Author: Debra Sauer
Refuse collection and municipal office closures – upcoming Public Holidays
George Municipality would like to inform all residents that refuse and green bag collection services will continue as per the normal schedule on all upcoming public holidays falling on weekdays during April, May, and June 2025.
📆 Affected Public Holidays:
• Friday, 18 April 2025
• Monday, 21 April 2025
• Monday, 28 April 2025
• Thursday, 01 May 2025
• Monday, 16 June 2025
Residents are kindly requested to place their bins and green bags out by 07:00 on their regular collection days to ensure timeous service.
🏢 Municipal Office Closures:
All George Municipality administrative offices will be closed on the above-mentioned public holidays. Regular office operations will resume on the following working day.
🚨 Emergency Services:
All essential and emergency services will remain fully operational during this period.
📞 After-Hours & Emergency Contact Numbers:
• Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
• General After-Hours Emergencies: 044 801 6300
• Toll-Free Number: 0800 424 277
We thank all residents for their cooperation and wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season.
GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 16 April 2025
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 89,57%
Rainfall for the previous days: 29 mm (Measured from 9 – 14 April 2025)
For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
Uniondale Biblioteek Gesluit vir Paasfees
Uniondale Biblioteek is gesluit vanaf vandag, 15 April 2025 om 13:00 tot 17 April 2025.
Die biblioteek sal weer op 22 April 2025 om 10:00 heropen.
Public Notice: Uniondale Library Closed for Easter
Uniondale Library will be closed from today, 15 April 2025 at 13:00, until 17 April 2025.
The library will reopen on 22 April 2025 at 10:00.
Construction work on public holidays on various sites
A planned construction of the following construction site, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also include the following Public holidays between 07:00 and 14:00.
Thembalethu East Reservoir, Water Tower and Pumpstation: 18 April 2025
Pacaltsdorp East Reservoir, Water Tower, and Pumpstation: 18 April 2025 and 01 May 2025
Pacaltsdorp West Reservoir, and Pumpstation: 18 April 2025 and 01 May 2025
Construction of 40 ML Balancing Dam: 01 May 2025
New Water Treatment Works: 18 April 2025 and 01 May 2025
Eden Pumpstation: 26th & 28th April 2025
Schaapkop Pumpstation: 01 May 2025
Schaapkop rising Main: 28 April 2025
Meul Sewe Pumpstation: 28 April 2025 and 01 May 2025
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions and the effects thereof will be issued via social media.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area, in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES: Mr Andre Scheepers – 044 801 9492 (Technical)
: Mr Alewijn Dippenaar – 082 457 5675 (Public Liaison Officer)
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
GO GEORGE schedules on upcoming Public Holidays
With several public holidays coming up, GO GEORGE calls on passengers to take note of the schedules that will be followed on these days.
Over the Easter weekend, the Sunday schedule will apply on all routes on Friday 18 April, while the Saturday schedule will be followed on Monday 21 April 2025.
On both Freedom Day that will be observed on Monday 28 April, and Workers’ Day, Thursday 1 May, the Saturday schedule will apply.
For any enquiries or assistance with trip planning, phone the GO GEORGE Call Centre on 0800 044 044, or visit the GO GEORGE website, www.gogeorge.org.za for user-friendly features to plan your trip.
GO GEORGE-SKEDULES OP KOMENDE VAKANSIEDAE
Met verskeie openbare vakansiedae voor die deur, vestig GO GEORGE passasiers se aandag op die skedules wat op hierdie dae gevolg sal word.
Oor die Paasnaweek sal die Sondagskedule op Vrydag 18 April op alle roetes geld, terwyl die Saterdagskedule op Maandag 21 April 2025 gevolg sal word.
Op beide Vryheidsdag wat op Maandag 28 April gevier word, en Werkersdag, Donderdag 1 Mei, sal die Saterdagskedule geld.
Vir enige navrae of hulp met ritbeplanning, skakel die GO GEORGE-inbelsentrum by 0800 044 044, of besoek die GO GEORGE-webwerf, www.gogeorge.org.za vir gebruikersvriendelike toepassings om jou rit te beplan.
Beware of Fraudulent Calls Impersonating George Municipality Officials
⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️
The George Municipality warns residents of a scam involving a fraudster impersonating a municipal official. This person (who has called himself Bongani, Charles and may use any other name) calls residents, falsely claiming to represent the municipality and threatening to disconnect electricity if payment is not made immediately.
🔴 Important Reminder:
- The municipality will NEVER call or send a link for account payments.
- Do not share your personal or financial information with strangers.
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links.
💳 Legitimate Ways to Pay Your Account:
✅ Online: www.george.gov.za (Unipay & My Smart City – George App)
✅ EFT: First National Bank (FNB) | Acc No: 62869623150 | Ref: GRG Account Number
✅ Retail Outlets: Pick n Pay, Woolworths, Boxer, Game, Spar, Pep
✅ Municipal Cashier Halls: George, Uniondale, Haarlem, and area offices
📞 For queries, contact:
☎️ 044 801 9111
📧 accounts@george.gov.za
Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity!
Temporary closure of Uniondale swimming pool
Please note that the Uniondale Swimming Pool will be closed to the public from Friday, 11 April 2025 until Monday, 14 April 2025 for maintenance. The swimming pool will be reopened on Tuesday.
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Neem asseblief kennis dat die Uniondale Swembad vanaf Vrydag, 11 April 2025 tot Maandag, 14 April 2025 gesluit sal wees vir instandhouding. Die swembad sal weer Dinsdag heropen word.
Urgent Public Notice: Upgrading of Eden Sewage pumpstation – weekend work/Public Holiday
A planned construction activity of the UPGRADING OF EDEN SEWAGE PUMPSTATION, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also include Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 07h00 to 13h00.
The construction activities extend from the Eden Sewage Pumpstation to Dikkop Str and Pikkewyn Str.
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notifications of planned temporary disruptions and the effects thereof will be issued via social media.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users, and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution during the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, no members of the public will be allowed in the construction area.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES : Mr Kosie Smit – 044 801 9496 (George Municipality Project Manager)
: Mr Danie Brand – 083 555 1290 (Engineer)
: Ms Shaldene Davids – 074 899 4420 (Community Liaison Officer)
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Update:Unplanned water outage: Estimated time of repair extended
Estimated time of repair is now around 10h00. Water trucks are being stationed at various points in Pacaltsdorp after water flow was compromised due to damage to the pressure line between the Pacaltsdorp Pump Station and the water tower. The damage occurred during construction of the new Pacaltsdorp West Reservoir.
• water truck stationed at Pick and Pay, Beach Road
• water truck stationed at New Dawn Park Primary School
• water truck stationed at the corner of Kloof and Jakaranda Streets, Seaview
• Water truck at corner of Marigold and Protea Streets (Jansen Café)
• Water truck at Pacalsdorp PrimarySchool (corner of Aloe and Protea Streets)
Update:Unplanned water outage: More water trucks to be stationed in Pacaltsdorp
Water trucks are being stationed at various points in Pacaltsdorp after water flow was compromised due to damage to the pressure line between the Pacaltsdorp Pump Station and the water tower. The damage occurred during construction of the new Pacaltsdorp West Reservoir.
- water truck stationed at Pick and Pay, Beach Road
- water truck stationed at Solly’s Tavern, New Dawn Park
- water truck stationed at the corner of Kloof and Jakaranda Streets, Seaview
Unplanned water outage: Water Supply Disruption – Pacaltsdorp
Please be advised that a water pressure line between the Pacaltsdorp pump station and the water tower was damaged during construction of the new Pacaltsdorp West Reservoir. As a result, the water tower is currently empty, and the entire Pacaltsdorp area will experience water supply disruptions from early morning.
A water tanker from the Fire Department is stationed on Beach Road near Pick n Pay from 05:30.
Repair efforts are underway. The contractor is excavating the affected pipeline and assessing damage. The estimated time of restoration is currently unknown. We are exploring options to bypass the system.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Garden Route Dam level – 10 April 2025
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 88,31%
Rainfall for the previous days: 20.8 mm (Measured from 1- 8 April 2025)
For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
George Outeniqua Marathon 2025 tjekoorhandiging
Die gewilde George Outeniqua Marathon, aangebied met die ondersteuning van George Munisipaliteit, Universal Kitchens en verskeie ander rolspelers, vind vanjaar weer plaas op Saterdag, 26 April 2025.
Sakkie Stoffberg en Duppie du Preez van die Outeniqua Harriers Multi Sportklub het ‘n tjek van R50 000 ontvang vanuit die George Munisipaliteit se 2024/25 Event Support-begroting. Die fondse sal gebruik word vir die aanbieding van hierdie jaar se marathon.
Die wedloop sluit vier afstande in:
• 42,2 km: Begin by Cornerstone Blanco
• 21,1 km: Begin by die Tuinroetedam
• 10 km en 5 km pretloop: Begin by die Wilderness Commonage
Al die wedlope eindig by die Wilderness Commonage.
Inskrywings is aanlyn beskikbaar tot Dinsdag, 22 April 2025 by entryinja.com en kan ook by verskeie sportwinkels in George gedoen word. Laat inskrywings en registrasies sal plaasvind op Vrydag, 25 April 2025, tussen 16:00 en 21:00 by Cornerstone Blanco.
Navrae: Kontak Esmé Boshoff by 084 499 7753.
Foto: By die oorhandiging van die tjek van R50 000 vir die George Outeniqua Marathon uit die 2024/25 Event Support-begroting is van links, Rdl. Melvin Roelfse, Burgemeesterskomiteelid vir Sport, Duppie du Preez en Sakkie Stoffberg van Outeniqua Harriers Multi Sportklub neem die tjek in ontvangs en by hull is Rdd. Jackie von Brandis, Uitvoerende Burgemeester van George en Rdd Iona Kritzinger, Burgemeesterskomiteelid vir Finansies.
Traffic Update: Meiringspoort and Cango Caves Road
The Traffic Department will be contacted to monitor the low-water bridge behind the station leading to Karoo Lusern Butchery. Please proceed with caution in the area.
CANGO CAVES ROAD
Rockfalls have been reported. Traffic officers are on the scene. Please drive carefully and be alert when using this road.
MEIRINGSPOORT
Meiringspoort is open for traffic. All drifts and road surfaces are currently clear. No significant water runoff at the moment. Light rain is falling in De Rust. We will keep you updated if conditions change.
Photo supplied
Issued by Oudtshoorn Municipality on 09 April 2025 at 08:47
Temporary Closure of Gwaing Landfill Site
Please be advised that the Gwaing Landfill Site is temporarily closed today due to inclement weather conditions.
Residents are informed that the Waste Transfer Station remains open and may be used for the disposal of domestic waste.
Due to circumstances out of our control, please note that green bag collections will not take place today in the following areas: Denneoord, Twee Rivieren, Bodorp, Camphersdrift and Fernridge.
Due to these areas will be serviced on Saturday.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
Refuse collection and municipal office closures – upcoming Public Holidays
George Municipality would like to inform all residents that refuse and green bag collection services will continue as per the normal schedule on all upcoming public holidays falling on weekdays during April, May, and June 2025.
📆 Affected Public Holidays:
• Friday, 18 April 2025
• Monday, 21 April 2025
• Monday, 28 April 2025
• Thursday, 01 May 2025
• Monday, 16 June 2025
Residents are kindly requested to place their bins and green bags out by 07:00 on their regular collection days to ensure timeous service.
🏢 Municipal Office Closures:
All George Municipality administrative offices will be closed on the above-mentioned public holidays. Regular office operations will resume on the following working day.
🚨 Emergency Services:
All essential and emergency services will remain fully operational during this period.
📞 After-Hours & Emergency Contact Numbers:
• Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
• General After-Hours Emergencies: 044 801 6300
• Toll-Free Number: 0800 424 277
We thank all residents for their cooperation and wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season.