Notices

The public is hereby informed that the Gwaing Landfill Site will remain closed today, 10 June 2025, due to adverse weather conditions.

Residents are advised that the Waste Transfer Station remains open for the disposal of domestic waste. The landfill site will be reopened once conditions allow safe access and operation.

Please also note that, due to the current adverse weather, green bag collections will take place today, 10 June 2025. Our Refuse and Green Bags teams will be working overtime to address operational delays caused by the weather and mechanical breakdowns.

Residents in Blanco, Heather Park, Heatherlands, Highlands, Blue Mountain Estate, Groenkloof, and part of Glenbarrie are kindly requested to place their green bags outside for collection. The usual refuse removal schedule for Tuesday will continue as planned.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank residents for their cooperation and understanding.

Please be advised that the Gwaing Landfill Site is temporarily closed today due to inclement weather conditions.
Residents are advised that the Waste Transfer Station remains open and is available for the disposal of domestic waste.

The landfill site will be reopened once the facility is in a suitable condition.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, please note that green bag collections have been suspended with immediate effect and will resume on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 90,32%
Rainfall for the previous days:                                        47.5 mm (Measured from 3 – 9 June 2025)

Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

Following extensive testing conducted over the past two weeks at multiple locations, George Civil Engineering Services (CES) is pleased to confirm that the Gwaing River, including the Gwaing River Mouth and beach, is deemed safe for swimming, fishing, and other water-related activities.

The municipality extends its gratitude to the public for their patience during this period.

URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE: CYBERCRIME ALERT – Beware of WhatsApp Scams Involving Prepaid Meter Disconnections

George Municipality warns all ratepayers and municipal account holders to be vigilant of scammers impersonating municipal officials. A recent case involves an individual claiming to be “Sibusiso Khumalo from Garden Route District Municipality”, falsely stating that he is conducting electricity disconnections due to outstanding municipal accounts. (See attached screenshots.)

This follows earlier incidents involving scammers using other names, such as Rodwell Khumalo and Kenny Ngene, both of whom falsely claimed to be the “Head of Disconnections”—a title that does not exist within George Municipality or the Garden Route District Municipality.

These scammers contact residents via WhatsApp or phone, claiming a disconnection is imminent and demanding large payments into private bank accounts.

Please Note:
• George Municipality does not send officials to properties to block/unblock prepaid meters or to collect payments.
• The Municipality will never request large payments via WhatsApp or phone calls.
• Prepaid meters are only blocked after repeated SMS notifications to your registered number and only if your municipal account is in arrears.

How to Unblock a Prepaid Meter Legitimately:
1. Settle your municipal account in full
2. Make an official payment arrangement
3. Apply for an Indigent Subsidy if your household qualifies (e.g. receiving two or more SASSA grants)

For Assistance:
Contact the Credit Control section during office hours at
Tel: 044 801 9111
Email: creditcontrol@george.gov.za

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