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Susters deel die kollig én die podium
Platinum Weekly koerant | Rustenburg – Vir susters Charnè Swart en Danietza Du Toit was die Gym Angels-fiksheidskompetisie ’n geleentheid om saam te skitter – en albei het met ’n podiumplek huis toe gekeer.
Schools & sport
Potch pace earns Rustenburg pride
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Run/Walk For Life Rustenburg members Michael Tlou and Fanie Beukes delivered strong performances in the Letsgo Potch! 21.1km race in Potchefstroom on Saturday, 17 October 2026. Michael finished in 1:18 and Fanie in 1:24 – plenty of reason for club pride! The community event brought runners together over distances ranging from 5km to a full marathon.
Churches & NGOs
SOULFOOD — PSALM 40:8
“I delight to do Your will, O my God, And Your law is within my heart.”
Community
Do you let your pet sleep on your bed? The results are in.
For some, bedtime means cuddling up with a furry friend. Others prefer keeping their pillows free of paws and pet hair. Does your pet have a place beside you, or do they sleep in their own cosy spot?
Community
Did you know? A TINY BUMP WITH AN ANCIENT JOB…
Goosebumps form when tiny muscles attached to hair follicles contract, pulling hairs upright. Cold, fear or even moving music can trigger this automatic reflex.
Schools & sport
RUGGANUUS — 23 October 2026
United Rugby Championship BEPALINGS Vrydag 23 Oktober • Cardiff 20:45 Sharks • Connacht 20:45 Zebre • Edinburgh 20:45 Lions Saterdag 24 Oktober • Bulls 13:45 Ulster • Stormers 16:00 Scarlets • Benetton 16:00 Glasgow Warriors • Leinster 19:00 Munster • Ospreys 21:00 Dragons 2026/27 Champions Cup UITSLAE Vrydag 16 Oktober • Gloucester 36-36 Union Bordeaux-Bègles Saterdag 17 Oktober • Bath 14-32 Montpellier • Munster 33-25 Racing 92 • La Rochelle 31-14 Lions • Connacht 45-36 Saracens
Schools & sport
Irene steps up to the top spot!
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Run/Walk For Life Rustenburg’s Irene Scheffer celebrated on the podium after finishing first in her age category in the Meiringspoort 12.5 km race in De Rust on Saturday, 10 October 2026. This year’s event brought a fresh challenge, with flooding forcing runners onto an alternative route along the Uniondale road.
Schools & sport
From Rustenburg to Amsterdam, with pride!
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Run/Walk For Life Rustenburg members Anel and Carlo de Bruin stepped onto the international stage at the TCS Amsterdam Marathon event on Sunday, 18 October 2026. Anel completed the 21.1 km half marathon in 2 hours 38 minutes, while Carlo conquered the 42.2 km marathon in 4 hours 23 minutes. With a memorable finish inside Amsterdam’s Olympic Stadium, this event gives runners a spectacular stage to celebrate every hard-earned kilometre.
Schools & sport
New leaders, new possibilities at Grenville
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – A new chapter of learner leadership awaits Grenville High School as its head leaders for 2027 prepare to make their mark.
Schools & sport
Hot climbs, cool company for RCC
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – A challenging climb, welcome refreshments and good company kept spirits high as 23 cyclists joined Rustenburg Cycling Club’s (RCC) club rides on Saturday 17 October 2026.
Municipal news
Only 26% of landfill sites in North West meet standards, AfriForum audit shows
Platinum Weekly newspaper | North West – Rustenburg’s Waterval landfill and the privately operated Mooinooi site are among just five of 19 waste disposal facilities to pass AfriForum’s 2026 provincial landfill audit, released on 16 October 2026. Only 26% of the landfill sites and transfer stations assessed met the organisation’s minimum audit requirements, which require a score of at least 80%.
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