Notices

George Fire Rescue and Disaster Management Services will conduct a control burn north-east of the New Water Works on Thursday, 9 October 2025, weather conditions permitting.

This burn forms part of the ongoing Kat River Alien Vegetation Management Project, which supports water security for the Garden Route Dam by improving water flow and storage capacity within the Kat River and Upper Kat River catchment areas.

Control burns are a vital land management tool used to reduce fuel loads such as dry leaves, branches, and other debris. By doing so, they help prevent the rapid spread of wildfires and contribute to the long-term health of local ecosystems.

These burns are scheduled according to ambient weather conditions, which are critical for safe and effective implementation. The Municipality aims to provide advance notice of future burns, ideally at least a day before. However, residents are advised that short notice may sometimes be unavoidable, and George Municipality apologizes in advance for any inconvenience.

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NOTICE TO ALL ENTREPRENEURS / INFORMAL TRADERS IN THE CITY OF GEORGE
TO APPLY FOR AN INFORMAL TRADING STAND FOR ONE YEAR.

The George Municipality recognizes informal trading as vital to socio-economic growth by acknowledging its role in creating local business, income, and job opportunities within communities. Informal Trading provides a livelihood for many who have dependents to support and enhances the chain of distribution for goods and services.

To this effect, the George Municipality hereby invites residents of George to apply for an informal trading opportunity through a fair, equal, and transparent process.

Trading stands are available at the following allocated areas:

RESIDENTIAL
• Blanco (3)
• Conville (1)

CBD
• Hibernia Street (5)
• York Street (12)
• Van der Stel Square (15)

The following criteria will apply:
• Certified copy of ID
• Proof of residence
• Certificate of Acceptability (COA) for selling any foodstuffs or beverages
• One permit will be issued per household/family
• The trader must personally trade on the allocated site; and
• No food preparation will be allowed at stalls.

Application forms can be obtained from the George Municipal Website: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/informal-trading-permit-application-form-2025-2026/ and the Economic
Development Office at 12 Industrial Street, George Industria (Workers Collection Point).

Completed applications must be placed in the Application Box at 12 Industrial Street, George Industria, no later than 16h00 on Friday, 10th October 2025. Late applications will not be considered.

For enquiries and further information, please contact Kevin Abrahams at 044 801 9443
or email kabrahams@george.gov.za

The George Municipality regrets to inform residents that refuse removal is delayed for today, 2 Octoberr 2025 due to unforeseen circumstances.
Refuse collection will however continue today and the public is asked to keep their refuse out.
Affected Areas:
Thursday: Farm areas in Geelhoutboom, Waboomskraal and Reiger Park.

For further information, please contact:
George Municipality Environmental Services
82 Meade Street, George
Phone: 044 802 2900
We apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.