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George jobseekers can now access free bus travel to pursue employment opportunities

The Western Cape Government’s Jobseeker Travel Voucher Programme has officially been expanded to George, providing unemployed residents with free public transport to help them access job interviews and other employment-related opportunities.

The programme, which has successfully supported thousands of jobseekers in the Cape Metro over the past two years, is now being rolled out in George through a partnership between the Western Cape Mobility Department, GO GEORGE Bus Service and George Municipality.
Although formal launch events previously planned for George had to be postponed due to severe weather conditions, the programme is already available and residents can begin registering immediately.

A community launch and registration drive will take place on 25 and 26 June 2026 to formally introduce the programme to residents and provide assistance with registration.

The Jobseeker Travel Voucher Programme aims to reduce one of the biggest barriers facing unemployed residents – the cost of transport when searching for work. Encouragingly, several George residents have already begun registering for the programme following initial communication about the rollout, demonstrating the demand for support that helps jobseekers access opportunities.

Eligible jobseekers who register for the programme receive a GO GEORGE smart card pre-loaded with six free bus trips that can be used on GO GEORGE routes between 09:00 and 15:00 on weekdays. The voucher can be used for travel to job interviews, and employment-related appointments that support job seeking.

Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku, said the expansion of the programme to George demonstrates the province’s commitment to helping residents access opportunities. ” A jobseeker should be able to go to an interview without worrying about transport costs, attend training or skills assessments without extra pressure on their household budget, and take up opportunities knowing transport will not stand in their way.

Through the expansion of this initiative, we are helping unemployed residents access interviews, training opportunities and other employment-related activities. We encourage all eligible residents to register and make use of this support as they pursue opportunities to improve their lives and support their families,” said Minister Sileku.

Director for Land Transport Safety Projects, Melvin Arendse, who leads the Jobseeker Travel Voucher Programme, said the initiative has already shown positive results in other parts of the province, “We have seen the difference that access to affordable transport can make for jobseekers. By removing some of the financial burden associated with travelling to interviews and employment opportunities, we are helping people stay active in their job search. We encourage unemployed residents in George to register and make full use of the six free trips available through the programme.”

How to register
Unemployed residents can register online on the portal:
https://gettingyoutowork.westerncape.gov.za/

Applicants should:
* Select “Jobseeker Registration” on the portal.
* Select “GO GEORGE” as their transport provider.
* Complete the registration process by following the prompts.
Once registration is complete, applicants will receive an SMS confirming their registration.

They can then visit a Smart Card kiosk with their South African ID to collect their card. The card will be pre-loaded with the Jobseeker Travel Voucher, providing six free trips on GO GEORGE bus routes.

The Western Cape Government, GO GEORGE and George Municipality encourage unemployed residents in George to register and make use of the programme to access employment opportunities and support their job-seeking journey.

For more information about the programme in George, visit Getting YOU to Work webpage by clicking the link
https://tinyurl.com/mwtsjxf3.

To register, visit the online portal https://gettingyoutowork.westerncape.gov.za/

George Municipality hereby notifies residents that data collection for the compilation and maintenance of the General Valuation Roll and supplementary valuation rolls, will be implemented across the greater George area from mid-April 2026. This process includes the collection of property data and street view imagery for approximately 50 000 properties and forms a critical part of determining property values for municipal rating purposes.

The appointed service provider, DDP Property Valuers Pty (Ltd) will be conducting:
* Site visits to properties,
* Driving through neighbourhoods,
* Capturing street-facing photographs only using mobile applications and related technology,
* Residents are advised that photographs will be limited to external, street-facing views only and that No access to private homes is required unless arranged by appointment,
* Inspections may take place between 07:30 and 19:00, excluding Sundays and Public Holidays,
* Data collection will take place across multiple areas.
* DDP Property Valuers will make contact with businesses and residents via email and telephonically as the appointed municipal service provider.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING INDENTIFICATION AND VERIFICATION
* Fieldworkers will carry official identification cards at all times.
* They will not wear branded clothing, but will be able to identify themselves on request.
* An official municipal authorisation letter with relevant contact numbers will be available on request to support this process.
* Residents are encouraged to request identification if unsure and/or contact the numbers provided below.

ACCESS TO ESTATES AND COMPLEXES
Residents, body corporates, and management of security estates and gated complexes are kindly requested to cooperate and facilitate access to authorised data collection teams. This is a municipal process applicable to all properties, including those within estates. The Municipality will engage directly with estate management structures; however, cooperation at security access points is essential to ensure the successful completion of this process.

Areas to be visited include Herolds Bay, Le Grand, Residential Estates in George, Pacaltsdorp and Blanco, Langvlei Dunes, Wilderness, George, Thembalethu, Victoria Bay, Hoekwil, Uniondale and surrounding small farms.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR VERIFICATION AND/OR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES
Municipal officials A Scheepers or J Smith on 044 801 9111 / 9109 for any queries or to verify fieldworkers 07:45 – 16:30, Monday to Friday.
George Municipality appreciates the community’s cooperation and assistance in facilitating this important process.

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George Munisipaliteit stel inwoners hiermee in kennis dat data-insameling vir die samestelling en instandhouding van die Algemene Waardasierol en aanvullende waardasierolle vanaf middel April 2026 regoor die groter George-gebied sal plaasvind. Hierdie proses sluit die insameling van eiendomsdata en straatbeelde vir ongeveer 50 000 eiendomme in en vorm ‘n kritieke deel van die bepaling van eiendomswaardes vir munisipale waardasiedoeleindes.

Die aangestelde diensverskaffer, DDP Property Valuers Pty (Ltd), sal die volgende doen:
* Terreinbesoeke aan eiendomme;
* Deur woonbuurte ry om eiendomsdata in te samel;
* Slegs straatfoto’s neem met behulp van mobiele toepassings en verwante tegnologie;
* Inwoners word daarop gewys dat foto’s beperk sal wees tot eksterne straatbeelde en dat geen toegang tot privaat wonings vereis sal word nie, tensy dit vooraf per afspraak gereël is;
* Inspeksies kan plaasvind tussen 07:30 en 19:00, uitgesluit Sondae en openbare vakansiedae;
* Data-insameling sal in verskeie gebiede plaasvind; en
* DDP Property Valuers sal per e-pos en telefonies met besighede en inwoners in verbinding tree as die aangestelde munisipale diensverskaffer.

BELANGRIKE INLIGTING OOR IDENTIFIKASIE EN VERIFIKASIE
* Veldwerkers sal te alle tye amptelike identifikasiekaarte dra;
* Hulle sal nie noodwendig gemerkte of handelsmerkklere dra nie, maar sal hulself op versoek kan identifiseer; en
* ‘n Amptelike munisipale magtigingsbrief met relevante kontaknommers sal op versoek beskikbaar wees om hierdie proses te ondersteun.
* Inwoners word aangemoedig om identifikasie aan te vra indien hulle onseker is en/of die nommers hieronder te kontak.

TOEGANG TOT LANDGOEDERE EN KOMPLEKSE
Inwoners, regspersone en die bestuur van sekuriteitslandgoedere en omheinde komplekse word vriendelik versoek om saam te werk en toegang tot gemagtigde data-insamelingspanne te fasiliteer. Dit is ‘n munisipale proses wat op alle eiendomme van toepassing is, insluitend dié binne sekuriteitslandgoedere en omheinde komplekse. Die Munisipaliteit sal direk met landgoedbestuurstrukture skakel; samewerking by sekuriteitstoegangspunte is egter noodsaaklik om die suksesvolle voltooiing van hierdie proses te verseker.
Gebiede wat besoek sal word, sluit onder meer Heroldsbaai, Le Grand, residensiële landgoedere in George, Pacaltsdorp, Blanco, Langvlei Dunes, Wilderness, George, Thembalethu, Victoriabaai, Hoekwil, Uniondale en omliggende klein plase in.

KONTAKBESONDERHEDE VIR VERIFIKASIE- EN/OF IDENTIFIKASIEDOELEINDES
Kontak munisipale amptenare A. Scheepers of J. Smith by 044 801 9111 / 9109 vir enige navrae of om veldwerkers te verifieer.

Kantoorure: 07:45–16:30, Maandag tot Vrydag.
George Munisipaliteit waardeer die gemeenskap se samewerking en bystand om hierdie belangrike proses te fasiliteer.

This video explains the roles of private and municipal town planners in South Africa and how they contribute to shaping communities. It describes private town planners as consultants who assist property owners and developers with planning applications, compliance requirements, and communication with municipalities to help projects move forward.

In contrast, municipal town planners work for local government and are responsible for assessing development applications, ensuring compliance with planning policies and by-laws, and guiding the long-term growth of towns and cities in the public interest.

The video highlights that while their responsibilities differ, both professions work together to promote sustainable, well-planned, and functional communities

Access more information on our municipal website: https://www.george.gov.za/planning-development/ 

For enquiries or to submit ideas 044 801 9477 | cpetersen@george.gov.za

The Electrical Service Application form must be completed for all requests relating to:
* New electricity connections
* Service upgrades or downgrades
* Tariff changes
* Conversion from credit to prepaid metering
* Temporary connections or disconnections
* Other electrical service requirements

The application form can also be downloaded here:
https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/service-application-form-utility-services/

Please ensure that all required supporting documents are attached, including proof of property ownership, a copy of the applicant’s ID, approved building plans (where applicable), and the latest municipal account statement.

Completed application forms, together with the required supporting documents, may be submitted via email to nvnqumse@george.gov.za or delivered to, Brick Road, George Industrial, George, for further processing.

Planned construction activities for the UPGRADING OF SCHAAPKOP SEWAGE PUMPSTATION, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays between 07:00 and 17:00, have now been extended to the weekend of 6 and 7 June 2026.

Construction activities will take place on Saturday, 6 June and Sunday, 7 June 2026 between 07:30 and 13:00 at the pump station.

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)
: Ms Andrieka Pietersen – 079 064 3108 (Community Liaison Officer)
: Mr Fanie du Toit – 071 480 5208 (Contractor)

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.

George Municipality continues to monitor weather conditions across the municipal area as persistent rainfall is being experienced in George and Uniondale and surrounding areas.
The municipality confirms that the Garden Route Dam is currently overflowing due to sustained heavy rainfall. Water levels are being closely monitored in coordination with relevant authorities, and residents are urged to exercise caution around rivers, streams, and downstream areas.

ROADS REMAIN OPEN, BUT MOTORISTS URGED TO EXERCISE CAUTION
At this stage, no road closures have been reported within the George municipal area. However, with many residents expected to travel home from work during periods of continued rainfall, motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution on all roads.
Drivers should be aware that prolonged rainfall may result in hazards that are not immediately visible, including:
* Lifted or displaced stormwater drain covers.
* Debris, branches, rocks and other objects washed onto roadways.
* Water pooling on roads and reduced visibility.
* Slippery road surfaces and longer stopping distances.

Motorists are advised to reduce speed, increase following distances, switch on headlights, and avoid unnecessary travel where possible. Drivers should never attempt to cross flooded roads, low-water crossings, drifts or bridges where water is flowing across the road surface.
Residents are specifically urged to avoid driving through low-lying roads that are flooded or covered by water. The depth of the water, the condition of the road surface and the strength of the current may not be visible, creating a significant risk to motorists and passengers. If a road is flooded, motorists should turn around and use an alternative route.

LOCALISED FLOODING REPORTED IN THE UNIONDALE DISTRICT
Several areas in Uniondale have experienced localised flooding. At this stage, no immediate dangerous situations have been reported, but conditions remain under continuous assessment and monitoring by municipal officials.

HIGH WATER LEVELS AFFECTING RURAL AREAS
George Municipality is aware that rising river and stream levels have affected access to parts of the rural areas surrounding Uniondale. Communities in Vlakteplaas, De Vlugt, Kammanassie and surrounding farming areas are experiencing high water levels, with some roads and access routes becoming difficult to access or temporarily cut off.
Municipal officials and emergency services are monitoring the situation closely and remain in contact with affected communities. At this stage, no emergency evacuations have been required, but conditions continue to be assessed as rainfall persists.

POWER OUTAGES DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER
There is currently an outage in Denver Park, work is still in progress. Parts of Lambrecht, Bosduif and Stander Streets are affected. The is no etr at this stage. Reiger Park excavations are in progress but taking longer due to severe weather conditions. ETR not available yet.

GUNPLAST DISTRIBUTED TO VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES
As part of the municipality’s emergency support measures, 500 Gunplast sheets have been distributed to affected and vulnerable areas, including:
* Rosemoor
* Rosedale
* Protea Park
* Thembalethu
* Pacaltsdorp
* Parkdene
* Blanco
* Kleinkrantz
Ward Councillors have also been assisting residents with the correct application and assessment procedures required to obtain Gunplast sheets, ensuring that support reaches qualifying households as efficiently as possible.

REFUSE REMOVAL SERVICES TO RESUME
Following weather-related disruptions earlier this week, refuse removal services are expected to resume tomorrow and will continue according to the normal Friday collection schedule.
The backlog in refuse collection, including black bag and green bag collections that could not be completed due to adverse weather conditions, will be addressed over the weekend. Municipal teams will conduct catch-up operations on Saturday and Sunday to restore services in affected areas.
An assessment of the municipal landfill site will be conducted tomorrow morning to determine operational conditions following the recent rainfall.
George Municipality thanks residents and businesses for their patience and cooperation during the service interruptions.

MUNICIPAL SERVICES REMAIN ON HIGH ALERT
Municipal teams and emergency services remain on high alert and continue to monitor conditions throughout the municipal area. All relevant departments are on standby to respond should conditions deteriorate.
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall, and follow George Municipality’s official communication channels for verified updates.
George Municipality thanks residents for their cooperation and urges everyone to prioritise safety while the adverse weather conditions persist.

The Garden Route Dam this morning, 4 June 2026 overflowing.

The Garden Route Dam last night, 3 June 2026.