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Stock owners from around the area as faras Moroke gathered at Ardwick (MokutungVillage) near Echo Caves on Wednesday fora farmers day presented by the LimpopoDepartment of Agriculture and the Police,mainly to be informed about the AnimalIndentification Act (Act 6 of 2002).

Mr MA Muroa from the localDepartment of Agriculture office inPraktiseer, told farmers the importance ofindentifying their animals.

He said the main aim is to managa anational register for animal identification,while identification marks on animals actas first line defence against stock theft andenhances traceability. He emphasised thatstock owners have no choice. It is the lawthat all cattle sheep, goats and pigs beidentified with a mark. He explained thatowners are not free to mark their animals

as they wish. All owners of cattle, sheep, pigs and

goats must register an identification markat the Office of the Registrar of AnimalIdentification and all animals withinvisible identification marks must be re-identified.

Officials and the Police explained theprocess by which to register anidentification mark.

Mr Muroa explained to farmers that

animals may by marked by three methods,namely a hot iron, a freeze branding iron orby means of tattooing. Cattle can bemarked with irons from six months of age,while the animals can be tattooed from onemonth old.

Goats and sheep can be tattooed fromone month old, branding is not allowed.Pigs and ostriches may also be tatooed

from one month old. Branding of theseanimals are not allowed. Shoulds amarked animal be sold, the new onershould be provided with a letter ofidentification by the seller.

Farmers then attended a practicaldemonstrastion of branding where it wasexplained to them that it is important thattheir branding marks should not differfrom those received from the Registrar,

even if letters and marks seem to beupside down or reversed.

Inspector David Mamphoke of thePolice told Platinum Gazette that stocktheft was a real problem in the area.

Just a few weeks ago Lazarus SeetaLibiso was convicted in the PraktiseerMagistrate’s Court for stock theft andsentenced to three years imprisonment

without the option of a fine.He stated that the Police has also

arrested a man for stealing 14 goats, allloaded in the back of a 1400 Nissan bakkie,while another case where 14 goats wasstolen was also investigated. As PlatinumGazette left, he told the newspaper he wason his way to Burgersfort to arrest a taxiowner who allegedly stole a number ofcattle in Alverton.

He again stressed the importance ofanimal identification to farmers at thepractical demonstration and the positiverole animal identification is playing in theadministration of justice. The formal partof the the farmers day was held atMokutung Primary School, where thefamers were entertained by the the school’schoir.

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80 Children from eight schools in the Burgersfort and Steelpoort areas received donations of inter alia a full school uniform, blanketsand groceries at the Burgersfort Police Station. A member of the Burgersfort Police’s social crime prevention unit, constable DanMatsimbi, told the media that the Police, government departments and the eight schools were part of the project. The schools eachidentified ten children in need (including orphans), while all large donation to alleviate their circumstances, was made by EasternChrome Mines. Constable Matsimbi said that apart from groceries and the blankets, each child received a pair of shoes, trousers, shirts,a tie and a track suit. The ceremony to hand the donations over to the children was held on Wednesday morning.

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Grade 12 learners from Calvin College inBurgersfort decided an appropriate way tocelebrate their 40 days last week Friday,was to take to Burgersfort’s streets en askpeople for money so that they can buy toysfor needy children at various care centresin the area.

Not that it was not entertaining. Themimic group in the photograph createdquite a stir with their performance at theshopping centre where they decided tostrut their stuff. An educator at theSchool, ms melanie de bruyn told thenewspaper that although some people wererude to the learners, they also had positivereaction.

The learners collected more tha nR1700 rand and this amount was matchedby the school, making the income for theday more substantial. Apart from that,they also received a number of pledges, stillto calculated.

The learners are challenging otherschools in the area to beat what they havedone, all in the name of a good cause!

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On 12 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested two male suspectsaged 31 years for business robbery. Their arrest follows an incident inGa Mashamothane on 19 July 2009 where the owner of a supermarketwas robbed of cash. The suspects appeared in the PraktiseerMagistrate Court on 14 August 2009 and they were not granted bail.The case was remanded to 21 August 2009.

On 14 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 22years for possession of dagga. On the same day, the Police received atip-off about a person person who was in possession of dagga in RibaCross. The police followed up the information and managed to arrestthe suspect and seized about 4,75 kg dagga.The suspect appeared in the Magistrate Court at Praktiseer on 17August 2009 and he paid admission of guilt to the amount of Rl000

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 18years for house breaking and theft. It is alleged that the house wasbroken into at Ga Mashamothane on 15 August 2009 between 02:00and 06:00 in the morning and some items such as a television set,DSTV decoder, DVD machine and cd’s were stolen. On the same daythe matter was reported to the Police and they managed to arrest thesuspect, while the items were also recovered.The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate court on 17 August2009 and he was granted the bail of R500. The case was remanded to07 October 2009.

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 20years for common robbery.It is alleged that the suspect robbed a male of 23 years on 14 August2009 in Riba Cross. A cellphone and cash were stolen. The victimreported the matter to the Police who arrested the syuspect afterinvestigation. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer MmagistrateCourt on 17 August 2009 and he was not granted bail. The case wasremanded to 24 August 2009.

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 28years for attempted rape.It is alleged that the suspect attempted to rape a lady of 29 years inRiba Cross on 14 August 2009. On 15 August the matter was reportedto the Police and they made follow ups and managed to arrest thesuspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on17 August 2009 and he was not granted bail. The case was remandedto 24 August 2009.

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 26for malicious damage to property. The complainant alleged that thesuspect damaged the windows of his house in Riba Cross on 15 August2009. The case was reported to the police and they managed to arrestthe suspect. The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Courton 17 August 2009 and he was granted bail of’ R500. The case wasremanded to 19 October 2009.

On 15 August 2009 the Police in Tubatse arrested a male suspect of 51years for attempted theft.The complainant alleged that the suspect attempted to steal his motorvehicle in Ga Mashamothane on 15 August 2009 between 01:00 and1:30 in the morning.The suspect appeared in the Praktiseer Magistrate Court on 17 August2009 and he was granted the bail of R1000. The case was remanded to14 October 2009.

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Wire and poles from a vegetable garden project in Ga Manoke started disappearing. Thechairman of the project, Mr William Mashaba, decided that this state of appears cannotcontinue and he kept a lookout for the cause of the disappearance of the projects wire andpoles. He saw somebody load a wheelbarrow full of the vegetable project’s property andfollowed the man with the wheelbarrow to Dresden. Calling in the Police’s help, theyarrested a man who apparently illegally removed almost 600 metres of wire fence fromthe project and in addition stole a large number of wooden fencing poles. When thenewspaper visited the scene on Tuesday, members of the vegetable garden project waswith the Police at the suspect’s house identifying their property (top photograph), whiledetective constable Nkambule and detective inspector Makofane (bottom photograph)showed the newspaper another house where some of the wire and poles were redeployed.

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A major flee market is planned for 29 August in front of the OK MiniMark.This is the ideal day to showcase your homemade products or other goods.A stall will cost you R150 and all the money you make is yours. The stallfee will go towards charity. To book a stall call Magda on 076 579 2322.

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Miss Spring Burgersfort vind hierdie jaar op 12 September plaas. Wat hierdiekompetisie anders as ‘n gewone skoonheidskompetisie maak is die grootliefdadigheidselement.Die finaliste samel geld en ander goedere vir liefdadigheid. Daar is hierdie jaar tweegroot projekte wat by hulle pogings sal baatvind. Die een is die voedingskema vanLaerskool Steelpoort waardeur meer as 200 kinders elke dag kos kry en die ander ‘nprojek in Ga-Matodi by ‘n skool vir gestremdes. Op 29 Augustus word ‘n reuse Pret Dagvoor die OK Minimark beplan. Aktiwiteite soos ‘n vlooimark, paint ball, uitstallings,gesigverf, springkastele en een van die hoogtepunte, ‘n jail-a-bail word beplan. Diepubliek word genooi om hulle te kom ondersteun en sommer lekker pret te hê. Moet ditnie misloop nie!

Hieronder is van die finaliste in die kompetisie. Volgendeweek sal nog finaliste se foto’s gepubliseer word.


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Burgersfort United Football ClubThe Club plays every Wednesday and Friday and welcomes all social soccerplayers. The Club also invites all small teams interested in playing social soccermatches against them to get in contact. Attention is also given to junior soccerdevelopment and players between the ages of 8 and 15 are invited to join thejunior side. Practice is from 18:00 - 20:00. Enquiries: Faizal: 082 922 3909 orRiaz: 072 471 7545.

Around the world golf dayThe Tubatse Chrome Club is planning an ‘Around the world golf day’ on 5September 2009. At every hole a sponsor will depict a country, including itsbeverages and food. This is a fun day and should not be missed. Enter yourfour ball now or contact Martin van Rooyen to sponsor a hole and be part ofthe fun. A sponsorship amounts to R1200 per hole.For more information contact Martin van Rooyen on 082 816 4833.

Watergat IdolsEnter the Watergat Idols competition and share in the fun! Whether you are asolo singer or a band, enter now! This is your chance in the spotlight. Entrantsdon’t have to be professional artists and can bring along their own musicalinstruments. Auditions will be held and weekly knock-out rounds as well. Theentrance fee is R50 per group or individual and can be done at Die Watergat.All ages are welcome. Your family and friends will also be able come andsupport your efforts during the various rounds.The closing date for entries is on 30 August 2009. Enquiries: Mara, 013-2318091.

Miss Spring Burgersfort - Charity Fun DayThe entries for the Miss Spring Burgersfort competition are closed and thefinalists are busy with their charity projects to raise funds for various goodcauses in the area. One of the main events taking place will be at the OKMiniMark parking area on 29 August.Be sure not to miss out on the fun and excitement of the day. People interestedin booking a stall to sell their merchandise at the flee market forming part ofthe Fun Day is welcome to contact Magda on 076 579 2322. A stall will costR150. All the profit you make is yours. The day will be filled with jumpingcastles, face painting, a jail-a-bail event, opportunities to donate old clothingand unwanted household items, a flee market with a variety of stalls and achance to meet the beauties who will be participating in the final event on 12September 2009.

Camp CalvinCalvin College will host their revue - Camp Calvin, a music exstravaganza on27 and 28 August 2009.The show will start at 18:30 and will be at the Collegehall. Entrance will be R20 for adults and R10 for children. Tickets are availablefrom the office or Calvin College students.

Mengelmoes Kardoes/Jingle-Jangle BoxLaerskool Burgersfort hou op 26 en 27 Augustus hul revue. Dit is ‘n musikalemengelmoes en moet beslis nie misgeloop word nie. Hierdie geleentheid wordslegs elke tweede jaar aangebied en beloof om hierdie jaar weer iets besonderste wees. Die konserte begin om 17:30 vir 18:00 by Laerskool Burgersfort seskoolsaal. Kaartjies kos R10 per persoon.Laerskool Burgersfort will host their revue on 26 and 27 August. The themethis year is Jingle-Jangle Box and promises to be something special. This eventtakes place only every second year and should not be missed this year. Theshow will start at 17:30 for 18:00 and entrance will be charged at R10 perperson.

Hoërskool Lydenburg opedagHoërskool Lydenburg hou op 3 September hul opedag. Voornemende leerdersis welkom om die skool te kom besoek en te sien presies hoekom die skool sêdat hul die enigste keuse is. Navrae: (013) 235 2111/(013) 235 2112 of (013)235 1090.

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NG Kerk BurgersfortDienste: Sondae 08:30 - 9:45Navrae: Ds. Johan Koen, 082 780 7421 of (013)231 7627 vir die kerkkantoor.Abundant Life Mission ChurchSunday 09:00 - 11:00Pastor Shadrack Pandala, 082 412 3024 or 072334 0922. The church is situated on the groundfloor at the GTM Licencing Department.Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk, SteelpoortSondagoggend eredienste om 09:00.Kerk is op die hoek van Albizia & Tolbosstrate inTubatse Village.Navrae: Ds. Riaan Botha, 082 318 3751.Kerkkantoor: 013-236 5118.AGS Kerk, SteelpoortDienste is Sondagoggend om 09:00 enSondagaande om 18:00.Navrae: (013) 230 9146.New Apostolic Church, SteelpoortServices: Sundays at 09:00.Contact: Carien on 082 826 5782.End of Time International MinistriesServices: Wednesdays and Fridays at 16:00 andon Sundays at 10:00.The church is situated next to DibakwaneWelding Services at Mashamothane, Zone 2.Enquiries: Pastor Mampa, 082 219 7017.St Mary, BothashoekServices: 09:00 - 10:00St Daniel Comboni, PraktiseerServices: 09:00 - 10:00St Augustine, AlvertonServices: 08:00 - 09:00St Martin, Ga-ManokeServices: 10:00 - 11:00Riba-Cross Trustworthy Bible ChurchServices: Sundays 09:00 - 12:00The church is situated next to Mogolo HighSchool.Enquiries: Pastor S. Malapane, 082 721 1625.St Paul’s Catholic Church, SebedikaneMass on Sundays: 07:00 - 08:00.Tel: (013) 231 7735.His Glory Bible Church, Ga-SelalaServices: Main service on Sundays at 10:00,Tuesdays Intercession at 18:00, WednesdayBible study at 18:00 and Thursday Bible studyat 18:00.Enquiries:Pastor NW Mametsa, 076 117 5075.Followers of Jesus ChristChurch Services:Ga-Mashamothane Zone 8, nextto Mahlakwana Tuck Shop.Time: 10:00 - 12:30 every Sunday. Wednesdays:17:00 - 18:00.Followers of Jesus Christ Prayer Centre Ga-Manoke next to Ga-Dibucks. Sunday: 08:00 -10:00; Tuesdays: 17:00 - 18:00; Fridays: 17:00 -18:00. Mass Choir practice: 18:00 - 19:00.Enquiries:Pastor PS Malepe, 079 881 0074/073 572 4181.Followers of Jesus ChristChurch Services: Maakubu next to Madire Café.Time: Sunday 10:20 - 12:40; Wednesday 17:00.Gateway Church International inSteelpoortBl6 Hall next Excelsus AcademySunday -Worship service 09h30Monday -Prayer 18h00Fridays - Youth meetingTue & Thur- Bible schoolContacts: 013-2309086 (church office).Volle Evangelie Kerk BurgersfortDienste: Sondae: 09:00 en 18:30. Selgroepe:Steelpoort en Burgersfort.Kontak:Past. A. Nortjé, 084 818 0920.Adonai Christian Centre - Penge

Services: Tuesday - 17:00 - 18:00; Friday - YouthService - 17:00 - 18:30;Sunday - 10:00 - 12:30Contact:Past. HR Phoku, 073 411 5142 or 083 691 9749.Living Hope Bible ChurchVenue: Calvin College, Burgersfort;Time: 09:00 - 11:00 every Sunday.Contact: Pastor M. Mnisi - 072 797 6114.The Fountain of Life Community ChurchVenue: Shushumela Ext. 1, Praktiseer, Air PortSection.Services: Wednesdays and Fridays: 16:30 -17:30. Sundays: 10:00 - 13:00.Contact: Pastor MP Maimela, 082 514 8595.Apostolic Faith MissionServices: Sundays - 10:00 - 12:30 am. Mondays -17:30 - Prayer.The church is situated next to Mahlangu BusStop, first street as you enter Longtill.Enquiries: Pastor Maibela, 072 829 7320.The Alliance Church in S.A.The Alliance Church in S.A. is situated atKgautswane.Services: Sunday 11:00 - 13:00Monday intercession at 16:00.Wednesday youth service at 16:30.Enquiries: Pastor E.Z. Nkosi, 072 841 3885Freedom Embassy Ministries International- BurgersfortVenue: Morone Street (Old Netstar Workshop,behind new Cashbuild, near Shoprite).Services: Sundays 10:00 - 12:30Enquiries: Pastor James Ukpong, 082 268 3586.


Should obtaining a driver’s licence becomeThis week the Minister of Transport, MrSibusiso Ndebele told listeners of theSAFM programme, After Eight that hisdepartment is working on a plan tointroduce training for drivers’ licences aspart of the school curriculum.They are busy with discussions with theDepartment of Education concerning thepossible implementation of this plan.Ndebele said that it is envisaged thatschools will be provided with simulators toensure proper training. The programmewill target grade 11 and 12 learners. Roadsafety will form a large part of the subjectcontent. According to Ndebele this willhelp create students that are not only adeveloped South Africans, but also possesscertain life skills to be persons of theworld. According to statistics mentionedonly 7 million of South Africa’s 49 millionpeople are in possession of a valid driver’slicence. At this stage there is no indicationwhen and if this will be formalised as partof the school curriculum as discussions onthe subject still continues.We asked our readers whether theythought this suggested inclusion will beeffective and helpful.

Mr Elson Malope said: “The main thing isto learn the school children the right thingbecause other people now just go andbuy their licence without proper training”.

Mr Jerry Mashile said: “I’don’t get thejobs because I don’t have a licence. It willbe good for them”.

“I think it is a good thing because to startwith, if it is done at school level with freshminds they can understand well becauseit is not only a matter of driving, but alsounderstanding the road rules and trafficsigns,” said Mr Philemon Tshililo.

Mr Ralph Molatudi said: “I think that oneis a great idea. If you don’t have a licencenow you have to buy it from someonewho sells it and then you don’t know howto drive”.

Mr Albert Mahlako said: “It’s goodbecause most people can’t afford to payfor a licence”.

Mr Solomon Sekopa said: “It’s a goodthing. They will start school and keepgoing until they are drivers”.

Mr Victor Masedi said: “It will becomplete. It is a good thing as evenyoung people can become interested inschool when they know they can get alicence”.

Mr Aron Tswane said: “It’s a good idea.Many people don’t have a driver’s licenceand they leave school before matric. It willmotivate them to stay in school and it willmake it easier for them to get a job whenthey are finished with their studies”.

Mr Caswell Khumalo said: “That’s greatbecause we don’t have a licence and thejobs are scarce”.

MrRousseau de Waal sê: “Dit klink baieoulik, maar hulle sal eers die skole moetuitsorteer voor dit sal kan realiseer”.

Mr Johan Lombard sê: “Vroeër was ditreeds in die gegoede buurte in plek. Nounog by skole soos Hoërskool Waterkloofkan die kinders dit as ‘n opsie neem endie ouers betaal daarvoor. Dit sal goedwerk in die skole mits daar opgeleideinstrukteurs is”.

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a subject for grade 12 learners?

Mr Cecil Tebele said: “Everything hasadvantages and disadvantages. It willminimize accidents if they train thelearners. The disadvantage is that theywill know about cars and be able to stealcars and be able to drive them”.

“It’s probably a good thing. It would havebeen nice for me. The concept can workprovided there is a process that facilitatesit,” said Mr Lebogang Methomme.

Mnr. Wynand van Nieuwenhuizen sê: “Ditkan ‘n baie goeie ding wees. Daar issoveel mense wat hul lisensies koop waarhulle dit dan wettig sal kan kry”.

Mr Themba Ngele said: “Ja, it’swonderful. It’s like a package. When youpass matric you’ll have a licence and youwon’t have to waste time to get it”.

Mnr. Michael Bruni sê: “Nee, ek dink niedit gaan werk nie. Daar is te veelkorrupsie by die skole. Dis ‘n maklikermanier om dit skelm te kry”.

“Yes! It’s very good. It is very important tolearn to drive,” said Ms. Anna Mapanga.

Mr Mabutho Khoza said: “It’s a goodthing. If it won’t disturb other studies.Most people are struggling to get theirlicence”.

Mnr. Werner Barends sê: “Ek dink dit salbaie help. Ek weet hoe het ek gesukkel.Dit kan ook ‘n voordeel wees wanneer jybegin werk. Dis sal korrupsie sny”.

Mr Michael Matsie said: “Yes, it’s a goodthing to have a licence because when youbuy a car you can drive safely”.

Rudi Phetla said: “Personally I believe itis a good idea. We all want to get ourlicences. In matric there is not much time,and then we go and study and still needto get it. It will help students to get theirlicences before they go study the nextyear. Then we also won’t need to steal ourparents’ cars!”

Ms Melanie de Bruyn said: “I think it is anexcellent idea. We should not just teachbut we must teach our learners life skillsas well”.

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Headman Emmanuel Mmopane said: “It’sa very good idea. I really agree with them.It will reduce accidents. We don’t getenough training at the driving schools. Itis also expensive to get a drivers licence.If the minister says so, then go for it.Maybe it will also reduce the buying oflicences.

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Maatlapo United wellsupported at homeMaatlapo United FC played their first game on home ground last Saturday.Maatlapo United faced the Denilton Sweepers in a fast paced game that was full of injuries on especiallythe Sweepers’ side.Although Sweepers looked hungry for a goal Maatlapo showed their strenght and scored their first goalin the ninth minute of the game.In the second half Sweepers substituded players and tried their best to overwhelm the home team. Theyhowever wasted scoring opportunities and Maatlapo took advantage of this the regain control of thegame. In the 54th minute of the game Stan Malegodi proved himself a star player when he scored thesecond goal for Maatlapo United. Stan was also named the man of the match for his excellent goals andoutstanding performance on the field.At times the players seemed to lose their cool and this led to a yellow card for Maatlapo during thesecond half. The game ended 2-1 in favour of Maatlapo United.“We are very happy about their performance and we are even happier about the support that we’vereceived from the crowd. We appeal to them to bring their friends along and to pack the stadium,” saidthe team’s public relations officer, Jimmy Makola.On Saturday, 22 August the team will play in the Nedbank Cup against Nchabeleng Youngsters atLongtill. The next league game will be at Mooihoek against Mooihoek XI Experience.

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Stan is the manfor Maatlapo

Stan Malegodi scored two goals for Maatlapo United FC in their match against DeniltonSweepers last week Saturday. Read the story on page 13.

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Themba’s teamtamed themThemba’s teamtamed them

The SAPS and volunteer team,Praktiseer True Lovers, ThembaEngen Garage and another teamfrom Praktiseer participated in afriendly tournament that startedover the long weekend of 9 and10 August. The final took placeon 16 August between the SAPSand volunteer team and theteam from Themba Garage.From the start the team fromThemba showed their skill andcontrol and at half time the wereleading 3-1.They scored another goal to walkaway as the winners. The SAPSteam did however fight back andscored two more goals in thesecond half.The final score in favour ofThemba Garage was 4-3.

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Vol baan vir kerkDie Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk in Tubatse se gholfdag het verlede Saterdag byTubatse Chroom Klub plaasgevind. Die dag is uitstekend ondersteun en ‘n totaal van 56spelers het die dag se 18 putjies gespeel.Die wenners van diedag was die spanvan: TheunsViljoen, Martin vanRooyen, ChrisHolscher en JohanHolscher. Tweedewas: Koos Jonker,Jacques Calvert,Victor Fourie enTimo Briedenhann.Die TubatseChroom Gholfklubbeplan ‘n “Aroundthe World” gholfdagop 5 September. Byelke putjie word ‘nander landvoorgestel. Die borgvan die putjies hetgewoonlik grootpret met kos, dranken versierings omdie putjie feestelikvolgens die landwat hulle kies telaat lyk. Spelerstoer dan sommer sohou vir hou rondomdie wêreld.Besighede watgraag as borge wiloptree of personewat vir die dag wilinskryf kan Martinvan Rooyen by 083816 4833 skakel.

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