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Rugby showpiece’s final year in PE

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It's the final year of the Cell C International Rugby Board (IRB) Sevens in Nelson Mandela Bay and the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is calling on all fans to get ready for a final party bar none. "But don't expect the party is over quite yet," said Stadium chief executive, Chantal Du Pisani. "We are part of an EP Rugby initiative, together with various other stakeholders, working tirelessly to retain this awesome event in our city for the next three years. Your support is part of that, so come out and enjoy what is dubbed 'rock star' rugby - in this fun, fast-paced showcase of global rugby …

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When penny-pinching doesn’t pay

Sometimes buying the cheapest services and items can actually cost you more in the long term. "There is a big difference between being financially prudent and trying to save money by taking short cuts and picking the cheapest product or service," says Eunice Sibiya, Head of Consumer Education at FNB. Herewith a list of when you should avoid penny-pinching, that will save you in the long term. Buying in bulk Buying in bulk may seem like a great idea, goods are usually cheaper in bulk, but it doesn't mean that it will necessarily save you money in the long term. "It is easy to get …

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What Port Elizabeth Blogs say on 26 November 2014

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An unique adult experience... discover something you never knew existed - portelizabethdailyphoto.blogspot.com11/26/2014Most people know where Adult World is on Russell Road.  Not because they've been there but because there is a big sign outside.  Just above it is a billboard that has been taken up by Mambo' more... MyPE features local Port Elizabeth Bloggers. Results provided by PE bloggers. …

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Fighting increased theft from cellular base stations

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Cellular provider Vodacom has thousands of base stations in the Eastern Cape, many of which are in isolated rural areas. These base stations are increasingly being targeted for theft and vandalism, which can leave entire communities without communication and causes millions of rands worth of damage. Vodacom has ramped up the fight against this criminal activity, implementing new measures to make sure that the thieves are caught and prosecuted. Cellular base stations are the only form of connectivity available to many communities, and when criminals target these base stations to steal …

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Ian Player

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Port Elizabeth based Wilderness Foundation issued this statement about the health of Dr Ian Player after his recent stroke: Dr Ian Player, legendary nature conservationist credited with saving the White Rhino from extinction, suffered a serious stroke with complications on Thursday morning, 20th November 2014. He is comfortably at home in the Karkloof, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, where he is supported by his wife, Ann, and immediate family members. The family are most grateful for the well wishes they have received but request privacy during this period. An update will be issued as …

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Early closure of Uitenhage and Korsten Driving Licence Testing Centres

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Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Portfolio Committee Chairperson for Safety and Security Thembinkosi Mafana requests residents to take note that the Korsten and Uitenhage Driving Licence Testing Centres will close at 10am on Friday, 28 November. “All other Traffic and Licensing Offices will close at 11am and services will return back to normal on Monday, 1 December. “Please also note that this arrangement is not applicable to the Law Enforcement Division, as this unit will continue as per their normal work schedules,” Cllr Mafana said. …

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Pumping Solutions

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