GWAING RIVER MOUTH BEACH RE-OPENED TO THE PUBLIC
The Community Services Department confirmed that it is safe to swim at Gwaing. The Gwaing River Beach Mouth is there open to the public.
Issued by George Municipality
9 Dec 2022 @14:05
Issued by George Municipality, 9 December 2022
The George Municipality wishes to confirm that the George Lights Festival 2022 will continue tomorrow, 10 December 2022, at the Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre in Pacaltsdorp despite the probability of load-shedding (Note that at the time of issuing this statement the new load-shedding schedule had not been issued by Eskom).
Without any compromise to the quality, the line-up of artists and other features of the festival, such as the display and sale of vendors’ products, the organisers have amended the duration of the George Festival to adjust to possible power outages while also ensuring much-desired convenience for the festival goers.
The festival is supported by the Pacaltsdorp Religious Leaders Forum of the George Lights Festival. The Municipality commends the role played by the Pacaltsdorp Religious Leader Forum in relation to the history of the Pacaltsdorp Lights Festival and is grateful that there is a mutual understanding regarding the hosting of a successful George Lights Festival in Pacaltsdorp.
The amended official duration of the programme will be 14:00 until 20:00 and not until 22:00, as originally planned. The organisers have carefully amended the programme to finish two hours earlier, but still provide the same quality of entertainment for the festival goers. Thus, the Executive Mayor of George, Alderman Leon van Wyk will switch on the lights at 19:50 so that all festival goers can be released by 20:00 and get home before it is too dark.
The George Lights Festival remains a very important event in the Events Calendar of the City of George. Its contribution to kicking off a good-spirited festive season, the showcasing of the best talent George has on offer, and providing much-needed opportunities to local traders, cannot be overlooked.
The main artists for this year’s festival are Gregory Noble, Geraldo Lewis, Wesso’s, T.B.C and Veronique Ferndale among others. This is a celebration not to be missed as it will be fun-filled, and everyone has been catered for, from children to adults. There will be live performances by local artists, food stalls, arts and crafts stalls and a kiddie’s corner. Bring your family, neighbours, and friends and hail in the festive season.
George Municipality Law Enforcement, South African Police Service (SAPS) Pacaltsdorp and local Neighbourhood watches will be present, as the safety of the attendees is a priority. Law enforcement agencies will have ZERO tolerance towards any criminal or undesired activities.
The festival event details are as follows:
Date: 10th December 2022
Venue: Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre, Mission Street, Pacaltsdorp
Time:14h00 – 20h00
PROGRAMME
MC: PETER JAFTA
KIDDIES’ CORNER ACTIVITIES:
• JUMPING CASTLES
• FACE PAINT
• DANTJIEKAT – (TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT)
• Georgie Mascot (Go George)
YOUTH PROGRAMME
14H00 – OFFICIAL WELCOMING – DELEGATE OF COUNCIL
14H10 – OPENING & SHORT WORD – PASTOR ALLEN SPIES
14H20 – TEAM CURIOSITY
14H30 – CHANGE THE MINDSET DANCE CREW
14H40 – PACALTSDORP PRIMARY SCHOOL CHOIR
14H50 – ANNOINTED YOUTH -DANCE CREW
15H00 – BREATH LIFE DANCE GROUP
15H10 – BERONIQUE & LYNETTE
15H15 – ILITHA SPECIAL SCHOOL (SING
15H20 – SUENELL RUITERS (SING)
15H25 – AYANDA GUTSHA (RAP)
15H30 – ZOE MEYER-(SING)
16H35 – MAX GOZO-(RAP)
16H40 – MEGAN APPELS (SING)
16H50 – LEE-QUION STALMEESTER-(DANCE)
16H55 – BLXCK(RAP)
17H00 – GEPPE(RAP)
17H05 – GRAZIEL HEATHCOTE(RAP)
17H10 – STIVI G & POKE(RAP)
17H15 – AFRIKA RISE & SHINE (RAP)
17H20 – CARLY ADAMS (LIP SING)
17H25 – RODGER HLD(RAP)
17H35 – SLAUTER HOUSE(DANCE)
17H40 – DOROTHY VAN WYNGAARD(SING)
17H50 – KEADE (SING)
17H55 – MUSISEAN(SING)
18H00 – JONTHY MARTIN(SING)
18H10 – STEPHEN DE KLERK(SING)
18H20 – LORENZO PRETORIUS(SING)
18H30 – LE CLUE SONDAY(SING)
18H40 – WESSO’S
18H50 – WIMPEE
19H00 – OPENING ACT – FANATIC STAGE BAND
19H15 – GREGORY NOBLE
19H30 – GERALDO LEWIS
19H40 – TBC
19H50 – 20H00- EXECUTIVE MAYOR ALDERMAN LEON VAN WYK (KEYNOTE ADDRESS & SWITCH-ON OF LIGHTS)
Below street closure for Light’s Festival:
Closure of Church Street [c/o Mission & Church Street; c/o Church & Populier Street.
The closure will be done from 11H00 – 22H00 to allow for set-up as well as pack-up after the event.
Seats are limited, so be sure to get there early. If you have any enquiries, please contact Special Programmes & Project Coordinator for Community Development in the George Municipality, Jonathan Fortuin: 044 802 2000 or 061 624 7431.
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Note to editors:
The Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre in Pacaltsdorp is a unique amphitheatre, built to honour the memory of Chief Dikkop, who was the leader of the Khoi – Khoi, the first inhabitants of Hoogekraal – now known as Pacaltsdorp. The amphitheatre is used for community gatherings like the monthly Pacaltsdorp Market Day, and now, the annual Pacaltsdorp Lights Festival.
Issued by George Municipality, 9 Dec 2022
Stage 6 load-shedding will continue to be implemented until 05:00 on Friday morning, whereafter Stage 5 will be implemented until 05:00 on Saturday morning. Eskom will publish a further update as soon as there are any significant changes.
GEORGE
Friday 09 December 2022
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 22:30
UNIONDALE
Friday 09 December 2022
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 01:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
UPDATE: WATER TRUCKS IN DENNEOORD / CAMPHERSDRIFT EXTENDED UNTIL 21:00
Four trucks are still stationed at the following points until 21:00 tonight:
• At Spar in Wellington Str – Stationed
• Up in Wellington Str at the Denneoord Café – stationed
• Botanical Gardens in Caledon Str – on its way
• George Biblioteek, Caledon str – on its way
Issued by George Municipality
8 Dec 2022 @20:15
WATER TRUCKS BEING DEPLOYED TO LOW WATER & NO WATER PRESSURE AREAS IN DENNEOORD / CAMPHERSDRIFT
Information about low to no water pressure in the Denneoord/Camphersdrift areas water trucks will be stationed at the following points:
• At Spar in Wellington Str – Stationed
• Up in Wellington Str at the Denneoord Café – stationed
• Botanical Gardens in Caledon Str – on its way
• George Biblioteek, Caledon str – on its way
The trucks will be available at the above points between 18:00 and 20:00, and later be possibly redeployed to other areas, also for small interims to refill.
Issued by George Municipality
8 Dec 2022 @ 18:00
REMINDER – URGENT REQUEST TO THE PUBLIC – PLEASE USE WATER SPARINGLY
Issued 8 December @ 07H00, George Municipality
Extended load shedding implemented by ESKOM, complications at the Water Treatment Works, Raw Water pumping constraints and the main water pipeline burst this week, has led to the main drinking (potable) water reservoirs dropping to critically low levels.
We ask the public to PLEASE reduce their water usage to the absolute minimum so as to allow the water purification process to catch up to the demand level. This affects ALL AREAS in George and residents will have noted VERY low water pressure.
We apologize for the situation and request your assistance in ensuring that water usage is kept to a minimum.
PLEASE USE WATER SPARINGLY and only for absolutely essential needs.
PUBLIC NOTICE: CONSTRUCTION OF TWO NEW TRAFFIC CIRCLES ON YORK STREET
TRAFFIC ACCOMMODATION DURING THE FESTIVE SEASON
PROJECT: YORK STREET TRAFFIC CIRCLES
DESCRIPTION:
Construction of two new traffic circles in York Street next to the old tourist resort (Mount View Resort) between Hope Street Circle and the GO GEORGE Bus Depot.
BACKGROUND:
Road upgrades are required to accommodate the additional traffic which is expected to be generated by the proposed Mediclinic, 1onYork and crocodile farm residential developments. Although designs are according to Municipal and Provincial requirements, the project is funded by various private stakeholders.
TRAFFIC ACCOMMODATION:
In order to assist with traffic flow over the festive season, construction of Phase 2 has been placed on hold until the start of the new year (2023). During the festive season, both the North Bound and South Bound lanes will be open to traffic.
Vehicles travelling towards the North along York Street will make use of the newly realigned road and will be required to navigate the two half circles that have already been constructed.
Vehicles travelling towards the South along York Street will continue to use the old York Street alignment.
Motorists are requested to reduce speed and apply caution while negotiating the half circles.
ANY QUERIES DURING THE FESTIVE SEASON CAN BE DIRECTED TO MARCO (RUWACON CONSTRUCTION) AT 065 963 8293
Power supply has been restored at the Pinedew Line in Wilderness
EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH-OFF FOR PINEDEW LINE IN WILDERNESS
Issued by George Municipality, 7/12/2022 @15:15
A portion of the Pinedew power line in Wilderness is to be switched off shortly for emergency repair works. Affecting roughly 30 farms. ETR 3 hours.
The George Municipality hosted two World Aids Day celebrations events one was held on 01 December 2022 at the Touwsranten Community Hall and another on 02 December 2022 at Haarlem Community Hall. This year’s World Aids Day was themed, “A Healthy Mind is a Healthy Body”.
World AIDS Day is celebrated on December 1st each year around the world to raise awareness, commemorate those who have passed on, and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and prevention services.
Approximately 200 citizens attend the Touwsranten World Aids Day celebrations
According to Sophia Fanelo, Manager for Community Development in the George Municipality, the event was attended by approximately 200 citizens. She says, as part of the celebrations, various organizations were allowed to present their services to the community. This was coupled with educational games by the community members, while the youth spread the HIV motivational messages. Five (5) Community members received food parcels and a gift each with a certificate of excellence for the commitment they have shown in taking their treatment.
The keynote speech was done by the Executive Deputy Mayor of George, Councillor Raybin Figland. In his address, Cllr. Figland implored the community to be responsible for their own health and to be safe over the festive season. Cllr. Figland was preceded by the Portfolio Councillor for George Municipality’s Community Services, Social Development, Libraries and Sport, Brendon Adams who gave the background of HIV&AIDS.
World Aids Day commemorated in Haarlem
The second event was in Haarlem, and we also reached 200 community members. Ward 24 Councillor Justin Fry welcomed the attendees and gave a background on the HIV&AIDS. Hanilie Meiring from Women Against Drugs Motivated the community and shared a success story of Seven (7) young men from Uniondale and Haarlem that went to rehab and have fully recovered from the abuse of drugs.
Ends.
CAPTION:
Photo 1: Back row, from left: Willbedine Jordaan (Acting HIV&AIDS Coordinator), Sr Annete Glad (Touwsranten Clinic), Sr Patience Shipalane , Executive Deputy Mayor of George Rayben Figland, Sr Katrina Elbrecht Councillor Brendon Adams (Portfolio Councillor for Community Services, Social Development, Libraries and Sport), Councillor Charlotte Clarke(Portfolio Councillor for Community Safety), Councillor Enrico Figland and Jonathan Fortuin (Project Co-Ordinator, Special Programmes & Community Development).
Front row, from left: Sr Gloria Windvogel and Sr Paulina Ewerts.
The George Municipal Spatial Development Framework (GMSDF) 2019 has been reviewed and is in process of being amended. You are reminded that comments on the draft GMSDF, 2023 may be submitted by no later than 13 January 2023. The Draft document is available via the following link: https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Draft-GMSDF-2023_-For-Comment.pdf
Submit representations in writing to Keith Meyer at the email address: kbmeyer@george.gov.za or delivered to the Planning and Development offices on the 5th floor, George Municipal Office (71 York Street) by 13 January 2023. All comments must include detail of your input, your name, surname, whether you represent a company/organization, and detailed contact details (including email address and/or phone/cell number). Direct enquiries in this regard to Lynette Groenewald (lgroenewald@george.gov.za) or Delia Power (Dpower@george.gov.za).
Issued by George Municipality
LOAD SHEDDING UPDATE 7 DECEMBER 2022 @12:10
Stage 6 loadshedding will be implemented from 12:00 until further notice. This is due to a high number of breakdowns since midnight, as well as the requirement to strictly preserve the remaining emergency generation reserves. Eskom will publish a full statement in due course. (Eskom)
George
Wednesday 07 December 2022
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
04:00 – 08:30
12:00 – 16:30
20:00 – 22:30
Friday 09 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 14:30
18:00 – 22:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 22:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
02:00 – 06:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale
Wednesday 07 December 2022
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
07:00 – 11:30
15:00 – 19:30
23:00 – 01:30
Friday 09 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 17:30
21:00 – 01:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 01:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
05:00 – 09:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
GWAING RIVER BEACH Mouth CLOSED DUE TO HIGH E.Coli LEVEL FOUND – INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY
Internal water samples have indicated high levels of E.Coli at the Gwaing River Beach Mouth and therefore is closed for swimming. George Municipality is investigating the cause of the sludge.
On preliminary investigation no link to the Municipal infrastructure could be found. We have already checked all of our sewer pump stations. We continue to do everything to find the source of the spill.
Issued by George Municipality
7 Dec 2022 @09:00
LOAD SHEDDING UPDATE 7 DECEMBER 2022 @12:10
Stage 6 loadshedding will be implemented from 12:00 until further notice. This is due to a high number of breakdowns since midnight, as well as the requirement to strictly preserve the remaining emergency generation reserves. Eskom will publish a full statement in due course. (Eskom)
George
Wednesday 07 December 2022
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
04:00 – 08:30
12:00 – 16:30
20:00 – 22:30
Friday 09 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 14:30
18:00 – 22:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 22:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
02:00 – 06:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale
Wednesday 07 December 2022
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
07:00 – 11:30
15:00 – 19:30
23:00 – 01:30
Friday 09 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 17:30
21:00 – 01:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 01:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
05:00 – 09:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
The organisers of the George Lights Festival happening this coming Saturday, 10 December 2022, released a jam-packed programme of this annual celebration that will, for the first time, take place at the Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre in Pacaltsdorp.
The four-pronged programme which will take place from 14:00 and 22:00 comprises the Kiddies Corner Activities, youth programme, classic programme, and main performance.
This is a celebration not to be missed as it will be fun-filled, and everyone has been catered for, from children to adults. There will be live performances by local artists, food stalls, arts and crafts stalls and a kiddie’s corner. Bring your family, neighbours, and friends as we officially switch on the lights and reign in the festive season.
The Law Enforcement, South African Police Service (SAPS) Pacaltsdorp and the local Neighbourhood watches will be present to ensure the safety of the attendees. Law enforcement agencies have promised to practice the ZERO crime tolerance policy say the organisers.
The festival event details are as follows:
PROGRAMME
Date: 10th December 2022
Venue: Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre, Pacaltsdorp
Time:14h00 – 22h00
Master of Ceremonies: Peter Jafta
KIDDIES CORNER ACTIVITIES: 14H00 -17H00
YOUTH PROGRAMME
17h00 Official Welcoming – Delegate of the Council
17h05 Opening & Short Word –
17h10 Team Curiosity
17h15 Change the Mindset Dance Crew
17h20 Pacaltsdorp Primary School Choir
17h25 Annointed Youth -Dance Crew
17h30 Breath Life Dance Group
17h40 Heidedal Primary Dance Group
17h45 Parkdene Primary School Girls Choir
17h50 Beronique & Lynette
17h55 Ilitha Special School(Sing)
CLASSIC PROGRAMME
18h00 Opening Act – Fanatic Stage Band
18h05 Glm Academy Jaz Z Band
18h10 Ayanda Gutsha (Rap)
18-15 Suenell Ruiters (Sing)
18h20 Blxck (Rap)
18h25 Geppe (Rap)
18h30 Megan Appels (Sing)
18h35 Lee-Quion Stalmeester (Dance)
18h40 Afrika Rise & Shine (Rap)
18h45 Carly Adams (Lip Sing)
18h50 Max Gozo-(Rap)
18h55 Rodger Hld(Rap)
19h00 Dorothy Van Wyngaard (Sing)
19h05 Graziel Heathcote (Rap)
19h10 Zoe Meyer-(Sing)
19h15 Bradley Brink (Rap)
19h20 Slauter House (Dance)
19h25 Musisean (Sing)
19h30 Stivi G & Poke (Rap)
19h35 Keade (Sing)
19h40 Lorenzo Pretorius (Sing)
19H45 Le Clue Sonday (Sing)
19h50 Executive Mayor Alderman Leon van Wyk (Keynote address & switch on of lights)
MAIN PERFORMANCE: 20H05 – 22H00
Below street closure for Light’s Festival:
Closure of Church Street [c/o Mission & Church Street; c/o Church & Populier Street.
The closure will be done from 11H00 – 24H00 to allow for set-up as well as pack-up after the event.
Seats are limited, so be sure to get there early. If you have any enquiries, please contact Special Programmes & Project Coordinator for Community Development in the George Municipality, Jonathan Fortuin: 044 802 2000 or 061 624 7431.
Ends.
Note to editors:
The Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre in Pacaltsdorp is a unique amphitheatre, built to honour the memory of Chief Dikkop, who was the leader of the Khoi – Khoi, the first inhabitants of Hoogekraal – now known as Pacaltsdorp. The amphitheatre is used for community gatherings like the monthly Pacaltsdorp Market Day, and now, the annual Pacaltsdorp Lights Festival.
LOADSHEDDING UPDATE: 7 DECEMBER 2022 @08:20
Issued by George Municipality
Due to further breakdowns and delayed returns of generating units to service, Stage 4 loadshedding will be implemented from 09:00 until further notice. Eskom will publish a full statement in due course. (Eskom)
George
Wednesday 07 December 2022
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Friday 09 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale
Wednesday 07 December 2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Thursday 08 December 2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Friday 09 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
Saturday 10 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
Sunday 11 December 2022
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
Parts of Denneoord are experiencing low water pressure and water outage in some areas due to the main pipe burst. A temporary feed has been established and the network will be filling slowly. The water team is attending to the burst pipe and expects to repair the pipe in a couple of hours. We’ll keep you updated on any developments.
Issued George Municipality
6 Dec 2022 @17:00
Tuesday, 06 December 2022: Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented this afternoon at 16:00 – 05:00 tomorrow morning and on Wednesday afternoon at the same time. Stage 2 loadshedding will continue being implemented at 05:00 – 16:00 daily until further notice. Eskom will publish a further update as soon as there are any significant changes
George will be affected as follows:
Tuesday 06/12/2022
20:00 – 22:30
Wednesday 07/12/2022
04:00 – 06:30
20:00 – 22:30
Thursday 08/12/2022
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
Friday 09/12/2022
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Tuesday 06/12/2022
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Wednesday 07/12/2022
07:00 – 09:30
23:00 – 01:30
Thursday 08/12/2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
Friday 09/12/2022
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
An Accident occurred earlier today on the N2 National Road in Kaaimans. Emergency workers are clearing the road. One lane on each side of the road has been opened with traffic officials regulating the traffic flow. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously. Vehicle accident on Kaaiman’s – Please note one lane remains closed at present.
Emergency services are on site.
Issued George Mun
5 December @14:15
The Conville swimming pool has been temporarily closed to the public from today, Monday, 05 December 2022 till Tuesday 13 December 2022 and will re-open to the public on Wednesday 14 December 2022. This is in preparation for the Eden Aquatics Western Cape Champs Gala, taking place from 09 to 13 December 2022.
Issued by George Municipality
5 December 2022