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CITY OF CAPE TOWN - NEWS ARCHIVE: OCTOBER 2006
2010 Business Plan for Cape Town Highlights Investment and Benefits
30 October 2006
Multi-billion Rand investment in a world-class multi-purpose stadium, improved transport systems, other infrastructure and extensive preparations for 2010 World Cup are contained in the joint business plan of the Western Cape Provincial Government and the City of Cape Town.  > 
Cape Flats Rugby Club Turns 100
26 October 2006
One of the oldest rugby clubs on the Cape Flats celebrates its Centenary tomorrow with a gala reception hosted by Deputy Mayor Andrew Arnolds.  > 
Soccer and Environment Workshop for Youth in Manenberg Promotes Sustainable Development
26 October 2006
The first 'soccer and environment' workshop will be held in Manenberg on Saturday, 28 October as part of this year's LA21 Community Festival.  > 
City Call Centre Flooded by Residents Seeking Relief
26 October 2006
A flood of calls from residents to the City of Cape Town's call centre 0860 103 089, incorrectly trying to either seek relief under the City's Indigent Policy or make an arrangement to pay off their arrears debt, is blocking the lines and frustrating callers.  > 
City Taking Steps to Address Over-Crowding in Imizamo Yethu
24 October 2006
The City of Cape Town is to act on the fire safety and environmental health hazards posed by overcrowding in the "Pipetrack" area of Imizamo Yethu informal settlement, Hout Bay.  > 
Celebration of "Guy Fawkes" Night on 5 November 2006
20 October 2006
The City of Cape Town will permit the discharging of fireworks in public on Sunday night, 5 November, Guy Fawkes Night, but only at the sites listed below, and nowhere else without special permission. Metro Police will be monitoring the sites.  > 
Six Sites for Diwali Celebrations
20 October 2006
The City of Cape Town has identified six areas that can be used for the discharge of fireworks for Diwali Religious Celebrations on Saturday, 21 October 2006.  > 
Fire at Masiphumelele
19 October 2006
A fire occurred at approximately 02:00 this morning within the Masiphumelele Informal Settlement, Fish Hoek. The fire razed 292 structures leaving 1076 people destitute (709 adults and 367 children).  > 
City's Town Planning Department Introduces New Standardised Forms
18 October 2006
In order to improve its customer service, the City's Town Planning Department has introduced a new single, city-wide standardised application form and submission requirements for Land Use Management applications such as rezonings, subdivisions and departures.  > 
City Honours Managers for Excellence
18 October 2006
Seven project managers at the City of Cape Town have received special awards for their exceptional service delivery in implementing water, electricity and waste management projects in the Cape Metropole.  > 
City's Youth Environmental School (YES) Programme Runs Year Round
18 October 2006
The City of Cape Town's successful Youth Environmental School (YES) Programme, traditionally held during World Environment Week, is expanding to include other major commemorative days and weeks on the annual calendar.  > 
Mayor to Host Fund-Raising Tea in Support of the Ruan Belcher Trust
17 October 2006
Mayor Helen Zille will host a tea in support of the Ruan Belcher & Other Near Drowning Survivors' Rehabilitation & Educational Trust on Wednesday, 18 October 2006, in Cape Town.  > 
City Releases More Land for Affordable Housing
17 October 2006
The City of Cape Town has plans to release a further 10.4 hectares of housing land in addition to the already approved 42 hectares of land to be developed for affordable housing for the so called GAP housing market.  > 
N7 Bridge Re-Opened for Normal Two-Way Traffic Flow
17 October 2006
Good news for road-users. The N7 bridge in the vicinity of Acacia Park has been reopened for normal two-way traffic i.e. using both the the southbound and the northbound carriageways. The bridge, which belongs to Spoornet, was damaged by a fire in an informal settlement ...  > 
Cape Town Welcomes Danish Research Ship
12 October 2006
One of the largest Danish scientific expeditions in more than 50 years is due to sail into Cape Town harbour on Sunday, 15 October.  > 
City Takes Immediate Steps to Prevent Further Closure of Libraries
12 October 2006
With the closure of one library in Hangberg, and with a number of other libraries at risk of closure due to staff shortages, the City is taking immediate steps to rectify the situation.  > 
Learners Celebrate Weedbuster Day at Macassar Dunes Nature Reserve
10 October 2006
The City of Cape Town and the Macassar Dune Co-Management Association, in partnership with Cape Flats Nature, are hosting a Weedbuster Day on Thursday, 12 October 2006, at the Macassar Dunes Nature Reserve.  > 
City Partnership Builds Fence to Realise Dream of New Reserve
10 October 2006
The City of Cape Town's dream to create a nature reserve with roaming herds of eland and other game species near Blaauwberg Hill is hedging closer to reality with the erection of the first game fence in the Blaauwberg Conservation Area (BCA).  > 
Site Inspection Confirms Athlone Stadium is Sound
9 October 2006
Following a media report concerning possible structural problems at the Athlone stadium, one of the 2010 World Cup practice venues, a site visit by Executive Deputy Mayor Andrew Arnolds today revealed no flaws or cause for concern.  > 
City Implements New Law for Building Plans
9 October 2006
As from October 2, only individuals registered with the professional architect's body will be allowed to submit building plans to the City for approval.  > 
German Experts Help Create Jobs for Youth with Disabilities
6 October 2006
Top youth facilitators from Berlin are in Cape Town to address a conference on how to equip young adults with disabilities to earn a living.  > 
City Calls on Debtors to Take Advantage of Indigent Policy
6 October 2006
This month I would like to invite all residents who owe council money for rates and services but who are unable to pay their debts to come forward and take advantage of our indigent policy.  > 
N7 Bridge Partially Re-Opened
5 October 2006
The N7 bridge in the vicinity of Acacia Park that was damaged by a fire in an informal settlement under the bridge in the early hours of Monday morning will partially re-open at 15:30 today, Thursday, 5 October.  > 
Zeekoevlei Rehabilitation: One of 15 Neighbourhood Development Projects
4 October 2006
The City's Mayoral Committee has approved a business plan to rehabilitate Zeekoevlei and to manage its urban drainage system at an estimated cost of some R150 million, provided that the City can secure external funding for the project.  > 
N7 Bridge Between the N1 and Frans Conradie Drive Closed for Another 24 Hours
3 October 2006
The N7 bridge in the vicinity of Acacia Park that was damaged by a fire in an informal settlement under the bridge in the early hours of Monday morning will remain closed for at least the next 24 hours.  > 
Disaster Risk Management Situation Report: N7 Bridge Section of Vanguard Drive Will Remain Closed
2 October 2006
A fire in the informal settlement under the N7 bridge in the vicinity of Acacia was reported to Fire & Rescue Services at 00:47 this morning. Fire & Rescue Services were on the scene by 00:52.  > 
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