00 daily Monday – Friday
Noll Library (Dieprivier Primary School, Nolls Halte) Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00- 15:00
Waboomskraal Library 10:00 – 11:00 daily Monday – Friday
Uniondale Library (39 Voortrekker Road) 10:00 – 16:30 daily Monday – Friday
Please be reminded that our librarians are only able to assist you with the registration process for the Vaccination and
cannot assist with any medical related queries with regard to Covid-19 and/or the vaccination. See details below for any further queries you might have.
Access to Internet – Self Registration on EVDS
If you or a family member do have access to the internet, please register your over 60 family members and friends as soon as possible.
To register for the vaccine, you will need to visit: https://vaccine.enroll.health.gov.za/#/. This portal can also be found via www.westerncape.gov.za
You can also dial *134*832# and follow the prompts (FREE on all South African Networks), or WhatsApp the word REGISTER to 0600 123456.
Should you need assistance with the registration process, do not hesitate to visit www.sacoronavirus.co.za/evds/support/ or contact the call centre on 0860 142 142
George Municipality is excited to announce a partnership with Mountain Ultra Trail (MUT) for the George Mountain Ultra Trail otherwise known as the George MUT or THE MUT, an event scheduled to take place the weekend of the 26th June 2021. The weekend will include the hosting of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, the main event on Saturday with the 60km, 25km, 10km and a family fun event 5km and on Sunday 27th June the Vertical Kilometer Challenge up George Peak will take place.
Joan Shaw, Tourism Manager for George is thrilled to have an event of this calibre on board which will showcase the stunning Outeniqua Mountain range. “Feedback from the event held in 2019 was overwhelming positive and competitors were in awe of the majestic mountains, incredible scenery as well as the professionalism of the organisation of the race itself. This route boasts everything from big climbs, rocky trails, technical downhills and views of the Outeniqua Mountain Range to keep all athletes engaged and motivated.”
“We are excited to once again host THE MUT as one of the first class sporting events to showcase George’s many Sporting Event hosting and tourism opportunities. George Municipality remains committed to the cause of identifying and partnering with great events to stimulate and develop the George economy”, said Dirk Wessels, Portfolio Councillor for Strategic Services and Finance.
Team Ecobound, the organisers are clear on their goal of hosting an international standard Trail Running event and to create a well-respected long standing event that provides enjoyment in an environmentally responsible manner. Zane Schmahl for TEAM Ecobound, noted that entrants for the 2021 event are growing daily with a massive growth in participation for the challenging 60km trail run. “The George MUT has been a dream for a while, ever since Jacques Mouton and I ran the very first 60km to figure out the route we have been planning and dreaming of showcasing our mountains and our town and present an international standard event to celebrate the Outeniqua’s, with our City Council’s backing for the first time it feels like it might just be possible,” said Zane Schmahl.
For further details on how to enter please see https://www.georgetrailrun.co.za/
#GeorgeMunicipality #GeorgeTourism
#GeorgeMUT #MUT #MUTlife #OuteniquaMountains #GardenCity
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https://twitter.com/EcoBoundEvents
CLOSING DATE TO SUBMIT THE CONTRACTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (CDP)
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The Closing Date for CDP Application Forms for construction contractors cidb Grades 2 CE/GB to submit their completed signed CDP Applicatrion Forms is on Tuesday, 15 June 2021.
No late entries or applications receive after this date will be considered.
(Cidb Grade 1 CE/GB with more than two years in the Construction Industry may be considered):
Crime is a reality for most South Africans and George municipality is not an exception to this reality. Now, more than ever, we need to band together as a community, as residents of this great municipality to combat the spate of crime rearing its head within our municipal area.
Executive mayor, Leon Van Wyk, is calling on all existing neighbourhood watches and other stakeholders such as businesses, in the region to engage with him and other municipal stakeholders on this topic in July this year. If you wish to establish a neighbourhood watch in your area, join us and we will assist in realising this.
Join the conversation on the 1st of July 2021 and let’s tackle crime together.
To participate, send the following details to supportbusiness@george.gov.za :
Sit-down with Executive mayor Leon Van Wyk:
When: 1st July 2021
Platform: ZOOM
Time: 16:30 – 17:30
For any more information, please contact Melissa Dreyer at: 044 801 9129 or supportbusiness@george.gov.za
Dam level: 100% (unchanged since last week)
Estimated level at new dam wall height: 86.87% (down from 87.12%)
Rainfall since 4 June 2021: 0mm
Demand/usage: 30,962 megalitres
(Please note the dam level indication is based on the spillway and dam wall height before it was raised, the latter is the new unofficial estimation based on preliminary calculations ahead of re-callibration of the dam. Re-calibration has commenced and is dependent on several factors. Adjusted official readings will be implemented and reported once new capacity has been confirmed, the time period of this is unknown).
Section 2B water restrictions for George have been lifted by Council on 25 March 2021, but implemented for Uniondale.
Uniondale water restrictions details on https://www.george.gov.za/civil-engineering/water/
Report water leaks and burst pipes to 044 801 9262/66 or after hours at 044 801 6300, as soon as you notice them.
Further to the unprotected (illegal) strike that took place on Friday 4th June, George Municipality has been made aware that certain municipal workers will continue their strike action today, Monday 7th June. Today’s strike action remains unprotected and therefore illegal, as there are certain procedural aspects which must be complied with in order to embark on a protected strike. These include referring a dispute to the Bargaining Council and allowing for a period of 30 days to afford parties to the dispute an opportunity to resolve the dispute. The intention to strike should be submitted to the employer with 48 hours’ Notice, which has not happened. George Municipality will not tolerate illegal action, and as such will adopt a no work, no pay stance as well as implementing procedures for dismissal where applicable.
As stated to the media on Friday, the strike action revolves around a request for “danger payment” i.e. in addition to their full monthly salaries already received, for work performed during the Covid-19 Lockdown. The work performed which is referred to, are the standard tasks undertaken as per each worker’s job description. Organised labour has demanded a sum of R20 000 per person, for a period of 9 months, which totals a lumpsum of R64 million rand. This demand is unable to be met by George Municipality, given the losses and financial impact Covid-19 has had on the municipality itself. The payment of R64 million would essentially financially cripple the municipality at a time when there are huge infrastructure demands for the city and place the burden directly on the public in the form of additional rate increases.
It must also be noted that statements made to the media by members of the action on Friday, inaccurately refer to a sum of R20 billion paid out by National Government for the intention of Covid19 relief to local municipalities. George Municipality can categorically state that the only funds received from the provincial government during Covid19 lockdown, was a sum of R1 million for the provision of food parcels to affected residents, and R500 000 for the supply of chemical toilets, during the hard lockdown. No other financial support was given to George Municipality and the onus for the purchase of all protective equipment etc for staff, was undertaken by the Municipality using own funding. Given the financial impact of Covid-19 on our local economy, the management of the municipality also deems the demand as unreasonable given that all municipal workers retained their full salaries at a time when many private sector employees had their salaries either reduced or in fact lost their jobs. The municipal workers also received annual bonuses which many workers in the private sector did not receive.
During the ongoing negotiations, the administration has offered the workers instead two (2) additional days of paid leave, subject to approval from Council. The Unions are expected to follow the correct procedures should they wish to oppose the offer made and as indicated refer a dispute to the Bargaining council. No dispute has been referred in the matter and neither has a certificate of non-resolution been issued.
Acting Municipal Manager, Dr Michele Gratz confirms that the administration will endeavour to ensure that all services will continue with alternative arrangements put in place. Residents are requested to put out their refuse bags as per normal for Monday collection areas noting that collection will take place, albeit possibly later than usual. Further updates with regard to services which may be affected will be issued on an ongoing basis and we ask the public to please check our social media channels and website for updates.
George Fire and Rescue earned Compressor Operators Certificates following the acquisition of a new compressor for the department recently. The training focused on the safe refilling of Breathing Apparatus Cylinders and the required legislation around pressure vessels.
From left to right are: Station Commander Johan Crouse, Fire Fighter Johan Troskie, Fire Fighter Wilton October, Senior Fire Fighter Andre Nelson, Senior Fire Fighter Amos Ningi, Platoon Commander Machiel Troskie, Fire Fighter Elvis Masoka, Fire Fighter Nico Rossouw, Fire Fighter Joseph Fortuin and Chief Fire Officer Neels Barnard.
Tourism is grabbing the bull by the horns and ensuring that the destination, that is George, Wilderness & Uniondale, are top of mind for upcoming mid-year winter breaks! Brand awareness campaigns are being run on popular KFM and 702 radio stations targeting the greater Western Cape and the Gauteng regions, which are George Municipality’s two top domestic source markets.
KFM Presenter, Tracey Lange and 702 Presenter, Azania Mosaka highlighted George as a destination, focusing on why George, Wilderness and Uniondale are must-see places. The destination also featured in Tracy Lange’s “Game of Travels” which has high listener engagement. The campaign consists of 20-second Live Reads that promote different aspects of the city and includes Traffic sponsorships, digitally branded content articles and promotion through the respective radio stations social media platforms. Listen out for the EWN Traffic highlights at 16:39 on 702 and 16:43 on Kfm from 31 May to 04 June.
Market leader stations, KFM targets a Western Cape audience, while 702 targets a Gauteng audience. Both have listeners in higher LSM categories, who travel and take leisure breaks.
#exploregeorge #explorewilderness #exploreuniondale
The George Tens sports festival has announced dates for 2021. Returning to Outeniqua Park and surrounds, the all-new and improved George Tens will see a week of exciting Tens rugby coupled with additional sporting code events including women’s rugby, golf, mountain biking, netball and bowls.
Do not miss the opportunity to be a part of this multi-disciplinary event in the Garden Route from 2 – 5 December 2021 for the return of the all-new George Tens.
Co-founder of the new George Tens is former Springbok Coach Heyneke Meyer said today: “It’s an enormous privilege to be involved with this festival. Outeniqua Park is where I cut my teeth as a rugby coach. I’ve journeyed with regional rugby in the Southern Cape since the start of my career, and now to return here with this magnificent George Tens festival is a genuine honour.” says Meyer. “One of the elements I’m most looking forward to is how the local community will benefit from George Tens. Many local tourism and other businesses have been hard hit during pandemic and we are optimistic that this beautiful town and the surrounding areas will benefit greatly.”
Some of SA’s biggest rugby icons will be at the George Tens in 2021, and don’t think it’s just rugby! Highlights include 3 days of golf at three of the Garden Route’s premium golf courses, as well as coaching clinics and special events.
Speaking on behalf of the city council, Dirk Wessels, Portfolio Councillor for Finance and Strategic Services said: “In the words of Nelson Mandela, sport can break down barriers. We as the George Municipality are over the moon about the involvement of Heyneke Meyer and his team in the George Tens sports festival, that will surely take the event to the next level, building on the inaugural event of 2019. We remain committed to our cause in identifying new events in order to stimulate and develop the George economy. We would like this to be one of the premier sporting events in the country. We are really excited to be a part of this journey, and we encourage all role players in the George economic community to get behind this initiative. “
Festival co-founder IG van der Merwe explains “Our vision with George Tens is to bring a festival of sport and recreation to the Southern Cape. The goal is to give the local economy a boost as well as to give the local community something to look forward to. This will encourage South Africans from right around the country to visit the Southern Cape. Sport has meant so much to me in my life and I’d like to see it make the same impact on our community”.
The George Tens sport festival will be subject to applicable Covid regulations at the time of the event. More information around ticket sales, match dates and more will be announced in the weeks to come.
Follow @George10s on Facebook to stay up to date on all the latest details. To find out more about Team entries and Sponsorship opportunities, contact juanita@invictusinternational.co.za and for local business opportunities, contact jshaw@george.gov.za.
The Electrotechnical Services department will be undertaking extensive testing on their power transformer fleet throughout George, up to and including the 25 June 2021. This involves isolating one of the two transformers at each substation, performing the necessary tests and then re-energising the substation.
Each substation has two transformers, and while testing is in progress on a transformer, it will mean that the substations will only be running on one transformer, and our usual “backup” or failsafe system will therefore be non-existent.
Electrotechnical Services is able to manage the loading while only running a substation on one transformer, but there is always the possibility of an unexpected failure or fault which will lead to loss of power on that substation. Re-energising the alternative transformer will be possible, however, this will take some time depending on the progress of the testing procedure.
This notice serves as information only, and whilst the utmost care will be taken to ensure a firm power supply remains in place, faults may occur, and this could lead to prolonged outages. Please keep an eye on our social media channels and/or App for updates relevant to your area.
OPENBARE KENNISGEWING: Neem kennis – Transformator-toetsing kan lei tot krag toevoer wat onderbree
Die Elektrotegniese Dienste afdeling, sal tot en met 25 Junie 2021 uitgebreide toetse doen op hul kragtransformators oor die hele George. Dit behels dat een van die twee transformators by elke substasie geïsoleer word, die nodige toetse gedoen word en die substasie dan weer aangeskakel word.
Elke substasie het twee transformators, en terwyl ‘n transformator getoets word, sal dit beteken dat die substasies slegs op een transformator sal werk, en ons gewone ondersteuning of foutveilige stelsel sal dus nie in werking wees nie.
Elektrotegniese Dienste kan die elektriese toevoer beheer terwyl ‘n substasie slegs op een transformator bestuur word, maar daar is altyd die moontlikheid van ‘n onverwagte fout wat sal lei tot kragverlies op die substasie. Die alternatiewe transformator kan weer aangeskakel word, maar dit sal ‘n rukkie neem, afhangend van die vordering van die toetsprosedure.
Hierdie kennisgewing dien slegs as inligting, en hoewel die grootste sorg geneem sal word om te verseker dat ‘n vaste kragbron op sy plek bly, kan foute voorkom, en dit kan lei tot langdurige onderbrekings. Hou ons sosiale mediakanale en / of App dop vir opdaterings wat relevant is vir u omgewing.
George Municipality has provided venues for the public to receive assistance with their registration process on the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS) for the Covid-19 vaccination. The system is currently only open for persons over 60 years of age, and healthworkers. The response from the public has been good and to that end, the hours have been extended at the various libraries throughout George, with two additional venues added.
“George Municipality is delighted to be able to assist the Department of Health with their Vaccination programme by providing venues and computers, where the public can come in to register themselves. Our librarians have been specially trained to assist with the process which takes no more than five minutes,” said Acting Municipal Manager, Dr Michele Gratz.
If you or a senior family member do not have access to the internet or data, please visit one of the libraries listed below between 09:00 – 13:00 Monday to Friday and our librarians
will assist you with the EVDS registration process. Please ensure you bring your ID Book or ID number; if you belong to a Medical Aid then the Medical Aid Card and or the number; and a working cellphone number, as you will be receiving follow up SMS from the system about where to go for your vaccination.
Those who have registered will then receive an SMS with a date, time and venue. SMS messages will be sent out a few days in advance in order for clients to make the necessary arrangements. Please do not visit vaccination sites if you have not received your SMS to confirm your appointment.
If you are over 60 and registered for your COVID-19 vaccine, you can expect:
Additional Venues for Registration, 08:00 – 16:00 Monday -Friday
Please note all Covid-19 protocols are in place and no access without a mask will be allowed.
Thembalethu Thusong Centre (Cnr Jeriko Street & Sandkraal Road) – Cape Access Centre Office
Waboomskraal Thusong Centre (Main Road) – Cape Access Centre Office
The following libraries will be assisting members of the public to register from 9:00 – 16:30 daily from Monday – Friday.
Please note all Covid-19 protocols are in place and no access without a mask will be allowed.
Blanco Library (3 George Avenue)
Conville Library (Cnr Pienaar Street &Nelson Mandela Boulevard)
Pacaltsdorp Library (Mission Street)
Thembalethu Library ( Bacella Street)
Touwsranten Library (Bestert Street)
George Library (Caledon Street)
The times for registration vary at our smaller libraries:
Avontuur Library (Ou Bains Road)
Monday 12:30 – 15:00 / Tuesday 10:30 – 13:00 / Wednesday 12:30 – 15:00 / Thursday 12:30 – 15:00 / Friday 12:00 – 14:00
Haarlem library (Hope Street) 14:00 – 17:00 daily Monday – Friday
Noll Library (Dieprivier Primary School, Nolls Halte) Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00- 15:00
Waboomskraal Library 10:00 – 11:00 daily Monday – Friday
Uniondale Library (39 Voortrekker Road) 10:00 – 16:30 daily Monday – Friday
Please be reminded that our librarians are only able to assist you with the registration process for the Vaccination and
cannot assist with any medical related queries with regard to Covid-19 and/or the vaccination. See details below for any further queries you might have.
Access to Internet – Self Registration on EVDS
If you or a family member do have access to the internet, please register your over 60 family members and friends as soon as possible.
To register for the vaccine, you will need to visit: https://vaccine.enroll.health.gov.za/#/. This portal can also be found via www.westerncape.gov.za
You can also dial *134*832# and follow the prompts (FREE on all South African Networks), or WhatsApp the word REGISTER to 0600 123456.
Should you need assistance with the registration process, do not hesitate to visit www.sacoronavirus.co.za/evds/support/ or contact the call centre on 0860 142 142
Mayor Leon van Wyk tables the FINAL BUDGET: 2021/22 at the Ordinary Council of 27 May 2021. Please follow the link below for his full speech.
George Municipal Mayor Leon van Wyk tables the Final Reviewed Integrated Development Plan for 2021/22 on 27 May 2021 at the Ordinary Council for adoption. Please follow the link below for his full speech.
George Municipality is assisting the Western Cape Department of Health with the registration process on the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS) for the Covid-19 vaccination. The system is currently only open for persons over 60 years of age, and healthworkers.
“George Municipality is delighted to be able to assist the Department of Health with their Vaccination programme by providing venues and computers, where the public can come in to register themselves. Our librarians have been specially trained to assist with the process which takes no more than five minutes,” said Acting Municipal Manager, Dr Michele Gratz.
If you or a senior family member do not have access to the internet or data, please visit one of the libraries listed below between 09:00 – 13:00 Monday to Friday and our librarians
will assist you with the EVDS registration process. Please ensure you bring your ID Book or ID number; if you belong to a Medical Aid then the Medical Aid Card and or the number; and a working cellphone number, as you will be receiving follow up SMS from the system about where to go for your vaccination.
Those who have registered will then receive an SMS with a date, time and venue. SMS messages will be sent out a few days in advance in order for clients to make the necessary arrangements. Please do not visit vaccination sites if you have not received your SMS to confirm your appointment.
If you are over 60 and registered for your COVID-19 vaccine, you can expect:
The following libraries will be assisting members of the public to register from 9:00 – 13:00 daily from Monday – Friday.
Please note all Covid-19 protocols are in place and no access without a mask will be allowed.
Blanco Library
Conville library
Pacaltsdorp library
Thembalethu library
Touwsranten Library
George Library
The times for registration vary at our smaller libraries:
Avontuur Library 11:00- 12:00 daily
Haarlem library 14:00 – 15:00 daily
Noll library 12:00- 13:00 Mondays and Wednesdays
Waboomskraal library 10:00 – 11:00 daily
Please be reminded that our librarians are only able to assist you with the registration process for the Vaccination and
cannot assist with any medical related queries with regard to Covid-19 and/or the vaccination. See details below for any further queries you might have.
Access to Internet – Self Registration on EVDS
If you or a family member do have access to the internet, please register your over 60 family members and friends as soon as possible.
To register for the vaccine, you will need to visit: https://vaccine.enroll.health.gov.za/#/. This portal can also be found via www.westerncape.gov.za
You can also dial *134*832# and follow the prompts (FREE on all South African Networks), or WhatsApp the word REGISTER to 0600 123456.
Should you need assistance with the registration process, do not hesitate to visit www.sacoronavirus.co.za/evds/support/ or contact the call centre on 0860 142 142
Starting in the George sub-district, people over 60 in old age homes will be the first to be vaccinated in the Garden Route District from Monday 24 May 2021. The rest of the sub-districts( Hessequa, Knysna, Bitou, Mossel Bay, Kannaland and Oudtshoorn) will follow suit the week of the 31st of May.
“We will start with people in old age homes. We plan to start vaccinating the rest of those who are over 60 and who have registered, at our sub-district sites in June. This is all dependant on the number of vaccinations we receive and when we do receive them. Those who have registered will then receive an SMS with a date, time and venue. SMS messages will be sent out a few days in advance in order for clients to make the necessary arrangements. Please do not visit vaccination sites if you have not received your SMS to confirm your appointment”, said District Director Mr Zee Brickles.
We encourage residents 60 years and older to register for their vaccine.
We implore the community, friends and family of people 60 years and older to offer your help to get them registered. If you are business, help your customers to register when they visit your store. We are all in this together, and no person should be left behind.
To register, please visit www.westerncape.gov.za(link is external) and click on the link, or Dial *134*832# and follow the prompts (FREE on all South African Networks), or WhatsApp the word REGISTER to 0600 123456.
If you are over 60 and registered for your COVID-19 vaccine, you can expect:
BEDRIDDEN or PERSONS WITH SEVERE DISABILITY AT HOME WHO WANT TO BE VACCINATED
We understand that a number of people will not be able to visit a vaccination site for a vaccine, due to a disability or being bedridden. In such cases teams will be sent to homes to do vaccinations. We will however need the details of these people and ask that family or friends give these names and addresses up at the nearest clinic so that we can keep a register.
The time has come to fight back against COVID-19. #LetsDoThis, Western Cape!
DESCRIPTION:
The existing roads and associated stormwater pipeline servicing New Dawn Park from the c/o Protea and Sierrisie Drive to the intersection of Sierrissie and Voelnesvaring Drives , as well as portions of Garnaalbloom Street, Klokkiesblom and Voelnesvaring Drives will be upgraded.
PROJECT PERIOD:
24 May 2021 to 30 July 2021
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Caution needs to be exercised by road users and pedestrians throughout the duration of the construction period. Adherence to temporary road signage and markings will be required.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. Any member of the public who enters the site will have to comply with the relevant requirements in terms of the Health and Safety Act and National State of Disaster: COVID-19 Regulations.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES: Quantra Consulting Engineers SA (PTY) Ltd – Jaco Grobler (044) 690 4417
Please take note that the Community Development Services (Library) George Public Library, Caledon street, will be disinfected tomorrow, Friday, 21 MAY 2021 at 13:00
The offices will close for the day at 13:00 and reopen on Saturday the 22nd 2021 at 9:00