Notices

Please take note of expected delays and possible service suspension on Thursday 28 November 2024 due to a SANCO march from Thembalethu to the CBD.
• Local taxi services will not be operational until after the march, which will increase demand for the bus service.
• GO GEORGE staff members will also be affected by the situation, possibly disrupting fully operational services.

Passengers and employers are encouraged to arrange alternative transport if possible, and to be patient while GO GEORGE endeavors to offer the best possible services under the circumstances.

Please phone the GO GEORGE CALL CENTRE on 0800 044 044 for support and information regarding the situation, follow the GO GEORGE Facebook page or join our WhatsApp Channel for up-to-date service alerts by clicking on this link: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanooYO002T09OyaKM3x for the latest updates.

George Municipality is aware of an unplanned power outage that occurred in the Parkdene and Conville areas due to cable damage caused by a contractor.

Our electricians are currently investigating the fault. An estimated time of restoration (ETR) will be communicated.

DESCRIPTION:
Tie-ins of the new raw water pipeline and commissioning of the new pipe and de-commissioning the old steel pipe, starting at 7h00 on 27 Nov 24. The 2 x Tie-ins will be done simultaneously within 12 hrs.

CONSTRUCTION PERIOD:
27 November 2024

SERVICE DISRUPTION:
The supply of potable water to the residents of George Municipality should not be disrupted while the construction work is carried out during the period above. Further communication will follow should circumstances change.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:
No impact on traffic.

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 Andre Scheepers – 044 801 9492 (Technical)

The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and to use water sparingly, during this period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Neem asseblief kennis dat die Uniondale-bestuurslisensie-toetssentrum vanaf 2 Desember 2024 vir besigheid gesluit sal wees en op 15 Januarie 2025 heropen.

Vir enige navrae, kontak asseblief die George-bestuurslisensie-toetssentrum by 044 878 2400.

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Closure of Uniondale Driving Licence Testing Centre for 2024

Please be advised that the Uniondale Driving Licence Testing Centre will be closed for business from 2 December 2024 and will reopen on 15 January 2025.

For any queries, please contact the George Driving Licence Testing Centre at 044 878 2400.

Kindly note that we have reviewed the extended hours from last year and submitted slightly adjusted hours for this year. The Saturday hours have moved later to accommodate the morning market in Wilderness, after which there were several enquiries last year.

The George office opens at normal hours, as before.

THE WILDERNESS OFFICE WILL BE OPEN AS FOLLOWS:

Operating Hours: 15 December 2024 – 4 January 2025

Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:30
Saturdays 15:00 – 17:00
Public Holidays 09:00 – 13:00
Closed on 25 December 2024 & 1 January 2025

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to assisting you this festive season.

Please be advised that the Vehicle Testing Station of the George Municipality is currently closed until further notice due to a technical malfunction with the brake roller system.
As a result, no roadworthiness tests will be conducted at this time.

Our office remains in communication with the service provider and is optimistic for a swift resolution.
Updates regarding the progress will be communicated as soon as they are available.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause as we strive to enhance our service delivery.

The George and Wilderness Tourism Offices will close at 13:00 on Thursday, 28 November 2024, to accommodate a pre-season team-building and year-end function.

Operating hours for Thursday, 28 November 2024:
• Open from 08:45 to 13:00
• Regular operations will resume on Friday, 29 November 2024.

Additionally, the Wilderness Tourism Office will operate with extended hours during the high season. We appreciate your understanding.

George Municipality can confirm that ENatis is back online.

The Driving Licence Centre and Motor Vehicle Registration services are now available to the public.

The Environmental Services offices located at 82 Meade Street will close early today, 26 November 2024, at 15:45 to allow for pest control services. Notices have also been displayed on the premises.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.