Trade conditions improved moderately in May, the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) said on Wednesday. "Current trade conditions, as reflected by the Trade Activity Index (TAI), recovered moderately to a seasonally adjusted 50 from a low 47 in April 2011. The seasonally adjusted TAI stood at 52 in May 2010 and was nine points above the April 2009 level of 41," SACCI said. In May, the sales volumes index recovered to 56 following April's level of 46. All other … [Read more...] about May Trading Conditions Improve
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May 2011 New Car Sales figures up 6.1% on May 2010
In amplification of the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of May, 2011 – released today by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) – the Association commented that the year on year growth in total industry new vehicle sales during the month had declined substantially compared with earlier months. In the event, May, 2011 aggregate industry domestic sales had improved by 2 389 units or 6,1% to 41 555 vehicles from 39 166 vehicles sold during May last … [Read more...] about May 2011 New Car Sales figures up 6.1% on May 2010
Dam Levels at 43.5% Today
Forgive me for getting so excited, If I could put up the dam levels on a daily basis I would ........... The final dam level figure for the month of May 2011 is showing a total available capacity of 43.5% today - up 0.48 percentage points on yesterday's figure of 43.02% May's average daily consumption was 235 megalitres - 5 megalitres above the target. Major Storage Dams supplying the Metro as at 31 May 2011. Capacity - Volume of water: Kouga: 53,5% - 68 849 Ml Churchill: 37,7% - … [Read more...] about Dam Levels at 43.5% Today
Read em and Weep – Dam Levels at 43.02% Today
And the dam levels increase for the fourth week in a row to a total capacity of 43.02% representing an increase of 3.03 percentage points from 39.1% capacity last week. The Port Elizabeth weather man is predicting another 7.2 millimetres of rain to-morrow so we can expect more increase in the dam levels next week Monday IF we continue to save water. The respective capacities of the major storage dams supplying Nelson Mandela Bay as measured on 30 May 2011 are as follows: Kouga: … [Read more...] about Read em and Weep – Dam Levels at 43.02% Today
Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 27 May to 2 June
Whats on at the movies – see below for The Bridge, Greenacres movie shows and times. Shows, prices and times subject to change. No complimentary tickets for new releases for one week from release date unless otherwise specified. Please place YOUR review of any of the movies below in the comments section. This week I have decided to (once again!) have a look what other blogs are saying about the South African film, Roepman. Click here to see what I could pick up last week and scroll right … [Read more...] about Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 27 May to 2 June
Dam Levels Creep Up Again
And the dam levels increase for the third week in a row to a total capacity of 39.9% representing an increase of 0.8 percentage points from 39.1% capacity last week. Last week the revised daily consumption target of 230 megalitres was announced and we are pleased to advise that the drop in daily consumption has now reached 235 megalitres a day for the week 16 to 22 May beating last weeks figure of 137 megalitres - a significant short term gain which deserves a pat on the back. All together … [Read more...] about Dam Levels Creep Up Again
Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 20 to 26 May
Whats on at the movies – see below for The Bridge, Greenacres movie shows and times. Shows, prices and times subject to change. No complimentary tickets for new releases for one week from release date unless otherwise specified. Please place YOUR review of any of the movies below in the comments section. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES 3D (10 MV) Jack Sparrow and Barbossa embark on a quest to find the elusive fountain of youth, only to discover that Blackbeard and his … [Read more...] about Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 20 to 26 May
And the Groendal Dam Reaches 100% Capacity
But wait, before you rush out and fill that pool think about this: The Groendal Dam has reached 100% capacity and contains 11 645 Megalitres of water whilst the Impofu Dam at 21 926 Megalitres has only reached 22.3% capacity. Not only that, but water restrictions are STILL in place. Welcome news for residents is that the Dam Levels once again increased to 108 386 megalitres representing a total available water capacity of 39.1%. The REVISED target is to stay under 230 megalitres per day … [Read more...] about And the Groendal Dam Reaches 100% Capacity
Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 12 to 19 May
Whats on at the movies - see below for The Bridge, Greenacres movie shows and times. Shows, prices and times subject to change. No complimentary tickets for new releases for one week from release date unless otherwise specified. Please place YOUR review of any of the movies below in the comments section. PRIEST 3D (16V) A priest disobeys church law to track down the vampires who kidnapped his niece. Stars: Paul Bettany, Cam Gigandet and Maggie Q Fri, Sat, Tue: 9:20, 14:15, … [Read more...] about Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 12 to 19 May
10 May and the Dam Levels Are Still Creeping Up
Kevin Hustler, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, welcomed the increase in dam levels but cautioned residents and business as well; "An increase in the dam levels is indeed a cause for celebration, but residents must keep in mind that water restrictions are still in place. Our target as a metro is still to remain under 250 Ml usage per day, and we remain committed as the voice of business in the Bay to keep the issue of water conservation in the metro high on the agenda, to … [Read more...] about 10 May and the Dam Levels Are Still Creeping Up
Dam Levels Increase to Same Levels as at 31 March
Today's dam level press release from Kupido Baron of the Nelson Mandela Bay Communications department, was titled; "Average level of major supply dams for Nelson Mandela Bay increased slightly". The average level of major storage dams supplying the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality increased by 3% after good rain fell in the city's catchment areas. On Friday the average dam level was 31,1%. Finally after TEN weeks of decreasing levels our dams received good rains, but we are NOT out of the … [Read more...] about Dam Levels Increase to Same Levels as at 31 March
Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 6 to 12 May
Whats on at the movies - see below for The Bridge, Greenacres movie shows and times. Shows, prices and times subject to change. No complimentary tickets for new releases for one week from release date unless otherwise specified. Please place YOUR review of any of the movies below in the comments section. THOR 3D (10 MV) The powerful but arrogant warrior Thor is cast out of the fantastic realm of Asgard and sent to live amongst humans on Earth, where he soon becomes one of their … [Read more...] about Movie Show Times – The Bridge: 6 to 12 May
May Dam Levels – Looks like Last Week Never Happened
I have gotten pretty used to our little daily dam level fix every Monday - watching that blue line dance ever closer to the dreaded 30% capacity has become morbidly fascinating. BUT, last week you and I were deprived of our weekly dam level fix - almost as if the entire municipality had gone on holiday and to hell with the dam levels ...... Thankfully the excess of holidays has come to an end and we are once again on track - well, sort of on track to destruction and thirst that is. The … [Read more...] about May Dam Levels – Looks like Last Week Never Happened
